Danni Carr
Danni Carr
297. Grieving your old self
297. Grieving your old self
297. Grieving your old self
Saturday 26th April 2025
Lyndee shares her journey to sobriety, exploring the challenges of quitting alcohol and embracing self-discovery.
47 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Grieving your old self can be part of the recovery process.
- Support from family and friends is crucial in sobriety.
- Writing a goodbye letter to alcohol can be cathartic.
- Self-care and gratitude are vital for emotional rewards.
- Facing social situations without alcohol requires resilience.
"I became my true best friend when I stopped drinking."
Imagine waking up every morning without that dreaded feeling of regret or anxiety after a night of drinking. In this episode of "How I Quit Alcohol", Danni Carr chats with Lyndee, who shares her inspiring journey from binge drinking to sobriety. Lyndee, who grew up in Armidale, New South Wales, had a typical upbringing surrounded by social drinking.
Her story is a candid reflection on how her drinking habits gradually took hold, and the pivotal moment she realised enough was enough. Lyndee describes the emotional turmoil of needing alcohol to unwind and the frustration when a bottle wasn't available. The episode dives into the challenges of facing social situations without alcohol and how Lyndee managed to navigate them with support from her family and friends. Lyndee's honesty about feeling like an enabler is both relatable and eye-opening.
She emphasises the importance of gratitude and self-care in her new lifestyle, highlighting the emotional rewards found in sobriety. Lyndee also touches on the significance of grieving her old self, suggesting writing a goodbye letter to alcohol or to one's past self as a cathartic practice. Her experiences resonate with anyone who's grappled with the fear of change but found strength in self-discovery and growth.
If you're curious about living alcohol-free or seeking inspiration from someone who's been there, Lyndee's story offers valuable insights and heartfelt advice. Her journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the joy of rediscovering life without alcohol. Tune in to hear how Lyndee transformed her life and how you might find your own path to freedom.