Episode 20 - Why Do I Drink?

Do you need immediate help?Suicide Hotline - 988Substance Abuse and Mental Health hotline - 1-800-662-4357Want to reach out?Find us on:Instagram (@chapter3stigma)YouTube (@Chapter3Stigma)Chapter 3 Stigma Website & BlogIn this episode of the Chapter Three Stigma Podcast, Kyle explores the reasons why alcoholics drink as discussed in chapter Two of the Big Book, titled 'There Is a Solution.' Kyle shares personal experiences and thought patterns, emphasizing the confusion and irrationality that often accompany the urge to drink. The discussion covers the frustrating inability to learn from past mistakes, the apparent disconnection between willpower in other life areas versus controlling alcohol consumption, and the physical and mental sensations that drive continued drinking. The episode dives into the apparent hopelessness and struggles of alcoholics, highlighting that understanding the 'why' is complicated, confusing and oftentimes not rational.00:00 Introduction and Overview00:12 Understanding the Why Behind Alcoholism02:59 Personal Struggles and Thought Patterns06:06 The Cycle of Alcoholism09:38 Excuses and Realizations12:59 The Turning Point and Acceptance19:00 Conclusion and Reflections