Alcoholic Ominous
Alcoholic Ominous
21: Sex – Can recovering alcoholics still have exciting sex in sobriety?
21: Sex – Can recovering alcoholics still have exciting sex in sobriety?
21: Sex – Can recovering alcoholics still have exciting sex in sobriety?
Tuesday 20th November 2018
Can sobriety enhance your sex life? Simon shares humorous yet serious insights on intimacy without alcohol in this engaging podcast episode.
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37 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol can lead to risky sexual behaviour and impact health.
- Sobriety offers a chance for healthier intimacy.
- Reflecting on past mistakes can prevent relapse.
- Humour helps tackle serious topics like sex and sobriety.
- Self-awareness is key in recovery.
"Alcohol isn't making us better lovers. It's time we tackled Page 69 with the mindset of alcoholics who actually want to recover."
This episode of the Alcoholic Ominous Podcast, hosted by Simon, tackles the topic of sex and sobriety with a mix of humour and seriousness. Simon, a recovering alcoholic, bravely explores how alcohol once played a role in his sexual relationships and how sobriety has shifted his perspective. He candidly discusses past mistakes, the misconceptions about alcohol as an aphrodisiac, and the challenges of maintaining healthy sexual relationships while sober.
The episode is peppered with anecdotes, from encounters with Turkish barbers to reflections on page 69 of the AA Big Book. Simon doesn't shy away from the awkwardness of discussing sex but emphasises the importance of facing these issues head-on to avoid relapse. He shares how alcohol can lead to risky behaviour and impact one's sexual health, reminding us that sobriety can enhance intimacy and connection.
With references to Tyson Fury and humorous nods to sex apps, Simon keeps the conversation engaging while providing valuable insights into recovery. The takeaway? Sobriety might be the key to unlocking your 'God-given sex powers' in a healthier way. So, if you're curious about how sobriety can influence your love life, this episode might just have the answers you need.