Five Relapse Traps and How to Sidestep Them: Insights from Louise Barnett
Episode Overview
Louise discusses the physical and emotional aspects of withdrawal symptoms, emphasizing the need for medical care when experiencing intense withdrawals. She provides insights on managing triggers, focusing on emotional intelligence and proactive responses to involuntary emotional triggers. Louise highlights the impact of social pressures and the need for sacrifice and a solid foundation to resist drinking in challenging environments. The importance of seeking support from various sources, including communities, meetings, and personal development resources, is emphasized. She warns against complacency in sobriety and encourages continuous growth and self-improvement as an essential part of the sobriety journey.
The opposite of addiction is connection. Connection is required for success in sobriety. Without support, without connection, the likelihood of relapse is like 99.9%.
Why do we relapse, and how can we steer clear of it? This episode of 'Together S.O.B.E.R.' tackles these crucial questions head-on. Hosted by the empathetic and insightful Louise Barnett, this episode dives into the five most common reasons people relapse and offers practical tips to avoid falling into these traps. Louise's approach is both compassionate and no-nonsense, making it easy for listeners to relate to her advice.
She shares her own experiences and those of her community, creating a space where listeners feel understood and supported. From handling social pressures to recognizing emotional triggers, Louise provides actionable strategies that anyone can implement in their daily lives. Her honesty about the ups and downs of sobriety makes this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking to maintain their journey towards lasting sobriety.
Tune in to learn how to build emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and mental toughness, all while feeling like you're chatting with a supportive friend.