Alcohol, Grief and Self-Worth: Lisa Riley's Sober Story

Lisa Riley was drinking a bottle and a half of wine a night after losing her mum. She used alcohol to numb grief, fuel the party, and fill a void she didn't yet understand. On this episode of One for the Road, the Emmerdale actress and TV presenter opens up about what finally made her stop and why she never looked back. Lisa shares how she went from being the last one standing at every gathering to embracing a quieter, simpler life built on self-acceptance. Six years sober, she talks about the smell test that keeps her honest, the restaurant moments that still feel awkward, and why drink never actually defined her personality. You'll hear about: grief as a drinking trigger, the blame game in relationships, sober holidays that changed everything, and why owning your truth is the first real step. Listen now and share with someone who needs to hear this.

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Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice, and also contacts for Lisa.

Instagram - @Lisajaneriley.

https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/

https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

https://alcoholchange.org.uk/

Show producer- Dani Attanasio

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Instagram - @GrownupHustle