Sober Powered: The Neuroscience of Being Sober
Gillian Tietz, MS, CPRCBeing sober isn't a punishment. Sober life is not a last resort for weak-willed losers who aren't strong enough to figure it out. You can be sober without feeling deprived or left out. Millions of people wake up with another hangover and Google, "how do I know if I'm an alcoholic?". We get stuck on the label and the stigma, when instead we should be asking ourselves, "is alcohol making me miserabl... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 315 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessMental HealthScience | |||
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I’ve been wanting to make this episode for years, but I felt like it would be offensive if I talked about how I struggled with feeling like I wasted years of my life drinking because I quit at 29 and I know most people quit way later. I finally decid... more
Emotional reactivity is one of the biggest roadblocks to staying sober. For many of us, our brain’s alarm system has been rewired by years of drinking to overreact to even the smallest stressors, making ordinary problems feel like catastrophes. In th... more
Guilt says “I did something wrong.” Shame says “I am wrong.” It feels like proof that you’re a weak-willed loser with no self-control when you keep drinking even though you said you wouldn’t or you drink more than you intended. That’s shame talking. ... more
Have you ever thought back to the early days of your drinking and remembered how just one or two drinks gave you exactly what you wanted? That light, carefree buzz—the feeling that you were relaxed, loosened up, and maybe even a little funnier. Fast ... more
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I have been sober for 3 years but I still have so many questions. I want to know everything about what happened to me and how non alcoholics experience alcohol. This podcast is wonderful to answer so many questions! My sobriety is even stronger and some of the things Gill says are so meaningful to me and I can relate 100%
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I have learned so much from Gill. This is definitely one of the best podcasts that deals with alcoholism and the science behind it.
Her professional, chemistry/science background takes this to another level of sophistication and fascination.
I’ve turned many fellow A.A. Members onto this podcast.
Thanks Gill for all you do🙏🏼👏🏼👍🏼✌🏼🤘🏼🙌🏼
Apple Podcasts5HipshackUnited States3 months ago - Thanks
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Apple Podcasts5mdtdoUnited States3 months ago - My new favor sober podcast
I’ve listened to a lot of sober podcasts, and this has become my new favorite. Practical information and a very relatable story. Thank you for your effort in putting this out there and all the content!
Apple Podcasts5Max4fitness77United States4 months ago - So helpful
I cannot thank you enough for this podcast. I am only on day 20 of my alcohol free life after a solid 10 years (at least) of daily drinking 10 units or more per day. My journey began with awful anxiety and depression that was more like terror and dread. I began to understand that alcohol was making it worse. I found this podcast and have been binge listening since my first few days. It has been so helpful in understanding what is going on during my transition to sobriety. Again - thank you.
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Focusing on the psychological and neuroscientific aspects of sobriety, this podcast seeks to reshape perspectives on alcohol use and recovery. It features discussions that integrate scientific research with personal anecdotes, particularly highlighting how alcohol affects the brain, the emotional ramifications of drinking, and the complex journey of sobriety. As listeners navigate topics like alcohol use disorder, emotional regulation, and the psychology of cravings, the host emphasizes the importance of understanding one's relationship with alcohol without shame or guilt. What makes this podcast particularly noteworthy is its commitment to demystifying the recovery process, equipping listeners with cognitive strategies derived from both pe... more
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