From Confusion to Clarity: Navigating the First Several Days of Changing a Habit

From Confusion to Clarity: Navigating the First Several Days of Changing a Habit

Audio/Video – The Freedom Model For Addictions

Mark Sheeran and Michelle Dunbar challenge traditional views on addiction recovery, offering practical tips for overcoming confusion in early sobriety.

InspiringInformativeHopefulEmpoweringAuthentic

36:4424 Mar 2026

RSS Feed

Breaking Free: Finding Clarity in Early Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Addiction is not a disease but a temporary issue.
  • 12-step programs and rehab centres may not be effective.
  • Perceived benefits of substances need to be questioned.
  • Beliefs about addiction significantly impact recovery.
  • Personal autonomy and free will are key to overcoming addiction.
"When I was done, I was done. And I can tell you that those first few days, I did not want to drink."

Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of 'The Freedom Model For Addictions' podcast is a refreshing take on the challenges faced in the early days of quitting substance use. Hosts Mark Sheeran and Michelle Dunbar, along with their colleague Stephen Slate, present a no-nonsense approach to addiction recovery that challenges the traditional 12-step programs and rehab centres.

They argue that addiction isn't a disease but rather a temporary problem that can be overcome without the conventional recovery traps. The episode is packed with practical tips and personal anecdotes that demystify the confusion often felt in the first few days of quitting. Mark shares his own experience of quitting a six-year drinking habit, offering insights into overcoming the initial fear and confusion.

The hosts stress the importance of questioning the perceived benefits of substances and encourage listeners to re-evaluate their beliefs about addiction. With a mix of humour and hard-hitting truths, this episode is both enlightening and empowering, providing listeners with the tools to take control of their recovery journey. Ready to rethink what you know about addiction? Tune in to find out more!

Podcast buttons

Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

More From This Show

The latest episodes from the same podcast.