In this episode we have Brett who shares a reflective account of his journey with alcohol, starting from his relatively normal, religious upbringing, through to his involvement with a Christian college, in the music industry, and his ever-shifting relationship with alcohol. He talks about the phases of his life where drinking culture was normalized and admits as his career advanced, the pressures increased, leading him to turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism. He discusses a period of on-and-off sobriety and his eventual decision to become fully sober. Brett emphasizes that the concept of 'gray area drinking' was a significant factor, contending that many people fall into this middle area on the spectrum of alcohol use. Brett was not having fun anymore consuming alcohol and as much as he wanted to he couldn’t stop until he did this is Brett’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast.

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02:09 First Experiences with Alcohol

03:50 Navigating High School and Faith

05:13 Transition to College and Early Drinking Habits

06:51 Entering the Music Industry and Increased Drinking

08:10 Reflections on the Early Twenties and Lifestyle Changes

10:59 The Shift in Drinking Habits and Its Impact

13:23 Managing a Band and Balancing Responsibilities

16:50 The Progression of Alcohol Dependence

27:17 Recognizing the Problem: The Struggle with Alcohol

27:41 The First Attempt: A Bet to Stop Drinking

28:33 Back to the Cycle: The Relapse and the Struggle

29:06 Work, Life, and Alcohol: The Intertwining Threads

29:49 The Descent: Feeling Alone and Increasing Alcohol Consumption

30:38 The Pandemic and Alcohol: A Dangerous Combination

32:06 The Turning Point: A Book and a New Perspective

35:18 The Struggle: The On-and-Off Relationship with Alcohol

43:27 The Final Decision: Quitting Alcohol for Good

44:43 The Journey of Sobriety: Challenges and Triumphs

51:49 Reflections and Advice: A Message to Others