#addictionrecovery #soberlife #addictionawareness In this episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, host Drew Moore sits down with Jamie Hrobar — a writer, mother, and advocate — who shares her powerful story of addiction, recovery, and spiritual transformation.Jamie opens up about her journey as a mom raising a child with autism, the challenges of early sobriety, and how community and faith helped her rebuild her life. From her first drink to the devastating consequences of DUIs and relapse, Jamie’s story reminds us that recovery is possible — and that you are never alone.Whether you’re new to sobriety, in long-term recovery, or supporting someone on their path, this episode is full of hope, honesty, and healing.🔑 Topics Covered:The power of community in recoveryHow childhood experiences shape our relationship with alcoholFeeling “not enough” and finding validation in drinkingThe illusion of control and facing consequencesDUIs, fear, and shame — turning pain into purposeRecognizing powerlessness and surrenderFinding a higher power and growing spirituallyThe importance of sponsorship and accountabilityLiving a fulfilling life in sobriety💬 Memorable Quotes“I never felt good enough.”“I loved the way it made me feel.”“You gotta do the work.”⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Introduction to Recovery and Community01:43 – Jamie’s Journey: Autism and Blogging03:44 – Childhood Experiences and Early Alcohol Exposure05:41 – The College Drinking Experience09:18 – Consequences of Drinking: DUIs and Recklessness12:55 – Realizations and Acceptance of Alcoholism16:42 – The Struggle of Living Without Alcohol18:25 – Recognizing the Problem: The DUI Incident22:13 – Finding Recovery: First Meetings and Relapses27:03 – The Illusion of Control: A Year of Struggle28:57 – The Descent into Chaos: A Year and Two Months30:48 – The Turning Point: A Moment of Clarity33:27 – The Return to Recovery: Finding Help Again35:54 – The Journey to Faith: Embracing a Higher Power45:57 – The Role of Sponsorship: Learning to Live48:17 – Creating a New Path: Writing and Sharing Experiences49:49 – Advice for the Struggling: Finding Hope in Sobriety🔗 Connect with Jamie Hrobar🌐 Website: https://www.jamiehrobar.com📘 Facebook: Jamie Hrobar on Facebook💻 Connect with The Sober Fix Podcast🌐 Website: www.thesoberfixpodcast.com📲 TikTok: @thesoberfix📸 Instagram: @thesoberfixpodcast📧 Email: thesoberfixpodcast@gmail.com🙌 About The Sober Fix Podcast:The Sober Fix Podcast is a show about real people, real recovery, and real hope. Hosted by Drew Moore, each episode dives deep into the stories, struggles, and successes of people living sober — proving that recovery is not just possible, but powerful.If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, like, and share to help others find hope in sobriety. 💛