Alcoholic Ominous
Alcoholic Ominous
9: Breaking Up - How do alcoholics end the relationship with alcohol?
9: Breaking Up - How do alcoholics end the relationship with alcohol?
9: Breaking Up - How do alcoholics end the relationship with alcohol?
Friday 5th October 2018
Simon from Alcoholic Ominous shares his humorous yet raw journey to sobriety, breaking up with alcohol and embracing recovery.
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38 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Breaking up with alcohol can be challenging but rewarding.
- Recovery doesn't have to be painful; it can be uplifting.
- AA provides crucial support for those seeking sobriety.
- Recognising the need to quit is essential for recovery.
- Humour can be a powerful tool in navigating sobriety.
"I was firm about wanting to break up. I was honest. I was prepared for a bad reaction and I established concrete boundaries."
Breaking up with alcohol is no walk in the park, but Simon from the Alcoholic Ominous Podcast takes us through the emotional rollercoaster of ending this toxic relationship. In episode 9, Simon talks candidly about his journey from being a hopeless alcoholic to finding recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). He shares his experiences with the jitters, the glitter ban, and how he managed to quit drinking cold turkey without medication or tapering off.
Simon's humorous yet raw approach offers a refreshing perspective on sobriety, as he recounts his struggles and triumphs with honesty and a touch of sarcasm. The episode dives into the fears surrounding recovery, highlighting the common misconception that it’s an unbearable experience. Simon challenges this narrative by explaining how AA and the support of fellow recovering alcoholics have been uplifting rather than painful.
He paints a vivid picture of his life before and after sobriety, drawing comparisons to films like Point Break and The Breakfast Club, showing how his perception of enjoyment has shifted. Simon also touches on the importance of recognising the need to stop drinking and the impact it has on relationships, health, and self-worth. He candidly shares anecdotes about his bank statements, thoughts of his father, and moments of clarity in his garden, which led him to AA meetings.
Through these stories, Simon provides insight into what drives an alcoholic to finally break up with alcohol and embrace recovery. If you're looking for a podcast that combines humour with heartfelt storytelling, Simon's Alcoholic Ominous Podcast is worth a listen. It’s not just about quitting alcohol; it's about rediscovering life without it. Will you join Simon on his journey to sobriety?