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Sunshine, Lollipops, and Sobriety: Tyler Plasek Shares His Story
What happens when the life of the party decides to stop drinking? Tyler Plasek joins us to share his remarkable journey through one year of sobriety, challenging the notion that you need a dramatic rock bottom moment to make a positive change.
Known as the wild, entertaining personality on his former podcast "On Tap With The Boiz," Tyler built much of his identity around drinking. From teenage parties in rural Minnesota to college shenanigans (which he calls "the most expensive vacation of my life") to being the guy who always brought extra pants to weddings because he'd rip them while dancing, alcohol was central to his social persona.
Tyler's path to sobriety wasn't triggered by a catastrophic event but rather a growing sense that something needed to change. His candid discussion about crippling anxiety while drinking—spending entire weeks convinced his closest friends were angry with him—reveals the hidden mental toll that often goes unaddressed. "I don't know if I'd call it rock bottom. I think I could have got lower, but it was time for a change," he reflects.
The transformation in Tyler's life has been profound. As the youngest foreman at his construction company, he now feels "way sharper" at work. His anxiety has dramatically improved. He still enjoys karaoke and socializing with friends who drink, but has discovered which relationships were based solely on alcohol versus deeper connections. Perhaps most importantly, he's found that stepping away from alcohol hasn't diminished his identity but has instead allowed him to discover who he truly is beyond the bottle.
Whether you're questioning your own relationship with alcohol or supporting someone who is, Tyler's journey offers a refreshing perspective on what sobriety can look like without drama or deprivation. As he aptly puts it: "If you're thinking about quitting, it must be kind of important. So just try it. What's the worst that could happen?"
0:00 Meet Tyler Plasek
4:38 On Tap Podcast
8:32 The Drinking Journey Begins
15:25 Finding Sobriety and Identity
26:34 Building a House and Strong Friendships
36:00 Life After One Year Sober
43:19 Passion, Purpose, and Future Plans
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By SupernautWhat happens when the life of the party decides to stop drinking? Tyler Plasek joins us to share his remarkable journey through one year of sobriety, challenging the notion that you need a dramatic rock bottom moment to make a positive change.
Known as the wild, entertaining personality on his former podcast "On Tap With The Boiz," Tyler built much of his identity around drinking. From teenage parties in rural Minnesota to college shenanigans (which he calls "the most expensive vacation of my life") to being the guy who always brought extra pants to weddings because he'd rip them while dancing, alcohol was central to his social persona.
Tyler's path to sobriety wasn't triggered by a catastrophic event but rather a growing sense that something needed to change. His candid discussion about crippling anxiety while drinking—spending entire weeks convinced his closest friends were angry with him—reveals the hidden mental toll that often goes unaddressed. "I don't know if I'd call it rock bottom. I think I could have got lower, but it was time for a change," he reflects.
The transformation in Tyler's life has been profound. As the youngest foreman at his construction company, he now feels "way sharper" at work. His anxiety has dramatically improved. He still enjoys karaoke and socializing with friends who drink, but has discovered which relationships were based solely on alcohol versus deeper connections. Perhaps most importantly, he's found that stepping away from alcohol hasn't diminished his identity but has instead allowed him to discover who he truly is beyond the bottle.
Whether you're questioning your own relationship with alcohol or supporting someone who is, Tyler's journey offers a refreshing perspective on what sobriety can look like without drama or deprivation. As he aptly puts it: "If you're thinking about quitting, it must be kind of important. So just try it. What's the worst that could happen?"
0:00 Meet Tyler Plasek
4:38 On Tap Podcast
8:32 The Drinking Journey Begins
15:25 Finding Sobriety and Identity
26:34 Building a House and Strong Friendships
36:00 Life After One Year Sober
43:19 Passion, Purpose, and Future Plans