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Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
Meghan Melin
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Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Thought I Had a Drinking Problem — Until I Learned the Truth
👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/I thought I had a drinking problem… but it went much deeper than alcohol.I open up about my sobriety journey, what really led me to quit drinking, and how the book In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Dr. Gabor Maté completely changed how I understand addiction.📚 Books I Mentioned:In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts – Gabor MatéThe Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der KolkTrauma and Recovery – Judith Herman💬 Topics Covered:How to quit drinking alcoholUnderstanding the root of addictionGabor Maté addiction insightsAlcohol recovery journeyWhy sobriety is more than just not drinkingChildhood trauma and addictionEmotional sobriety and healingLiving alcohol-free as a momFirst year sober reflectionsWhat no one tells you about getting sober👉 Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉 Be On My Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXm🌐 My Website: https://thesoberstrong.com/📧 Email Me: meghan@thesoberstrong.comAbout Me My name is Meghan Melin, and I created Sober Strong to help people learn how to quit drinking and stay sober — for good. After years of struggling with alcohol addiction, failed attempts to stop drinking, and the emotional toll of living in a toxic cycle, I finally hit rock bottom. Alcohol was destroying my health, damaging my relationships, and robbing me of my future.
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4 days ago
39 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Drank 5 Bottles of Whiskey Every Week… For Nearly 25 Years
👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/kai battled alcoholism for over two decades. Drinking heavily every week for nearly 25 years, his life spiraled into homelessness, hospitalizations, and near-death experiences. This interview dives into the darkest parts of alcohol addiction, mental health struggles, and the long road to sobriety. If you’re navigating addiction recovery, relapse, or early sobriety, this conversation will hit home.He opens up about:Hitting rock bottom with alcohol addictionLiving on the streets of Austin, Texas drunk and homelessThe brutal reality of withdrawals and relapse cyclesHow trauma, ADHD, and grief fueled his drinkingFinding hope again in sobriety💬 If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, you're not alone. This story is proof that it’s never too late to change.👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/👉 Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉 Be On My Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXm🌐 My Website: https://thesoberstrong.com/📧 Email Me: meghan@thesoberstrong.comAbout Me My name is Meghan Melin, and I created Sober Strong to help people learn how to quit drinking and stay sober — for good.
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6 days ago
1 hour 1 minute

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
50 Days Sober: How I Quit Drinking 25-30 Drinks Every Day
👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/My Liver Was Failing — And I Still Didn’t Stop DrinkingAfter years of drinking up to 30 drinks a day, today’s guest decided enough was enough We share shares how alcohol became his identity, what led to his breaking point, and how sobriety has transformed every part of his life — from fatherhood to mental clarity.In This Episode:How alcohol became a mask he wore for yearsThe truth behind drinking 25 to 30 drinks every dayWhy he chose to quit without a “rock bottom” momentWhat detox and early sobriety really felt likeHow sobriety helped him become a better dad, partner, and personInsights from Gabor Maté, AA, and emotional healing workThe surprising benefits of quitting alcohol — physically and mentallyWhat’s been the hardest part of your sober journey?👉 Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉 Be On My Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXm🌐 My Website: https://thesoberstrong.com/📧 Email Me: meghan@thesoberstrong.comAbout Me My name is Meghan Melin, and I created Sober Strong to help people learn how to quit drinking and stay sober — for good.
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1 week ago
58 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
Blackout Drunk to 400 Days Sober
👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/13 months without alcohol, the truth is… sobriety still isn’t easy. Jess opens up about what happens **after** the first year of sobriety and quiting AlocholThis is the part no one warns you about. The *messy middle* — where you’ve stopped drinking, but you’re still trying to figure out who you are without alcohol are how to quit drinking. What’s been the hardest part of your sober journey?👉 Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉 Be On My Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXm🌐 My Website: https://thesoberstrong.com/📧 Email Me: meghan@thesoberstrong.comAbout Me My name is Meghan Melin, and I created Sober Strong to help people learn how to quit drinking and stay sober — for good. After years of struggling with alcohol addiction, failed attempts to stop drinking, and the emotional toll of living in a toxic cycle, I finally hit rock bottom. Alcohol was destroying my health, damaging my relationships, and robbing me of my future.That’s when I chose sobriety — not just to survive, but to rebuild my life.
