Dana Michael Krull
Dana Michael Krull
S2, Ep13: "Untoxicated" w/Deb Masner **RN for 20 yrs, Sober 2 Yrs & Host of Alcohol Tipping Point**
S2, Ep13: "Untoxicated" w/Deb Masner **RN for 20 yrs, Sober 2 Yrs & Host of Alcohol Tipping Point**
S2, Ep13: "Untoxicated" w/Deb Masner **RN for 20 yrs, Sober 2 Yrs & Host of Alcohol Tipping Point**
Wednesday 24th August 2022
Deb Masner discusses gray area drinking, sobriety benefits, and breaking free from alcohol's grip in this episode of 'I Kissed Alcohol Goodbye'.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Free: Deb Masner's Journey from Gray Area Drinking to Sobriety
I just want to make it cool to be an alcohol-free badass. It's about doing something for your health.
Ever wondered what it takes to break free from the clutches of alcohol, especially when you're not hitting rock bottom but still drinking more than you should? In this episode of 'I Kissed Alcohol Goodbye', host Dana Michael Krull chats with Deb Masner, a registered nurse from Idaho who knows this struggle all too well. Deb started drinking in junior high and continued through college and into her adult life, always telling herself she could quit whenever she wanted.
By the end of 2019, she was exhausted from trying to moderate her drinking and decided enough was enough. She marked January 1, 2020, as her sober date, and she hasn't looked back since. Deb shares her experience with what she calls 'gray area drinking'—a term for those who don't need inpatient care but still drink too much.
She dives into the pros and cons of labels for people with alcohol use disorder and discusses the myriad effects alcohol has on our bodies and minds. One key takeaway is the concept of becoming 'untoxicated'—taking a break from alcohol for 10-30 days to see its benefits firsthand. Deb also talks about her 'Alcohol Tipping Point' program and the idea of an 'Alcoholiday'. Throughout the episode, Deb emphasizes the importance of connection.
She explains how finding a community of sober individuals helped her navigate her journey. She also tackles the stigma around seeking help for addiction and how it can be a barrier to getting the support needed. Mental health management in sobriety, better sleep, and liver health are other crucial topics she touches upon. By the end of the episode, you'll feel inspired by Deb's story and motivated to re-evaluate your own relationship with alcohol.
Whether you're in early sobriety or just curious about cutting back, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice.