Zach Mathers
Zach Mathers
The journey with Gill from Sober Powered.
The journey with Gill from Sober Powered.
The journey with Gill from Sober Powered.
Monday 12th April 2021
Gill from Sober Powered discusses the science of addiction and her sobriety journey with Zach Mathers on Braving the Journey.
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Get the buttons here!Gill from Sober Powered: Breaking the Cycle of Addiction
Alcohol kind of can do the same thing with our brains. Where a problem drinker, you put the alcohol and the chemistry in the brain all of a sudden it makes these quick neural pathways back and forth, because this is the path that you got to take, and this works and this is how it's going to go.
Ever wondered how a biochemist views addiction? In this episode of 'Braving the Journey', host Zach Mathers chats with Gillian from the Sober Powered Podcast. Gillian, who’s been sober for 16 months, brings her unique perspective as a biochemist to the table. She dives into the science behind how alcohol impacts our brains and fuels addiction. Gillian’s journey to sobriety is nothing short of inspiring.
She talks about how understanding our triggers and emotions can help us break free from the cycle of addiction. With her background in biochemistry, she explains how alcohol creates quick neural pathways in the brains of problem drinkers, making it tough to quit. But it’s not all science – Gillian also shares her personal experiences and the different approaches to staying sober.
Whether it's changing beliefs about alcohol or finding joy in life without it, she emphasizes that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. The conversation is engaging and filled with practical advice for anyone on their sobriety journey. If you're curious about the science of addiction or looking for inspiration to stay sober, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and remember, you're not alone on this journey.