Sobertown Podcast

EP 341: Positive Recovery with Corinna

AA is not the only route to sobriety. Positive Recovery with Corinna
 
Thank you to Macca for this topic. Corinna talks about the many resources and  support networks that can help us in our sobriety including communities, podcasts, experience and our tool boxes and refers to her book ‘The A-Z of Alcohol and Sobriety: Everything you need to know’ by Corinna Alderton  - available worldwide on Amazon. 
Corinna is also the author of ‘The A-Z of Alcohol and Sobriety: Everything you need to know’ by Corinna Alderton  - available worldwide on Amazon. Keep focussing  on controlling the things you can and not resisting the things you cannot www.sobertownpodcast.com 🍵🫖☕️💦 Chin Chin💖🙋🏻‍♀️
If you have any topics you would like me to cover or comments then please email me alcoholandsobriety@gmail.com
My communities are: 
Sobertownpodcast.com
I Am Sober - Corinna Dotty Pot currently at 2 years. 
Instagram@canamgirluk YouTube: Positive Recovery with Corinna
https://youtube.com/@positiverecoverywithcorinn5071
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 340: Cyrus’s Recovery Story

Host: Drifter
Guest: Cyrus
 
Meet Cyrus Norcross: A Journey to Sobriety and AdvocacyCyrus Norcross started his journey to sobriety on May 25, 2019. But Cyrus is more than his journey through addiction; he's also dedicated to serving others, telling stories, and making a difference.
He has battled his own personal demons and wrestled with alcohol addiction, a journey that led him to the transformative path of sobriety. His story serves as an inspiring example of triumph over adversity and the importance of loving one's self and accepting one's flaws in recovery.Before his recovery, Cyrus served as an Army Ranger, showing bravery and commitment. He joined in 2007, spent four years with the 75th Ranger Regiment, and two more with the 4th Infantry Division. He deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, earning an honorable discharge in 2013.
Afterward, he became a military contractor, training the Royal Air Force in ground maneuvers. His role involved simulating encounters with terrorist forces, gathering intelligence, and disrupting their networks. He's also a contributing author in the book "Violence of Action: The Untold Stories of the 75th Ranger Regiment in the War on Terror."
Cyrus is also a award-winning journalist from the Navajo Nation. His articles and photos have appeared in Indian Country Today, Native News Online, The Navajo Times, and Source New Mexico. He's known for investigating the missing and murdered indigenous people on the Navajo Nation, but he covers a wide range of topics, from sports to art festivals.
He's won journalism awards from the Military Veterans in Journalism Association, the Native American Journalists Association, and the Arizona Newspaper Association.
Cyrus is also working on documentary about K9 search and rescue on the Navajo Nation. He's writing a book about his experiences at the 2016 Standing Rock Protest on the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, where people fought against the Dakota Access Pipeline.
Join us on the Sobertown Podcast to hear Cyrus Norcross's inspiring journey—from military service to journalism to sobriety advocacy. His story is all about redemption, resilience, and a relentless drive to create a brighter future for everyone.
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 339: Melissa’s Recovery Story

Host: Drifter
Guest: Melissa
 
Hi my name is Melissa Hubenak. I am a 41 year old mother of three amazing sons. I am also a widow. I began this recovery journey on June 28th of 2021. My childhood was full of trauma including physical mental emotional and sexual abuse.  Both my parents were Alcoholic addicts.  But I never thought that it was the reason I used drugs and alcohol. Growing up I partied because I thought it was fun. I loved experimenting and out drinking everyone at a party. I broke my back the summer before my senior year. That is how I learned about addiction from an addicts perspective. The best drug dealer I would ever know was my doctor. My addiction would follow me overseas where by the age of 21 I was prescribed fentanyl patches and oxycontin. My first blessing came in the form of a felony charge. The judge sentenced me to probation and a methadone maintenance clinic. This would not be the first time my felonies would turn into a blessing because of an Angel disguised as a judge. I eventually married the love of my life. We had three beautiful boys. That maintenance program gave the ability to have a normal life.  Things were great until my husband was diagnosed with brain cancer. In 2018 he passed away. And two weeks later I lost my cousin to murder by fentanyl. I died with them. The stay at home wife and mother became a homeless, drug addicted felon. Today I have a home, a car, a job, and most importantly my children back. I couldn’t be more grateful.  Today I have Faith that is unshakable because of a God that is all powerful. Desperation led me to surrender. God met me where I was at. He placed angels all around me. I tell people all the time, “I am living in the midst of prayers answered and dreams come true. I have such a beautiful life.” I am lucky enough to have a job helping others working in mental health. I recently finished training to become a recovery coach. Which I can't wait to apply to my goals of helping those seeking to restore their life. The biggest gift I have been given is the opportunity to open a sober living with my best friend as my partner. We were given two properties and are building a network of resources to offer the best support possible for the persons that come to us for help. I had no idea that day, in summer of 2021, would lead me on an adventure like this. The good times are amazing and the bad times just aren’t as bad. Today I live in the moment. Embrace every opportunity. Love Hard. Fight Hard. And I have never been so High. I hope you have a GREAT DAY ON PURPOSE. FRESH BLESSING. MUCH LOVE AND RESPECT. WE DO RECOVER!!
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 338: Day 25 With Michal aka MMC13

