In this episode of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, we focus on one of the most crucial phases of recovery: your first 30 days sober. Five people share what they experienced during this transformative period, offering an honest look at the challenges, triumphs, and lessons they’ve learned. If you're in the early stages of your own sober journey and are wondering what to expect, these stories provide powerful insights, encouragement, and practical advice. Tune in for raw, real-life reflections on navigating sobriety’s beginning steps and learn how to thrive, not just survive these first 30 days.

In this episode:

• Setting small goals
• Finding support in a community
• How your partner can support you
• Overcoming the shame that comes with addiction
• The benefits of therapy
• Doing it for you - instead of for someone else
• Making it your only job - no matter what, all that matters is that you don't drink
• Dealing with emotions in early sobriety
• Withdrawals
• Giving yourself grace and patience
• Permission to be selfish for awhile

If you're making your way through early sobriety, or are ready to quit drinking, make sure you check out these episodes also:

What to Expect In Early Sobriety

What We Wish We Knew About the First 30 Days of Sobriety

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