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Bottle of Vodka a Day Destroyed My Body—Here’s why I Quit Alcohol.

What Cirrhosis and Kidney Failure Taught Me Qutting Drinking. At his lowest point, Will was consuming 750ml of vodka daily, which led to liver failure, kidney failure, and near death. Facing organ transplants and a grim prognosis, he found the strength to to quit drinking and alcohol forver. Let's stay sober together! Enjoy my content? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/meghanmelinGo check out Will's Podcast here: @TheWillpowerPodcast Looking for a Sober Coach? 📲https://www.maleanfit.com/sober-coachingQuestion - Do you think quitting alcohol is hard?#soberjourney #quittingalcohol #75hard

Podcast Host Julie Miller: Building a Life Beyond Alcohol

Welcome back, everyone! Today I sat down with Julie Miller, RCP (Recovery Coach Professional) and co-host of Through the Glass Recovery, for an authentic conversation about the journey through sobriety and self-discovery.In this discussion, Julie opens up about her personal battle with alcoholism and her transformative path to recovery. We explore how finding genuine connections and embracing vulnerability became cornerstones of her healing process. Julie's story reminds us that recovery isn't just about stopping drinking—it's about discovering who we truly are and learning to love ourselves authentically.⏱ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction to Julie Miller and Her Journey02:51 The Power of Group Conversations in Recovery05:30 Julie’s Personal Story: From Perfection to Addiction10:39 Coping Mechanisms: Learning to Live Without Alcohol16:00 The Turning Point: Finding Community and Support21:20 Embracing Self-Love and Acceptance After Sobriety24:45 From Self-Loathing to Self-Love25:47 The Link Between ADHD and Alcoholism26:17 Building Connections in Recovery28:02 The Importance of Authenticity29:42 Navigating Recovery Without AA31:08 The Impact of Addiction on Family Relationships33:48 Talking Openly About Alcohol with Kids34:42 The Shift in Youth Drinking Trends36:30 Teaching Emotional Resilience to Youth39:02 Finding Joy in Sobriety41:37 The Journey to Self-Discovery45:50 Vulnerability as the Antidote to Shame📱Follow Julie!https://www.instagram.com/throughtheglassrecovery/https://www.instagram.com/create.a.life.so.full/https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/📱And if you haven't yet, follow TheWillpowerPodcast on Instagram where I post daily https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/💙 Love the podcast? Want to help keep these recovery conversations going?Consider supporting TheWillpowerPodcast with a virtual coffee at:https://buymeacoffee.com/thewillpowerpodcastEvery contribution helps me create more content focused on recovery, share more inspiring stories, and reach more people who need to hear this message of hope.Your support means everything, but please know that the most important thing to me is that these stories reach those who need them - whether you can contribute financially or not, you being here matters. 🙏#SoberLife #RecoveryPodcast #SoberCommunity #RecoveryCoach #SoberCurious #QuitDrinking #SoberMovement #CreateALifeSoFull #ThroughTheGlassRecovery #TheWillpowerPodcast #RecoveryJourney #SoberFamily #WomenInRecovery #RecoveryIsPossible #SoberNetwork #SoberPodcast #MentalHealth #SelfLove #EmotionalGrowth #AuthenticLiving #SoberLife2024 #SoberInfluencer #RecoveryWarrior #SoberMindset #LifeAfterAlcohol

Breaking the Silence: Meghan McLean from @Soberstrong on Trauma, Recovery & Finding Purpose