Host: Drifter
Guest: Michal aka MMC13
 
Michal aka MMC13 lives in Albuquerque New Mexico with her houseful of 4-legged family. She's an avid animal rescuer and transport driver. Her history with addiction started in her early teens, and her recovery journey began in her late 20s. She's a firm believer that connection beats addiction, there's no such thing as a one size fits all recovery program, and that recovery is not linear, and she strives to spread those messages to anyone who may benefit from hearing them.
Podcast summary: Michal's recovery journey has not been linear, and although she's been in and around recovery for 16 years, she's had some detours along the way. In this episode, Michal aka MMC13 and Drifter dive into some of the things that may push a person with extensive consecutive sobriety to decide to try drinking again. Michal shares about the headspace she was in, some of the triggers she faced, and what she's trying to do differently this time. This is the pilot episode in an ongoing series which will follow Michal's journey and specifically examine the struggles and successes she experiences along the way.
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP337: Catching Up With PollyA

Host: Drifter
Guest: PollyA
 
My name is Pollya. 31/2 years ago, I opened the door to a new and better life, a sober life. During these last 3 1/2 years I have learnt to manage my life and deal with my emotions on a daily basis without alcohol but with the loving and supportive sober communities in IAS and Sobertown. Two years into my sobriety, I lost my husband of 19 years Daniel. I have navigated the hard journey of grief without my crutch, alcohol, so honoring his memory. I have learned that life after alcohol is filled with memorable moments. Moments I remember and take great joy in. I have traveled extensively to Australia, Alaska, various parts of the USA smiling all the while. I recently moved from the USA back to the UK and making yet another life for myself. My life is full of family, sober friends, future travel plans and just the sheer joy of waking up in a state of freedom. 
FU alcohol and No Sippy No slippy. I need to live!!
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 336: Day 3 With Molly

Host: Drifter
Guest: Molly
 
"Molly explains how with over 1000 days sober her manipulative addict voice and the not-sober world around her slowly convinced her that drinking again would be a good idea. Surprise: It wasn't!"
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 335: Kevin Beaufrand’s Recovery Story

