James Swanwick
James Swanwick
The Journey to Self: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing - Victoria English
The Journey to Self: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing - Victoria English
The Journey to Self: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing - Victoria English
Wednesday 11th December 2024
Victoria English discusses the emotional toll of people-pleasing and how it can lead to alcohol dependency. Learn how to reclaim your voice and well-being.
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Episode Overview
- Recognise signs of people-pleasing behaviours.
- Understand the link between over-giving and alcohol misuse.
- Prioritise self-care to break free from unhealthy patterns.
- Reflect on personal experiences to gain insight.
- Take actionable steps towards an alcohol-free lifestyle.
The only life you can save is your own.
Victoria English, head coach at Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, brings a heartfelt and insightful episode focusing on breaking free from the cycle of people-pleasing and alcohol dependency. Inspired by Mary Oliver’s poem 'The Journey', Victoria delves into the emotional toll of constantly prioritising others over oneself. She shares personal reflections and experiences that many will find relatable, especially those who feel trapped in the cycle of over-giving and using alcohol as a coping mechanism.
In this episode, Victoria highlights how people-pleasing behaviours can lead to emotional exhaustion and reliance on alcohol. She discusses the signs that indicate you might be putting others' needs above your own, such as difficulty saying no, over-apologising, and feeling unappreciated. These patterns, she explains, often stem from childhood experiences and can be deeply ingrained. Victoria’s candid sharing of her own journey offers hope and practical advice for listeners.
She emphasises the importance of recognising these patterns and making conscious changes to prioritise self-care. By addressing these behaviours, you can start to break free from the cycle of alcohol misuse and live a more authentic life. This episode is a call to action for anyone struggling with people-pleasing and alcohol dependency. Victoria encourages you to take the first step towards reclaiming your voice and well-being.
Tune in to gain valuable insights and start your journey towards a healthier, alcohol-free lifestyle.