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1 week ago
1 hour 15 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Quit Drinking Without Rehab – 75 Hard Changed Everything
👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/How I quit drinking : 75 Hard — and a decision that changed my life forever.At 45 days into 75 Hard, everything shifted. This challenge didn’t just test my discipline — it exposed my truth about the Truths of Drinking Alcohol. It so much better being sober. In this video I share:Why I quit drinking during 75 HardHow I stayed sober without rehab or AAThe books that changed my mindset forever about AlcoholHow to start your sober journey today — even if no one else gets it📚 Mentioned in this video:You Are the One You’ve Been Waiting For – Richard SchwartzThe Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der KolkIt’s Not You – Dr. Ramani Durvasula👉 Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉 Be On My Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXm🌐 My Website: https://thesoberstrong.com/📧 Email Me: meghan@thesoberstrong.comAbout Me My name is Meghan Melin, and I created Sober Strong to help people learn how to quit drinking and stay sober — for good. After years of struggling with alcohol addiction, failed attempts to stop drinking, and the emotional toll of living in a toxic cycle, I finally hit rock bottom. Alcohol was destroying my health, damaging my relationships, and robbing me of my future.That’s when I chose sobriety — not just to survive, but to rebuild my life.
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2 weeks ago
31 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Drank a Case Of Beer a Day for 16 Years — How I Finally Quit Drinking (100 Days Sober)
👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/I woke up every day needing alcohol just to function. I told myself I'd quit someday — but someday never came. Until everything started falling apart.This is the real story of how I broke free after 16 years of drinking a case of beer a day — and what happened in my first 100 days sober.📌 In This Video:What daily drinking did to my health + mindset What finally made me want to quit drinking Alcoholl What early sobriety actually felt like The habits that helped me stay sober My life after 100 days alcohol-free👉 Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉 Be On My Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXm🌐 My Website: https://thesoberstrong.com/📧 Email Me: meghan@thesoberstrong.comAbout Me My name is Meghan Melin, and I created Sober Strong to help people learn how to quit drinking and stay sober — for good. After years of struggling with alcohol addiction, failed attempts to stop drinking, and the emotional toll of living in a toxic cycle, I finally hit rock bottom. Alcohol was destroying my health, damaging my relationships, and robbing me of my future.That’s when I chose sobriety — not just to survive, but to rebuild my life.
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2 weeks ago
54 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Quit Drinking… They Knew Why…They Still Tried to Celebrate With Alcohol
👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/I Turned the Same Age My Dad Died… Then I Quit DrinkingThey wanted to celebrate my sobriety… by handing me a drink. After a full year alcohol-free, I faced the most ironic, painful moment yet — and it made me reflect on why I quit drinking in the first place.I open up about what pushed me to stop drinking, what it was like hitting my sober anniversary, and the truth about how people react when you change your life. I didn’t expect support from everyone — but what happened shocked me.If you’re sober curious, newly sober, or struggling with alcohol, I hope my story reminds you: you’re not alone.In This Video:They wanted to celebrate… with alcoholWhy I quit drinking (my father’s story)Early sobriety struggles & triggersThe holidays while soberHitting 1 year alcohol-freeWhat no one tells you about staying soberFinding new outlets from Alcohol🔗 Watch Next:Bottle of Liquor a Day Destroyed My Body 👉 https://youtu.be/dxHixMiBjKU👇 Need Support? Start Here:👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/👉 Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉 Be On My Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXm🌐 My Website: https://thesoberstrong.com/📧 Email Me: meghan@thesoberstrong.com👤 About Me 👤My name is Meghan Melin, and I built Sober Strong to be more than just a channel — it’s a movement. After years of struggling with alcohol, hitting rock bottom, and facing the toll it took on my health, family, and future, I chose a different path: sobriety. That choice didn’t just save my life — it gave me purpose.