Host: Drifter
Guest: Kevin Beaufrand
I grew up in the Caribbean on the French island of Martinique. I have always been athletic, and for the most part, I had a wonderful childhood playing outside with my friends, climbing trees, and playing hide and seek!
All this took a radical turn when my father suddenly died in a motorcycle accident in 1999. I was only 11 years old back then. He and I were very close, and I desperately needed a father figure at that age, so this was extremely difficult.
I am the youngest of 3 brothers. Both my brothers were living on another island at the time, which meant it was just my mother and I in the house. My mother was very strong; she had to be. I did my best to be a good supportive son, and things went relatively well (as well as can be after suddenly losing your dad) until the age of 13 years old when I discovered alcohol. On that day, I knew right away that something was not right; alcohol made me feel good, way too good. That is when things took a turn for the worse.
I did not fully realize it back then, but that day when I had my first sip of alcohol would trigger a chaotic slippery slope of a long nightmare. For the next 18 years, I would try again and again to quit, only to relapse, to try to quit again, and again and again… between the denial I was in and the amazingly strong grip alcohol had on me, I felt for the longest time as if I would never be able to find long-lasting sobriety. That is until I found my calling to help others!
By May 2019 (when I had my last drink), I had been a personal trainer for 6 years. Those 6 years were some of the hardest. As I descended deeper into my addiction while simultaneously preaching health to my clients, I was a fraud and felt like one. If I wanted to help others, I had to help myself first and foremost!
That’s when I knew enough was enough. I had to make a change.
You see, up until now, I had only used exercise to get healthy, which is just one of the health pillars (foundation). The five health pillars are nutrition, movement (exercise), mindset, sleep, and community. If any of those are not cherished, you can rest assured that you will not thrive. So I put all the chances on my side this time and cherished my health as a whole! I adopted a new mindset, started eating better, exercising, sleeping better, and perhaps more importantly, packed all my belongings, changed my phone number, and moved to North Carolina (from Florida).
I am sure you heard this saying before: “you are who your friends are,” and that is true, especially in addiction. I needed new friends and a new environment if I wanted long-lasting sobriety.
With my newfound health commitment and the support of my wonderful wife and friends, I am approaching 5 years of sobriety. Since then, on top of being a personal trainer, I have decided to become a nutritionist, a sobriety coach, and a mindset coach in order to help my clients cherish all 5 health pillars so they can have lifelong results. Today, I am obsessed with helping my clients find new ways to improve mentally, physically, and spiritually one day at a time.
I never thought in my life that I would find my passion, let alone my purpose. But here it is: my purpose is to help and guide others who are struggling with addiction by eliminating limiting beliefs, and making the most appropriate health choices in order for them to find long-lasting sobriety and unlock their full potential.
We only have one life, and our health is our most precious gift; we must cherish it!
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It is not my intention to be dark in the description of my life; it just so happens that for 20 years, my life was just that dark. It has been the opposite of a smooth road. I cannot possibly list all of the bumps and obstacles I encountered during my 18 years binge; this will have to be for one of the future books I will write.
So instead, I will leave you with some major timelines of obstacles:
11 years old: I lost my dad tragically and suddenly (he was gone in a few hours, and I did not have time to say goodbye).
12 years old: Started having major panic attacks and suicidal thoughts, first time seeing therapist (first of many).
13 years old: Found alcohol; this started the 18 years of a nightmare filled with lies, deception, puking, and worrying that today may be my last.
17 years old: I lost my best friend tragically and suddenly in a boating accident.
18 years old: Major car crash onto incoming traffic (lost driver’s license after only 3 weeks having it and nearly killed someone).
19 years old: Started acne treatment in France, went terrible, and triggered suicidal thoughts (had to stop treatment early).
20 years old: Moved to Florida and started experimenting with harder drugs.
24 years old: 4 days in hospital due to rhabdomyolysis (deadly condition due to excessive workout and alcohol & cocaine overdose).
30 years old: Went to rehab for 6 weeks but relapsed 6 months later.
31 years old: Clean and sober for good.
36 years old (TODAY): On a mission to help as many people as possible find sobriety and avoid the mistakes I made by caring for their bodies and mind as a whole, loving themselves, and living life to the fullest.
Facebook Link
Instagram Link
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 334: Dave Davis’s Recovery Story

Host: Drifter
Guest: Dave Davis
Bio:
Database Programmer/Data Scientist by day. Husband, Father, Musician, Photographer, Artist, Internet DJ, Astrologer, Designer and Writer by night.
Born and raised in Iowa, moved to Illinois in the 80s to go to DeVry. That’s when the drinking started.  You go to college; you hang out with certain people and you get drunk and stoned.  Plain and simple.  We had 4 roommates when we stayed in DeVry Housing back then.  We had one drug dealer move in when one would move out.  If it wasn’t free, it was cheap.  Most of them were old enough to get us booze as well. 
I’ve been in various heavy metal bands since high school in the late 70s, all the way up till 2014.  Bass, Keyboards, Singing and Guitar.  Many drunken blacked out nights back then.  In the early 90s I quit drinking as much, but when I got divorced from my first marriage, I was alone and I didn’t like being alone with myself, so I turned to wine.  2 to 3 bottles a day.  I was an independent IT consultant at the time and always stressed out.  So, you can imagine how sloshed I get and blackout.  I quit cold turkey in 1995 when I joined a Blues Brothers act right after my father died from pancreatic cancer.  I did that for 5 years and had heart palpitations the last night I was dancing.  I was Jake.  I smoked like Jake.  2 packs of Marlboro Reds a day, then 2 packs of American Spirits.  I jumped back into a band in 2002 with a friend from work.  The drinking and the smoking came back at that time. 
In 2005, I met my wife.  I stopped drinking.  I wanted to set an example for her boys.  They were 10 and 13 and soon to become my stepsons.  Although I always refer to them as my sons, because their dad was not present in their lives as much.  We married in 2006 and moved into a rental house in 2008.  Right before we moved into that house, we both quit smoking and haven’t had a cigarette since June 28th, 2008.  At that time, I introduced my wife to wine, and as we now say, the rest is history.  We crept up in volume and quantity over the years.  I got to the point where before the pandemic I was drinking 2 to 2 ½ bottles of wine a night.  When the pandemic hit, everything was uncertain, my drinking got even worse.  I could polish off an entire Black Box of Pinot Noir in one night.  That’s 4 bottles of wine.  Blackouts returned.  Falling out of bed and hitting my head on the nightstand or falling out of my chair at my desk while I was doing radio shows, was a common occurrence.
I joined IAS in 2022 to get sober.  I hit that reset button like a snooze alarm almost daily if not weekly.  I was proud of myself that I hit 20 days and then relapsed that night.  Finally, my health was taking the worst hit in March of 2023 and I set my quit day on the first day of Spring 3/20/2023.  This time I leaned into the community on IAS, where I found out about Sobertown Podcast.  I started to dig around the website and found Rewired.  I had already done a 30-day stint (that was part of the 20 days) with This Naked Mind back in 2022.  Rewired; that was different.  This was my jam and I felt at home.  Sobertown had a Zoom meeting that was based on Erica Spiegelman’s book, so I jumped on one, one day and felt right at home.
I’m over 200+ days now.  I feel better than I’ve felt in years and I’m going after goals that I threw away years ago.  I’m dropping weight (down from 354 pounds to 315 pound in six months), I’m more focused and I feel more present every day.  I leaned into Zoom, IAS, Discord and Telegram communities and it feels awesome to be able to help when I can.  Sobertown Podcast has been an excellent source for tools that helped me with working my own personal program, one day at a time.  I’m not an AA person, but I do not judge people who are following that path.  This site has opened my eyes to other possibilities, and I am so grateful they are here. 
 
