Nelson H.
Nelson H.
The occasional agony of sober free time
The occasional agony of sober free time
The occasional agony of sober free time
Thursday 19th January 2023
Nelson H. discusses handling free time in sobriety, exploring the need for excitement and the beauty of stillness on LOL Sober.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Get the buttons here!The Thrill of Stillness: Nelson H. on Managing Free Time in Sobriety
Most of us addicts, me included. We have a void inside of us. We got to fill it up with good stuff, or else it's going to fill up with something else and it ain't good.
Ever found yourself with too much free time and not knowing what to do with it? Nelson H. gets it. In this episode of 'LOL Sober', he opens up about the unique challenges of handling idle moments when you're living a sober life. As a writer with a fluctuating schedule, Nelson knows firsthand how the quiet periods can feel like a double-edged sword.
Sure, there's time to hit the gym, enjoy lunch with his daughter, and catch up on TV shows. But there's also that nagging feeling of sluggishness and lack of direction that creeps in. Nelson dives into his own experiences, sharing how the absence of the chaos that once filled his days with addiction has left a void that’s tough to fill. He talks about the addict's craving for excitement and adrenaline, and how these feelings can resurface during slow periods.
Ever heard the quote from the movie Heat, 'Don't let yourself get attached to anything you are not willing to walk out on in 30 seconds flat if you feel the heat around the corner'? Nelson reflects on this and how it resonates with his need for thrills even in sobriety. But it's not all doom and gloom. Nelson also explores the beauty of having nothing to do for hours and finding spirituality in these moments of stillness.
He shares his journey of learning to embrace these quiet times and filling the void with positive activities and thoughts. Whether you're struggling with boredom or just looking for ways to find peace in your sober life, this episode offers a relatable and heartfelt perspective. Tune in for a mix of humor, honesty, and practical advice as Nelson navigates the complexities of sober free time.