Molly Watts
Molly Watts, Author & Coach
Alcohol & Grief
Alcohol & Grief
Alcohol & Grief
Monday 25th November 2024
Explore the connection between alcohol and grief with Molly Watts. Learn how to cope with grief healthily and maintain a peaceful relationship with alcohol.
28 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Compassionate
Hopeful
Healing
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Author:
Molly Watts
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Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Grief can arise from various forms of loss beyond death.
- Alcohol may provide temporary relief but delays emotional processing.
- Understanding the stages of grief helps in managing emotions.
- Healthy coping mechanisms include creating rituals and seeking support.
- Focusing on physical health aids in resilience during grief.
Grief is messy. And it is okay to feel everything. Sadness, anger, confusion, even numbness.
Grief is a universal experience, but did you know it can manifest in many forms beyond the loss of a loved one? In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts dives into the complex relationship between alcohol and grief. Molly shares her personal journey with grief, including the profound impact of losing her father, and how it influenced her relationship with alcohol.
She explores the different types of grief, from the end of relationships to health crises and even the loss of dreams. Molly also breaks down the five stages of grief as introduced by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross and explains why alcohol might seem like a quick fix but ultimately hinders the healing process. With a mix of science and personal anecdotes, Molly offers practical advice on how to cope with grief without turning to alcohol.
She emphasises the importance of acknowledging and accepting your feelings, broadening your support system, creating healing rituals, focusing on physical health, and seeking professional help when needed. By understanding and addressing grief in healthier ways, you can move through the pain and find peace. Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical tips for navigating grief while maintaining a peaceful relationship with alcohol.