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Sober Gratitudes

Sarah Elizabethlinktr.ee
Welcome to Sober Gratitudes! I created this podcast out of the desire to offer you hope by sharing stories and life experiences. Take a listen to interviews I've done with alcoholics in sobriety, and most recently, my Bonus series "A Daily Dose of Hope." I'd love to hear from you! Email me at sobergratitudes@gmail.com and go to https://linktr.ee/Sobergratitudes to find your listening platform. Love, Sarah
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Episodes

Episode 21: Cassie. An extraordinary story of transformation

Cassie, from Instagram account @cass.andralynn , lived a turbulent life as a youngster in her family of origin where she first starting using drugs and alcohol. Pull up her Instagram account while you listen to her extraordinary story of transformation from drug addiction to a Certified Life Coach “obsessed with activating women to achieve their full potential and create a life of their dreams.”

May 18, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 21

Episode 20: Jay. Getting Sober Meant Healing The Pain

I am incredibly humbled to have Jay Barnard of chefrecovery.com, on my podcast for this episode . He shares his jaw dropping story of drug and alcohol addiction, prison time , institutions, suicide attempts and how he finally got sober . Now, over 12 years clean and sober he is a highly successful CEO & Corporate Chef at Freshwater Cuisine in Ontario, Canada. The rest of his time is spent doing service work from the rooms of his recovery program to venues all over Canada , like The Salvation...

May 14, 20201 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Episode 19: Tim, former Heroin Addict turned “Sober Guru”

Tim, a former IV heroin drug addict, shares with incredible transparency and courage about how he always felt something was missing - a void- and how an opiate prescription from a car accident turned into a means of numbing his emotions that were never addressed. Opiates to IV Heroin drug use....Learn how an emotional breakthrough and surrendering to his disease resulted into a renewed self love, sense of belonging and purpose. This “Sober Guru” created a huge online support program (The Sober G...

May 11, 20201 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Episode 18: Mackenzie: “Living happy, joyous and free!”

Never feeling comfortable in her own skin, Mackenzie turned to alcohol to help her feel “normal,” and medicate her anxiety. Her entire young life she was Riddled with shame, guilt and perfectionism - this only fueled her addiction. Until one night, after hours of drinking , she was left on a snow bank ..... listen to Mackenzie’s incredible story of courage and willingness to end her battle with alcohol. See her beautiful life on Instagram at @mackenziekiesel .

May 07, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Episode 17: Mike. Finding Inner Peace in Sobriety

Today’s guest is a brave young man who got sober while working as an Intelligence Specialist with the Navy. He is a husband and father and is so grateful to finally be free of the chains of addiction . He went to rehab to bravely wrestle with some past demons and let go of some difficult emotions. He was a joy to talk with and listen to his happiness with being sober.

May 05, 202048 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Episode 16: Karen. The Gift of Desperation

Learn the amazing way I met my special new friend , and the guest of today’s episode . Karen shares her story from active alcoholism to 9 years of sobriety. She truly believes that her desperation , willingness and courage helped her to get sober. Her daily work in AA and gratitude is what keeps her sober, one day at a time. ❤️🙏🏻

Apr 21, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Episode 15: Kenny Down , Living an Awakened Life

Today's guest is Author and awakened spiritual seeker, Kenny G. Down. Kenny's story is amazing! His transformation from active addiction to recovery is incredibly inspiring. Now that he is sober, he spends time writing. Through his writings and Vlogs, he encourages spiritual seekers to rid themselves of harmful thinking and pursue their hearts desire; creating the life they were meant to live. Kenny has an incredible calmness and peace about him. I actually felt so relaxed and serene after our c...

Mar 23, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Episode 14: Steve. "Stuck in the Attic"

Steven Michael Matthews, Host of the anchor podcast "Stuck in Attic" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stuck-in-the-attic/id1493411991 and Instagram account, https://www.instagram.com/soberlife78/ tells of a life of drugs, alcohol, chaos and consequences, that is now turned into a life of faith, service, health! He considers himself a "sober athlete" inspiring people to take action and improve their lives! He is 12 years clean and sober! Steve's transformation is one to celebrate and shows u...

