Sonia Kahlon: From High-Functioning Drinking to Sobriety
5/5/202658 min
On this episode of We’re Out of Time, Sonia Kahlon — co-host of Sisters in Sobriety — shares her journey from high-achieving orthodontist to living alcohol-free.
What started as “normal” drinking in a high-pressure, hustle-driven lifestyle slowly turned into nightly dependence. Sonia opens up about the moment everything shifted — including her first day without alcohol in over a decade — and what it actually takes to stay sober.
The conversation dives into the stigma professionals face around addiction, why AA isn’t the only path to recovery, and how drinking culture is deeply normalized — especially for women. Sonia also shares the shocking story of discovering her husband’s affair and how sobriety forced her to face it without numbing out.
This episode explores the rise of “sober curious” culture, the hidden cost of coping through alcohol, and what it really takes to become the person you were meant to be.
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First 90 secondsSonia Kahlon· Guest0:00
When I found out he was cheating, I sent him one text, very nice text. Didn't mention the cheating, just said, "I'm not sure what to do here. I'm always here for you," blah, blah, blah. Gave him a couple of weeks, didn't respond, and I filed for divorce. I never heard from him again.
Speaker 10:14
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Richard Taite· Host0:50
Today, on We're Out of Time, I'm joined by Sonia Collin, co-host of the podcast Sisters in Sobriety. Sonia is part of a growing movement, especially among women, who are rethinking their relationship with alcohol and choosing sobriety for better mental health, clarity, and connection. Through her podcast and community, she's created a space where women can talk openly about drinking culture, recovery, and the pressures that often push people toward alcohol in the first place. Sonia, welcome.
Sonia Kahlon· Guest1:23
Hi, Richard. Thanks for having me.
Richard Taite· Host1:25
Of course. For people who may not know your story yet, what led