Testimonial:
Sobertown Podcast is one of the BEST resources for finding your own path or building your own adventure in sobriety.  They provided the tools and support I was looking for in the beginning of my journey and they continue to do so as I walk my path.  Forever grateful for these guys being here.  They add resources all the time, so make sure you dig around the site and listen to the stories on the podcast to hear how other people have found their own road in sobriety. 
My Website:
https://www.davidbrucedavis.com/
My YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@davidbdavis
1996 John Belushi Stamp Protest (me as Jake)  not a huge piece of my performance, but a tiny bit
https://youtu.be/9K6Wo47kols?si=_pgBBvgKHM267pJn  
Me singing Crystal Ball:
https://youtu.be/mnOU7RSBUWI?si=7iarDheQXBZkI-r4
Me singing Somebody to Love:
https://youtu.be/fR4IyFgc-S0?si=mx2_rtVqlAo-gfMe
Me singing a song a good friend of mine wrote (John Visconti) and a project we did called The Abbey Normals.  I did the video work, but the vocals and bass were all me.  Oh and the drum loops.  LOL 
https://youtu.be/o0Q2OKnIqFg?si=xVKIyXQrKz1SGaKg
Part of my fractal animations that I did for my ambient meditation/relaxation album called Thought Vibration  https://youtu.be/tSNz6LBpDQ8
Me playing bass in Syrens (for 14 years)
https://youtu.be/gShWMa15buQ
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com
 
 

EP 333: Samantha’s Recovery Story

Host: Drifter
Guest: Samantha
 
My name is Samantha Brantley I am 38 and mother of 4 wonderful kids and a very special granddaughter, Shiloh.  My addiction started in my early 20s and I have been clean for over 5 years. So when I went through addiction my small, rural community had no resources.  Since being clean I have been advocating to get resources there for others that are struggling.  I started a recovery meeting last year that is growing.  Probation officers and the courts are sending people to our meeting.  It seems so small but being able to sign someone's meeting sheet, at a meeting I started, is huge to me. I also have been on the Union County ICARE Board for about a year.  ICARE is a prevention coalition that does lots of great things in the schools in my area as well as in the community.  I have also been working hand in hand with the misdemeanor court system in my county to launch a recovery court there.  The goal of this is to offer resources and programs, with structure, early on with the hope of helping citizens find recovery and life worth living before it feels too late.  We also hope this will help break stigma and prevent those struggling from reaching even worse felony convictions.  My goal is to spread hope anywhere I can by being living proof that WE DO RECOVER.  And we should do it LOUDLY! 
Samantha, I'm so grateful to have sat with you as you shared your recovery story! I'm so grateful to know you and Chris and being able to witness in person all you're doing for our community as you help others fight their way out of the trenches of addiction! You, Chris, your team and everyone coming together is a huge inspiration to us all!! You are definitely an amazing example of someone turning their life around!!
THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH!!!!!
EP 90: Uncovering Happiness - The Mind and Heart
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 332: From Addiction to Attraction: A Road to Recovery

