Carel van Heerden
Carel van Heerden
EP 107: All or nothing - with Janis le Roux
EP 107: All or nothing - with Janis le Roux
EP 107: All or nothing - with Janis le Roux
Monday 11th September 2023
Carel van Heerden and Janis le Roux tackle the all-or-nothing mindset in addiction recovery, sharing strategies and personal stories for maintaining sobriety.
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Episode Overview
- Strategies for resisting peer pressure, including playing the movie forward to visualize the consequences of drinking
- Insights into using running, gaming, and meditation as coping mechanisms in addiction recovery
- Discussion on the importance of consistency and progress in maintaining sobriety
- Refreshing take on navigating the complexities of addiction and recovery
- Personal anecdotes offering candid perspectives on addiction and sobriety
The all or nothing thing works in some things and for some things it doesn't. Well, for alcohol it does. Yeah. Because once you have your first beer, it takes away your inhibitions, right? - Karel van Heerden
Ever felt like one small slip-up means total failure? In this episode of the Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast, Carel van Heerden sits down with Janis le Roux to chat about the all-or-nothing mentality that often plagues those on the path to recovery. This lively conversation, albeit a bit rushed due to an impending rugby game, is packed with practical advice and personal stories that resonate deeply with anyone who's ever struggled with addiction.
Janis and Carel explore how minor setbacks can feel like major derailments and share strategies for staying on track even when things go awry. They dive into the challenges of maintaining sobriety during social events, like the Rugby World Cup, where alcohol flows freely and peer pressure is high. One standout strategy they discuss is 'playing the movie forward'—a technique to visualize the long-term consequences of giving in to temptation. But it's not all about resisting urges.
The episode also highlights positive coping mechanisms such as running, gaming, and meditation. These activities, they argue, can help build consistency and foster progress in recovery. The conversation is a blend of humor and heartfelt advice, making it both engaging and enlightening. Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights into breaking free from the all-or-nothing mindset and embracing a more balanced approach to recovery.