In this unforgettable conversation, we're joined by Meghan McLean from SoberStrong; a remarkable individual who shares her transformative journey from struggle to strength. Through raw honesty and courage, Meghan opens up about her path to sobriety, personal growth, and finding purpose in helping others.⚠️CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault and trauma. Please take care of yourself and listen at your own discretion.⏱ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction and Collaboration02:23 - Meghan's Journey with Alcohol06:16 - The Challenges of Early Sobriety09:31 - The Role of Counseling in Recovery12:06 - High School and Early Experiences15:22 - Impact on Relationships20:03 - A Year of Transformation21:56 - Relationship Dynamics25:29 - Personal Trauma and Healing⚠️30:42 - Rebuilding and Growth34:32 - Finding Purpose Through Community39:28 - Authenticity in Recovery🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS:• The power of community support in maintaining sobriety• How the 75 Hard challenge can kickstart transformation• The importance of professional counseling in recovery• Finding strength through sharing your story• The journey of rebuilding after trauma• Creating positive change from difficult experiences📱 CONNECT WITH MEGHAN:https://www.instagram.com/meghan_malean/YouTube: @Soberstronghttps://www.youtube.com/@SoberstrongBlog: https://www.maleanfit.com/📱 FOLLOW THE WILLPOWER PODCAST:https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/🆘 SUPPORT RESOURCES:If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault:• RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline (24/7): 1-800-656-4673 https://www.rainn.org/For addiction support:• SAMHSA's National Helpline (24/7): 1-800-662-4357 https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline• Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org/ Find local meetings: https://www.aa.org/find-aa• National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers: https://www.naatp.org/resources/addiction-treatment-resourcesRemember: You are not alone. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're dealing with trauma, addiction, or both, there are people and resources available to support you on your journey to healing.💙 Love the podcast? Want to help keep these recovery conversations going?Consider supporting TheWillpowerPodcast with a virtual coffee at:https://buymeacoffee.com/thewillpowerpodcastEvery contribution helps me create more content focused on recovery, share more inspiring stories, and reach more people who need to hear this message of hope.Your support means everything, but please know that the most important thing to me is that these stories reach those who need them - whether you can contribute financially or not, you being here matters. 🙏#SobrietyJourney #RecoveryPodcast #MentalHealth #Healing #PersonalGrowth #SoberLife #TraumaRecovery #CommunitySupport #TheWillpowerPodcast

The Most REAL Conversation About Healing You’ll Ever Hear | Lauren Friedman

What's up everyone, Will here. In this incredibly special episode of TheWillpowerPodcast, I sit down with the amazingly brilliant Lauren Friedman (@the_lfexperience) for one of the most dynamic conversations I've ever had. Lauren's unique perspective and infectious energy take us on an unexpected journey through healing, trauma, and the power of authentic connection.This episode is different from my usual format - in the best possible way. Lauren's ability to weave between deep insights and lighter moments creates a truly engaging experience that I know you'll love. We dive into her fascinating transition from the advertising world to becoming a voice for healing and authenticity.🎙️ In This Episode We Explore:The real truth about complex trauma and survival modeWhy finding the right therapist changes everythingHow community plays a crucial role in healingUnderstanding generational trauma and breaking cyclesThe unexpected ways addiction shows up in our livesLauren's upcoming project: The Lauren Freeman Experience🎯 Quick Jump to Key Moments:0:00 - Welcome & Why This Episode Is Special3:12 - Lauren's Incredible Background Story6:07 - Deep Diving into Complex Trauma9:07 - The Survival Mode Superpower11:54 - The Role of Addiction in Trauma14:34 - Navigating Family Dynamics and Trauma17:22 - The Diplomat Role in Dysfunctional Families20:31 - The Healing Journey and Future Aspirations29:16 - The Power of Authentic Expression33:19 - Navigating Career Transitions and Personal Growth37:24 - The Lauren Freeman Experience: Building Community42:16 - Understanding Addiction and Coping Mechanisms48:08 - Finding the Right Therapist and Healing Modalities52:53 - Breaking the Cycle of Shame and Embracing Healing"I'm just gonna be me" (06:07)"Survival mode is my superpower" (09:07)"Connection changes everything" (37:24)Connect with Us:🎙️ The Willpower Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/📱 Follow Lauren:https://www.instagram.com/the_lfexperience/https://stan.store/the-LFE🌟 Join our sober community: https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/Remember to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell to stay updated with new episodes every week! Share this episode with someone who might need to hear this message today.Your support means the world to me and helps us continue bringing these important conversations to light. Stay strong, stay authentic, and keep showing up for yourself!-Will💙 Love the podcast? Want to help keep these recovery conversations going?Consider supporting TheWillpowerPodcast with a virtual coffee at:https://buymeacoffee.com/thewillpowerpodcastEvery contribution helps me create more content focused on recovery, share more inspiring stories, and reach more people who need to hear this message of hope.

