American Glutton
American Glutton
Facing Addiction, Finding Sobriety
Loading
/

Facing Addiction, Finding Sobriety

In this episode, I open up about my journey with addiction, the struggles of relapse, and the long road to sobriety. I share what it was like to lose control, the wake-up calls that forced me to confront my reality, and the mindset shifts that helped me push through. Sobriety wasn’t a one-time decision—it was a fight, moment by moment. I talk about the emotional and physical toll of addiction, the impact on those around me, and why true change only happens when you're ready for it.

If you’ve ever battled addiction, supported someone who has, or just want a raw, unfiltered look into what recovery really looks like, this episode is for you.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:

00:00 - Introduction

02:31 - Jumping into sobriety

07:43 - Blacking out and losing control

11:46 - The moment I knew I had to quit

16:56 - Do interventions really work?

24:17 - The turning point: facing my own mortality

32:12 - How addiction rewires the brain

42:15 - The power of staying present

49:59 - How I fight the voice that says “just one drink”

Thanks for listening. If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it. And if you want more of my thoughts on sobriety, mindset, and self-improvement, check out my writing on Substack.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More From Current Show

Are we facing a national food crisis that threatens our health and economy? Ethan sits down with Dr....
Listen Now
What happens when people start looking to you for answers about their own lives and struggles? Ethan sits...
Listen Now
Can you actually extend your life without sacrificing your quality of life? Ethan sits down with Dr. Florence...
Listen Now
What happens after you finally reach your ultimate target weight or hit that major life milestone? In this...
Listen Now
Are you tired of relying on food or alcohol to numb your emotions? Ethan sits down with Anne...
Listen Now
How do you navigate relationships when you have made a major life change, but the people around you...
Listen Now
Ever wondered why lasting physical change feels impossible despite doing everything right? In this episode, Ethan sits down...
Listen Now
Ever wondered why reaching your goal weight doesn't automatically bring lasting peace? Ethan sits down with Paige Dorian...
Listen Now

Related Episodes

No related episodes found.