In Episode 6 of The Sober Sip, host Tommy Ward welcomes back his sister Maggie for an unscripted, heartfelt exploration of their shared experiences and perspectives on sobriety, growth, and transformation.

Key Topics:

• High school memories and the progression of drinking patterns
• The relationship between success, addiction, and personal growth
• Finding authentic fulfillment beyond external achievements
• Spiritual awakening and reconnection through sobriety
• Breaking free from cultural drinking norms
• The power of listening to inner wisdom

Memorable Quotes:"Alcohol keeps us unconscious." - Maggie Ward"If you're thinking that you have a problem, you do, because otherwise it wouldn't cross your mind." - Tommy Ward

Connect With Us:Follow Tommy's journey: @thetommywardConnect with Maggie: @maggiewardcoaching

In this episode, education leader and school counseling expert Dr. Meredith Chamberlain shares her unique perspective on sobriety as someone who chose to stop drinking not from hitting rock bottom, but from a place of conscious choice and curiosity. She discusses how this decision has improved her mental health, enhanced her work with students, and opened her eyes to society's deep relationship with alcohol.

Episode Highlights:

• Journey from law school to finding her true calling in education and counseling
• The emotional impact of losing her father at age 12 and how it shapes her choices today
• Making the decision to stop drinking from a place of wellness rather than crisis
• Navigating social situations and friendships while choosing sobriety
• Observations about alcohol's pervasive presence in media and society
• The intersection of anxiety, mental health, and alcohol consumption
• How personal experience enhances her ability to support students

Key Quote:"I literally woke up in November... I just might not drink anymore. And nothing happened. There wasn't a fight, I wasn't wasted. I just was curious - I've drank for several decades of my life. What if I just didn't?"

About Meredith:Meredith is a wife and mother to two boys above all else. She has worked in the field of school counseling for twenty years as both a counselor and a director. Meredith completed her undergraduate degree at Villanova as a psych major, masters in school counseling from Bridgewater State, and a doctorate in educational leadership from Boston University. Meredith is very interested in the intersection of nutrition and mental health and also has a certificate from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York. In her spare time, you can find her coaching boys basketball, hiking, or road tripping across the country in a quest to see all the National Parks.

Connect with Meredith:📸 Instagram: @eyeingadventure

Connect with Tommy:📸 Instagram:@thetommyward

In this episode, yoga teacher and fitness coach Sarah Tretter shares her incredible journey from addiction and self-destruction to sobriety, healing, and personal growth. Once caught in a cycle of alcohol, drugs, and reckless behavior, Sarah now empowers others through movement, mindfulness, and self-awareness.
Episode Highlights:

• Early struggles with addiction and being kicked out at 17
• Life with a drug-dealing boyfriend and brushes with the law
• The transition from chaos to bartending and fitness in Boston
• How addiction hides in high-functioning lifestyles
• The turning point that led her to sobriety
• The role of movement, meditation, and self-honesty in recovery
• Rebuilding relationships and embracing a new path

Key Quote:

"You have to replace the addiction with something positive—otherwise, you’ll always go back."

About Sarah:

Sarah is a sober wellness coach, personal trainer, and yoga teacher dedicated to helping others reclaim their lives. After 17 years trapped in addiction, she found healing through movement, meditation, and travel. Now over four years sober, she empowers others to create lasting change and proves that transformation is possible for anyone willing to take the first step.

Connect with Sarah:
📸 Instagram: @_sarahtretter

Connect with Tommy:
📸 Instagram: @thetommyward

In this episode, army veteran and former nightlife DJ JR shares his powerful journey from military service to sobriety and personal transformation.

Episode Highlights:

Key Quote:

"Not drinking and being sober are two totally different things."

About JR

Father, U.S. Army veteran, and former nightlife professional turned NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Accountability Coach. After spending 15 years as a DJ sharing stages with artists like Flo Rida, LMFAO, Marshmello, and Sean Paul, JR transformed his personal battles with addiction and mental health into his life's mission. Today, he specializes in helping those in hospitality and nightlife build healthier, more balanced lifestyles through his coaching program.

Instagram: @jhutter23

TikTok: @johnhutterfitness

Connect with Tommy:

Instagram: @thetommyward

In this personal episode, host Tommy takes listeners through his path to sobriety. From his early love of horses in Massachusetts to his struggles with identity and alcohol dependency, Tommy shares how hitting rock bottom in April 2021 led to his transformation. His story highlights that sobriety isn't just about quitting drinking—it's about reconnecting with your true self and building an authentic life.

Key Topics:

Memorable Quote: "Alcohol has never been my friend. It's not my friend. It's never served me."

Connect with Tommy: @thetommyward

In this debut episode of The Sober Sip, host Tommy Ward sits down with his sister, Maggie Ward, for a heartfelt conversation about his journey to sobriety. Tommy shares his path from addiction to recovery, highlighting the transformative power of embracing sobriety and building a life rooted in connection and purpose.

Together, they explore the challenges of early recovery, the cultural normalization of drinking, and the unexpected joys of living alcohol-free. From rediscovering passions like horseback riding to finding new communities through CrossFit, Tommy reflects on how sobriety has deepened his relationships and reshaped his life.

Key Topics:

• Tommy's journey from bartender to embracing sobriety
• Finding meaningful connections and community beyond drinking
• Navigating social situations and relationships in sobriety
• The grief process of letting go of alcohol
• Rediscovering passions and building a new life
• The role of self-discovery in maintaining sobriety
• Breaking free from normalized drinking culture
• The importance of open conversations about recovery

Memorable Quote: "You gave up one thing for everything."

Connect With Us:

• Follow Tommy: @thetommyward
• Follow Maggie: @maggiewardcoaching
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