Belle Robertson - from the blog "Tired of Thinking About Drinking"
Belle Robertson - from the blog "Tired of Thinking About Drinking"
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Sunday 30th June 2024
Belle Robertson questions whether over-drinking is a disease and offers practical advice for feeling better and managing drinking habits.
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2 minutes
Honest
Compassionate
Informative
Engaging
Thought-provoking
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Belle Robertson - from the blog "Tired of Thinking About Drinking"
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Belle questions whether over-drinking should be labelled as a disease.
- She compares over-drinking to other mental health issues like anxiety and OCD.
- The focus should be on finding practical ways to feel better.
- Belle shares relatable anecdotes and personal experiences.
- She emphasises addressing the 'loud voice in your head' pushing towards unhealthy behaviours.
I think it's a dumb question. Because really? A better question would be, what can I do to feel better?
Ever wondered if over-drinking is a disease? Belle Robertson, the voice behind the popular 'Tired of Thinking About Drinking' blog, tackles this tricky question in her latest one-minute audio. With her signature blend of humour and straightforwardness, Belle dives into the debate comparing over-drinking with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. She questions the very premise of labelling over-drinking as a disease, suggesting instead that it falls on a continuum with other mental health issues like OCD and phobias.
Her main point? The label isn't as important as finding ways to feel better and improve your life. Belle doesn't mince words. She candidly states that asking if over-drinking is a disease might be the wrong question altogether. Instead, she proposes focusing on practical steps to feel better and manage your drinking habits. Belle's relatable anecdotes and no-nonsense advice make this episode both engaging and thought-provoking.
You'll hear Belle's reflections on how over-drinking impacts lives just as severely as anxiety or depression. She emphasises the importance of addressing the 'loud voice in your head' that pushes you towards unhealthy behaviours. By sharing her personal experiences and those of her penpals, Belle offers a compassionate and realistic perspective on sobriety. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with alcohol issues or supporting someone who is.
Belle's unique take on the 'disease' question will leave you thinking about what's truly important in your journey to sobriety. Ready to shift your focus from labels to solutions? Tune in and find out how you can start feeling better today.