Break the Cycle of Sober Shame & Embrace Positive Addiction

Kohdi Rayne
2 min readFeb 12, 2024

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The journey to sobriety often comes with a heavy burden of guilt and shame. Many individuals, grappling with alcohol addiction, find themselves trapped in a cycle of self-loathing and despair.

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They witness their finances, relationships, and future prospects deteriorating and yet continue to punish themselves, wrongly believing that enduring the pain might lead to a miraculous transformation. But personal growth can’t sprout from the seeds of anguish.

It’s time to break free from this cycle of sober shame and step into the light of positive addiction.

Positive Addiction: A Key to Successful Recovery

Positive addiction isn’t about replacing one harmful addiction with another; it’s about channeling your energy and focus into something that fuels your personal success and lifts your spirits. As an ex-alcoholic and a liver failure survivor, I’ve been there.

The journey was arduous, but I turned it around by embracing positive addictions such as regular exercise, good nutrition, and a commitment to success and happiness. These ‘addictions’ reflected my newfound love for life, my commitment to feeling good, and my resolution to progress.

From Alcohol Dependence to Positive Addiction

For those who are struggling with sobriety, remember that the physical dependence on alcohol can be eradicated in just four days of abstinence. After this period, it’s all about developing new, healthier habits and addictions, doing just the right amount to steer clear from the path leading you back to alcohol.

Embrace positive addiction, let it be your guide as you navigate through the highs and lows of life.

Power of Positive Habits

Creating healthier habits or positive addictions need not be an overwhelming task. It could be as simple as going for a morning walk, developing a reading habit, or immersing yourself in a hobby. The point is to engage in activities that make you feel good about yourself, that push you forward, and keep you from succumbing to the lure of alcohol.

It’s about creating a life you don’t feel the need to escape from, a life where you enjoy keeping your eyes open, witnessing, and cherishing every moment.

You’re Not Alone on this Journey

Whether you’re struggling with sober shame or striving to develop healthier habits, remember that you’re not alone. There are many like me, who’ve walked this path, turned their lives around and are more than willing to lend a hand. I’m here for you.

If you’re reading this, you’ve taken the first step towards breaking the cycle. Don’t hesitate to reach out, to seek help, and to embrace the power of positive addiction.

K O H D I | Beyond Sober

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Kohdi Rayne
Kohdi Rayne

Written by Kohdi Rayne

I’m an ex-alcoholic and liver failure survivor actively helping the world recover from toxic habits and design a life they love to live.

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