EP 74: Mind Dive
EP 74: Mind Dive

Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast

Carel van Heerden discusses overcoming FOMO in recovery and staying strong on the path to sobriety.

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14:44•17 Feb 2023

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Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast

Carel van Heerden

The podcast to help you battle the everyday struggle with addiction, cravings, dependency and bad habits but also give you some helpful tips and good habits that help me. This podcast will give my struggles and triumphs with addiction some life and hopefully assist you in your own battle regarding addiction. The reason for the name and artwork of this Podcast is based on the Yin Yang sign from Taoism, depicted by two wolves, a good wolf and an evil wolf. A concept of addiction is that these wolves live inside you and you have to choose which one to feed… Addiction effects everyone in a different way, a different reaction to different substances, some people are able to have one drink and never be concerned others have one and there whole life turns upside down. A small note about me, my biggest dependencies were cigarettes and alcohol and I am more that 5 year free of both of them. This podcast will house my point of view on addiction, dependency, cravings, Habits (Good and Bad) and give a platform for people to reach out and let their stories be heard, through me or as a guest on the show. I will discuss things that helped me in the battle and obstacles that hindered me throughout the continuous war with addiction. The Podcast will have a feel good serious vibe where some hard topics will be discussed in relieving way to deal with these hard topics. I want to let you know you are not alone in this struggle and together we can start saying no to things that don’t fulfil us and yes to things that do.

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Facing FOMO in Recovery: Carel's Honest Reflections

“Don't let your brain trick you into feeling like shit, because you made a wonderful, big fucking decision and you know that it's important that you keep on with that and just know that you're epic.”

Ever felt like you’re missing out on all the fun because you’ve chosen sobriety? Carel van Heerden gets it. In this heartfelt episode of the Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast, Carel opens up about his personal battles with the fear of missing out (FOMO) during his recovery journey. He recounts a specific instance where he felt left out at a shooter night, a stark reminder of his drinking days. This raw, honest reflection is something many in recovery can relate to.

Carel emphasizes that these feelings are natural and part of the process. He shares valuable advice on staying hydrated and taking care of oneself, especially during challenging times. His message is clear: don’t let your mind play tricks on you. Remember, the decision to stop drinking is one of the best choices you’ve made. Carel’s candid storytelling and practical tips offer a comforting hand to those grappling with similar emotions.

Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for a while, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone and that choosing to feed your 'good wolf' is always worth it.

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