How I lost 70lbs in SOBRIETY ✨

*tw: substance abuse, thoughts of sewerslide*

3 years ago, I was at my heaviest.

I had post partum depression, I was an alcoholic and addict. I would wake up and drink, not sleep for days on end to the point i’d be in psychosis. My relationship was in shambles, I lost my job, I barely wanted anything to do w/ my babies(🖕🏽PPD), and I hated myself. It wasn’t until I got kicked out that I decided I finally had to get it together.

I was living on my cousins couch, broke and depressed. I have so much thanks for his daughter who helped pick me up at this point. One day she brought me with her to the gym. One day turned into a week and before I knew it, I hadn’t touched a substance in a month. I lost 10lbs that first week, just running on the treadmill. And man, did I SWEAT.

After that month, I was in the starts of repairing the relationship with my fiancé and his parents and I was back home with them and our kids.

Fast forward 1.5 years of my sobriety, we got our own home, I even got my job back. I’ve lost 40lbs. That year was all about HEALING. Learning to forgive myself for my past, my mistakes, etc. My fiancé and I’s relationship was stronger than ever. And, with our own space, my kids and I were together and making memories everyday. We learned to garden, grow and can and make our own food from scratch.

Fast forward to now, In one week (Nov 4th) I will be 3 years sober. I’ve lost 70lbs and have been at a healthy steady weight of 154lbs for a while now. Some days I wake up and work out, or do pilates. Some days I just sit on my butt. Ive picked up my love for reading and art again. I’ve been eating better and taking better care of my hair, skin, etc. I’ve gotten a new job, making much better money. I also finally passed my learners test and gotten my first car!

I’m still struggling with anxiety + depression but I haven’t had thoughts of sewerslide in years. This year has been all about growth. Growing out of my comfort zone. My relationship with myself has been the best it ever has been and I am so looking forward to where it goes next.

If you’re also a sober mom or girlie, i’d love to connect. It’s been a long lonely journey and would love meeting like minded people! 🫶🏼

thanks for reading :) #soberjourney #wedorecover