The Sobriety Journey as an HSP - in conversation with Kristy Sarausky
CLICK HERE to listen on your chosen podcasting platform.
Episode 47
In this powerful and tender episode, we explore the sobriety journey through the lens of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). I’m joined by Kristy Sarausky, who shares her personal experience with quitting alcohol and how sensitivity shaped — and ultimately supported — her path toward healing, self-compassion, and empowerment.
We talk about the emotional roots of drinking for HSPs, especially when there's a lack of connection to self, community, and deeper meaning. Together, we dive into the challenges of navigating social life as a non-drinker, the myth that introverts aren't "fun," and how sobriety invites us to rewrite old stories and reclaim our boundaries.
Whether you're exploring sobriety, questioning your relationship with alcohol, or simply navigating the world as a sensitive soul, this conversation is here to remind you: you are not alone, and your sensitivity is a strength.
In this episode, we explore:
Alcohol as an escape for HSPs
Lack of connection and meaning as a root of addiction
Navigating social events as a sober introvert
The belief that sensitive people or introverts aren't fun
Setting boundaries and honoring your needs
The mother wound and its link to addiction
Is rock bottom necessary to quit drinking?
Self-compassion and emotional healing
Sobriety as a creative and spiritual awakening
Creating a supportive environment for recovery
To connect and work with Kristy: her website & her instagram
To connect and work with me, Rim: my website
Say hi on Instagram
Watch the interview on YouTube
HELP THE PODCAST GROW
Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like iTunes or Spotify.
Click the subscribe button in your podcast player for updates.
Your reviews make a difference! Leaving a 5-star review on iTunes helps other sensitive and creative listeners discover the podcast.
Plus, it totally brightens my day!
Love an episode? Share it on your Instagram story, Facebook, or tell a friend. Every share helps us reach new listeners for more Empowered Sensitive souls!