🔥 25 YEARS ADDICTED, 9 PRISONS: The INCREDIBLE Transformation of Peter Townsend

In this POWERFUL episode of TheWillpowerPodcast, I sit down with Peter Townsend, a recovery coach from Ireland whose story will shake you to your core yet also inspire the uninspirable. After 25 years of addiction, 14.5 years behind bars, and a near-death experience in 2020, Peter completely transformed his life."I came out mentally broken" - but that's not where his story ends.⚠️ CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of suicide and addiction that some viewers may find triggering. Your life has value and help is always available.🌍 24/7 Crisis Resources:US: Call/Text 988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineUK: 116 123 (Samaritans)Ireland: 116 123 (Samaritans Ireland)International Crisis Lines: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlinesIf you're struggling, please reach out. You don't have to go through this alone.This episode shares a story of hope and transformation, but your wellbeing comes first. Take care of yourself and watch when you feel ready. 💚Join us as Peter shares his raw, unfiltered journey from:🔹 Organized crime to recovery coaching🔹 Emotional numbness to embracing life's full spectrum🔹 A suicide attempt to helping others find hope🔹 Prison cells to purposeful livingCHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction to Peter's Journey02:40 The Harsh Reality of Addiction05:32 Childhood Wounds & Early Influences08:38 Life Behind Bars13:54 The Moment Everything Changed16:36 Finding the Path to Recovery22:10 Discovering Purpose Through Pain31:24 Becoming a Recovery Coach42:48 Understanding the Human Condition51:16 Never Give Up on YourselfPeter's message is clear: "Our stories can save souls." Whether you're struggling with addiction, supporting someone who is, or simply need proof that transformation is possible - this episode is your sign that hope exists, no matter how dark things seem.🎯 Key Takeaways:- Everyone has hope, regardless of their past- The importance of feeling emotions, both good and bad- How physical activity and communication support recovery- The power of authentic relationships in healingSubscribe to TheWillpowerPodcast for more inspiring stories of transformation and practical recovery wisdom. New episodes every week.💭 Share your thoughts in the comments below🔔 Hit subscribe and the notification bell to never miss an episode🤝 Need support? Drop a comment - this community has your backFollow Peter!https://www.instagram.com/urpacerecovery/https://urpacerecovery.com/And if you haven't yet, come follow me on Instagram where I post daily!https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/💙 Love the podcast? Want to help keep these recovery conversations going?Consider supporting TheWillpowerPodcast with a virtual coffee at:https://buymeacoffee.com/thewillpowerpodcastEvery contribution helps me create more content focused on recovery, share more inspiring stories, and reach more people who need to hear this message of hope.Your support means everything, but please know that the most important thing to me is that these stories reach those who need them - whether you can contribute financially or not, you being here matters. 🙏#RecoveryPodcast #AddictionRecovery #SoberLife #TransformationStory #MentalHealth #PrisonReform #PersonalGrowth #HopeDealer #RecoveryCoach #IrishRecovery

Lost & Found: From Teen Drinking to 24 Years Clean | My Conversation with Jess Lopez

