Madeline Forrest

Happiest Sober Podcast

Madeline Forrest

  • #74 Getting Deliberate About our Mindset in Early Sobriety (feat. My Mom)

#74 Getting Deliberate About our Mindset in Early Sobriety (feat. My Mom)

Tuesday 16th April 2024

Madeline Forrest and her mum chat about the power of mindset in early sobriety, sharing personal stories and practical tips for a happier, sober life.
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Happiest Sober Podcast
Author:
Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Transforming Your Mindset in Early Sobriety with Madeline Forrest and Her Mum

Episode Overview

  • Reframe negative thoughts to positively impact your sobriety journey.
  • Celebrate small victories, like waking up without a hangover.
  • Be kind to yourself when positive thinking feels out of reach.
  • Manage social situations without alcohol by focusing on your mindset.
  • Recognise that everything happens for you, not to you.
It's not something outside of you; everything happens for you, not to you.
Grab a cuppa and get comfy, because this episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast is a cosy chat between Madeline Forrest and her mum about the importance of mindset in early sobriety. They discuss how reframing your thoughts can significantly impact your journey to staying sober. Madeline's mum shares her own experiences, shedding light on how observing her father's struggles with alcohol shaped her initial approach to sobriety.
This heartfelt conversation covers everything from the challenges of shifting a negative mindset to the joys of waking up without a hangover. Madeline and her mum explore practical ways to catch and transform those 'feeling sorry for myself' moments into opportunities for growth and empowerment. The episode is filled with relatable anecdotes, like the joy of driving home sober and the simple pleasure of remembering your night out.
They emphasise that while early sobriety can feel tough, adopting a deliberate mindset can make all the difference. If you've ever felt like sobriety is a daunting, joyless task, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how to take control of your thoughts and make sobriety work for you. Madeline's mum also talks about the importance of being kind to yourself and finding neutral ground when positive thinking feels out of reach.
They share practical tips on how to manage social situations without alcohol and how to celebrate the small victories along the way. By the end of the episode, you'll feel inspired to reframe your own thoughts about sobriety and take charge of your journey. So, if you're ready to shift your mindset and embrace a happier, sober life, this episode is a must-listen. It's not just about surviving sobriety; it's about thriving in it.
Give it a listen and see how a change in perspective can make all the difference.