This Week in Sparkling Water
M. Joakim Eriksson
213. Play Joakim this tape.
213. Play Joakim this tape.
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Saturday 7th June 2025
Join Joakim Eriksson on a reflective journey through fears, sobriety, and the power of self-therapy in this introspective podcast episode.
Explicit
170 minutes
reflective
challenging
hopeful
introspective
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
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Episode Overview
- Joakim Eriksson explores self-therapy as a tool for personal growth.
- Insights into the fear of dementia and memory loss.
- Discussion on lifestyle changes and maintaining sobriety.
- Reflections on past experiences and their impact on mental health.
- Literary insights from David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest.
A lot of bad things happened and a lot of bad things are gonna happen but, you know, it's all just what happened and it had to be that way.
In this episode of 'This Week in Sparkling Water,' host Joakim Eriksson embarks on a deeply personal journey through the landscape of his mind, exploring fears, growth, and the therapeutic power of conversation. Despite initial reluctance, Joakim finds solace in the act of speaking, using the podcast as a form of self-therapy.
Through this intimate monologue, he delves into his long-standing fear of dementia, a fear that stems from a deep-seated anxiety about waking up one day and not recognizing himself or his surroundings. Joakim shares his struggle with maintaining sobriety, recounting the efforts he makes to stay away from alcohol and drugs, and his attendance at AA meetings. He candidly discusses the challenges of these lifestyle changes, noting that while they are intended to help, they often leave him feeling stagnant.
Despite this, Joakim remains hopeful, using this platform to confront his fears and attempt to heal. Throughout the episode, Joakim draws inspiration from David Foster Wallace's 'Infinite Jest,' finding parallels between the narrative and his own life experiences. He reflects on the soothing imagery described in the book, using it as a metaphor for finding peace amid chaos. The podcast becomes a canvas for Joakim's introspective thoughts, as he recounts experiences from his past, including moments of vulnerability and growth.
He speaks of the importance of accepting life's challenges and finding comfort in the small victories. Ultimately, Joakim's message is one of hope and resilience. He encourages listeners to embrace their fears, face them head-on, and find strength in vulnerability. As the podcast draws to a close, Joakim's voice serves as a comforting presence, reminding us that despite the difficulties, it's all okay, and we continue to move forward.