On today's "Your Choices Matter" podcast, we interview a young man who has successfully navigated a full year of staying completely sober from alcohol.

In this intimate conversation, he describes the profound transformation he has experienced in his everyday life and the motivations that drive him to maintain his alcohol-free lifestyle going forward.

This episode examines the nuanced line between alcohol dependence and binge drinking. After more than a decade of regular heavy drinking, some may have concluded that our guest, John, had become dependent on alcohol. Others may have characterised his habits as problematic binge drinking. Regardless of the terminology, this is a poignant story of a man who made some tough choices and has since created a dramatically better life for himself and is family.

Through his journey to sobriety, John has gotten married, found steady employment, and feels optimistic and hopeful about his future, including the prospect of becoming a father. His story serves as an inspiring testament to the power of personal choice and the life-changing benefits of overcoming alcohol abuse.

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In the Podcast, reference was made to how alcohol can fuel anxiety and panic attacks. This article looks at the subject in more detail.

Find out about the Your Choices Matter programme here: ⁠https://www.yourchoicesmatter.uk/⁠

For anyone needing help to make changes to their alcohol or drug use, please reach out for help to Derbyshire Recovery Partnership on 01246 206514 or see the GRID website for more details: ⁠⁠https://www.growingrecoveryinderbyshire.co.uk