How Sobriety became my Superpower!

BY SIMON DOYLE

At one point in my career, I couldn’t hold down a job for more than six months. I bounced from shop to shop, without any clear vision or aspirations, just drifting along. My work ethic was non-existent—I’d call in sick at least once a week, and showing up late was just part of my routine. My career was definitely not a high PRIORITY in my life. This period in my career was the toughest. My self-worth was on the floor and the majority of the time I didn’t want to be on this earth. I found it really hard to be a normal functioning human being.

Over the years my bosses would ask “Why don’t you slow down on the partying?”. Hinting to potentially take a look at myself and make a change but it wasn’t until I was really mentally and emotionally broken from all the partying, drinking and drug abuse that I could see it myself and make the change.

Sobriety isn’t just a personal choice; for me, it’s been a hectic breakthrough in my life and career. When I decided to quit using drugs & drinking, I knew it would improve my health, but I didn’t expect it to have such a massive impact on my career. Turns out, sobriety has been pivotal, and it’s helped me to take the reins in ways I never thought possible.

One of the biggest benefits of being sober is the MENTAL CLARITY that comes with it. Before, my mind was always foggy and I’d struggle through clients, barely being able to hold the space for them. Now I’m more focused than I have ever been in my career. I’m able to set OUTRAGEOUS goals, work towards them and stay on top of all that I have going on.

There’s something about being sober that has also given me a CONFIDENCE boost. When I was using and drinking, I constantly second-guessed myself and felt totally insecure. But as I stayed sober, I started to trust myself more. I began to build this internal SELF ESTEEM. This newfound confidence has helped me take on bigger risks and challenges in my life and career like moving to Australia, working with major brands like BabylissPro and Kofer Bags and putting myself out there more on social media to build my personal brand.

Without the distraction of living that lifestyle, I’ve now found that I can be more present with my clients and the people that I work with. Stepping into the Education space this has been a huge benefit. I’m able to meet people where they’re at and provide them with a JUDGEMENT-FREE experience. It’s helped me to connect with people on a deeper level.

Finally, sobriety has allowed me to be more…ME. I’m no longer hiding behind a MASK or making excuses for myself. I’m showing up as my true self every day, and that authenticity has worked like a magnet. I’m constantly meeting people that want to better themselves in their life.

Sobriety has become my superpower in ways I never expected. It’s given me the clarity, energy, confidence, and authenticity I need to kick huge goals in my life and career. While the decision to quit drugs and alcohol was initially about improving my mental health, it’s become so much more than that. It’s transformed not just my personal life but my professional life as well, making me a better employee, a better colleague and a better LEADER. If you’re thinking about getting sober, or if you’re already on that path, know that it can change your life for the good in every area, especially your career.

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