S3 Ep171: Sarah O'Mara: Red Rose Recovery

This week we welcome the fantastic Sarah O'Mara onto the podcast! Sarah is the Drug and Alcohol Lead for Lancashire (our Shaz's neck of the woods!) and in her role with Red Rose Recovery she and the rest of the organisation provide a support platform to individuals from vulnerable groups to reduce their dependency on drugs and/or alcohol so that they can develop themselves and create thriving, sustainable communities. In this episode, Sarah opens up about her struggles with alcoholism and the personal tragedies that it led to for her. Now she's taking the negative that was that struggle and turning it into a positive by turning other people's lives around too. Thanks so much to Sarah for coming on the pod! The world needs more people like you. You can find out more about Red Rose Recovery at www.redroserecovery.org.uk --- Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials - @alcoholfreepod on Instagram, or search for "Over The Influence" on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at otihq@overtheinfluence.co.uk or go to our website, www.overtheinfluence.co.uk --- The Premium Podcast: If you love OTI and you'd like to hear behind the curtain, subscribe to the OTI Premium Podcast now! --- Links: For links to alcohol-related support services, please visit our website. --- Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves, and not necessarily those of Over The Influence (OTI) Ltd. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are not medical professionals but normal people giving their own experiences of removing alcohol from their lives, and as such this podcast should not be considered professional advice. If you are dependent on alcohol, or think you may be, we strongly recommend that you seek professional medical advice. --- Helpful Hashtags: We found hashtags and sober social media accounts really helpful in our early days alcohol free, as following them can help to reinforce that you are not alone! These are some of the hashtags we've followed: #alcoholfree #stopdrinking #healthandwellnessjourney #zeroalcohol #idontdrink #sobercurious #healthydrinking #alcoholfreelife #soberaf #alcoholfreeliving #sobermotivation #podcast #healthpodcast #noalcohol #nobooze #sober #sobercurious #soberlofe #soberliving #sobercommunity #afcommunity #soberwomen #sobermom #sobermomtribe #sobersisters #sobriety #soberuk #soberjourney #sobrietyrocks #overtheinfluence #oti

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Welcome to "Over the Influence," the podcast that champions a vibrant, alcohol-free lifestyle! Join hosts Sharon and Ben as they delve into inspiring stories, insightful discussions, and practical tips for navigating a life without alcohol. Each episode features candid discussions with guests from all walks of life who have embraced sobriety — celebrity influencers, health experts, and everyday heroes — who come on to share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs along the way. Whether you’re considering sobriety, are already on the journey, or just curious about the benefits of living alcohol-free - you're in the right place. Let’s celebrate connection, let's celebrate the joys of sobriety, and let's celebrate a brighter, more fulfilling way to live! Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves, and not necessarily those of Over The Influence (OTI) Ltd. The information, opinions and recommendations presented in this podcast by either the presenters or the guests are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. If you are dependent on alcohol, or think you may be, we strongly recommend that you seek professional medical advice as soon as possible. You can find links to support services on our website (https://www.overtheinfluence.co.uk/supportresources)