Vanessa Persephone
Vanessa Persephone
S.4 E.4 Dry Jan. is over... now what? Why "sober months" don't work for me
S.4 E.4 Dry Jan. is over... now what? Why "sober months" don't work for me
S.4 E.4 Dry Jan. is over... now what? Why "sober months" don't work for me
Tuesday 7th February 2023
Vanessa Persephone examines the pitfalls of 'sober months' like Dry January and shares her personal journey towards lasting sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!Dry January Dilemmas: Vanessa Persephone's Take on Sober Months
Even when it feels like I'm going backwards, I'm still moving forward and not staying stuck in the same place on the same cycles of drinking, getting fucked up, getting high, shoving it down, attracting the same patterns, because I have a clear head.
Have you ever felt like Dry January was more of a dry run than a real change? In this episode of 'Angels Anonymous', Vanessa Persephone tackles the tricky terrain of 'sober months' and why they often fall short. Vanessa, a former professional dancer turned yoga instructor and integrative health coach, opens up about her own struggles with addiction, from food to weed, and why willpower alone didn't cut it for her.
Vanessa starts by asking listeners to reflect on their Dry January experience. Did you breeze through the 30 days or stumble along the way? More importantly, what happens now? Are you tempted to dive back into old habits, or are you trying to find a middle ground with moderation? Vanessa shares that for her, moderation was a mirage. The constant effort to control her drinking led to frustration and a sense of failure.
She dives into the emotional rollercoaster that comes with trying to moderate alcohol consumption. Vanessa points out that relying solely on willpower can feel like a losing battle. She talks about the importance of clarity and how alcohol muddles connections and self-awareness. Vanessa also discusses how changing your social circle can be a game-changer in maintaining sobriety. Drawing parallels between Dry January and dieting, Vanessa explains how temporary abstinence can sometimes set us up for a bigger fall.
She highlights the need for a more sustainable approach to sobriety—one that doesn't rely on sheer willpower but instead focuses on building a supportive environment and clear-headed living. Vanessa's candid reflections offer a refreshing perspective for anyone grappling with the aftermath of a 'sober month'. Whether you're considering another stint of sobriety or looking for a more balanced approach, this episode provides valuable insights and a dose of reality.
Tune in to hear Vanessa's journey and find out why lasting change requires more than just a month off.