Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
278: An alcohol problem shows up on the inside before it shows up on the outside.
278: An alcohol problem shows up on the inside before it shows up on the outside.
278: An alcohol problem shows up on the inside before it shows up on the outside.
Wednesday 7th August 2024
Veronica Valli reveals how alcohol problems manifest internally long before external signs appear. Discover emotional sobriety and reclaim your true self.
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol problems often start internally before showing external signs.
- Societal norms can obscure the true impact of drinking habits.
- Emotional sobriety is key to a fulfilling recovery journey.
- Sobriety can help reclaim emotional bandwidth and self-worth.
- Living authentically involves recognising and addressing internal conflicts.
An alcohol problem shows up in how we feel inside and we can mask all of that.
Ever wondered if an alcohol problem might be lurking beneath the surface before it becomes visible to the world? In this episode of the Soberful podcast, Veronica Valli shares a solo exploration into how alcohol issues often start internally, affecting emotions like shame, guilt, and anxiety long before any external signs appear. Veronica, with decades of sobriety under her belt, challenges the common misconception that alcohol problems are only visible in extreme cases, such as homelessness or multiple DUIs.
Instead, she argues that the real battle is internal, with individuals often masking their feelings and struggles. Veronica's candid storytelling brings to light her own experiences with alcohol from a young age. She recounts a night of drinking at 15, waking up in a gutter covered in vomit, and how societal perceptions warped her understanding of what was acceptable.
Her narrative underscores the notion that an alcohol problem can manifest through the constant mental gymnastics of justifying drinking habits, managing emotions, and dealing with internal conflict. She dives into the concept of 'emotional sobriety' – the idea that recovery is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about reclaiming one's emotional bandwidth and reconnecting with oneself.
Veronica emphasises how sobriety can lead to a life where you truly like yourself again, free from the chains of self-loathing and guilt. If you've ever questioned your relationship with alcohol or felt trapped by societal expectations, this episode offers a refreshing perspective. Veronica's insights may just prompt you to reconsider what it means to live authentically and whether your current lifestyle is genuinely fulfilling. So why not give it a listen and see if it resonates with your journey?