Host: Drifter
Guest: Piere Ingram
How do you overcome a rough life after being dealt a bad hand?
Piere Ingram spent years trying to figure this out. He was trapped, with no clear escape. Abused as a child, Piere rebelled during his teenage years. He was labeled a troubled teen and turned to the only way out he could find: a life filled with addictions. It is said taking the easy way can become the path to self-destruction. Piere learned this the hard way. The downward spiral threatened to destroy him.
Piere plunged headfirst down the rabbit hole and would have been consumed if not for one simple thing that intervened and, appropriately, save his life. Piere discovered God and the power of faith. From Addiction to Attraction: A Road To Recovery is his testament. Emotionally charged and often difficult to swallow, Piere lays his life bare for all to witness.Far more than a somber tale, Piere’s story also provides the tools necessary for those grappling with addictions to break free and reclaim their lives. Ultimately you are the only one responsible for who you are and what you can become. By breaking the shackles of addiction you are not only freeing yourself to a better world, you are beginning the healing process and restoring balance.From Addiction to Attraction is powerful and driven. It is a journey too many of us have taken and many more have yet to begin. Perhaps these words, this brutal honesty, will help some see the light and begin the long road to recovery and a new dawn.From Addiction to Attraction is the true story of how Piere Ingram overcame a hard start to his life and, through the discovery of faith, turned everything around to become a successful, faithful man. An emotional rollercoaster, this memoir is an inspiration for all who are undergoing similar circumstances.
Piere was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. His first exposure to poetry was through Dr. Suess books when he was very young. Piere loved the rhythm, rhymes, and wordplay of poetry. Reading and writing poetry became a way for Piere to escape from his problems and release his emotions.
 
I'd love to say that when I was addicted to drugs, alcohol, negative environments, and people that it changed overnight. You know, that an inspirational person came into my life and I was changed forever. But to be honest, it was neither that easy nor that smooth. I had to go through a lot of tough times. I experienced a lot of growth, from having both my parents die within six months, and then meeting many people who affected my way of thinking and feeling.
Before, I was so addicted to searching for things that didn't benefit me. I was looking to get "my next fix". I was getting love in the wrong places, and in the long run, I ended up breaking down to such a low point in my life. So low, that I had no choice but to change the way that I was doing things if I was going to survive.
One thing that hit me after my mom died was remembering her words, "Piere, you only have one life to live, so you better get this right".
Her words forced me to look within myself and come to terms with the bad choices I was making. I want to make her proud.
Poetry is my passion and I love to share my story through my poems to inspire others. If I can change, so can you! I enjoy interacting with my readers.
From Addiction to Attraction: A road to recovery
The Heart of Addiction: Poetic Therapy
NewLifePoetry Live
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com
 
 

EP 331: Kieran Cooke’s Recovery Story

Host: Michal Charles aka MMC13
Guest: Kieran Cooke
 
Kieran is 42 years old and from Nottinghamshire England. He has struggled with alcohol addiction for many years. After living the cycle of serial relapsing over and over, he has finally found peace with his sobriety. This is his story.
 
Kieran has been a Sobertown Podcast FB Group from the early days of the FB group being created. Kieran has struggled in his journey like most of us do. It's great seeing Kieran moving forward on his Sober Journey!! He's a huge inspiration to all of us with his posts and videos he creates where he shares his journey.
 
Thank you for all you do my Sober Brother!! Thank you for sharing your amazing Recovery Story!!!
BOOOOOM!!
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 330: Five Things To Know Before You Get Sober With Nicolas Morales

Host: Michal Charles aka MMC13
Guest: Nicolas Morales
Five Things To Know Before You Get Sober
This book describes five elements of recovery that have been learned through experience. It explains raw realities that may not be covered in counseling, therapy, or treatment facilities. It allows the reader to see into these elements and prepare for them so the path to recovery may be accomplished with less roadblocks. It can also be used as a tool for individuals who are dancing around the idea of recovery. Through lived experience of addiction to opiates and alcohol, these five elements were the most shocking, rough, and problematic to a successful recovery. Addiction has no concern for the individual it plagues. The battle against it is unique to each person. These elements are generic in nature with the hope the reader will apply the topics to their own struggles.
 
