Living True: How Personal Values Shape Sobriety
Episode Overview
Understanding how personal values influence decision-making and actions Exploring the impact of aligning actions with core values Illustrating the profound effect of values on happiness and fulfillment through personal experiences and anecdotes Encouraging listeners to build a purpose-driven life and sustain sobriety by living in harmony with their values
I made some changes at that stage because I didn't know what my values were. I just left. I just ran away. I did geographicals. I moved up to far North Queensland, lasted like four months up there, drank myself out of every pub and hotel there and had to move home. And then I got home and I slowed down and I stopped partying so much. And I started focusing on like just going to the beach and bodyboarding and cooking good food, playing music again, hanging out, started getting happy again.
Ever wondered how your deepest values can guide you to a sober life? In this episode of Brain Over Booze Podcast, host Jordan Vonk dives into the powerful connection between personal values and successful alcohol recovery. Jordan, a certified health coach and sober since 2009, brings a mix of personal stories and relatable examples, even drawing on insights from celebrities like Matt Damon, to illustrate how aligning with your core values can lead to a happier, alcohol-free life.
He breaks down how values formed early in life influence our decisions and actions. By understanding and honoring these values, you can create a life filled with purpose and positive emotions. Jordan encourages listeners to identify their own values and craft a plan that aligns with them, emphasizing that this alignment is key to sustaining sobriety. Whether you're on your own journey to recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical strategies and heartfelt encouragement.
Tune in for an engaging discussion that could change the way you view your path to sobriety.