Alcohol Tipping Point
Alcohol Tipping Point
The Hidden Struggle with Alcohol After Weight Loss Surgery: How Ruby Williams Found Freedom from Food and Booze
The Hidden Struggle with Alcohol After Weight Loss Surgery: How Ruby Williams Found Freedom from Food and Booze
The Hidden Struggle with Alcohol After Weight Loss Surgery: How Ruby Williams Found Freedom from Food and Booze
Wednesday 16th October 2024
Ruby Williams shares her journey from food addiction to alcohol use disorder post-weight loss surgery, offering hope and practical tips for recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Weight loss surgery can lead to a transfer of addiction from food to alcohol.
- Self-compassion is crucial in the journey to sobriety.
- Evidence-based strategies can effectively support recovery.
- Supportive communities play a significant role in maintaining sobriety.
- Personal transformation requires both internal reflection and external support.
My alcohol use increased so rapidly after weight loss surgery for so many reasons. It's physical, mental, and physiological.
In this episode of Alcohol Tipping Point, Ruby Williams shares her compelling journey from struggling with food addiction to overcoming alcohol use disorder after weight loss surgery. Living in the heart of Northern California wine country, Ruby's story is one of transformation and resilience. She opens up about how her initial food addiction post-surgery shifted to an unhealthy relationship with alcohol, exacerbated by the pressures of a corporate job and single motherhood.
Ruby's candid recounting of her battles and triumphs offers a relatable and inspiring narrative for anyone facing similar struggles. Ruby, now a certified Alcohol Freedom Coach and owner of Freedom Renegade Coaching, delves into her methods for helping women break free from alcohol addiction, especially those who have undergone weight loss surgery. She highlights the importance of self-compassion and evidence-based strategies in her coaching approach.
Ruby also discusses the pivotal moments that led to her sobriety, including the tragic loss of her aunt and the supportive community she found through programs like Holly Whitaker's Hip Sobriety School. This episode is packed with practical advice and heartfelt anecdotes, making it a must-listen for anyone dealing with addiction or supporting someone who is. Ruby's story serves as a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, no matter how daunting the journey may seem.
So, if you're looking for inspiration and actionable tips on living an alcohol-free life, this episode is for you.