Chrissy Teigen Opens Up on Renewed Sobriety After Subtle Relapse

Chrissy Teigen recently opened up about her renewed commitment to sobriety following a subtle relapse with alcohol. Sharing her journey on Instagram, the model and television personality revealed her struggles and triumphs over the past months.

Teigen’s Journey to Sobriety

Now 40 years old, Teigen has been on a complicated path regarding her relationship with alcohol. She disclosed that she had initially been sober for over a year before deciding to drink again, believing she could do so “mindfully.”

She noted, “I wanted to be able to have a glass of wine on a date night with my husband.” Teigen is married to singer John Legend, 47, and they have four children: Luna, 9; Miles, 7; Esti, 3; and Wren, 2. However, her attempt to drink casually led to drinking becoming unsustainable.

The Impact of Drinking

In her candid post, Teigen described how drinking progressed from celebratory to habitual. “Soon it became the kind of drinking I’m all too familiar with,” she explained. The shift was subtle yet alarming, with quiet moments at home turning into occasions for wine, leading her to question her habits.

Teigen expressed the difficulty she faced, stating, “I’m a whole a– mom,” highlighting that her drinking was not overtly messy, but rather consistent and isolating, leading to feelings of guilt.

Support from Peers

Teigen also credited her podcast guest, Carl Radke, with inspiring her to stop drinking once more. Radke, known for his appearance on the reality show Summerhouse, discussed his own sobriety journey during their conversation. He recommended the 12-step recovery program, which has been beneficial to many.

Reflections on Sobriety

This is not Teigen’s first encounter with sobriety. Five years ago, she announced her initial commitment via an Instagram video. However, as she remarked about her second journey, “There’s no pomp around it.” This time, she feels a mix of renewed determination and the pressure of managing expectations from those around her.

• Years sober before relapse: 1+
• Current sobriety duration: 52 days
• Children: 4

Despite past partnerships with alcohol brands, Teigen now recognizes her ability to be herself without alcohol. “Turns out, without it, I can still be funny. Still be stupid. Still be wildly nervous,” she reassured her followers.

Concluding her post, she expressed gratitude to her fans, underscoring the life-changing conversations she has had on her podcast. With a renewed perspective, Teigen continues her journey toward sobriety, feeling hopeful and empowered.