In this episode we have Chris, who shares his compelling story of growing up in East Texas, his battles with alcoholism and drug abuse, and his journey to sobriety. Born in 1972 in Tyler, Texas, Chris grew up witnessing heavy drinking in his community Despite a supportive extended family, Chris struggled with feeling uncomfortable in his own skin. After several interventions in which he spent 12 months in a strict rehab center, Chris initially found sobriety at 22. However, after having another drink after 8.5 years of sobriety, he experienced a dark period of relapse. Chris openly narrates the challenging, yet ultimately successful, battle to regain his sobriety, his personal growth, and his current role as a father. He emphasizes the importance of persistence, the need for a strong support system, and how his views have changed over the years. This is Chris’s story on the sober motivation podcast.
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00:00 Welcome to the Sober Motivation Podcast with Chris
00:16 Chris's Childhood in East Texas: Family, Culture, and Early Challenges
02:26 Feeling Different and Out of Place: Chris's Early Struggles
05:34 Turning Points: From Trouble to Treatment
08:56 A Journey Through Rehabilitation and Recovery
16:41 The Road to Sobriety: Challenges and Triumphs
18:56 Embracing Fatherhood and Finding Purpose in Sobriety
20:27 Finding Joy in Sobriety and Community
21:26 The Slippery Slope: From Sobriety to Relapse
22:44 The Harsh Reality of Addiction and Its Consequences
25:18 Struggling to Regain Sobriety: A Personal Journey
27:39 The Turning Point: From Despair to Hope
33:22 Building a New Life: Sobriety, Family, and Career
37:22 Embracing Change and Helping Others
41:08 The Power of Community and Virtual Support
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