Mary Wagstaff
Mary Wagstaff
247. Redefining Fun
247. Redefining Fun
247. Redefining Fun
Wednesday 1st November 2023
Mary Wagstaff explores redefining fun beyond alcohol, offering insights on finding joy and making conscious choices without drinking.
32 minutes
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Mary Wagstaff
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Associations with Pleasure and Alcohol: Mary discusses how alcohol becomes associated with enjoyable activities, often overriding natural pleasure, and the impact this has on one's relationship with fun and fulfilment.
- Impact on Unpleasant Activities: The episode offers valuable reflections and advice on examining personal preferences, redefining fun, and making new choices without alcohol.
- Examining Personal Preferences: Mary also encourages listeners to consider their relationship with alcohol and the possibilities of finding joy and fulfilment without it, drawing from her own experiences and those of her clients.
- Redefining Fun Beyond Alcohol: Mary explores the innate desires and pleasures within us, particularly as women, and the way alcohol becomes intertwined with these experiences.
- Making New Choices Without Alcohol: Mary shares insights on how to make new choices without alcohol, emphasizing the importance of becoming aware of thoughts and shifting perspectives.
You don't have a drinking problem, your relationship to alcohol is all about your thinking. It is true that you can drink less and desire alcohol less. And then in turn, make new choices by becoming aware of your thoughts and shifting your perspective.
What if fun didn't have to involve alcohol? In this episode, Mary Wagstaff challenges the notion that alcohol is necessary for enjoyment. She dives into how our natural desires and pleasures, especially as women, often get tangled up with drinking. Think about it – how many times have you felt like you needed a drink to truly enjoy socializing, concerts, or even just relaxing at home?
Mary unpacks these associations and shows how they can overshadow the genuine pleasure of the activities themselves. But it's not just about the fun stuff. Mary also talks about how alcohol is often used to make unpleasant activities more bearable, like venting frustrations during happy hour or gossiping. These moments might offer temporary relief, but they don't lead to lasting satisfaction and can even amplify negative feelings.
A big part of the episode focuses on examining your thoughts and perspectives around these activities. By understanding your true feelings and motivations, you can start making conscious choices about what you really enjoy and what you've just associated with alcohol. Mary emphasizes taking personal responsibility for your choices and redefining your expectations of fun. This means understanding your preferences, setting boundaries, and discovering new ways to enjoy life without relying on alcohol.
Through her own experiences and those of her clients, Mary offers valuable reflections and practical advice. If you're curious about finding joy and fulfillment beyond alcohol, this episode is a must-listen.