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Coping with Grief - without Drinking.
Coping with Grief - without Drinking.
Coping with Grief - without Drinking.
Wednesday 7th May 2025
Explore coping with grief without alcohol in this heartfelt episode of Sober Awkward, featuring honest stories and practical advice.
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol can cloud genuine experiences and memories.
- Unresolved grief is often linked to substance abuse.
- Cultural norms often promote drinking at funerals.
- Healthy coping involves facing emotions without numbing them.
- Living in the moment can help process grief.
I've experienced grief, but I've never grieved. Exactly.
Grief is tough, but doing it without a drink in hand? That's a whole different ball game. In this episode of 'Sober Awkward', hosts Vic and Hamish tackle the complex relationship between grief and alcohol. With their trademark humour and honesty, they share personal stories of navigating loss while staying sober. Vic reflects on how she used to deal with grief by drinking, even admitting to being drunk during her last conversation with her nan.
It's a stark reminder of how alcohol can cloud our memories and rob us of genuine experiences. Hamish shares his own experiences, recalling the cultural norm of drinking at funerals and questioning why society often turns to alcohol during such times. He wonders if we've forgotten how to celebrate life without a drink in hand. The duo explores how grief can lead to addiction, highlighting that unresolved grief is often at the root of substance abuse.
They discuss the slippery slope of using alcohol as a crutch and the importance of facing emotions head-on. The episode isn't just about sharing past mistakes; it's about finding healthier ways to cope with grief. Vic and Hamish offer practical advice, like staying present and processing emotions without numbing them with alcohol. They challenge listeners to rethink how they handle loss and encourage living in the moment. So why tune in?
If you're grappling with grief or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a blend of humour, wisdom, and real-life stories that might just change your perspective on coping without the bottle.