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3 weeks ago
1 hour 5 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
Sober October: The Ugly Truth About Quitting Alcohol.
Quitting Alcohol, I’m opening up about the emotional, physical, and mental rollercoaster that comes with giving up alcohol for 30 days — and what changes when you finally face life without numbing it.Sober October isn’t just about skipping drinks — it’s about clarity, confidence, and seeing who you really are underneath the hangovers. From sleepless nights to emotional breakthroughs when you decide to stop drinking. Whether you’re doing Sober October, thinking about quitting alcohol, or already living alcohol-free, you’ll relate to every word.In This Video:The Real Emotional Stages of Quitting Alcohol and Staying SoberWhat Happens to Your Body and Mind After 30 Days Without AlcoholThe Social Side of Sober October: Why People React When You Quit DrinkingThe Surprising Benefits of Quitting Alcohol and Living Alcohol-FreeHow Sobriety Builds Strength, Peace, and Purpose After Quitting Alcohol
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3 weeks ago
37 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
7 Years of a Bottle of Vodka a Day — Quitting Alcohol Sent Me Into 8 Months of Psychosis
Alcohol is one of the most dangerous drugs in the world — and it’s legal, cheap, and everywhere. What started as casual drinking turned into a daily bottle of vodka just to feel “normal.” I didn’t realize how deep I was until my body and mind began to fall apart. This is the brutal reality of long-term alcohol abuse and what happens when you finally try to quit.In this video, I share the truth about alcohol addiction, withdrawal, meth-induced psychosis, and what it really takes to get sober after years of substance abuse. Topics covered in this video:What happens when you drink a bottle of vodka a dayQuitting alcohol after years of abuseThe link between alcohol withdrawal and psychosisMy experience with meth addiction and recoveryThe mental health toll of addictionHow I finally got sober after multiple relapsesFind Alex here: https://www.youtube.com/@UC7PxoP4lIrBNLNchBxwyIbQ
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1 month ago
58 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
20 Beers 10 Shots 1 Near Death Night – How I Finally Quit Alcohol
My liver was shutting down. I had early signs of cirrhosis — and I was still drinking 20 beers and 10 shots a night.Alcohol controlled every part of my life. I blacked out constantly, woke up in unfamiliar placesThis is the full story of how I nearly died… and how I finally got sober after 11 years of addiction.In this video:What liver disease from alcohol really felt likeThe night I nearly ended my life after a blackoutHow I escaped the cycle of binge drinking and self-destructionWhat actually helped me quit drinking for goodIf you’ve been told your liver is in trouble, if you’re hiding how much you drink, or if you feel completely lost — this video is for you. You’re not alone. And it’s never too late to change.🔗 Watch Next:Bottle of Liquor a Day Destroyed My Body 👉 https://youtu.be/dxHixMiBjKU👇 Need Support? Start Here:👉 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/👉 Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉 Be On My Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXmFind Dan here @foliepourun 🌐 My Website: https://thesoberstrong.com/📧 Email Me: meghan@thesoberstrong.com👤 About Me 👤My name is Meghan Melin, and I built Sober Strong to be more than just a channel — it’s a movement. After years of struggling with alcohol, hitting rock bottom, and facing the toll it took on my health, family, and future, I chose a different path: sobriety. That choice didn’t just save my life — it gave me purpose.Now, I share raw and honest stories about addiction, recovery, mental health, and what it really takes to quit drinking. My goal is simple: to give you the tools, hope, and community I wish I had in those darkest moments. Whether you’re just starting your sobriety journey, questioning your relationship with alcohol, or years into recovery, you’ll find connection, encouragement, and strength here.
