Mary Wagstaff

Stop Drinking and Start Living

Mary Wagstaff

  • 238. When the unexpected happens

238. When the unexpected happens

Wednesday 30th August 2023

Join Mary Wagstaff as she shares insights on handling life's unexpected challenges without alcohol, focusing on resilience and self-alignment.
27 minutes
Thought-provoking
Empowering
Informative
Inspiring
Encouraging

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Stop Drinking and Start Living
Author:
Mary Wagstaff
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Facing Life's Curveballs: Thriving Without Alcohol

Episode Overview

  • Mary emphasizes the importance of deciding ahead of time how to show up in challenging moments
  • She encourages women to honour their emotions and values when facing the unexpected
  • Mary shares personal anecdotes and empowering insights on the impact of alcohol on handling difficult situations
  • She highlights the significance of planning for emotional resilience and developing a new relationship with oneself
  • Listeners are encouraged to reflect on self-concept, emotional preparedness, and the power of resilience
I wouldn't have it any other way, because that's the depth of my human experience. And I get to really feel the gravity of what that impact meant to me.
Life is full of surprises, and not all of them are pleasant. In this episode, Mary Wagstaff dives into how to handle those unexpected twists and turns without reaching for a drink. Imagine knowing exactly how you'll respond to life's challenges before they even happen. Mary explores the power of deciding ahead of time who you want to be in tough situations, helping you align with the sober, authentic self you're striving to become.
She believes that sobriety is your natural state and that drinking is just a learned response. By setting boundaries with alcohol, similar to how you set boundaries in relationships, you can reclaim your birthright of living fully aligned with your true self. Mary also delves into building emotional resilience, especially when life throws you a curveball. Instead of turning to alcohol, she offers strategies to honor your emotions and values, making it easier to handle difficult moments.
Through personal stories and practical advice, Mary encourages you to develop a new relationship with yourself—one that doesn't rely on alcohol. This episode is packed with reflections on self-concept, emotional preparedness, and the power of resilience. If you're ready to face life's unexpected challenges head-on and thrive without alcohol, this episode is for you.