A Life Without Alcohol? Dre Thought Never — Now She is 4 Years Sober

In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Dre joins us to recount her journey with alcohol, starting with a disruptive childhood marked by constant moving.  Hear what led her to her first drink at 13, setting off years of binge drinking, attempts at moderation, and eventually hitting rock bottom. She shares powerful insights on battling addiction, the impact of losing her mother and later her daughter, and her path to sobriety through self-discovery and community support. Please tune in to hear how she celebrates 4 years of sobriety today, November 10, 2025.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:16 Childhood Memories and Family Dynamics

01:42 First Drink and Teenage Years

05:58 High School Struggles and Boarding School

14:22 Post-High School and Early Adulthood

16:55 Motherhood and Coping with Loss

19:52 Relocation and Continued Struggles

20:30 Acknowledging the Problem

23:08 Attempts at Moderation and Realization

30:32 Health Issues and the Path to Sobriety

35:34 Struggles with Alcohol and Realization

36:37 Impact on Family and Embarrassment

37:41 Isolation and Binge Drinking

39:54 The Tipping Point and Seeking Help

41:05 First Steps Towards Sobriety

52:22 Grieving and Building Community

01:01:08 Reflections and Moving Forward