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.

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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