A Second Chance: Living A Sober Life With Garrett

In this episode, Garrett shares his inspiring journey from a troubled childhood marked by addiction to starting his sober journey in 2020. Garrett discusses growing up in a family plagued by addiction, his own struggles with alcohol and drug use from a young age, and the turning point that led him to take back his life. Garrett's story is a testament to resilience, dedication, and breaking the cycle of generational curses. And this is Garrett’s story on the sober motivation podcast. ------------ Connect with Garrett on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrett_welsh_/ 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:20 Garrett's Childhood and Family Struggles 02:29 High School Challenges and Expulsion 03:51 First Rehab Experience and ADHD Diagnosis 07:13 Early Substance Use and Addiction 14:28 Family Dynamics and Personal Struggles 16:48 Post-High School Life and Job Issues 19:32 Daily Life and Realizations 28:19 Health Concerns and Sobriety Journey 30:32 Facing Fears and Health Realizations 31:29 The Turning Point: Getting Sober 33:28 Struggles and Strategies for Sobriety 35:47 Isolation and Self-Discovery 40:02 Maintaining Sobriety in Social Settings 50:51 Weight Loss and Transfer Addiction 54:24 Reframing Thoughts and Personal Growth 01:00:56 Final Reflections and Encouragement