Hey everyone, Will here. Today's episode is terrific. I sat down with Jess Lopez, who's got 24 years sober and now helps others find their way to recovery. Her story starts like many of ours - first drink as a young teenager, living a double life in high school, and trying to keep it all together until it fell apart. Luckily, she was smart enough to catch it early! Unlike many of us.What made this conversation powerful was how Jess opened up about stuff we all struggle with:- That moment when withdrawal symptoms make you realize "this is real"- Having to "cocoon" herself from the world to get sober- Losing family to alcoholism and deciding to break that cycle- Learning how to actually live life without the bottleWe get deep into:- Why it's so hard to be vulnerable without alcohol- The real challenges of early sobriety- Finding joy after putting down the drink- Why cookie-cutter recovery programs don't work for everyoneChapters00:00 Introduction to Jess Lopez02:46 Early Experiences with Alcohol06:30 High School and the Escalation of Drinking09:37 Recognizing the Problem14:34 The Turning Point19:04 Cocooning and Self-Discovery24:21 Supportive Relationships and New Beginnings30:19 The Ongoing Journey of Sobriety33:35 Navigating Vulnerability and Alcohol's Role35:54 The Journey to Recovery Coaching39:44 Building a Supportive Recovery Environment43:36 Understanding Emotions in Sobriety48:38 Finding Joy and Self-Compassion52:18 The Shift Towards Openness in Recovery56:39 Integrating Healing and Self-Discovery01:01:39 The Importance of Individualized Approaches01:11:34 Connecting with Jess Lopez and ResourcesFor those of you wondering if you can live a full life without alcohol, or if you're early in recovery and feeling lost - this episode is for you. Jess brings both personal experience and professional insight as a recovery coach.Trust me, if you're anywhere on the recovery journey - whether just thinking about it or years in - you'll want to hear what Jess has to say about finding your way to a life beyond alcohol.New episodes drop weekly. Hit subscribe so you don't miss the conversation that might just change your life.Come Follow Jess!https://www.instagram.com/mysobersunrise/https://mysobersunrise.com/And if you haven't yet, come follow along with me on Instagram where I post daily. https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/

”More Expression, Less Suppression” : The ’Candid Life Coach’ Tells All

🎙️In today's unconventional episode, I sit down with Haley, a brutally honest life coach who transformed her sex addiction into a mission of helping others heal. If you're struggling with addiction, self-worth, or just feeling lost - this conversation might just be the one that puts it all together for you.⚠️ Editing disclaimer: My cuts are about as smooth as my first attempt at sobriety 😅 But hey, we're all about progress over perfection here! 🔗 Follow Haley @thecandidlifecoachhttps://www.instagram.com/thecandidlifecoach/🎧 Follow TheWillpowerPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/#addiction #recovery #healing #sobriety #mentalhealthawareness #coaching #podcast #sober #transformation 🙏

High Functioning Until I Wasn’t: A Young Professional’s Wake-Up Call

To the woman who has it all together at work but falls apart with that first drink - this episode is your permission slip to imagine a different way. Sydney's story shows us how to build success that doesn't require a drink to celebrate it.Sydney had the career. The success. The perfect-on-paper life.But in private? She was losing herself glass by glass, reflection by reflection,until the woman in the mirror became a stranger.In this bravely relatable conversation, Sydney shares:• The moment she realized being a "master manipulator" was destroying her from the inside• What happens when your "functional" drinking stops being functional• How she transformed her relationship with herself for the betterBut the real power of Sydney's story? It's not about what she lost.It's about what she found:Clarity. Self-love. Real connection.And a life that doesn't need a drink to be lived fully.CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction to Sydney's Journey07:19 The Escalation of Alcoholism14:01 The Illusion of Control19:55 Rock Bottom and the Turning Point25:09 Embracing Sobriety and Community29:56 Transformative Changes Post-Sobriety35:02 Finding a Higher Power38:52 Embracing Vulnerability and Community47:36 Looking Ahead: Future AspirationsFollow Sydney for more inspirationhttps://www.instagram.com/dry.spirits/Remember: You don't have to hit rock bottom to start climbing.Your story isn't over. It's just getting to the good part. #SoberLife #RecoveryPodcast #AddictionRecovery #SoberCurious #SoberNYC #TheWillpowerPodcast #MentalHealth #WomenInRecovery #SoberMovement #recoveryispossible Come follow me on Instagram where I post a lot of extra stuff!https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/

