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Dealing with Triggers
Dealing with Triggers
Dealing with Triggers
Wednesday 6th December 2023
Join Vic and Hamish on 'Sober Awkward' as they share tips on managing triggers and staying sober amidst life's challenges.
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Get the buttons here!Tackling Triggers: Vic and Hamish's Guide to Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Track and analyse urges to drink to understand triggers
- Learn to live with past drinking experiences and continue learning from them
- Seek professional help if triggers become overwhelming
- Join a sober group or find a new interest to navigate triggers
- Remember to be kind to yourself and talk to others about your feelings
Avoiding your triggers isn't healing. Healing happens when you're triggered and you're able to move through the pain, the pattern and the story and you will walk your way to a different ending.
Have you ever felt blindsided by a sudden craving for alcohol, seemingly out of nowhere? Vic and Hamish from 'Sober Awkward' know exactly what that's like, and in this episode, they get real about triggers. These are the moments or feelings that can make staying sober feel like an uphill battle. Vic and Hamish share their own stories of encountering these sneaky pitfalls and how they've learned to manage them.
They discuss why triggers happen, how they can feel overwhelming, and what strategies have helped them stay on track. Whether it's a stressful day at work or an unexpected run-in with an old drinking buddy, they cover it all. The duo offers practical advice on recognizing and dealing with triggers, including seeking professional help when needed. If you're looking for relatable, down-to-earth tips on handling the tricky parts of sobriety, this episode is a must-listen.
Get ready to feel understood and empowered as you navigate your own journey to a healthier, alcohol-free life.