In this week's episode of "Sober Stories with Everyday People," we sit down with Rich, a remarkable individual from Leeds who has been on a transformative journey to sobriety for the past 20 months.

Rich's story is another testament to the power of resilience, personal growth, and the boundless potential of life sober.

This episode offers a candid and heartfelt conversation with Rich, who, despite being a "middle-lane" drinker for most of his life, decided to make a change and hasn't looked back since.

Rich's relationship with alcohol began in his early teens, as he joined his friends in the age-old tradition of sharing drinks. Little did he know that this casual beginning would eventually lead him down a path intertwined with the world of hospitality and alcohol sales. His professional journey mirrored his personal one, as he advanced from serving drinks to venues to selling them.

What makes Rich's story even more inspiring is his creative pursuit of clean living. He decided to take his passion for alcohol-free living to the next level by creating his own alcohol-free pale ale, aptly named "Clean Break." But that's not all; Rich has also embarked on a podcasting adventure with "Finding Jomo," where he explores the concept of "Joy of Missing Out" and the fulfillment that comes from embracing a life free from the trappings of excessive drinking and partying.

Aside from his passion for clean living, Rich is an avid runner and actively participates in local running groups, proving that a sober lifestyle can be filled with vitality and new interests.

Throughout the episode, Rich's story serves as a reminder that recovery is a journey filled with opportunities, personal growth, and the chance to create positive change not only for oneself but for others as well.

You can connect with Rich on Instagram at @runningdryy_rich, @runningdryy_leeds, @cleanbreakbrewing, and @findingjomopodcast to learn more about his journey.

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