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1 month ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Nearly Died from Drinking Alcohol – But Got Sober at 30
I lost everything chasing alcohol, my job, my dignity... almost my life. In this video, I’m sharing my full story: from waking up on a McDonald’s floor surrounded by paramedics, to drinking Steel Reserves beer daily, to getting hit by a car while drunk on the job. This is the honest truth about what addiction looked like for me, and how I finally got sober after 11 years Bottle of Liquor a Day Destroyed My Body 👉 https://youtu.be/dxHixMiBjKU👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/👉Stay In Touch: https://thesoberstrong.com/contact👉Be On My Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqtxJUQpIaSLjXcSSkta7XS34ZNzGhRXmWebsite ► https://thesoberstrong.com/Email ► meghan@thesoberstrong.comFind Justice here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCBa3nUIW5YAvI1pCwQ8v1JA ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬👤 About Me 👤My name is Meghan Melin, and I created Sober Strong to share raw, honest stories about addiction, recovery, and how to wuit drinking Alochol. After hitting my own rock bottom, I found purpose in sobriety — and now I help others find strength, hope, and community through this channel. Whether you're just getting sober, thinking about it, or years into recovery, Sober Strong is here to remind you: you’re not broken — you’re building strength.00:00 – Passed Out at McDonald's: My Rock Bottom Moment 00:20 – Meet Justice: 11 Years of Daily Drinking 00:40 – First Drink at 15: How It All Started 01:30 – Drinking Alone at 19: The Addiction Begins 02:15 – From Grocery Stores to Armed Security While Drinking 03:15 – Losing Jobs & Drinking on the Job 04:00 – Death, Homelessness, and Drinking to Cope 05:00 – Hit by a Car Drunk on the Job 06:00 – Alcohol Poisoning & Heart Issues from Binge Drinking 07:00 – Becoming a Bus Driver While Still Drinking 08:00 – 9 Months Sober to Relapse with a Drinking Partner 09:00 – Toxic Relationship Fueled by Alcohol 10:00 – Her Death from Alcohol at 28 Was My Wake-Up Call 11:00 – Drinking Before Work: The Day I Lost My Job 12:00 – Daily Withdrawals, Body Aches, and Cravings 13:00 – The Drunken Greyhound Bus Journey from Hell 14:00 – Losing Everything: ID, Bags, and Self-Respect 15:00 – How I Quit Drinking Without AA 16:00 – One Week, One Month, One Year Sober 17:00 – Health Improvements: Weight Loss, Energy, Confidence 18:00 – Real Talk: Alcohol Lowers Testosterone & Destroys Health 19:00 – Morning Drinking Isn’t Funny — It’s a Warning Sign 20:00 – Public Embarrassment & McDonald's Paramedic Call 21:00 – Heart Condition + Alcohol = Playing with Death 22:00 – Drinking Was Killing Me — I Got Lucky 23:00 – Starting My YouTube Journey While Still Drinking 24:00 – Sober Now: Why I Share My Story 25:00 – Alcohol Kills at 28 or 55 — It Doesn’t Discriminate 26:00 – Her Liver Failed — And It Could’ve Been Me 27:00 – Alcohol Is Poison — No Matter Your Age 28:00 – Alcohol in the Family: My Dad’s Liver and Kidney Failure 29:00 – Early Morning Drinking: A Lifestyle I Had to Leave 30:00 – Binge Drinking: 6 Tallboys and Hard Liquor Daily 31:00 – Growing Up Around Alcohol: The Cycle Begins Early 32:00 – From Chaos to Clarity: Living the Sober Life 33:00 – Drinking and Driving Could Have Taken a Life 34:00 – Crashing Into a Tree for More Alcohol 35:00 – Driving Drunk as a Bus Driver — The Final Wake-Up 36:00 – Losing My CDL Almost Destroyed Everything 37:00 – What I'd Tell Anyone Struggling With Alcohol 38:00 – Withdrawals: Shaking, Sweating, Hearing Voices 39:00 – Getting Through Detox Without Relapsing 40:00 – The Real Cost of Drinking: Jail, Death, and Dialysis 41:00 – Rebuilding After Losing Everything 42:00 – Why I’ll Never Drink Again 43:00 – How I Got My Life and License Back 44:00 – Sobriety Gave Me My Confidence and Career Back 45:00 – My Final Message to Anyone Struggling with Addiction 46:30 – Where to Find Me: Justice Stories on YouTube & TikTok 47:00 – Why Sharing My Story Matters
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1 month ago
