Building Healthy Habits for Long-Term Sobriety
Episode Overview
Establishing small, manageable daily goals can aid early recovery. Replacing alcohol with healthier options can support sobriety. Creating a structured routine helps maintain long-term sobriety. Stacking small 'baby wins' can build confidence and motivation. Understanding the 'window of tolerance' can help manage stress.
Choose your hard. Drinking was easy but made life hard. Now I do the hard things that make life easier.
In this episode of 'Through the Glass Recovery', hosts Steve and Julie are joined by guests Matt, Ian, and Megan to discuss the crucial role of healthy habits in maintaining long-term sobriety. The conversation kicks off with Matt, a regular on the show, who celebrates his two-year sobriety milestone. He shares how simple daily goals helped him through early recovery, emphasising the importance of showing up sober and setting small, manageable tasks each day.
Megan, who has been sober for nearly 19 months, talks about her journey with the 75 Hard challenge and how substituting alcohol with healthier options played a significant role in her recovery. Ian, seven and a half years sober, highlights the power of stacking 'baby wins' and creating a structured routine to support his sobriety. He shares his extensive morning routine that includes breath work, journaling, and cold plunges, illustrating how these habits have become integral to his daily life.
The episode also explores the concept of the 'window of tolerance', explaining how maintaining healthy habits can help manage stress and avoid relapse. The hosts and guests offer practical tips and personal anecdotes, making the discussion relatable and engaging. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on building habits that support long-term sobriety, this episode is a must-listen.