In this episode of Sober On A Drunk Planet, I sit down with Siobhan to talk about her journey to sobriety, what it looked like to be a high-functioning drinker, and how alcohol had quietly become part of everyday life.

Siobhan shares her story of working in a high-pressure recruitment environment, raising her daughter as a single mum, dealing with chronic illness, and using alcohol to switch off from stress, pain and emotion. From the outside, everything looked fine, but behind the scenes drinking had become a way to cope, celebrate, unwind and get through the day.

We talk about the reality of functioning well enough to keep going while still knowing something is wrong, and why that can sometimes make it harder to stop. Siobhan opens up about motherhood, work stress, health struggles, relationships, boundaries, and the slow process of rebuilding a more meaningful life without alcohol.

This is a really honest conversation about sobriety, high-functioning drinking, emotional resilience, chronic illness, journaling, fitness, personal growth, and learning how to deal with life properly instead of trying to numb it. We also talk about changing careers, stepping back from stress, protecting your peace, and finding confidence without needing alcohol in your hand.

If you’re trying to quit drinking, stay sober, or understand your relationship with alcohol, this episode will resonate.

Resources:

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