Nico Morales: Transforming Lives Through Resilience and Purpose
Born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Nico Morales embodies the spirit of the Duke City. As a third-generation resident, he takes immense pride in his roots and the vibrant community that shaped him. Nico's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and personal growth, as he overcame significant challenges to emerge as an author, graduate, and successful business owner.
Nico's upbringing was influenced by his parents, who instilled in him the values of hard work and compassion. His father, a skilled technician in the technology sector, and his angelic mother, who dedicated herself to social work, provided Nico with a solid foundation. Despite their best efforts, Nico faced early hardships that left lasting imprints on his worldview.
Throughout his childhood, Nico grappled with feelings of abandonment and rejection. These emotions were compounded by traumatic experiences, leading him to develop a skewed perspective on family and belonging. By the age of fourteen, Nico believed he was capable of living independently and contemplated dropping out of school to join the workforce. It was his mother's guidance and the prospect of pursuing his passion for wrestling that redirected his path back to education.
Understanding the importance of financial independence, Nico devised alternative ways to earn money during the school year. Initially selling single prime times (loose cigarettes), he later transitioned into the cannabis trade. In his junior year of high school, Nico recognized the lucrative potential in the emerging market of prescription pills. However, his involvement took a dangerous turn when he succumbed to the temptations of substance abuse.
Dependent on OxyContin, Nico faced a critical crossroad when the availability of the drug diminished. Faced with limited options, he turned to heroin as a means of escape. By the time he reached his twenties, Nico found himself living in his truck, ensnared in a cycle of desperation. It was this distress that ultimately compelled him to break free from opioid addiction, although he did so without seeking professional help to address the underlying issues.
Reintegrating into his family's support system, Nico sought solace in excessive alcohol consumption, which strained relationships and led to his eventual expulsion from their homes. This rejection only amplified his feelings of isolation. Rock bottom arrived when Nico found himself living in a dilapidated building, broken physically, mentally, and spiritually. Despite the challenges, he recognized a higher purpose and chose to embark on a spiritual journey of healing.
Through introspection and self-study, Nico gained valuable insights into his thoughts, emotions, and actions. This newfound awareness led to transformative changes in his life and propelled him toward serving others on their own paths of self-discovery. Fueling his purpose, Nico authored the book "Five Things to Know Before You Get Sober," sharing his experiences and providing guidance to those seeking a similar path of personal growth.
Driven by his commitment to serve others, Nico pursued higher education with unwavering determination. He earned a bachelor's degree with honors, solidifying his academic achievements. Today, Nico is the proud founder of No Halo, a personal and professional development services company. The name reflects his belief that nobody is born an angel, but everyone has the capacity to improve themselves each day.
Nico Morales stands as a living testament to the power of resilience, determination, and personal growth. His life experiences have shaped his mission to inspire others to discover their purpose, navigate life's challenges, and embrace imperfections. Through his work, Nico embodies the transformative journey from adversity to empowerment, reminding us all that it is never too late to change our lives for the better.
Website: https://nohalonm.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@No_HaloNM
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nohalonm?mibextid=ZbWKwL
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 329: Terry G’s Recovery Story

Host: Drifter
Guest: Terry G
 
Terry is a life long friend of Drifter and his late brother Mark Bittle.
Terry is definitely a miracle who has transformed his life from addiction to an amazing sober life!
Terry has become an amazing husband, father, grandfather, and friend! He continues to work the 12 Steps of Recovery and continues to give back to those coming behind him.
Thank you my brother for sharing your amazing journey from the trenches of addiction to the powerful transformation of recovery!!
BOOOOOM!!
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 328: Sober Meet-Up PollyA and Corinna

What an amazing Happy Hour. Pollya and Corinna reunited to share their thoughts and emotions on their journey through sobriety, grief and learning to build a new life.Please follow Corinna’s Blog Positive Recovery With Corrina and follow her Canam journey in honor of her late partner Andy.
 
Corinna is also the author of ‘The A-Z of Alcohol and Sobriety: Everything you need to know’ by Corinna Alderton  - available worldwide on Amazon. Keep focussing  on controlling the things you can and not resisting the things you cannot www.sobertownpodcast.com 🍵🫖☕️💦 Chin Chin💖🙋🏻‍♀️
 
If you have any topics you would like me to cover or comments then please email me alcoholandsobriety@gmail.com
My communities are: 
Sobertownpodcast.com
I Am Sober - Corinna Dotty Pot currently at 2 years. 
Instagram@canamgirluk YouTube: Positive Recovery With Corrina  (link in my Instagram bio) 
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 327: Uncommon amongst the Common: Yves-Marc Lemieux (Co-Author)

Host: Michal Charles
Guest: Yves-Marc Lemieux
 
Yves-Marc Lemieux, CEO of Mind Engineering Corporation
After studying and completing a BAC in Psycho Education and while helping others, Yves-Marc, obtained a Master's in Humanist Hypnosis and a Post Master in Neuroscience ( NLP - Neuro Linguistic Programming ).
With a constant and never ending thirst for human achievements, Yves-Marc has dedicated his life in learning human psychology to help others reach their full potential and coaching them toward self-discovery and excellence.
 
