In this episode of Sober-ish Sparkle, I sit down with the incredible Ash Butters – a transformation coach, speaker, and the host of Behind the Smile podcast. Ash shares her deeply personal and powerful story of going from high-functioning alcoholic to soul-led, sober woman helping others heal.
Ash opens up about growing up around alcohol, her early exposure to drinking, and how addiction slowly took hold of her life. From juggling a corporate career and a seemingly perfect marriage, to waking up every day trapped in a cycle of shame, vodka bottles, and self-doubt – Ash’s story is one of courage, surrender, and ultimately, freedom.
We dive into her decision to go to rehab, her experience with the 12-step recovery model, and how she found herself again through nervous system work, breathwork, and deep inner transformation. Ash also shares how sobriety helped her re-align her life, career, and purpose – all while finding joy, peace, and ease within herself for the first time.
If you’ve ever felt disconnected from yourself, unsure of how to break the cycle, or afraid of what life looks like without alcohol, this conversation is here to remind you: you are not alone, and there is a beautiful life on the other side.
