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Why 'Just Giving Up' Isn't Always Enough
Why 'Just Giving Up' Isn't Always Enough
Why 'Just Giving Up' Isn't Always Enough
Sunday 24th September 2023
Vic and Hamish debunk the myth that quitting alcohol is a cure-all, sharing their own journeys and the deeper work needed for lasting sobriety.
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Episode Overview
- Giving up alcohol is just the beginning, not the end of the journey to sobriety.
- Expectations of sobriety may not match reality, leading to disappointment and potential relapse.
- Exploring the underlying reasons for overdrinking is crucial for long-lasting change.
- Therapy plays a significant role in addressing past traumas and insecurities related to alcohol use.
- Self-improvement and healing require a deep dive into personal growth and understanding.
Doing the work means you have to work on yourself, your whys, your past, your needs and failures, and you have to dig that hole and jump in feet first and then claw yourself back into the light. This process is going to be really emotional for most people, painful and perhaps a little itchy Hamish. It will take time and it won't come just by stopping alcohol.
Think quitting alcohol will magically solve all your problems? Vic and Hamish from 'Sober Awkward' are here to set the record straight. In this episode, they tackle the common misconception that simply giving up booze is enough to fix everything. Spoiler alert: it’s not. Expecting sobriety to be a cure-all can leave you feeling let down and might even tempt you back to old habits. But don’t worry, Vic and Hamish have got your back.
They dig into their own stories, sharing the real reasons they started drinking and the deeper work they had to do to stay sober. From therapy sessions to self-discovery, they emphasize that true sobriety involves more than just putting down the bottle. It’s about addressing those underlying issues that drove you to drink in the first place.
And if you think this sounds too serious, don’t fret—there’s plenty of humor too, including a hilarious game of 'cock or ball' introduced by Hamish. Tune in for a mix of heartfelt advice and laughs as Vic and Hamish guide you through the complexities of staying sober.