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In this powerful episode of The Sober Fix Podcast, Drew sits down with Tim Lineaweaver, who has been sober since 1984, to unpack the real work behind long-term recovery. Tim opens up about childhood exposure to alcohol, the slow escalation of addiction, and the turning point that led him to seek help — a decision that changed his life forever.

Together, we explore:

Why the first year of sobriety is both brutal and transformational

How unresolved trauma can quietly sabotage recovery

The role of therapy, exercise, and forgiveness in long-term mental health

Why community isn’t optional — it’s essential

How sobriety becomes a pathway to growth, purpose, and gratitude

This episode is honest, grounded, and filled with wisdom for anyone who is sober-curious, newly sober, or decades into recovery.

If you’re wondering “Can I really heal?” — this conversation is for you.

🔑 Key Takeaways

✔️ Tim has been sober since 1984 and still practices daily gratitude

✔️ The first year of sobriety is hard — but it builds the foundation

✔️ Childhood experiences shape addiction patterns

✔️ Addiction escalates quietly before consequences hit

✔️ Therapy and support groups are critical tools

✔️ Trauma must be addressed for lasting recovery

✔️ Exercise can be a spiritual and mental health practice

✔️ Forgiveness helps release shame and guilt

✔️ Community can be the difference between relapse and recovery

🔥 Memorable Quotes

💬 “You can get well if you work at it.”

💬 “Exercise is a spiritual pursuit for me.”

💬 “Community made the difference for me.”

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome

01:00 – Tim’s Sobriety Journey

03:30 – Childhood & Family Background

06:52 – Early Relationship with Alcohol

10:10 – Escalation of Substance Use

18:11 – The Turning Point

22:52 – Recovery & Personal Growth

25:46 – Navigating the First Year Sober

29:05 – Trauma & Addiction

33:27 – Overcoming Obstacles

37:03 – Shame, Guilt & Forgiveness

41:15 – Mental Health & Motivation

46:37 – Building Community in Recovery

🌍 Connect With Tim Lineaweaver

✍️ Read Tim’s writing on Substack:

👉 https://timlineaweaver.substack.com/

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You are not broken.

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