🎙️ Breaking Generational Trauma: Healing, Recovery, and Creating a New Legacy with Mano O'Kane

Join us for a profound conversation with Romano "Mano" O'Kane as he shares his journey of breaking free from the cycle of generational trauma and addiction.
From growing up in an environment shaped by trauma, addiction, and suicide; to becoming an advocate for healing and recovery, Mano's story shows how one person's courage to change can impact generations to come.
🔍 In This Episode: Understanding generational trauma Breaking the cycle of family addiction
                                 Finding healing through community Building a new legacy
                                 The power of vulnerability and change
Key Moments
00:00 - Introduction to Mano's Story
02:33 - Childhood and Family Struggles
05:45 - The Impact of Addiction on Youth
08:31 - Generational Trauma and Cultural Context
11:01 - The Descent into Substance Abuse
13:54 - Criminal Activities and Seeking Validation
16:29 - Turning Point: Violence and Realizations
19:33 - Meeting the Partner: A New Hope
22:15 - Struggles with Addiction and Isolation
25:00 - The Path to Recovery and Self-Discovery
26:07 - Struggles with Addiction and the Turning Point
30:47 - The Journey to Recovery and Community Support
33:00 - Transformation and New Perspectives
35:09 - Advocacy and Raising Awareness
35:23 - Inspiration and Moving Forward
Connect with Mano!
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/manookane/
https://www.instagram.com/lockstockand2jokingaddicts/
Podcast: Lock Stock & 2 Joking Addicts Website:
https://lockstockand2jokingaddicts.com/
#GenerationalHealing #Recovery #Sobriety #MentalHealth #Addiction #PersonalGrowth #IrishPodcast #RecoveryPodcast #SobrietyJourney #mentalhealthawareness https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/

Two Regular Guys Expose the Alcohol Lie | Honest Truth About Getting Sober

Welcome to TheWillpowerPodcast, and today I'm sitting down with my new friend John (@jbuckofficial) for the kind of raw conversation I wish I'd heard back when I was still telling myself I was "fine." Here's the truth: Two years ago, I was literally weeks away from death. My drinking had destroyed my liver so badly that doctors gave me two weeks to live without an emergency transplant. And I STILL didn't think I had a "real" problem. Yeah – let that sink in. It took a liver transplant followed by a kidney transplant to wake me up. That's what alcohol is capable of.. My buddy John's story hits different but just as hard. On paper, he had it all – beautiful family, great life – but alcohol almost took every bit of it away. Today, we get real about what it's like to be that guy who looks like he's holding it all together while everything's actually falling apart. Look, we're not here to preach. We're just two regular guys who pushed it way too far before admitting something had to change. In this episode, we talk about: - How we convinced ourselves we were "functional" (spoiler: we weren't) - The lies we told ourselves (and our loved ones) - What it took to finally face reality (in my case, almost dying) - How John saved his family by choosing sobriety - The unexpected awesome stuff that came after quitting If you're that person who's starting to wonder if maybe, just maybe, drinking isn't working for you anymore – whether you're having three beers a night or hiding bottles – this one's for you. You don't have to wait until you're where I was, or until you're about to lose everything like John almost did. Follow John's journey on Instagram @jbuckofficial You can also follow me there too @TheWillpowerPodcast Drop a comment or hit subscribe if any of this hits home. Trust me, there's a way better life waiting on the other side of "just one more." https://www.instagram.com/jbuckofficial/ #SoberCurious #QuitDrinking #SoberLife #RecoveryStory #TheWillpowerPodcast #soberjourney https://www.instagram.com/thewillpowerpodcast/