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#99: The One Reason That People Relapse
#99: The One Reason That People Relapse
#99: The One Reason That People Relapse
Friday 6th September 2024
Tim Phillips explores the true cause of relapse and offers practical advice for maintaining sobriety in this insightful episode of The Sober and Happy Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!The Real Reason Behind Relapse: Tim Phillips Breaks It Down
Episode Overview
- Relapse often stems from unresolved emotional discomfort.
- The HALT acronym (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) highlights common triggers.
- Imagine your sobriety as a fuel gauge - keep it filled with positive actions.
- Remember why you got sober to maintain motivation.
- Address emotional issues head-on to prevent them from building up.
When the desire to drink grows stronger than the desire to stay sober, that's when we finally give in
Why do people relapse? This episode of The Sober and Happy Podcast dives deep into this crucial question. Host Tim Phillips, with over a decade of sobriety under his belt, tackles the complex issue of relapse by suggesting there's really only one core reason people fall back into old habits. While many recovery resources point to triggers like hunger, anger, loneliness, or tiredness (HALT), Tim believes these are just surface-level issues masking deeper emotional discomforts.
Imagine your desire to stay sober as a fuel gauge. When life's pressures build up, that gauge starts to tilt towards drinking as a way to release the internal pressure. Tim uses relatable metaphors and real-life examples to illustrate how unresolved emotions can push someone into the danger zone where relapse becomes a tempting option.
The key, he argues, is to recognise these warning signs early and refuel with positive actions before hitting the 'effort point' - where staying sober feels too hard. Tim also touches on the importance of remembering why you got sober in the first place. He shares anecdotes about how easy it is to forget the pain and consequences of drinking as time goes on, leading to romanticised memories of past drinking experiences.
This episode isn't just about identifying the problem but offers actionable advice on how to keep your sobriety gauge pointing in the right direction. By focusing on building new reasons to stay sober and addressing emotional discomforts head-on, Tim provides a roadmap for a fulfilling, sober life. If you're struggling with relapse or want to understand more about why it happens, this episode is a must-listen. So, where's your needle on the sobriety gauge?
Take a moment to reflect and see if you're in the danger zone. Tim's insights might just help you steer back on course.