Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
303: Sobriety Is a Shift in Perception
303: Sobriety Is a Shift in Perception
303: Sobriety Is a Shift in Perception
Wednesday 19th February 2025
Veronica Valli discusses how changing perception is crucial for sobriety, sharing personal stories and practical advice in this insightful episode.
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety is about changing how you see the world.
- Perception shifts are an internal process.
- Addressing resentments and limiting beliefs is crucial.
- Emotional sobriety opens up a more fulfilling life.
- Reclaiming personal power helps maintain sobriety.
Sobriety is just a shift in perception. It sounds small, but it's a massive, fundamentally life-changing thing.
In this episode of Soberful, Veronica Valli dives into the importance of perception in sobriety. She passionately argues that sobriety is fundamentally about changing how we see the world. Using the book 'The Obstacle is the Way' by Ryan Holiday as a reference, Veronica explains how ancient philosophies, particularly Stoicism, align with modern understandings of perception and sobriety. She shares personal anecdotes, including a story from her university days in London, to illustrate how alcohol can narrow one's worldview.
Veronica's journey of nearly 25 years of sobriety highlights the transformative power of shifting perception, from believing that fun requires alcohol to finding joy in sober experiences. She emphasises that changing perception is an internal process, an 'internal rearrangement' that allows us to see things differently and live more fulfilling lives. The episode is a mix of personal stories, philosophical insights, and practical advice on achieving emotional sobriety.
Veronica also touches on the importance of addressing resentments and limiting beliefs to reclaim personal power and live authentically. If you're struggling with sobriety or seeking a deeper understanding of it, this episode offers valuable perspectives and actionable steps to help you on your journey.