Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
291: Fear Is the Engine That Drives an Alcohol Problem
291: Fear Is the Engine That Drives an Alcohol Problem
291: Fear Is the Engine That Drives an Alcohol Problem
Wednesday 6th November 2024
Veronica Valli explores how fear drives alcohol problems and offers practical advice on managing it in this insightful episode of Soberful.
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Episode Overview
- Fear is a core emotion that can drive alcohol problems.
- Managing fear involves grounding techniques and questioning irrational thoughts.
- Addressing subconscious beliefs is crucial for long-term balance.
- Fear is necessary for survival but can become overwhelming in modern times.
- Practical tools can help bring fear back into balance.
Fear is the engine that drives an alcohol problem, and it's the one thing we have to learn to get back in balance.
Fear is a universal experience, but it's rarely discussed openly. In this episode of the Soberful podcast, Veronica Valli dives deep into how fear drives alcohol problems and how it manifests in our lives. Sharing her personal journey, Veronica explains how fear was at the root of her drinking and how she learned to manage it.
She recounts a pivotal moment when a man in a meeting described his fear-driven drinking, which resonated deeply with her and helped her understand her own struggles. Veronica emphasises that fear is a core emotion programmed into our DNA for survival, but in modern times, it often spirals out of control, leading to anxiety and other issues. She offers practical advice on how to manage fear, such as grounding techniques and questioning irrational thoughts.
Veronica also touches on the importance of addressing underlying beliefs and subconscious programming to achieve long-term balance. This episode is packed with insights and tools to help you understand and manage fear, making it a must-listen for anyone on the journey to sobriety.