50 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
Why Quitting Alcohol Was Just the First Step Toward Real Sober Freedom
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/Why did I quit alcohol after 21 years of drinking?I open up about my sobriety journey, inner healing, and the painful realization that quitting drinking wasn’t just about alcohol... it was about facing the deeper trauma, shame, and emotional wounds I had buried for years.Topics in this video include:Why I quit alcohol after 21 yearsHow emotional trauma fueled my drinkingLearning to feel again without numbingThe voice in your head during recoveryInsights from The Untethered Soul by Michael SingerWhat real sobriety and emotional freedom looks likeHow I found peace, presence, and purpose in sobriety
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Drank 3 Bottles of Wine Every Night – Until I Finally Quit Alcohol For Good
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/Alcohol only made my mental health worse. Quitting drinking was the hardest thing I’ve ever done, but it saved my life.Jenna shares how alcohol made her anxiety, shame, and trauma unbearable — and how she finally got sober after years of daily drinking, blackouts, and denial.In this video, we talk about:How alcohol made my mental health worse (anxiety, depression, panic)The warning signs I ignored before hitting rock bottom with AlcoholWhat early sobriety really feels like (withdrawals, cravings, emotions)How I stayed sober through extreme emotional painFinding support and healing without alcohol or numbing out0:00 - 1:44 From Three Bottles a Night to Sobriety: A Mother's Story1:44 - 6:53 The Physical Toll of Alcohol Addiction6:53 - 11:25 Blackouts, DUIs, and the Downfall of a Mother11:25 - 19:54 The Lies of Alcohol: Hiding Addiction from Family19:54 - 24:49 How My Son Saved Me from Alcoholism24:49 - 33:14 A Mother's Grief: Finding Strength in Sobriety After Loss
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1 month ago
1 hour

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Was Drinking 3 Bottles Every 2 Days – I’m Finally Trying to Quit Alcohol
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/Im ready to quit DRINKING! I was drinking 3 bottles of liquor every 2 days. I held down two jobs. I looked fine from the outside. But on the inside, alcohol was killing me.This story of high-functioning alcoholism, trauma, and the daily fight to quit drinking for good. I'm not sober yet. But I'm trying. And if you're struggling with alcohol too — you're not alone.We talk about: How my drinking escalated during COVID Hiding bottles, blacking out, and still showing up to work The physical and mental toll of alcohol withdrawal How trauma, grief, and loss kept fueling the addiction Why this time, I’m finally trying to quit alcohol — for real
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1 month ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
7 Brutal Truths From My DUI and Drinking 12 Beers a Day — How I Finally Quit Alcohol
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/What happens when drinking 12 beers a day, sneaking airplane bottles, and living perpetually hungover finally catches up to you? For Adam, it was a DUI, flipping his truck, and waking up in the hospital. But my rock bottom wasn’t the end of my drinking — it was only the beginning of my sobriety journey. In this video, I’m sharing 7 brutal truths from my DUI and alcohol addiction, and how I finally quit drinking for good.Here’s what we learned:Rock bottom doesn’t always stop you right away — it’s just the wake-up call.High-functioning alcoholism is still alcoholism — you’re not in control.Hiding alcohol only hides the truth — from airplane bottles to China cabinets. Fatherhood changes everything — holding my newborn in the NICU with whiskey on my breath was a breaking point.Sobriety isn’t boring, it’s freeing — I found a new passion in skateboarding after 13 years away.You don’t have to hit rock bottom to quit — you just have to decide you’re worth more.0:00 - Quitting Alcohol Without Hitting Rock Bottom (Is Rock Bottom a Lie?)2:24 - The High-Functioning Alcoholic: My