Welcome to Hi, I'm Sarah and I'm an Addict. Here we share raw, inspiring stories of addiction, recovery, and resilience. Hosted by Sarah McCalden, a recovering addict and advocate, this series shines a light on the challenges and triumphs of recovery. Through candid conversations with addicts, their loved ones, and experts, we explore the impact of addiction and the power of healing. Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone, or curious about addiction, this podcast offers hope, understanding, and community. Subscribe now to join us on this journey of strength and transformation.
Hi I'm Sarah and I'm an Addict
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Welcome to Hi, I'm Sarah and I'm an Addict. Here we share raw, inspiring stories of addiction, recovery, and resilience. Hosted by Sarah McCalden, a recovering addict and advocate, this series shines a light on the challenges and triumphs of recovery. Through candid conversations with addicts, their loved ones, and experts, we explore the impact of addiction and the power of healing. Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone, or curious about addiction, this podcast offers hope, understanding, and community. Subscribe now to join us on this journey of strength and transformation.
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Recent Episodes
October 20, 2025
You Can Want Sobriety for Someone — But You Can’t Give It to Them
Sarah, the host, shares her personal experiences and insights on loving someone struggling with addiction, emphasizing that individuals must choose sobriety for themselves.
February 15, 2025
Episode 6 - Karen's Story: Sex Addiction & Personal Growth: A Deep Dive
<p><strong>Welcome to another episode of Hi, I'm Sarah, and I'm an Addict: Voicing the Journey from Struggle to Strength. </strong></p><p><strong>In this episode, I sit down with Karen, a recovered sex addict, to have an eye-opening conversation about what sex addiction really is—and it’s probably not what you think. </strong></p><p><strong>At its core, sex addiction isn’t about sex; it’s about intimacy issues, emotional disconnection, and deep-seated patterns that drive compulsive behaviours. We explore how Karen’s journey led her from addiction to recovery, the role of 12-step meetings, and how personal development played a huge part in her healing.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>✅ What it really means to be a sex addict </strong></p><p><strong>✅ The root causes—and why it’s not just about sex </strong></p><p><strong>✅ Karen’s experience with 12-step programs and moving beyond them </strong></p><p><strong>✅ How personal development played a key role in her transformation </strong></p><p><strong>✅ The journey to healthy intimacy and self-connection </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>This is a powerful, personal-development-focused conversation that challenges misconceptions and sheds light on an often-overlooked addiction.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Karen Pohlman is the unmessable mindset mentor for female leaders who are ready to embrace their inner strength and shine brightly. After facing personal struggles, including marriage challenges and the loss of her home and business in 2008, Karen embarked on a 17-year journey of personal development. This transformative experience led her to create her book, Be Unmessable, where she shares the life lessons and strategies she developed along the way.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>As an entrepreneur, mother to three amazing children, and wife to her talented husband, Karen now resides in sunny New Mexico with her two dogs. Through her "Live Another Way" process, Karen teaches individuals how to thrive, not just survive, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with resilience, grace, and ease. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Karen’s journey from adversity to empowerment serves as an inspiration to all, proving that with the right mindset, it’s possible to overcome life’s toughest moments and remain unmessable.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>You can learn more about Karen and her work by visiting her website: </strong><a href="https://liveanotherway.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>https://liveanotherway.com</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong>You can also contact her directly at: Karen@anotherway.live</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>If Karen’s story inspired you and you’re ready to break through your own limitations, join me for Pathway to Freedom: Advancing Personal Mastery on Saturday, 8th March. This online event is all about reclaiming your power and stepping into the next level of personal growth. </strong></p><p><strong>Get your ticket now at </strong><a href="https://www.sarahmccalden.com/offers/x4KhCaxo/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>sarahmccalden.com</strong></a></p><p><strong>https://www.sarahmccalden.com/offers/x4KhCaxo/checkout</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! What stood out for you? Drop a comment, send me a message, or share your biggest takeaway. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔔 Don’t forget to: </strong></p><p><strong>✅ Like, subscribe, and leave a review—it helps others find this podcast! </strong></p><p><strong>✅ Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. </strong></p><p><strong>✅ Stay tuned for the next episode—more real, raw, and powerful conversations are coming your way! </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Thanks for listening, and remember—you are stronger than you think. See you next time!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Remember to join Pathway to Freedom: Advancing Personal Mastery – Saturday, 8th March, 5pm - 9pm UK time</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Stay Connected & Let's Keep the Conversation Going</strong></p>
February 14, 2025
Episode 5: Claire's Recovery from Alcoholism
<p>Welcome to another episode of <strong>Hi, I'm Sarah, and I'm an Addict: Voicing the Journey from Struggle to Strength</strong>.</p><p>In this powerful episode, I speak with <strong>Claire</strong>, a recovering alcoholic from New Zealand who has over a decade sober. Claire’s journey to sobriety began when her 16-year-old daughter gave her an ultimatum: <strong>“Get sober, or I’ll never talk to you again.”</strong> That moment changed everything. She stopped drinking, saved all the money she would have spent on alcohol, and used it to <strong>travel the world.</strong></p><p>Claire’s story is one of courage, transformation, and proof that it’s never too late to turn your life around.</p><ul><li>Claire’s journey from addiction to recovery</li><li>The wake-up call that changed her life</li><li>How she used her sobriety as a tool for adventure and self-discovery</li><li>The lessons she’s learned along the way</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>🎧 <strong>Audio Note:</strong><br />There are parts of this episode where my microphone quality isn’t the best—I appreciate your patience! I’ll be releasing a short follow-up episode soon to clarify any key points that may not have come through clearly, and I’ll link it back to this episode.</p><p>If Claire’s story inspired you and you’re ready to break through your own limitations, join me for <strong>Pathway to Freedom: Advancing Personal Mastery</strong> on <strong>Saturday, 8th March</strong>. This online event is all about reclaiming your power and stepping into the next level of personal growth.</p><p>🎟 <strong>Get your ticket now at</strong><a href="https://sarahmccalden.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>sarahmccalden.com</strong></a></p><p>💬 Let me know what resonated with you in this episode! Leave a comment, send me a message, or share your biggest takeaway.</p><p>🔔 <strong>Don’t forget to:</strong><br />✅ Like, subscribe, and leave a review—it helps others find this podcast!<br />✅ Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.<br />✅ Stay tuned for the next episode—more powerful conversations are coming your way!</p><p>Thanks for listening, and remember—you are stronger than you think. See you next time!</p><p><a href="https://www.sarahmccalden.com/offers/x4KhCaxo/checkout" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Register for Pathway to Freedom: Advancing Personal Mastery</strong></a><strong> – Saturday 8th March </strong></p><p><strong>Stay Connected & Keep the Conversation Going</strong></p>
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