Madeleine Shaw On Navigating Gray Area Drinking

In this episode, Talia interviews Madeleine Shaw, a social entrepreneur and writer, to discuss the nuances of gray area drinking and its impact. They explore Madeleine’s journey from entrepreneurship to writing, her personal struggle with gray area addiction, and how it redefined her life and relationships. Madeleine shares insights on societal pressures, the health risks associated with alcohol, the importance of self-regulation and how menopause played a role in her recovery. They discuss breaking the stigma around addiction and creating meaningful conversations about sobriety and mental health. Madeleine’s story is one of liberation, resilience, and the pursuit of authenticity. 01:23 Guest Introduction and Background 04:31 Understanding Gray Area Addiction 08:49 Health Impacts of Alcohol 14:14 Personal Journey and Sobriety 22:20 Support and Societal Perspectives 24:24 Personal Reflections on Sobriety 25:14 Understanding and Meeting Our Needs 26:24 The Importance of Setting Boundaries 27:12 Facing Shame and Seeking Help 27:55 Entrepreneurship and Sobriety 30:19 Impact of Sobriety on Relationships 31:34 The Science Behind Alcohol's Effects 38:17 Support Systems and Resources 40:34 Daily Victories and Personal Triumphs 48:03 Final Thoughts and Gratitude The Greater Good Book: https://madeleineshaw.ca/the-greater-good/  Madeleine’s Blog: https://medium.com/@madeleineshawgreatergood  The Luckiest Club: https://www.theluckiestclub.com/  Recovery Elevator: https://www.recoveryelevator.com/ Love Medals Website: ⁠https://www.lovemedals.com/⁠ Love Medals Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovemedals Tales of Triumph Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesoftriumphpodcast Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-lakes/bluebird License code: ZOSNVIA5JV1Y6ZWN