UNCOMMON AMONGST THE COMMON is the Blueprint of exceptional achievers and is an awe-inspiring roadmap to greatness, etched with the sweat and tears of those who dared to dream big. Within its pages lie the secrets of relentless determination, unwavering passion, and belief. It is a beacon of hope for those who crave success, for it teaches that extraordinary achievements are not reserved for the chosen few, but attainable by anyone with the audacity to chase their dreams.
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

Ep 326: Erica Spiegelman - Our Favorite Addiction Specialist

Host: Drifter
Guest: Erica Spiegelman
Rewired is Now in over 300 prisons, jails and juvenile detention centers, with over 20,000 prisoners using Erica Spiegelman’s Rewired Programs FOR FREE!!
Thank You Erica for all you’re giving to all of us around the world!!
 
Erica Spiegelman is an Addiction Specialist, Counselor, Author and Speaker who has made an indelible mark in the field of addiction recovery. She has founded a multi-media health and wellness platform, providing consulting and counseling solutions for clients by providing them with tools on how to reach emotional, mental and physical freedom. She holds a Bachelors degree in Literature from the University of Arizona and a degree as a California State Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADAC-II) from University of California, Los Angeles. Erica works with several treatment centers in California.
She has a private practice, is a regular Wellness and Addiction expert on news shows, media outlets, writes for POOSH (poosh.com) and co-hosts a weekly podcast called: “Rewiring Your Life” on RadioMD.
Erica also has the REWIRED PROGRAM which is an online educational program available on her website:
Ericaspiegelman.com
 
A counselor at one of the most innovative and renowned drug and alcohol treatment centers in the world introduces an empowering approach to addiction recovery that addresses the whole self—mind, body, and spiritThis “useful and practical perspective on what you can do to recover from [addiction]” can replace or supplement 12-step programs—at any stage in your recovery (Allen Berger, Ph.D., author of 12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery) Rewired is a new, breakthrough approach to fighting addiction and self-damaging behavior by acknowledging our personal power to bring ourselves back from the brink. Centered on the concept of self-actualization, Rewired will guide you towards not only physical sobriety, but a mental, emotional, and spiritual sobriety by learning to identify key principles within yourself, including authenticity, honesty, gratitude, and understanding a need for solitude. Rewired addresses the whole self; just as addiction affects every part of one’s life, so too must its treatment. By helping us to build a healthy space to support our own recovery, we can rewrite the negative behaviors that result in addiction. Usable in conjunction with or in place of 12-step programs, Rewired allows for a more holistic approach, helping to create a personalized treatment plan that is right for you. Each section in Rewired includes: • Personal anecdotes from the author’s own struggles with alcoholism and addiction• Inspiring true success stories of patients overcoming their addictions• Questions to engage you into finding what is missing from your recovery• Positive affirmations and intentions to guide and motivate With all the variables, both physical and emotional, that play into overcoming addiction, Rewiredenables us to stay strong and positive as we progress on the path to recovery. Rewired teaches patience and compassion, the two cornerstones of a new, humanist approach to curing addiction. Remember, addicts are not broken people that need to be fixed—they just have a few crossed wires.
 
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 325: Ripped Sober with Brett Grau

