Madeline Forrest

Happiest Sober Podcast

Madeline Forrest

  • #123 Let's Talk About Hangxiety (feat. My Mom)

#123 Let's Talk About Hangxiety (feat. My Mom)

Tuesday 25th March 2025

Madeline Forrest and her mum discuss 'hangxiety' and how sobriety has improved their mental health. Tune in for heartfelt advice and practical tips.
43 minutes
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Happiest Sober Podcast
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Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
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Hangxiety: Overcoming Alcohol-Induced Anxiety with Madeline Forrest and Her Mum

Episode Overview

  • Hangxiety is a common experience for those who drink heavily.
  • Sobriety can significantly improve mental health.
  • Understanding the science behind alcohol-induced anxiety can help motivate change.
  • Living alcohol-free brings relief from shame and worry.
  • It's important to find pride in making positive changes for yourself.
I felt proud of the fact that I'm figuring it out and that I'm doing something really brave.
Madeline Forrest is back with another engaging episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, and this time, she's brought along a special guest - her mum! Together, they dive into the topic of 'hangxiety', that dreadful mix of hangover and anxiety that many of us have experienced after a night of drinking. Madeline and her mum share their personal stories and reflections on how sobriety has significantly improved their mental health.
The episode is filled with candid conversations, as they reminisce about the emotional turmoil of waking up with hangxiety and the relief that comes with sobriety. Madeline's mum provides a unique perspective, recalling her own experiences with shame and worry the morning after drinking. They discuss the science behind why alcohol causes anxiety and depression, and how understanding this can be a powerful motivator for change.
The episode is not just about the struggles, though; it's also about the joy and pride that come with living an alcohol-free life. Madeline's humour and honesty make this episode both relatable and enlightening. If you've ever struggled with hangxiety or are curious about how sobriety can improve your mental health, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear heartfelt advice and practical tips from two women who have been there and come out stronger on the other side.