Kate & Steph
Kate & Steph
Navigating Emotions Outside of the Bottle
Navigating Emotions Outside of the Bottle
Navigating Emotions Outside of the Bottle
Monday 20th November 2023
Kate, Steph, and Duncan Bhaskaran Brown discuss navigating emotions in sobriety and the healing power of facing true feelings.
45 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol exacerbates emotions and leads to regrettable decisions
- Sobriety enables authentic experience and processing of emotions
- Guest Duncan shares his personal experiences and transformation in sobriety
- Embracing true feelings empowers individuals in their emotional healing journey
- Sobriety offers valuable insights into reclaiming emotional well-being and facing emotions with courage
I mean, the alcohol didn't help anxiety at all. But the fact that I was using it to just not deal with things I didn't want to deal with, like I hate confrontation. It was a weird way of trying to just control myself and not have to ever deal with anything that was negative.
Ever wondered why some people turn to alcohol to dodge their feelings? In this episode of 'The Sober Effect', hosts Kate and Steph sit down with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown to tackle this very question. They dive into the tricky waters of handling emotions both as drinkers and as individuals who’ve chosen a sober path. Duncan, a speaker, author, and former overindulger, shares his candid story of battling with booze and the emotional rollercoaster that followed.
He brings a unique perspective, blending personal anecdotes with his extensive knowledge gained from studying at Cornell University and the Chartered Management Institute. Kate and Steph also open up about their own emotional journeys since quitting alcohol, offering a raw and honest look at how sobriety has transformed their lives. They discuss the common tendency to use alcohol as an escape from difficult emotions and why this coping mechanism often backfires.
Through heartfelt conversations, they explore the liberating power of facing emotions head-on and the profound healing that comes with it. This episode is packed with valuable insights and real-life experiences that highlight the importance of embracing true feelings for emotional well-being. Whether you’re sober, considering sobriety, or supporting someone on their journey, this episode offers a comforting blend of empathy, wisdom, and hope.