Daily Drinking Routine3:29 - My DUI and Why It Wasn't Enough to Make Me Quit Drinking7:22 - How to Stay Sober and Navigate Friendships9:24 - Alcohol and Depression: Why I Drank to Mask My Feelings11:51 - My Sobriety Journey: How Fatherhood Changed Everything17:42 - Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms and My Experience Quitting Cold Turkey19:00 - The Hardest and Easiest Parts of Getting Sober21:05 - My Rock Bottom Story and Why I Kept Drinking23:25 - How Skateboarding Saved Me: Finding a Sober Hobby30:52 - The Dopamine Rush of Sobriety vs. Alcohol32:35 - Sober Life is NOT Boring: Finding Hobbies and Purpose33:52 - Navigating Sober Social Situations: Parties, Weddings, and Concerts37:29 - The Power of Community: How YouTube Helped Me Stay Sober44:03 - Finding Your Own Path to Sobriety (Why AA Wasn't for Me)47:06 - Answering "Why Don't You Drink?" and Talking to My Daughter49:18 - The Best Advice for Anyone Trying to Quit Drinking
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1 month ago
55 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
4,380 Days Sober — But I Regret Wasting My life on Alcohol
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/12 Years without alcohol. How Ed Quit Alcohol.Ed Latimore opens up about the devastating cost of drinking every single day in his 20s, and how getting sober changed — and saved — his life. From falling asleep with a beer on his chest to being drunk at work, at lunch, and in complete denial, Ed shares the painful truth about what alcohol stole from him… and what he had to fight to get back.If you’re struggling with alcohol, stuck in a drinking cycle, or thinking about sobriety, this story will hit hard. What You’ll Learn About Quitting Alcohol:What drinking every day really does to your mind, body, and identityWhy “drinking buddies” aren’t real friends — and how loneliness fuels addictionThe silent shame of high-functioning alcoholismHow childhood trauma and rejection often hide behind the bottleThe real meaning of “rock bottom” — and how close he came to never making it outWhy getting sober isn't just about quitting — it’s about rebuilding from the inside outWhat 12 years sober really feels like (the truth no one talks about)Find Ed Latimores Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/@UChRdV5y_b_NfibMxY3V9pjw Find Ed Latimores Book here: https://edlatimore.com/hard-lessons-from-the-hurt-business/0:00-0:30 The Illusion of Community: Why Alcohol is a Poisonous Choice0:31-1:54 The Power of Sharing Your Sobriety Story1:55-4:59 The Root of My Alcoholism: Fear of Rejection & Abandonment5:00-6:17 Alcohol vs Coffee: The Problem With This Common Argument6:18-8:24 Why the Younger Generation is Ditching Alcohol8:25-10:48 The Body Keeps the Score: How Childhood Trauma Leads to Addiction10:49-13:00 Coping vs Healing: Numbing Pain vs Overcoming Trauma13:01-14:08 My Unhealthy Relationship with Alcohol: A Journey of Self-Discovery14:09-18:24 A Mother's Betrayal: How My Mom Bet Against Me18:25-21:03 Is Alcohol a Hard Drug? A Sobering Truth21:04-26:05 A Day in the Life of an Alcoholic Boxer26:06-29:45 From the Boxing Ring to the Page: How a Memoir Helped Me Find Sobriety29:46-33:57 How Boxing Saved My Life: Brutal Lessons, Lasting Sobriety33:58-38:13 How My Boxing Career Fueled My Drinking & How I Fought Back38:14-41:17 The Power of Changing Your Environment41:18-44:19 Why You Don't Need to Hit Rock Bottom to Get Sober44:20-48:09 A Glimmer of Hope: The Power of Finding Purpose After Addiction48:10-52:20 Changing Your Environment: The Key to Long-Term Sobriety52:21-58:59 The Role of Love and Connection in Overcoming Addiction59:00-1:01:09 A Realization at an AA Meeting: Why I'm Exactly Like These People1:01:10-1:04:19 Angel Syndrome: The Guilt of Looking Back on Your Sober Self1:04:20-1:09:56 Do You Have a Drinking Problem? The One Question You Should Never Ask Your Friends1:09:57-1:12:08 The Internal Battle: Understanding Addiction as a Coping Mechanism1:12:09-1:18:26 Advice to Someone on Day One of Sobriety: Go Touch Grass
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1 month ago
