Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#129 Letting Go of All or Nothing Thinking
#129 Letting Go of All or Nothing Thinking
#129 Letting Go of All or Nothing Thinking
Tuesday 6th May 2025
Madeline Forrest tackles 'all or nothing' thinking in sobriety, offering insights into finding balance in life beyond alcohol.
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Episode Overview
- Recognise 'all or nothing' patterns in various aspects of life.
- Use sober tools to manage other habits post-sobriety.
- Embrace imperfection and progress over perfection.
- Be mindful of the 'why' behind your behaviours.
- Remember that neuroplasticity allows for change and growth.
"Getting sober gives us the clarity to see where else we might need balance."
In this episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, Madeline Forrest takes you on a thoughtful journey to tackle the 'all or nothing' mindset that many face in sobriety. Ever noticed how giving up alcohol can highlight other areas where balance seems elusive? Madeline shares her experiences and insights into how this mindset can creep into habits surrounding food, coffee, spending money, and work.
She candidly discusses how, after getting sober, many people find themselves swinging between extremes, struggling to moderate other aspects of their lives. Madeline's chat with her community members at the Happiest Sober Hub sparked this conversation. The meeting was filled with honest reflections about finding balance and recognising when certain behaviours might be filling the void left by alcohol.
Whether it's drinking too much coffee or indulging in retail therapy, Madeline emphasises the importance of awareness and mindfulness in these areas. You'll find a refreshing mix of humour and sincerity as Madeline explores how sober tools can be applied beyond alcohol to help manage these tendencies. With anecdotes about her own coffee habits and the challenges of moderating life post-sobriety, she offers relatable advice on stepping away from black-and-white thinking.
Madeline encourages you to be gentle with yourself and embrace the messy middle as part of your sober journey. So, if you're on the path to sobriety and grappling with finding balance, this episode is a must-listen. It’s a reminder that perfection isn’t the goal—progress is. Give yourself grace, because life is happiest when you’re sober!