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Alcohol-isms: Dad. Daughter. Sober.

Tara

  • 27 | When Life Starts Feeling Like You Can Drink Again

27 | When Life Starts Feeling Like You Can Drink Again

Friday 12th July 2024

Dan and Tara discuss the dangerous allure of feeling invincible in sobriety and how to stay on track when life feels good.
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37 minutes
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About this podcast

Alcohol-isms: Dad. Daughter. Sober.
Author:
Tara
Overview:
Categories:
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
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When Life Feels Good: The Hidden Traps of Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Feeling invincible after long-term sobriety can lead to dangerous setbacks.
  • Humility and self-awareness are crucial in maintaining sobriety.
  • Personal stories of relapse highlight the ongoing mental battles.
  • Continuous self-improvement is essential for a sober life.
  • Support systems play a vital role in recovery.
You have to do the research for yourself on yourself and ultimately, hopefully, figure out that you're going to get the same result every time.
Ever felt like you've got your life so together that you could handle a drink again? Dan and Tara, the dynamic father-daughter duo, tackle this exact scenario in their latest episode of 'Alcohol-isms: Dad. Daughter. Sober.' Both having faced the challenges of alcohol abuse and recovery, they share their personal journeys and the mental battles that come with long-term sobriety.
Tara opens up about her own relapses and the harsh lessons learned, while Dan offers wisdom from his decades of experience. They dive into the dangerous allure of feeling 'invincible' after months or years of sobriety and how this can lead to devastating setbacks. The conversation is raw, honest, and filled with moments of humour and warmth. You'll hear stories that are both relatable and eye-opening, making you question your own relationship with alcohol.
Whether you're newly sober or have been on this journey for years, this episode offers valuable insights into maintaining your sobriety even when life feels perfect. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that underscores the importance of humility, self-awareness, and continuous self-improvement in the path to a sober life.