Show Notes
There’s a phase in sobriety we don't talk about enough. The chaos has gone… but nothing feels particularly better either. Just flat. In this episode, we unpack why that happens, and why it doesn’t mean you’ve made the wrong decision. We explore the gap between expectation and reality, the loss of the “reward” alcohol once gave, and why what feels like underwhelm is often your system finally regulating.
You’ll hear why this stage matters more than most, where people tend to drift, and how to start using the space sobriety creates instead of questioning it.
If you’ve ever thought “Is this it?” — this episode will help you understand what’s really going on, and what to do next.
If this episode has left you thinking about your own relationship with alcohol, I'd love you to join me at Beyond the Booze Live, my free monthly 90-minute Zoom workshop.
You'll understand why you can promise yourself you won't drink in the morning, only to find yourself reaching for a glass that evening.
You'll begin to see what's happening before that first drink, why alcohol has become your go-to for feeling better, and how to start making different choices without relying on willpower alone.
Beyond the Booze Live: Come and understand your drinking better.
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Find out how to work with me If you're ready to make changes- I offer two ways to work together:
The Homecoming Group Programme™ – six months of support to help you break the cycle of drinking, regain control and make choices around alcohol that feel right for you, alongside a community of women working towards the same thing.
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