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I used to think I would no longer be fun if I didn't drink.I was the life a soul of any party (even when there wasn't a ...
27/02/2024

I used to think I would no longer be fun if I didn't drink.

I was the life a soul of any party (even when there wasn't a party)

I was the one who kicked off the festivities and held the fort until the very end.

My nephews used to ask if Aunty T was drinking tonight because she makes us laugh when she is drunk.

I was scared that I would no longer be fun, that I would no longer be me.

I didn't know who I was without alcohol.

It took some time for me to find myself again, to find out that I was still fun without drinking and discovered that I loved the sober version of myself even more.

When I shared with my husband that I had a problem with alcohol his response was 'But you don't drink in the morning'I t...
27/02/2024

When I shared with my husband that I had a problem with alcohol his response was

'But you don't drink in the morning'

I think this is a common misconception - you don't have to drink in the morning to have a problem.

One of the best things I ever read was in the book, The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober by Catherine Gray.

She said she didn't drink in the morning... until she did!

Luckily I managed to stop before I got to that!

In this episode I am joined by the amazing Josh https://buff.ly/3TbCMsv. I discovered Josh at the very beginning of my s...
25/02/2024

In this episode I am joined by the amazing Josh https://buff.ly/3TbCMsv. I discovered Josh at the very beginning of my sober journey and his 'Inner You' program was a massive help in those early days.

Josh shares on the podcast his own sober journey and how it was not sunshine and roses from day one. How getting sober was the start of his healing journey and how that has lead him to the work he does today.

The 'Inner You' program looks at the power of not only understanding the various parts of us, but the changes that can happen when we embrace them, make them feel safe and loving them.

I used to wonder this before I stopped drinking - what on earth do you do on a Friday night if you don't drink.I used to...
23/02/2024

I used to wonder this before I stopped drinking - what on earth do you do on a Friday night if you don't drink.

I used to think how boring it would be to not start the weekend with drinks. which is ironic really given that I used to drink every night pretty much.

The truth - it's not boring because you do what you normally do but without drinking. Although I would be lying if I said it was easy because it wasn't.

But waking up hangover free on a Saturday and not losing my day feeling awful in bed.

In this episode I invite my dear friend . Not only did he know about my sobriety pretty much from day one, he is also so...
23/02/2024

In this episode I invite my dear friend . Not only did he know about my sobriety pretty much from day one, he is also sober himself for over 5 years.

In this conversation Biz Paul shares why he decided being sober was for him and how he shared the news and the impact it had. We delve into the power of setting boundaries, using autonomy to make empowering decisions, and finding clarity and fulfilment in a life without alcohol.

In this episode, I am joined by my dear friend and coach, .Mary introduces the concepts of big T and little t trauma, ex...
23/02/2024

In this episode, I am joined by my dear friend and coach, .

Mary introduces the concepts of big T and little t trauma, explaining their differences and the profound impact they have on our lives. She eloquently explains how unprocessed trauma can manifest in the body, and can lead to addictive behaviours.

Mary guides us through recognising and managing things that activate us, unravelling the physical manifestations of trauma, and building awareness around these moments. We explore the crucial skill of tolerating discomfort without resorting to addictive tendencies.

This thought-provoking episode invites reflection on the interconnectedness of trauma, the body, and addiction, offering valuable insights into self-awareness and healing.

This explanation of addiction from Gabor Maté helped me to understand that I had a problem. His book The Realm of Hungry...
22/02/2024

This explanation of addiction from Gabor Maté helped me to understand that I had a problem.

His book The Realm of Hungry Ghosts was a massive part of my recovery.

In this heartfelt episode, I am joined by my husband Paul. We open up about the impact of my decision to stop drinking o...
22/02/2024

In this heartfelt episode, I am joined by my husband Paul.

We open up about the impact of my decision to stop drinking on our relationship. We delve into the dynamics of our shared drinking habits, discussing the challenges we faced and the changes we experienced when one partner decided to quit.

Stopping drinking does have some negatives especially when a big part of your relationship is drinking together to have fun!

In this episode, I reflect on the past year of sobriety, sharing the changes, some of which were unexpected changes afte...
22/02/2024

In this episode, I reflect on the past year of sobriety, sharing the changes, some of which were unexpected changes after a year of being sober

This journey wasn't a quick fix. It took about 10 months to regain a sense of normalcy and face the world without the crutch of alcohol. Embracing emotions without the numbing effect of alcohol was a challenging yet transformative experience.

In this episode I delve into the intricacies of what led me to quit drinking. The elusive "magic pill" everyone seeks wh...
21/02/2024

In this episode I delve into the intricacies of what led me to quit drinking. The elusive "magic pill" everyone seeks when asking, "How did you stop?" is far from simple, especially when grappling with addiction.

I attempt to share some insights into the factors that contributed to my decision to stop drinking. It's a journey that goes beyond mere willpower and confronts the challenges of addiction.

In this episode, about the firsts, I dive into the challenges and triumphs I faced as I encountered various "firsts" on ...
21/02/2024

In this episode, about the firsts, I dive into the challenges and triumphs I faced as I encountered various "firsts" on my path to recovery.

