Lee Davy

1000 Days Sober Podcast

Lee Davy

  • Afraid of Who You’ll Be Without Alcohol? Here’s the Truth.

Afraid of Who You’ll Be Without Alcohol? Here’s the Truth.

Sunday 13th April 2025

Lee Davy explains why identity collapse is a key part of becoming alcohol-free and how the STRIVE Method supports this transformation.
10 minutes
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1000 Days Sober Podcast
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Lee Davy
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Afraid of Who You’ll Be Without Alcohol? Here’s the Truth

Episode Overview

  • Identity collapse is a natural part of quitting alcohol.
  • Positive Disintegration explains the chaos of transformation.
  • The STRIVE Method guides you through six phases of recovery.
  • Support systems are crucial during the rebuilding process.
  • Breaking down is necessary for true self-discovery.
You’re not falling apart. You’re preparing to fly
Feeling like you’re losing yourself without alcohol? You’re not alone. In this episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast, Lee Davy tackles the unsettling experience of identity collapse that often accompanies the journey to becoming alcohol-free. He introduces the concept of Positive Disintegration, a psychological model developed by Kazimierz Dabrowski, to explain why feeling like you’re falling apart is actually a vital part of transformation.
Lee shares his own experiences and explains how the STRIVE Method can guide you through this chaotic but essential process. From feeling stuck to reaching a state of evolution, each phase of the STRIVE Method is designed to help you rebuild your life on solid ground. If you’re in that confusing middle space where everything feels uncertain, this episode offers understanding and support. Tune in to learn why breaking down is just the beginning of building something better.