Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#79 Ditching Shame & Blame and Accepting our Sobriety
#79 Ditching Shame & Blame and Accepting our Sobriety
#79 Ditching Shame & Blame and Accepting our Sobriety
Tuesday 21st May 2024
Madeline Forrest discusses self-acceptance in sobriety, offering tools and insights to help you embrace a life without alcohol.
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
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Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the science behind alcohol can help detach from guilt.
- Community support is crucial for a successful sober journey.
- Brain chemistry affects how individuals react to alcohol.
- Struggling with drinking often means valuing connection and fun.
- Reframing addiction as a human experience rather than a flaw.
It's pretty hard to have a healthy relationship with a toxic, addictive substance. And that is not our fault
Madeline Forrest dives into the heart of self-acceptance in sobriety in this episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast. If you've ever felt like there's something 'wrong' with you because you couldn't make drinking work, this episode is a must-listen. Madeline shares her journey and the tools that helped her embrace sobriety without shame or blame.
She kicks off by discussing the importance of community and support, highlighting her own group, the Happiest Sober Hub, which offers a safe space for connection and encouragement. Madeline passionately explains how understanding the science behind alcohol can change your perspective. Did you know that alcohol is a toxin that can cause cancer and contribute to mental health issues? This knowledge helped her detach from the guilt and see sobriety as a positive choice.
She also touches on how brain chemistry affects our relationship with alcohol, making it clear that it's not a personal failing if you struggle with drinking. Guest Jill Teets, host of the Sober Powered Podcast, brings a scientific angle to the discussion, explaining how different people's brains react differently to alcohol.
Madeline also explores the idea that those who struggle with drinking are often people who deeply value connection, fun, and feeling good—qualities that can be celebrated rather than seen as flaws. She quotes Laura McCowan's book 'We Are the Luckiest' to drive home the point that addiction is just one of many human experiences. The episode is filled with practical advice and heartfelt reflections, making it a supportive and enlightening listen for anyone on a sober journey.
Whether you're newly sober or have been on this path for a while, Madeline's insights will leave you feeling understood and inspired. Ready to ditch the shame and embrace your sober life? Tune in to hear Madeline's empowering message.