Those occasions that used to be reasons for me to drink. Whether it was a birthday, a dinner party, or a weekend getaway, the idea of facing these events without alcohol seemed daunting.

I share what got me through and how I managed to stay sober!

20/02/2024

Choosing the hard thing that is the right thing - is very rarely easy.

It sucks

There is nothing sexy about healing - it is not instagram-able

The real version is wanting so badly to do my addiction and choosing to do something else no matter how hard!

What Mary shares in the podcast is gold!

In this episode I'm opening up about the brutal early days of my sobriety. It wasn’t the instant euphoria you might expe...
20/02/2024

In this episode I'm opening up about the brutal early days of my sobriety. It wasn’t the instant euphoria you might expect and was hoping for.

The first weeks were rough – exhaustion, body aches, and an overwhelming desire to nap. And I couldn’t manage day to day normal life.

Getting sober wasn't a magical transformation; for me it was a gritty, relentless battle against ingrained habits.

In this episode I go into the not fun side of my relationship with alcohol, sharing the moments that made me confront th...
20/02/2024

In this episode I go into the not fun side of my relationship with alcohol, sharing the moments that made me confront the need for a major life change.

I never hit a rock bottom in the dramatic sense, no earth-shattering moment. It was more like a thousand paper cuts, small and seemingly insignificant, adding up over time. It's not the stereotypical alcoholic story, but it's real, and it's my story.

This was a question I asked myself over and over.Did I really have a problem? Surely I wasn't that bad?I don't drink in ...
19/02/2024

This was a question I asked myself over and over.

Did I really have a problem?
Surely I wasn't that bad?
I don't drink in the morning!
I can have an occasional night off so I can't be that bad!
I won't drink just anything.
I run my own business so surely, I can't be that bad

These were the thoughts that used to cross my mind all the time.

I think the clue was in the fact that I was constantly having these thoughts.

Having a problem with alcohol isn't always down to the amount you drink but more your relationship with it.

So, if you are thinking these thoughts then maybe that's your sign.

In this episode I share with you why I needed to stop - I have chosen my words very carefully. I haven't said why I want...
19/02/2024

In this episode I share with you why I needed to stop - I have chosen my words very carefully. I haven't said why I wanted to. It really was very much I needed to stop. That I could not carry on the way I was going.

In this episode I also share
- The effects it was having on my life
- The constant presence of shame
- How drinking showed up in my relationship
- How much I drank

Welcome to the losing part of me podcast. This podcast is my story of addiction, embracing recovery, and the transformat...
19/02/2024

Welcome to the losing part of me podcast.

This podcast is my story of addiction, embracing recovery, and the transformation that happened

Centered around my complex relationship with alcohol and its ripple effects on my life and business.

In this episode I share with you why I decided to create a podcast and talk publicly about this and also share what is coming up in this podcast.

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How do you celebrate without alcohol? This was a question I asked my good friend @bizpaul when I interviewed him for the podcast. Give me your best sober ways to celebrate... #sober #soberaf #soberissexy #boozefree #alcoholfree #teetotal #sobriety #hangoverfree #af #sobercurious #thinkingaboutnotdrinking #soberthoughts #soberfun #partysober #staysober #sobercommunity #afdrinks #alcoholfreedrinks #ditchthebooze #quitdrinking #soberliving #recovery #sobermom

Have you heard of internal family systems? @josh_ffw and I discuss the beauty of not only understanding the various parts of us, but the changes that can happen when we embrace them, make them feel safe and loving them. #sober #soberaf #soberissexy #boozefree #alcoholfree #teetotal #sobriety #hangoverfree #af #sobercurious #thinkingaboutnotdrinking #soberthoughts #soberfun #partysober #staysober #sobercommunity #afdrinks #alcoholfreedrinks #ditchthebooze #quitdrinking #soberliving #recovery #sobermom

In this podcast episode @bizPaul and I share the fact that we couldn't stop when we started. Both of us would be life and soul of the party and when drink was involved, we would be the last ones standing! #sober #soberaf #soberissexy #boozefree #alcoholfree #teetotal #sobriety #hangoverfree #af #sobercurious #thinkingaboutnotdrinking #soberthoughts #soberfun #partysober #staysober #sobercommunity #afdrinks #alcoholfreedrinks #ditchthebooze #quitdrinking #soberliving #recovery #sobermom

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The True Path to Healing_ Choosing the Hard Thing.mp4

Choosing the hard thing that is the right thing - is very rarely easy. It sucks There is nothing sexy about healing - it is not instagram-able The real version is wanting so badly to do my addiction and choosing to do something else no matter how hard! What Mary shares in the podcast is gold! #sober #soberaf #soberissexy #boozefree #alcoholfree #teetotal #sobriety #hangoverfree #af #sobercurious #thinkingaboutnotdrinking #soberthoughts #soberfun #partysober #staysober #sobercommunity #afdrinks #alcoholfreedrinks #ditchthebooze #quitdrinking #soberliving #recovery #sobermom

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