Understanding Your Drinking: A Personal Timeline of Addiction
Episode Overview
Exploring childhood memories and their impact on drinking habits. Understanding how parental behaviour can shape one's relationship with alcohol. Recognising societal norms that reinforce drinking as a coping mechanism. Developing self-awareness to question and change beliefs about alcohol. Creating compassion for oneself by understanding the roots of addiction.
It's not about what happens to us, but what happens inside of us.
In episode 186 of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast, Patrick Fox takes you on a journey through his own timeline of addiction, shedding light on the various influences and patterns that shaped his relationship with alcohol. Patrick maps out his earliest memories, the conditioning he received from his environment, and how these factors contributed to his drinking habits and other addictive behaviours.
This episode isn't about pointing fingers; it's about fostering awareness and understanding the roots of one's beliefs and habits around alcohol. Patrick shares key moments from his life, from his childhood experiences with his parents' drinking habits to the societal norms that reinforced his behaviour. He explains how these early influences created a belief system that made alcohol a way to escape and cope with life's challenges.
By examining these patterns, Patrick hopes to inspire listeners to question their own associations with alcohol and develop compassion for themselves. The episode is both personal and reflective, offering valuable insights into how one's environment and upbringing can shape their relationship with alcohol. If you're curious about why you drink and want to explore the underlying reasons, this episode is a must-listen.
Patrick's candid storytelling and practical advice make it a compelling listen for anyone looking to rethink their relationship with alcohol.