Tricia Lewis
Recovery Happy Hour
77- Grieving the Loss of Alcohol/ Courtney
77- Grieving the Loss of Alcohol/ Courtney
77- Grieving the Loss of Alcohol/ Courtney
Tuesday 17th December 2019
Listen to Courtney on Recovery Happy Hour discuss grieving alcohol's loss and the essential steps for a healthier, sober life.
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Grief in Sobriety: Courtney's Journey on Recovery Happy Hour
Grief is uncomfortable, it's ugly, it's inconvenient and it's necessary, but if you can move through this part, the rest gets easier to face, because you've become stronger.
Grieving the loss of alcohol might sound strange to some, but for those on the path to sobriety, it's a very real and challenging process. In this episode of Recovery Happy Hour, host Tricia Lewis sits down with Courtney to unpack the emotional journey of saying goodbye to alcohol. Courtney opens up about her own struggles and the moment she decided enough was enough.
She dives into the different stages of grief she experienced, from denial to acceptance, and how each stage brought its own set of challenges and breakthroughs. One of the key takeaways from their conversation is the importance of self-care during recovery. Courtney and Tricia discuss how the first year of sobriety often involves a lot of physical and emotional healing. They emphasize the need for extra sleep, nutritious food, and staying hydrated.
But it's not just about physical health; being kind to yourself and allowing all those pent-up emotions to surface is crucial too. The episode also tackles some common misconceptions about sobriety. Courtney shares how societal pressures can make people feel like they need to drink to fit in or succeed. She busts these myths wide open, showing that a supportive community can make all the difference.
For anyone grappling with alcohol addiction or in the gray area of alcohol abuse, this episode offers a mix of heartfelt stories and practical advice. It's a reminder that grieving the loss of alcohol is a necessary step towards a healthier, happier life.