1 hour 18 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I’m 33 Days Sober — I Quit Drinking at 46 After Wrecking My Life
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/Alcohol was quietly destroying everything.Leslie opens up about the secret life she lived while battling alcohol addiction: the lies, the shame, the betrayal, the moment her daughter called her out — and the heartbreaking reality of hitting rock bottom while appearing “high-functioning.”Now 33 days sober, she shares what finally made her quit drinking, how addiction impacted her family, and the brutal truth about recovery, relapse, and rebuilding a life you once wrecked. If you’re questioning your relationship with alcohol, this video will hit home. Whether you're sober-curious, in recovery, or loving someone who struggles with drinking — her story will move you, challenge you, and show you what's possible.
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2 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
Bottle of Liquor a Day Destroyed My Body — Here’s Why I Quit Alcohol
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/He drank a bottle of alcohol a day… until his body gave out.Andrew shares how years of high-functioning alcohol addiction led to a total physical collapse. From hiding bottles in the house to filling his Yeti cup every morning, he ended up in a medically induced coma.He was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis, ascites, and alcohol-related liver disease. His heart stopped three times, he dropped over 160 pounds, and he spent six months in the hospital, fighting for his life with tubes coming out of his body.This is what alcohol did to his body — and how he found the strength to quit for good.Now four years sober, Andrew reflects on the denial, the shame, the near-death experiences, and the brutal truth about what heavy drinking does to your health, your relationships, and your mind.What We Talk About:Hiding addiction behind a “normal” lifeThe physical symptoms he ignored for yearsWaking up in a coma after years of daily drinkingThe long road to recovery: physically, emotionally, and spirituallyWhy he didn’t go to AA — and what worked for him insteadThe toll alcohol took on his body, marriage, and identity
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2 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
I Drank 30 Beers and 1 Bottle of Whiskey a Day – Why I Finally Quit Alcohol
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/I used to drink 30 beers and a bottle of whiskey a day. That alone added up to over 10,000 calories of alcohol daily.Quitting alcohol, hitting rock bottom at 510 pounds, and what finally pushed me to get sober.Struggling with alcohol addiction? Curious about what sobriety feels like, or looking for a real, honest transformation story? What You’ll Learn:How drinking thousands of calories a day nearly destroyed my healthThe emotional moment that made me finally quit drinkingWhat alcohol withdrawal really felt likeHow sobriety saved my life — mentally, physically, and emotionallyThe mindset shifts I had to make to stay sober.
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2 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes 30 seconds

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.
Sober at 66: 40 Years of Alcohol and Pain
👉Qutting Alcohol? 1:1 Sober Coaching: https://soberstrongcoaching.as.me/Drinking for over 40 years to escape a lifetime of pain, trauma, and shame, Dorothy finally got sober at the age of 66. Deep wounds that led her to alcohol — including childhood abuse, the loss of her mother, and decades of emotional numbness.This is not just a story about addiction — it's a story about survival, transformation, and finding hope later in life.In This Episode:– What led Dorothy to start drinking at age 14– The emotional cost of using alcohol to bury trauma– How unresolved childhood pain shaped her addiction– The turning point that led to sobriety at 66– Healing, forgiveness, and finding God after addiction
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2 months ago
1 hour 32 minutes 54 seconds

Sobriety Uncensored: Real Stories. Real People. Better Life.