Behind The Smile with Ash Butterss

Ep 83. Building an Empire while in the Grips of Addiction, with Christina Galbato


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In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Christina Galbato, a dynamic entrepreneur and the brains behind 'Create Her Empire.' She opens up about her journey from a secret alcohol addiction to embracing life in sobriety. 

Christina shares how her addiction resulted in both mental and physical health problems, affected her relationships, and damaged her self-esteem. Despite achieving huge success in her career, she was fighting a secret battle, all the while hiding behind a smile. 

Today, at almost three years sober, Christina is priortising her personal development and is committed to her recovery more than ever before.

We spoke about a range of topics including:

  • Drinking Habits - 7:30
  • Keeping Up Appearances - 11:15
  • It Works Until it Doesn't Anymore - 18:19
  • Endless Cycle - 23:54
  • Bargaining with Yourself - 26:18
  • The First 90 Days - 29:32
  • Moving and Growing - 39:15
  • Staying on the Path - 41:51
  • Dating in Sobriety - 44:01
  • Sobriety Comes First - 53:02

  • You can follow Ash and Behind The Smile on IG here: ⁠@ashbutterss

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    You can find Christina Galbato using the links below:

    Website: https://christinagalbato.com/

    Instagram: @christinagalbato, @createherempire


    If you or someone you know if struggling with mental health or addiction, please reach out for support. Some support options include:

    • A healthcare professional

    • Alcoholics Anonymous

    • Lifeline or Beyond Blue (Australia)

    • CheckPoint (global)


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