Mar 16, 202029 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Episode 13: Michelle. Waking Up Free

In today’s episode , I speak with Michelle , an autism mom, former educator and special education specialist with a focus on autism spectrum disorders . Michelle is a fierce advocate for creating and maintaining an education system that fits all children. She also hugely advocates for parental self care . Michelle uses her educational credentials, knowledge and creative gifts to offer various ways for parents in recovery with special needs children , to express their feelings about daily living....

Mar 11, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Episode 12: Dan. “Sobriety Gave Me Purpose.”

My guest in this episode is Dan. He has been in recovery for over 10 years & is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor & Certified Clinical Supervisor at the Caldwell Counseling Center in Houston Texas. Dan also offers teletherapy through his practice in many states ! www.caldwellcounselingcenter.net

Mar 04, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Episode 11: Malia. A Richer Life In Sobriety

My friend in real life, Malia, reminds us how we get to really show up for life and be truly fulfilled in body, mind and spirit , when we quit alcohol for good.

Feb 26, 202051 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Episode 10: Gigi Langer. 50 Ways To Worry Less Now

Gigi Langer, received her PhD at Stanford University and is an award winning author having written "50 Ways to Worry Less Now." She is also a recovering alcoholic. Gigi's story tells us that alcoholism does not discriminate. Gigi Langer, PhD 50 Ways to Worry Less Now Winner: 2018 Indie Excellence Award www.gigilanger.com

Feb 19, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 10

Episode 8: Gabby. “Finding Peace In Sobriety as an Autism Mom”

My Guest for this episode is, Gabby, from www.recoveringartfully.com. She is an Autism Mom and she is Sober. She shares about difficult personal experiences in active addiction including a suicide attempt, and her courageous work to change her program of recovery, with the help of another alcoholic. She shares her gratitudes in sobriety including an improved relationship with her husband, and becoming a more present mother to her son with Autism. I love Gabby's story because it is an example of ...

Feb 05, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Episode 7: Emily. “Staying Grounded In The Truth”

Emily, from https://www.instagram.com/emily_redondo/, no longer wasting her days in addiction, shares her heroic story of overcoming chronic relapsing by changing just one thing.

Jan 29, 202059 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Episode 6: Clay, “Living a life that was worth saving”

Clay, from, instagram.com/sarcastic.aa.book , is an author and a podcast host with long term sobriety. He is a funny guy who doesn't take himself too seriously, and has humbly achieved 30 years of sobriety, one day at a time. Check out Clay's website! www.sarcasticbigbook.com ("The Version no one should take seriously") Check out Clay's podcast! Recovery Radio- KMP3, recoveryradio.buzzsprout.com

Jan 22, 202049 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Episode 4: Brad. Letting Go Gave Me Power!

Brad, from, Instagram.com/just_brad_mmxv , shares how he came from near homelessness, and is now working towards a career in addiction counseling. An amazing story of transformation that you won't want to miss!

Jan 08, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Episode 3: Julie. "The Joy of Self Discovery"

In this episode, I had the pleasure to speak with Julie from https://www.instagram.com/julie__ann__davidson/ Recording this episode was initially scary for her, but she found the courage to "punch fear in its face," and go for it! You will be glad she knocked out fear because she will truly inspire you with her passion for life and the gratitude she has because she quit alcohol for good! She shares how she pealed some layers to find the reasons why she drank, and then discovered the incredible f...

Jan 01, 202048 minSeason 1Ep. 3

What is this podcast about?

If you drink alcohol or not, you will be inspired by the stories of former drinkers whose lives changed dramatically when the quit drinking for good. Sober Gratitudes Podcast does not promote or endorse any specific kind of recovery . When me or my guests discuss what keeps us sober it is simply to share what works for us, not intended to cause controversy or harm people. SG purpose is to help save lives.

Dec 03, 201932 sec
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