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Christina
Giving up alcohol? Many of us have tried. And, tried again. What works? What doesn't? Let's talk about it! Join me for inspiration, help with staying committed, and embracing this alcohol free journey together as one sober amateur to another. Reach out to me at Christina@SodaWaterPodcast.com
Life is overwhelming. Giving up alcohol is especially overwhelming. When you mix Life with trying to remain alcohol free, it can be difficult, especially at first. Let's talk about setting ourselves up for success, and ways to avoid and manage overwhelm... so we don't hit the easy button and reach for alcohol.
Huge shout out to my college-bound son for his input on this episode!
What do you tell yourself? Did you know that what you tell yourself, you become? Let's dive into positive vs negative self talk, and how it affects us when we give up alcohol.
Trust the process. What is the process and why are we trusting it when we give up alcohol?
Moderation vs giving up alcohol completely. Moderation is not for everyone, in fact it's really difficult for most of us. Let's talk about why it might not be the best solution for you.
Let's talk about being able to make changes, kind of like when you don't like the way the paint turned out. You can paint over it.
Nothing is permanent. If you don’t like it, change it up. If you aren’t happy with something, change it. If it’s not working for you, try something else. It’s all about Change, and we GET to make changes along our journey.
Let's talk about sugar cravings, controlling them. Also, nutrients and your gut health. How does alcohol affect your digestive system?
Vacation time! How will I manage this?
Last week, I couldn't get an episode out because I was in Florida on VACATION with my family and without alcohol. I'll dish out some tips for avoiding alcohol while on vacation, YES it can be done.
So, the sound on this episode is not the greatest, heads up.
Ironically, we are on vacation again this week, Iowa bound! Why? Iowa State Univ is going to be my son's home for the next 4 years.
I interview my youngest son about my giving up alcohol (sounds a little scripted because we noted his answers, he was nervous, and well it was a first for both of us)
Gratitude after giving up alcohol? Yes! SO much gratitude, it is overflowing. Let's talk about how to practice gratitude and embrace it as a way to build a better version of yourself and not give into alcohol. Also, spread it around like glitter.
Links:
Headspace - https://www.headspace.com/about-us
https://rightpathaddictioncenters.com/why-is-gratitude-an-important-practice-in-recovery/
Pulling my hair out this week, why? Find out in this episode. We are going to talk about setting boundaries, toxic people, and how giving up alcohol can magnify the good and not-so-good in our lives.
Goals! We all need a goal. Let's talk about how to be smart about setting our goals by using the S.M.A.R.T. goal approach. It is empowering, you are in control of your goals.
Mocktails and NA Beers. Helpers, to the rescue. Feel included, it is something in your hand. When we quit alcohol, there is SO much more going on. What was/is our relationship with alcohol, anyway?
Recommendations:
Mingle Mocktails
Athletic Brewing
Sober Bar - WI
https://inmoxicated.com/
We put in so much effort, for what? To be perfect? No! Let's celebrate our countless ways of making progress on this tough journey. Practice Gratitude, Positivity, Honesty, and Mindfulness.
Identity. It can change when we give up alcohol. Let's talk about how we make that happen, while we better ourselves.
Failure, Guilt, Shame, Regret. These are NOT dirty words. Nobody enjoys these feelings. Let's talk about slip ups and these awful feelings. Staying alcohol free is tough. Let's use those bad feelings for leverage and motivation.
Site referenced:
https://www.merriam-webster.com/
Get ready for Better! Change can be tough but so worth it! Your body and mind will change when you give up alcohol. Let's dive into the first 3 months and what to expect.
Links/Sources:
Lived – https://lived.app/
https://www.detoxplusuk.com/
www.drinksurely.com/
https://northjerseyrecovery.com/
https://www.theblakehouse.net/
Let's talk about Anxiety! Nobody likes it, most of us are affected by it when we give up alcohol. Sober life isn't always easy, anxiety can sometimes make it seem impossible. How do we cope? What can we do to manage it? Listen now for suggestions.
Reach me directly at Christina@SodaWaterPodcast.com
Mentioned in this episode:
Calm – www.calm.com
Skimble – www.skimble.com
In the Rooms – www.intherooms.com
Betterhelp – www.betterhelp.com
Let's talk about Change and Accountability. Both are scary but required for you to achieve your goal to give up alcohol (long term or short term, GOOD for you!). In this episode, let's dive into our lifestyle and habits, how they changed during the Pandemic, difficulty going back to "normal", and the realization we needed a change. Yep, Change. How do we make this less intimidating? Accountability! You have your goal, now hold yourself to it. I will provide you with some great suggestions for helpful resources, all at your fingertips, to help you stick to your goal of giving up alcohol.
Apps noted in this episode:
Day One https://dayoneapp.com/
I am Sober https://iamsober.com/
Thought Diary https://cbtthoughtdiary.com/
In the Rooms https://www.intherooms.com/home/
Welcome to SodaWater! Let's discuss ditching alcohol and support eachother!
On this episode, let's chat about WHY we are giving up alcohol, and what if we fail....