Angela Pugh
Angela Pugh
Think You Can Drink After a Period of Sobriety? Here’s Why Your Brain Says No
Think You Can Drink After a Period of Sobriety? Here’s Why Your Brain Says No
Think You Can Drink After a Period of Sobriety? Here’s Why Your Brain Says No
Wednesday 18th September 2024
Angela Pugh explains why drinking after sobriety isn't an option, sharing personal stories and expert insights on the brain's relationship with alcohol.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding your brain's relationship with alcohol is crucial.
- Non-alcoholic individuals don't obsess over drinking.
- Physiological changes in the brain occur regardless of drinking quantity.
- Relapse can undo all your hard work in maintaining sobriety.
- Awareness of your thoughts about alcohol is key to staying sober.
Non-alcoholic people never think about alcohol. They don't wonder if they have a problem or if they drink too much because they don't drink enough to wonder if they drink too much
Angela Pugh, the seasoned life coach and host of Addiction Unlimited, dives deep into why even after a period of sobriety, drinking again is a no-go. With her candid and no-nonsense approach, Angela shares personal stories and professional insights, shedding light on how our brains are permanently altered by alcohol. She recounts her own journey of quitting and relapsing, emphasising the relentless mental preoccupation with alcohol that sets those with addiction apart from 'normal' drinkers.
Through humour and raw honesty, Angela explains that the constant awareness and planning around alcohol are clear indicators of an unhealthy relationship with it. She highlights that non-alcoholic individuals simply don't think about alcohol in the same obsessive way. Angela also touches on the physiological changes in the brain caused by alcohol, regardless of the quantity consumed. Her engaging storytelling and relatable anecdotes make this episode a must-listen for anyone questioning their ability to drink again after sobriety.
Angela's key message is clear: understanding your brain's relationship with alcohol is crucial to maintaining sobriety. So, if you're pondering whether you can drink again after some time off, this episode will give you the clarity you need.