Host: Drifter
Guest: Brett Grau
 
Ripped Sober: The Fitness Routine That Got Me Out Of Addiction, Into Recovery, And How To Create Your Own (Fitness Series)
Take back control and free yourself from the shackles of addiction with the power of physical fitness!
Do you wake up every damn morning feeling trapped inside your own body because you can't even control your addiction?
Are you struggling to keep your life intact because of the urges and cravings that seem to control your life?
Do you find yourself wondering if there’s still hope for you because you have exhausted all your means of moving forward yet you always end up back to square one?
You’re not alone. Addiction has plagued millions of people around the world. In fact, in theUnited States, almost 21 million suffer from at least one addiction.Addiction has ruined the lives of countless individuals. It promises them a false illusion of a lifeof happiness and bliss, yet the reality is a prison trapping them from a bright and happy future.Fortunately, it’s not yet too late. There are scientific ways to fight back and conqueraddiction, to take back the reins of control and fix your life.This is where Brett Grau enters the picture. Drawing from his own addiction success story, heoutlines an easy and effective roadmap for addicts to recover their true selves.Even better, you don’t have to spend money on medicines, rehab, or other costly sessions! Allyou need is the commitment to change, forgive yourself for your progress, and a practical guideto walking you through using your own body to overcome your addiction.Inside this transformative manual on using physical fitness as your weapon against addiction,you will discover:● An inspiring story of how a man conquered the addiction that has plagued him foryears – it’s never too late for anyone, as long as you WANT to change!● The importance of identifying your trauma to fully understand the root of your addiction–by making your inner child feel safe, overcoming your urges can be easier● How to motivate yourself and keep your brain focused on the sobriety trackdespite the various temptations around● Science-backed proof that training for fitness events can significantly speed up yourrecovery progress● The various benefits of exercising outdoors and surrounding yourself with nature – youcan literally have your workout anywhere, free of charge!● How to incorporate physical exercise in your daily routine – turn your householdchores into a strenuous workout and achieve your goals in no time● Effective workout routines that involve meditation and mindfulness – improve yourmind and body connection by being fully present!And so much more!The journey to overcoming addiction is riddled with challenges and hardships because you’rebasically facing the most difficult enemy of them all: yourself.But you have this book as your guide to walk you through how to win every battle in yourmind while removing the traces of harmful substances in your body.It’s time to say goodbye to addiction and get started on the road to recovery, health, andhappiness!Don’t let addiction hold you back from the life you want. Are youup for the most transformative challenge? Click Here to Buy the Book
 
 The Sober Revolution FB
Brett Grau Sober Rebel FB
The Sober Revolution by Brett Grau, YouTube
 
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 324: Polly and King13’s Sober meetup in Australia

Hosts: Polly and King13
 
2 Sober Sisters who had met on the I Am Sober app and have been huge podcast contributors on the Sobertown Podcast, met up in person in Australia!
Join these 2 amazing Soberwarriors as they sit down, catch up with one another and have an amazing Sober Chat!!
 
It's so great to have you ladies back together on Sobertown, sharing your sober journeys!!!
Thank You Both!!!!!
BOOOOOM!!!
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com

EP 323: Yusuf aka Advancing’s Recovery Story

Host: Drifter
Guest: Yusuf aka Advancing
My name is Yusuf Sharif Wilson (Advancing . . . on the I am Sober App) and I have been alcohol-free for 6 months (the recording of this conversation actually took place on my 6 month anniversary✨).
Where to begin . . . This alcohol-free journey has been one of the most significant and important experiences I’ve had in my life. While my entry-point was seemingly random (that said, I don’t believe in coincidence), the process has taken on a power and impacted my path forward in ways that I could never have imagined this time last year. 
I was fortunate to come across the I Am Sober community and have been afforded access to an incredible ecosystem that has contributed greatly to my ongoing evolution. I now am committed to similarly serve others as I have and continue to be served. 
I accepted and allowed my relationship with alcohol to rob me of health, wealth, vitality, clarity, focus, and life. While I can’t change the impact of the choices I’ve made in the past, my commitment to being a part of assisting others in their respective relationships with substances is certain.
Immense gratitude to Drifter and the team at Sobertown Podcast for all of their incredible efforts and work! Thank you for being such phenomenal examples and showing the way . . . 🙏🏾✨
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com
 
 

EP 322: Positive Recovery with Corinna

Addiction and Isolation Positive Recovery with Corinna 
Thank you to Namaste for this topic. Corinna talks about the need to connect with others and ourselves in sobriety. She looks at the id, ego and super ego and how having a supportive community helps us to keep these in check and our sobriety heading in the right direction. 
Corinna is also the author of ‘The A-Z of Alcohol and Sobriety: Everything you need to know’ by Corinna Alderton  - available worldwide on Amazon. Keep focussing  on controlling the things you can and not resisting the things you cannot www.sobertownpodcast.com 🍵🫖☕️💦 Chin Chin💖🙋🏻‍♀️
If you have any topics you would like me to cover or comments then please email me alcoholandsobriety@gmail.com
My communities are: 
Sobertownpodcast.com
I Am Sober - Corinna Dotty Pot currently at 2 years. 
Instagram@canamgirluk YouTube: Positive Recovery with Corinna
https://youtube.com/@positiverecoverywithcorinn5071
 
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.  Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!     Sobertownpodcast.com