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Tim Phillips
#141: What Happens In Your 1st 30 Days Sober
#141: What Happens In Your 1st 30 Days Sober
#141: What Happens In Your 1st 30 Days Sober
Friday 9th January 2026
Explore the reality of the first 30 days sober with Tim Phillips, as he shares practical advice and empathetic support for your journey.
17 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Expect fluctuations in energy and emotions during early sobriety.
- Restless sleep and sugar cravings are common in the first weeks.
- Cravings for alcohol often peak in the first week but will pass.
- Building new routines is crucial for long-term sobriety.
- Regaining self-trust is a significant milestone by week four.
"Your job isn't to feel amazing. Your job is to get through the day, get to bedtime, and start stacking days."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Tim Phillips takes listeners through the first 30 days of sobriety, debunking the myth of a smooth upward curve. Instead, he paints a vivid picture of what to truly expect week by week, from the loud chaos of week one to the steadying calm of week four. Tim shares his own decade-long recovery experience, making the episode feel like a candid chat with a friend who's been there.
He highlights the unpredictable nature of early sobriety, where energy levels and emotions can fluctuate wildly, leaving many to question if they're doing it wrong. But Tim reassures that this is just part of the body's natural rebalancing process. Expect to hear about physical symptoms like restless sleep and sugar cravings, and emotional hurdles such as anxiety and boredom.
But it's not all doom and gloom; there's light at the end of the tunnel as Tim talks about regaining self-trust and finding new routines. With a mix of practical advice and empathetic support, this episode is a comforting companion for anyone taking those first steps towards a sober life. So, are you ready to embrace the rollercoaster of early sobriety and come out stronger on the other side?