Janey Lee Grace - Alcohol Free Life from The Sober Club
Janey Lee Grace - Alcohol Free Life from The Sober Club
Balancing Brain Chemistry in sobriety
Balancing Brain Chemistry in sobriety
Balancing Brain Chemistry in sobriety
Friday 23rd August 2024
Explore how alcohol impacts brain chemistry and learn practical tips for supporting sobriety with Janey Lee Grace and expert Caroline Evers-Endacott.
44 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Hopeful
Encouraging
Educational
About this podcast
Author:
Janey Lee Grace - Alcohol Free Life from The Sober Club
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
313 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Balancing Brain Chemistry in Sobriety: A Deep Dive with Janey Lee Grace
Episode Overview
- Alcohol significantly impacts neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, GABA, and endorphins.
- Balancing brain chemistry is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
- Nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness can support brain recovery.
- Understanding the pleasure-pain balance helps in managing cravings.
- Practical tips are provided for those in early sobriety.
The more intense we input pleasure, the more the body balances out on the side of pain.
Ever wondered what really happens to your brain when you stop drinking? This episode of Alcohol Free Life with Janey Lee Grace dives into the fascinating world of brain chemistry and sobriety. Janey chats with Caroline Evers-Endacott, an addictions therapist, about the complex dance of neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, GABA, and endorphins when you ditch the booze. Caroline breaks down how alcohol impacts these chemicals and what it means for your mood, cognition, and overall well-being.
You'll get a glimpse into why balancing brain chemistry is crucial for maintaining sobriety and how you can support this balance through nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness practices. Caroline shares her expertise on how the brain seeks homeostasis, explaining the see-saw effect of pleasure and pain, and why activities that once brought joy may lose their appeal after prolonged alcohol use.
They also discuss practical tips like incorporating certain foods and holistic practices to help your brain find its natural balance again. Janey's engaging style and Caroline's deep knowledge make this episode a must-listen for anyone curious about the science behind sobriety. Whether you're newly sober or have been on this journey for a while, you'll find valuable insights to help you understand and support your brain's recovery process.
Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that could change how you view your path to sobriety. Ready to dive into the science of sobriety? Give this episode a listen and learn how to nurture your brain back to balance!