Cait Madry

CLEARHEADED: your sober-care podcast

Cait Madry

  • Alcohol Explained with William Porter

Alcohol Explained with William Porter

Monday 14th August 2023

Join Cait Madry and William Porter on 'CLEARHEADED' as they discuss alcohol's impact and tips for a fulfilling sober life.
30 minutes
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CLEARHEADED: your sober-care podcast
Author:
Cait Madry
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Sobriety Success Stories
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William Porter: Unpacking Alcohol's Impact and Embracing Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Understanding the mental and physical effects of alcohol on sleep, cravings, and withdrawals
  • Questioning and dismantling deeply ingrained beliefs about alcohol to facilitate a mental shift
  • Embracing a pragmatic approach to rewiring the brain's perception of alcohol and building a fulfilling sober care routine
  • Exploring the true benefits versus drawbacks of sobriety and finding joy in activities like exercise and reading
  • Gaining valuable insights and guidance from William Porter's journey to sobriety and his expertise in 'Alcohol Explained'
If you're thinking about stopping but you haven't stopped, it's very important to start analyzing how it actually makes you feel before, during and after your drinking. I think that's incredibly important. It goes way beyond the physical and actually the mental is often the most powerful part of it.
Ever thought about what truly happens to your body and mind when you stop drinking? In this episode of 'CLEARHEADED: your sober-care podcast', Cait Madry sits down with William Porter, the author of 'Alcohol Explained'. They dive into the nitty-gritty details of alcohol's effects, from sleep disruption to the nature of cravings and withdrawals. William, who started drinking in his teens, shares his journey to sobriety and how he unraveled the myths surrounding alcohol.
Inspired by Allen Carr’s 'Easyway', he took a practical approach to understanding and quitting drinking. This conversation isn't just about quitting alcohol; it's about transforming your life. William offers tips on how to shift your mindset, making the act of not drinking feel natural rather than a struggle. He emphasizes the importance of finding joy in other activities like exercise and reading.
Cait and William's chat is packed with valuable insights that will help you rethink your relationship with alcohol and build a more fulfilling, sober life.