From Alcohol Brand Ambassador to Sobriety - Thomas's story

In this episode of the show, we have Thomas, who shares his inspiring journey toward sobriety. Thomas discusses his childhood and his teenage years filled with minor troubles. He recounts how his drinking habits escalated during his bartending career and later as a brand ambassador for alcohol companies. Thomas speaks about the moment he realized he needed help, spurred by personal and professional crises during the pandemic. His story underscores the importance of community, seeking help, and the transformative power of sobriety. This is Thomas’s story on the Sober Motivation podcast. Check out SoberLink: https://www.soberlink.com/recover Free 30 day Trial to the SoberBuddy App: https://community.yoursoberbuddy.com/plans/368200?bundle_token=8d76ca38d63813200c6c1f46cb3bdbed&utm_source=manual 00:00 Introduction to Season Three 00:14 Meet Thomas: Early Life and Childhood 03:09 Teenage Years and School Experiences 07:51 First Jobs and Discovering Bartending 09:49 Alcohol and Bar Culture 18:52 COVID-19 and Escalation of Drinking 26:33 Struggles with Sobriety Attempts 27:23 Seeking Help and Support 28:09 Facing Social Situations Sober 29:13 Conversations with Family 30:34 The Turning Point 32:42 Importance of Self-Motivation 36:22 The Day of Sobriety 40:51 Processing Emotions Sober 45:15 Life After Sobriety 47:33 Career Transition 50:17 Advice for Others in the Industry 52:31 Conclusion and Gratitude