Mental Battles of Moderation: Your Path to Alcohol Freedom / EP. 37 (Part 2)

Welcome to the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast, where your hosts, Ruby Williams and Susan Larkin, guide you through the transformative journey of breaking free from alcohol and embracing a vibrant, healthier life. This is part two on moderation, a loaded topic!Have you ever wondered why moderation feels like an endless struggle, even when you’re disciplined in other areas of your life? In today’s episode, Susan opens up about her personal battle with the concept of moderation after being alcohol-free for 8 months. She shares the raw and real challenges she faced, the negative spiral of returning to drinking, and the mental tug-of-war that comes with trying to control alcohol consumption.What are the hidden emotional and mental burdens of moderation? Ruby and Susan delve deep into this question, exploring the importance of self-acceptance and the profound difficulties in shifting subconscious beliefs about alcohol as a coping mechanism.Join us as we uncover the true impact of alcohol on our lives and discuss the invaluable support available within the alcohol freedom movement. Are you ready to challenge the myths of moderation and discover a path to lasting freedom? Stay tuned for powerful insights and personal experiences that will inspire and empower you.Don’t forget to join our thriving alcohol-free community on Facebook, where you can connect with others on this incredible journey. Let’s dive in!Time stamp00:00 The podcast hosts discuss the moderation myth.06:13 Stressful juggling of job and music studio.10:14 Struggled to control drinking due to impulses.11:16 Navigating present and past, alcohol as coping.15:24 Alcohol use coping mechanism, spectrum disorder.18:09 Subconscious urges to drink, habit loop explained.21:30 Three drops under the tongue, immediate mental effects.24:52 Discover real coping mechanisms for lasting peace.We Love Hearing From YouDon't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit! Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community! Connect with the Podcast Hosts:Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusanFollow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoachingIt is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.