Lee Davy
Lee Davy
Trying to Quit Drinking? The Government Just Helped You (Without Meaning To)
Trying to Quit Drinking? The Government Just Helped You (Without Meaning To)
Trying to Quit Drinking? The Government Just Helped You (Without Meaning To)
Friday 4th April 2025
Lee Davy discusses how a new UK law ending takeaway alcohol sales can aid your sobriety journey by widening the gap between craving and consumption.
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Episode Overview
- The UK government has ended pandemic-era laws allowing takeaway alcohol sales.
- This change can help those trying to quit drinking by making alcohol less accessible.
- Lee Davy shares practical tips from the Strive Method to resist cravings.
- Building a trigger toolkit with non-negotiable steps can help you manage urges.
- Understanding that cravings are mostly mental can empower you to overcome them.
Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response.
Imagine craving a pint but not being able to get one. That's now a reality in the UK, thanks to a quiet legislative change that could be a game-changer for those trying to quit drinking. In this episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast, Lee Davy dives into the recent government decision to end pandemic-era laws allowing pubs to sell takeaway alcohol.
While it may seem like a minor tweak, Lee explains how this can be a huge advantage for those battling the 'Liquid Lie'. By making alcohol less accessible, the gap between craving and consumption widens, giving you a better chance to choose sobriety over a drink. Lee also shares practical tips from the Strive Method to help you surf the urge and resist cravings. His advice?
Build a trigger toolkit with non-negotiable steps to follow before you even think about drinking. From going for a run to meditating, these actions can help you ride out the craving and come out stronger on the other side. Lee's candid reflections and actionable advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to break free from alcohol. So, are you ready to take advantage of this unexpected gift and widen your gap between stimulus and response?