Is My Drinking 'Bad' Enough to Get Help?
Is My Drinking 'Bad' Enough to Get Help?

Sober Awkward

Vic and Lucy discuss their own struggles with recognizing drinking problems and the importance of seeking help.

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Sober Awkward

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Have you ever woken up from a big night out and said ‘I’m never drinking again!’ Then found yourself waving $50 at a barman by Happy Hour. Well, so have Vic and Hamish. Join them on this hilarious and relatable podcast about being sober in a world soaked in alcohol. Each week they discuss different boozy topics and open up a shame shed of humiliating stories. Vic and Hamish bring humour and honesty to sobriety. These two ex-binge drinking, party animals tell it like it is. Vomit, one-night stands and life on the other side of their own destructive drunken behaviour. So, if you’ve hit a wall, you're fed up with anxiety, headaches and blackouts or you just need some sober inspiration... then go put the kettle on and learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!

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Is My Drinking Really a Problem? Vic and Lucy's Honest Discussion

Episode Overview

Denial is a common symptom that hinders individuals from seeking support for alcohol issues.
The hosts share personal experiences of struggling with drinking problems and the journey to finding help.
They highlight the significance of recognising the grey area of drinking problems and breaking the stigma around seeking support.
Lucy emphasises the importance of persistence in finding the right help and not giving up despite initial challenges.
Vic and Lucy's candid conversations aim to inspire listeners to open up about their struggles and seek the support they need.

“Denial is a common symptom of being a big binge drinker or a problem drinker, and it can keep a person from seeking any support.”

How do you know if your drinking is 'bad' enough to seek help? In this episode of 'Sober Awkward', Vic and Lucy take a trip down memory lane, revisiting their own thought processes before they decided to reach out for support. They tackle the tough questions many drinkers face: Am I really that bad? Do I deserve help? Through heartfelt and candid conversations, they explore the feelings of unworthiness that often delay the decision to go sober.

Vic and Lucy's honest reflections shine a light on the grey areas of drinking issues, breaking down the stigma around seeking help. They share their personal struggles and recovery journeys, encouraging listeners to recognize their own needs and not be afraid to ask for support. If you've ever questioned whether your drinking habits warrant a change, this episode offers a compassionate and relatable perspective.

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