Embracing Sobriety
Abby shares her journey of sobriety and how it has transformed her ability to engage fully with life, creativity, and relationships. The conversation explores the importance of replacing unhealthy habits with positive alternatives, emphasizing that self-care is essential for personal growth. The group reflects on the challenges of giving to others while also nurturing oneself, highlighting the significance of finding what truly fulfills our needs.In this clip
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I struggle with addiction, where 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?
I also have a concern about 'losing myself' when I let go—perhaps I need an energy channeling practice to align myself better, like tai chi, as my mom suggested. It's not just about drinking; it's about understanding where my energy should go.
Is there anything specific I can focus on, such as vitamins, gut health, or other lifestyle changes, to break the vicious cycle of addiction and achieve sobriety, as discussed in the episode 402: Cheryl Strayed | Creativity, Meltdowns, and Leaving It All Behind and the clip Addiction Insights, as well as in the episode Balancing Joy and Sorrow: Courage & Compassion to Live Your Best Life with Koshin Paley Ellison?