Overcoming Drinking Habits
Luc shares his journey from being the "life of the party" to realizing the need for change in his drinking habits. Growing up surrounded by alcohol, he struggled with moderation and societal expectations. His decision to stop drinking led to a transformative process of self-discovery and authenticity.In this clip
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The Running Explained Podcast
s4/e15 Quitting Alcohol & Finding Running with Luc Zoratto @marathon2sobriety
Related Questions
Could my drinking be a way to soothe my nervousness around people, as discussed in the episode Anne Lamott on Taming Your Inner Critic, Finding Grace, and Prayer and the clip Embracing Vulnerability? I notice my fidgeting and a desire for spikes in energy, possibly tied to my interests in coffee and action-packed shows. I fear that changing my behavior might make me more focused, and since I struggle to stay focused in front of people, I worry I'll be left alone with only my achievements, which might reflect a self-limiting belief.
I struggle with addiction; I start drinking or using drugs, and it gets bad quickly, with 3-day hangovers and week-long withdrawals. I get sober, but a week or two later, I relapse. Sometimes it's worse than others, depending on how fast I decide I need to stop. I’m severely depressed and tired of living like this. I get no joy or tranquility, which makes me give in to drinking and drugs again. I desperately want to be sober and find peace. Is there anything specific I can focus on, such as vitamins, gut health, or other lifestyle changes, to break this vicious cycle?
What was the greater context of Andrew Huberman's discussion about a person who uses alcohol and has a beer after work every day, suggesting they could stop for 30 days but would rather not?