The Freedom Model
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Ditch the Alca-Thons and Stop Stressing About the Holidays!
Ditch the Alca-Thons and Stop Stressing About the Holidays!
Ditch the Alca-Thons and Stop Stressing About the Holidays!
Thursday 2nd December 2021
Learn how to enjoy a stress-free holiday season in recovery with The Freedom Model's fresh perspective on addiction. Listen now.
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Get the buttons here!Stress-Free Holidays: Rethinking Recovery with The Freedom Model
You can look at the holidays as this lose lose situation, because if it's festive and you're with a lot of people, you're anxiety ridden because you're the only one not drinking, which is not true, by the way. There's nothing that says that you have to be festive.
Holidays can be a minefield of stress and temptation, especially for those navigating recovery. But what if it didn't have to be that way? In this eye-opening episode of 'The Freedom Model for Addictions', hosts Michelle Dunbar and Mark Scheeren challenge the doom-and-gloom narrative often associated with the holiday season. They argue that you have the power to redefine your holiday experience, free from the constraints of traditional recovery models. Forget the alca-thons and endless anxiety.
Michelle and Mark advocate for a fresh perspective that emphasizes personal choice and rational thinking. They debunk common myths, such as the idea that external factors like stress or loneliness are the root causes of addiction. Instead, they propose that addiction is a choice, and you have the ability to change that choice with reason and autonomy. The episode also takes a critical look at Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and other 12-step programs.
According to the hosts, these programs are outdated and ineffective, rooted in myths propagated by a failed stockbroker in the 1930s. Michelle and Mark offer an alternative approach that prioritizes personal responsibility over disease-based models. So, how can you enjoy a stress-free holiday season? The hosts suggest slowing down and savoring the moment with family and friends. They encourage trying new activities, like attending holiday parties without drinking or spending time with less stressful companions.
The goal is to create your happiness, on your terms. If you're tired of the traditional recovery rhetoric and looking for a way to enjoy the holidays without stress, this episode offers a refreshing take. Tune in to 'The Freedom Model for Addictions' and discover how you can break free from the addiction and recovery trap this holiday season.