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Sobriety and Second Chances: Don's Journey from Rock Bottom to Redemption

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Don shares his journey growing up with an alcoholic father to his own struggles with addiction and eventual sobriety. Don recounts the turning moments that led him to realize the depth of his addiction, including his near-death experiences and the kindness of strangers who helped him find his way. He discusses how sobriety opened doors to unexpected opportunities, including a role in a Netflix show and a thriving career in building hot rods. Don's story is a testament to the power of resilience, support systems, and a higher power in creating a new, fulfilled life.

Don on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donabenante/

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:32 Don's Childhood and Early Exposure to Alcohol

02:05 Memories of Don's Father

04:19 The Impact of Don's Father's Death

06:39 Don's Struggle with Alcohol Begins

09:48 Life as an Alcoholic and Career Challenges

12:18 Hitting Rock Bottom and Seeking Help

16:00 The Turning Point: Finding Sobriety

21:52 Rebuilding Life and Embracing Sobriety

29:17 The Struggle with Sobriety

29:38 The Turning Point

30:07 The Battle with Kratom

32:19 Support Systems and Sobriety

34:08 Finding Peace in Sobriety

37:21 Embracing Sobriety as a Superpower

40:17 The Journey to Self-Acceptance

45:25 Career and Sobriety

46:21 The Netflix Opportunity

48:04 Building a New Life

01:00:15 Final Thoughts on Sobriety

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240 episodes

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In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Don shares his journey growing up with an alcoholic father to his own struggles with addiction and eventual sobriety. Don recounts the turning moments that led him to realize the depth of his addiction, including his near-death experiences and the kindness of strangers who helped him find his way. He discusses how sobriety opened doors to unexpected opportunities, including a role in a Netflix show and a thriving career in building hot rods. Don's story is a testament to the power of resilience, support systems, and a higher power in creating a new, fulfilled life.

Don on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donabenante/

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:32 Don's Childhood and Early Exposure to Alcohol

02:05 Memories of Don's Father

04:19 The Impact of Don's Father's Death

06:39 Don's Struggle with Alcohol Begins

09:48 Life as an Alcoholic and Career Challenges

12:18 Hitting Rock Bottom and Seeking Help

16:00 The Turning Point: Finding Sobriety

21:52 Rebuilding Life and Embracing Sobriety

29:17 The Struggle with Sobriety

29:38 The Turning Point

30:07 The Battle with Kratom

32:19 Support Systems and Sobriety

34:08 Finding Peace in Sobriety

37:21 Embracing Sobriety as a Superpower

40:17 The Journey to Self-Acceptance

45:25 Career and Sobriety

46:21 The Netflix Opportunity

48:04 Building a New Life

01:00:15 Final Thoughts on Sobriety

  continue reading

240 episodes

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