"Going Dry"
from The Freedom From Anger Podcast Hosted by James Clemmons
In this episode of the 'Freedom from Anger' podcast, James catches up with listeners after a stint of self-care and dealing with illness. He interviews Sean Robinson, a construction worker, firefighter, and author from Kingston, Canada. Sean shares his journey of overcoming habitual drinking, which he documents in his book - 'Going Dry: My Path to Overcoming Habitual Drinking'. Sean discusses his early exposure to alcohol, the effects of the pandemic on his habits, and his path to sobriety which began with a 'dry January'. In his book, Sean conveys his experiences and provides readers with tools for self-improvement. He also discusses the stigma of seeking help, particularly in masculine professions, and emphasizes the use of resources like therapy, self-help books, and podcasts. They both agree about the importance of vulnerable conversations and mutual growth. https://a.co/d/fIH8pJS 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 01:18 Introducing the Guest: Sean Robinson 01:56 Sean's Journey: From Construction Worker to Author 02:21 The Impact of Alcohol and the Decision to Change 04:05 The Power of Journaling and Vulnerability 05:26 The Process of Change and Overcoming Habitual Drinking 07:05 The Struggle with Seeking Professional Help 15:55 The Decision to Write and Publish a Book 20:09 The Importance of Seeking Help and Continuous Learning 26:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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