Sobertown Podcast EP 93: Addiction, Sobriety, Binge Drinking and Sober Sex
Sep 7, 2021
In this insightful chat, Shickey, a person in recovery with personal experience in battling addiction and embracing sobriety, opens up about his journey. He shares what it's like to celebrate his first sober birthday after a recent reset. Topics covered include the challenges of binge drinking, the impact of alcohol on mood and relationships, and the profound differences in experiencing a sober holiday. Shickey reflects on managing cravings, the addict voice, and even the nuances of sober sex, highlighting the importance of community support in recovery.
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Weekend Drinking Is Not Sobriety
- Weekend drinking masquerades as sobriety but keeps you in a recovery loop all week.
- Shickey realized Friday–Sunday drinking left him tired, moody and only recovering until the next weekend.
Alcohol Wrecks Sleep Longer Than You Think
- Even a single weekend of heavy drinking can take a week to fully recover mood and sleep.
- Shickey noticed it took about nine days to get his sleep and mojo back after a three-day binge.
Avoid The Drinking Comparison Trap
- Stop comparing drinking levels; escalation is common and competition hurts recovery.
- If alcohol causes problems, seek support regardless of how often or how much you drink.
