In this week's episode, Emily talks about the stigma surrounding someone who says they're "sober". Emily discusses how she used to believe sobriety was admitting failure, but now she realizes her sobriety is what enabled success in her life.

Here's what to listen for in this episode:

-How Emily used to perceive sobriety vs how she sees it today
-How the world needs more examples of sober and successful people to help end the stigma
-The realization she had about what's keeping people locked into addiction and unhealthy relationships with alcohol

Sources to Highlight:
I mentioned Eminem's and Mary J. Blige's sobriety, so I wanted to leave a couple articles highlighting their stories. I was unable to verify Dr. Dre's sobriety, so I may have misspoke on his story, so apologies if I stated an inaccurate fact :)
https://hiphop24x7.com/news/eminem-is-13-years-sober-today/
https://www.distractify.com/p/mary-j-blige-sobriety

The stories she shares are intended to bring awareness to a subject our society tends to shy away from. They are shared in a heartfelt way with the hope to comfort those who may feel alone in their own struggles.

You will leave the episode feeling comforted that you're not alone and encouraged. Emily uses her gifts of storytelling, sensitivity, and vulnerability to bring light to a subject that has primarily been kept in the dark.

How to get in touch!
Instagram: southern_social_sober https://www.instagram.com/southern_social_sober/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emily.chandler.585/
Please feel free to contact the show to leave a comment, submit feedback, or even just to say hi by emailing at ssasspod@gmail.com or visiting southernsocialandstillsober.com.

You can also find a transcribed version of today's episode under the podcast tab on the website.

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*Emily Chandler is not a licensed therapist and all opinions are her own. This is not an advice podcast. It is a platform to share stories of addiction and recovery to raise awareness. If you are in need of help in your addiction or sobriety, contact a licensed professional.
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
https://alcoholicsanonymous.com/
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/