Conquering Sobriety: Tackling the Toughest Challenges of Quitting Alcohol
I've replaced chaos for peace, and there is chaos at times, don't get me wrong, but there's a lot more peace and calmness now which just didn't well rarely existed beforehand.
Ever felt like giving up on your sobriety journey because it just seems too hard? Ellen Woods and Simon Chapple have been there, and in this episode of 'Sobriety Unleashed', they get real about the toughest parts of quitting alcohol. Ellen opens up about how breaking the initial habit was a mountain to climb, but assures that it does get easier with time.
Simon joins in, sharing his own battles with cravings and offering practical tips to overcome them, like using distractions and understanding the nature of your cravings. The duo doesn't shy away from discussing the often-overlooked issue of disrupted sleep. They suggest conducting a 'sleep audit' to improve your sleeping environment and stress the importance of being kind to yourself during this transition. But it's not all about the struggles.
Ellen and Simon highlight the joys of building new, alcohol-free relationships and discovering passions you never knew you had. They talk about the peace and authenticity that come with being part of an alcohol-free community. This episode is a treasure trove of advice for anyone looking to conquer the hardest parts of quitting alcohol. So, if you're ready to tackle your sobriety challenges head-on, give this episode a listen.
It's like having a chat with friends who truly get what you're going through.