Kate started drinking at 14, and it would take decades before she realized there had to be more to life.

In this episode of the Sober Motivation podcast, I chat with Kate about her journey from childhood to adulthood fueled by heavy drinking, to her decision to choose a sober life. The discussion uncovers Kate's upbringing in a large London household and her early 20s described as a 'constant party', and her later relationship with alcohol, which led her to question her real identity and purpose in life. Eventually, these reflections triggered a transformation, with Kate finally embracing a sober lifestyle and reshaping her life in the process. Kate shares practical tips and recounts how she used journaling, walking outdoors, and interacting with others on a similar path to help her stay the course. ----------- Donate to support the podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sobermotivation Follow Kate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walking_the_straight_line/ Follow (Me) SoberMotivation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sobermotivation/ 00:23 Guest's Childhood and Early Life 02:39 Beginning of Alcohol Consumption 03:44 Escalation of Drinking in College 05:08 Transition into Professional Life and Continued Drinking 05:45 Reflections on Self-Identity and Alcohol 13:14 Moving to America and Continued Struggles 20:24 Becoming a Mother and the Impact on Drinking 22:19 Reflections on Sobriety and Life Changes 26:18 The Impact of Alcohol on Family Life 27:59 The Turning Point: A Personal Video Message 28:59 The Fight Against Alcohol: A New Beginning 32:58 The Power of Support and Self-Love in Recovery 34:33 The Journey of Sobriety: Challenges and Triumphs 35:32 The Transformation: From Alcohol Dependence to Self-Love 42:29 The Power of Community and Connection in Sobriety 47:26 The Joy of Sobriety: A New Perspective on Life 49:28 The Final Thoughts: Encouragement for Those on the Sobriety Journey