Lee Davy
Lee Davy
Afraid to Say No? The System That Keeps You Drinking
Afraid to Say No? The System That Keeps You Drinking
Afraid to Say No? The System That Keeps You Drinking
Sunday 1st June 2025
Explore how boundaries are often ignored and learn to reclaim your space and live authentically without alcohol.
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Lee Davy
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Get the buttons here!Boundaries: Pressing 'Do Not Disturb' on the Liquid Lie
Episode Overview
- Boundaries are essential for a self-led life.
- Alcohol often becomes a coping mechanism for ignored boundaries.
- Recognising when your boundaries are breached is key.
- Defining and communicating your needs is crucial.
- Reclaiming personal agency involves creating respectful systems.
"Boundaries do not work unless you defend them"
In this episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast, Lee Davy takes listeners on a journey through the tangled web of boundaries and how they often get overlooked in our lives. Using a humorous anecdote from his stay in Montenegro, Lee paints a vivid picture of how systems can fail when boundaries aren't respected. The story begins with Lee pressing the 'Do Not Disturb' button in his hotel room, only to find staff consistently ignoring it.
This serves as a metaphor for how society often disregards personal boundaries, leading many to feel invisible or undervalued. Lee discusses how these broken systems teach us to abandon ourselves, reinforcing what he calls the 'Liquid Lie'. It's a belief that alcohol can numb the discomfort when our boundaries are crossed. Through his experiences, Lee reveals the importance of establishing and defending emotional boundaries to live a self-led life, free from alcohol.
He offers practical advice on recognising moments when boundaries are breached and encourages listeners to define their own boundaries. By understanding what drains or energises us, we can communicate our needs clearly and courageously. Lee's candid reflections provide valuable insights into how alcohol can become a coping mechanism for ignored boundaries. He emphasises that reclaiming your agency involves creating systems where only love, truth, and respect are allowed.
If you've ever felt your boundaries being bulldozed, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how to reclaim your space and live authentically. Tune in to discover how setting boundaries can be a bridge to self-respect and connection.