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Valentine's Day typically conjures images of romantic love, but for Faye Hughes, it became the day she finally chose self-love over self-destruction. Flying back to Australia after a family wedding gone wrong, shame and regret weighing heavy on her shoulders, Faye made a life-altering decision to commit to sobriety that would transform every aspect of her life.
Faye's story begins with childhood impressions of alcohol as the centerpiece of fun and connection, watching her mother's parties and absorbing the unspoken family fear of inherited alcoholism. By fifteen, she was already experiencing blackouts, setting the stage for years of progressively problematic drinking through university, hospitality jobs, and eventually her move to Australia, where drinking intensified away from family oversight.
What makes this conversation particularly powerful is Faye's raw honesty about the toll alcohol took on her relationships and self-worth. Her brothers had blocked her on social media, unable to witness her drinking behavior. She describes the constant cycle of shame, regret, and anxiety that made genuine self-love impossible. "It's not possible to build self-love when you're constantly living in shame, guilt, and regret," she explains, referencing a breakthrough moment in her understanding.
Now two and a half years sober, Faye shares the practical tools that helped her rebuild her relationship with herself: self-compassion practices, breathwork for nervous system regulation, daily affirmations, and recognizing how dramatically reduced her stress levels became when she eliminated alcohol-induced problems. Perhaps most touching is how her sobriety journey reconnected her with her mother, who followed Faye into sobriety six months later, creating a beautiful bond where they now share sobriety resources and support.
Through her program "Sober Glow Up in 100 Days," Faye now helps others experience the transformation she's lived, combining sobriety support with self-love practices. Her story reminds us that sometimes the greatest act of love is choosing yourself over behaviors that no longer serve you. Ready to transform your relationship with alcohol and yourself? This episode offers both inspiration and practical guidance for your journey.

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