Matt J

Sober Friends

Matt J

  • E160: Mastering Dry January: Conquering Cravings Like a Pro

E160: Mastering Dry January: Conquering Cravings Like a Pro

Tuesday 9th January 2024

Join Matt, Steve, and John for candid talks on managing cravings and navigating Dry January with practical tips and community support.
Explicit
29 minutes
Supportive
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Thought-provoking

About this podcast

Sober Friends
Author:
Matt J
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Dry January: Tips and Tricks for Conquering Cravings

Episode Overview

  • Personal anecdotes and reflections on their relationships with specific types of alcohol
  • Differentiating between physical cravings and the mental urge to drink
  • Practical coping mechanisms and strategies to tackle cravings
  • The importance of having a supportive community and seeking professional help
  • Insights on self-awareness, honesty, and potential benefits of taking a break from alcohol
If you want to change your relationship with alcohol, this is a place for you. We want to be able to help you and reach out, tell us how you're doing. Your donation keeps us on the air to help out the new guy and helps us defray some of our costs.
Ever thought about taking a break from alcohol but worried about the cravings? In this episode of 'Sober Friends', Matt, Steve, and John get real about the ups and downs of Dry January. They open up about their own experiences with different types of alcohol, what triggered them to cut certain drinks out, and the tricky mental games cravings can play.
You'll hear honest stories about their early days of sobriety, the difference between physical cravings and the mental urge to drink, and some handy tips to manage both. Whether it's indulging in sweets or hitting the gym, they share practical ways to keep your mind off that drink. Plus, they highlight the power of having a supportive community, whether that's friends, accountability partners, or even apps like the Dry January app.
If you're thinking about giving Dry January a shot or just want to change your relationship with alcohol, this episode is packed with relatable advice and heartfelt encouragement. Tune in for a mix of personal anecdotes, expert tips, and a good dose of empathy.
alcoholfree.com
Published by The Mindful Drinking Company Limited
4 Providence Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5JL, England
Registered in England and Wales.
Company Number: 1195057. Vat Number: GB320915135.
Registered address as above.
© Copyright 2005-2025 The Mindful Drinking Company Limited.
All Rights Reserved.
alcoholfree.com is a participant in the Amazon Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.co.uk. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.