How to Calm the Nervous System When Alcohol Is CallingHow to Calm the Nervous System When Alcohol Is Calling
1000 Days Sober Podcast
How to Calm the Nervous System When Alcohol Is Calling When alcohol calls, it rarely announces itself as a craving. It shows up as stress. Restlessness. A tight, buzzing body that wants relief now. In this episode, I’m joined by Danica Eakman — a sound bath practitioner and reiki master who trained under one of the pioneers of sound healing — to explore something most people overlook when trying to change their relationship with alcohol: the nervous system. This isn’t a soft, abstract conversation about vibes or spirituality. It’s a grounded, practical discussion about why willpower collapses when the body feels unsafe — and why learning to regulate your nervous system may matter more than trying to think your way out of drinking. We talk about sound baths not as a luxury experience, but as a training ground for stillness. A place to practise safety, presence, and “the pause” — especially for people who live at full speed and use alcohol as a way to switch off. If you’ve ever understood what to do intellectually, yet still found yourself reaching for a drink, this episode will land. Key moments from the episode: • Why alcohol isn’t the real problem, but a solution to unprocessed pain — and how that reframes alcohol-reliance • How sound and vibration calm the nervous system and create a genuine pause between trigger and action • Why willpower fails when the body feels unsafe, no matter how strong your intentions are • How to practise “the pause” in real time when stress, anxiety, or urges spike • Why embodied practices can help people who live at 100 miles an hour learn how to feel safe without escape This episode is for anyone who’s tired of fighting themselves — and ready to learn how to feel safe without reaching for alcohol. 👉 If this episode resonated, subscribe to the 1000 Days Sober Podcast and leave a rating — it helps more people find these conversations. 👉 You can also find Danica on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/liora.kirkland/ Much Love & STRIVE On! Lee #1000DaysSoberPodcast, #LeeDavy, #STRIVE, #STRIVEMethod, #AFAF, #AlcoholAwareness, #NervousSystemRegulation, #SoundHealing, #Embodiment, #AlcoholFreeLife, #SelfLeadership
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Finding Calm: Sound Healing for Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Sound baths can help calm the nervous system and manage cravings.
- Practicing the pause can aid in controlling impulses.
- Sound healing offers an alternative therapy for stress and anxiety.
- Understanding personal triggers is key to managing addiction.
- Incorporating sound therapy can enhance emotional regulation.
“Don't ask why the addiction, ask why the pain.”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast brings a refreshing perspective on managing alcohol cravings by calming the nervous system. Lee Davy, a self-proclaimed non-alcoholic and vocal advocate for living an alcohol-free life, chats with Danica Eakman, a sound bath practitioner and reiki master. Together, they tackle the often overlooked aspect of sobriety: the nervous system.
Danica shares her expertise in sound healing, explaining how it can be a transformative tool for those grappling with addiction. Danica recounts her personal journey into sound healing, sparked by her own struggles with anxiety during IVF treatment. Her passion for helping others find peace and balance through sound baths is evident as she describes the calming effects of this unique therapy.
Lee and Danica discuss the concept of 'practicing the pause,' encouraging listeners to take a moment to breathe and reflect before reacting to triggers. The episode offers practical advice for incorporating sound baths into daily life as a means of stress relief and emotional regulation. Whether you're a sceptic or a seasoned practitioner, this conversation invites you to consider how sound therapy might support your recovery journey. So, why not give it a go?
You might just find the calm you've been seeking.
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