Melissa's story from grey area drinking to sobriety.

In this emotional and powerful episode, we welcome Melissa, who courageously shares her journey to sobriety. From struggling with alcohol during her teenage years in Wisconsin to moving to New York to pursue a career in theatre, Melissa's story is filled with ups and downs. She discusses how her alcohol use escalated during her adult life. With insights on the challenges of quitting alcohol, the importance of community support, and her continuous journey toward a healthy life, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that sobriety is achievable. Tune in to hear Melissa's story of resilience, determination, and reclaiming her life. This is Melissa’s story on the SoberMotivation Podcast. Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesobernewyorker/ More Information about SoberLink: www.soberlink.com/recover Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/sobermotivation/ 00:00 Welcome to Season Three! 00:15 Facing Setbacks in Sobriety 01:06 The Power of Trying Again 02:28 Introducing Soberlink 03:14 Meet Melissa 03:37 Melissa's Early Life 05:52 High School and Early Drinking 12:37 College and Theater Life 16:57 Moving to New York 25:32 Starting a Family 28:13 Struggles with Alcohol 29:11 Sober Curious Journey 33:20 Facing Unexpected Challenges 33:34 Finding Purpose in Mask Making 34:10 Turning a Hobby into a Hustle 34:58 Coping with Loss and Grief 36:34 Struggles with Alcohol and Health 44:39 A Wake-Up Call from the Doctor 49:58 The Journey to Sobriety 51:12 Reflecting on the Path to Recovery 58:28 The Power of Connection and Support 01:04:27 Encouragement for Those Struggling 01:07:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts