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EPISODE · Mar 3, 2026 · 23 MIN

Why Do I Always Go Back To Drinking Again? / EP 112

from Sober & Lit Podcast · host Susan Larkin & Ruby Williams

Let’s name it. You stopped drinking. You felt amazing. Then somehow… you started again.Why?Today we’re pulling back the curtain on the stop-start cycle — and it’s not about weakness.Here’s what we unpack:-- Why your brain romanticizes “just one”-- The neural pathway + fading effect bias trap-- The “drinking train” effect (why it gets harder each time)-- How stress hijacks your nervous system-- Body-based tools to interrupt the craving loop-- How to stay stopped — without white-knuckling itIf you’ve ever asked yourself:Why do I keep starting over?Why does alcohol still pull me?How do I make this stick for good?This episode is your reset.  Short. Real. Science-backed. Compassion-filled.Press play — and let’s break the cycle. If you loved these tips and want more, Susan shares free tools and resources in her newsletter community each week!I f you want to dig deeper into Fading Affect Bias (FAB), listen to Episode 17 for more on the “not-so-fabulous” FAB!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.

Let’s name it. You stopped drinking. You felt amazing. Then somehow… you started again. Why? Today we’re pulling back the curtain on the stop-start cycle — and it’s not about weakness. Here’s what we unpack: -- Why your brain romanticizes “just one” -- The neural pathway + fading effect bias trap -- The “drinking train” effect (why it gets harder each time) -- How stress hijacks your nervous system -- Body-based tools to interrupt the craving loop -- How to stay stopped — without ...

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