Angela Pugh
Angela Pugh
Sleep Struggles After Quitting Drinking: Fixing the 3AM Brain Spiral
Sleep Struggles After Quitting Drinking: Fixing the 3AM Brain Spiral
Sleep Struggles After Quitting Drinking: Fixing the 3AM Brain Spiral
Wednesday 17th September 2025
Tackle those 3 a.m. wake-ups with Angela Pugh's expert tips for better sleep during recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Understand the root causes of sleep disturbances in recovery.
- Learn practical tools to calm the mind during 3 a.m. wake-ups.
- Explore how ADHD and anxiety impact sleep patterns.
- Discover the role of diet and overstimulation on sleep quality.
- Create a personalised wind-down routine to improve sleep.
"You're not broken beyond repair. You're just a person with a sensitive brain and a healing nervous system."
Ever find yourself wide awake at 3 a.m., heart pounding and mind racing, wondering why sleep is playing hide and seek? Angela Pugh tackles this very issue in the latest episode of Addiction Unlimited. With her unique blend of expertise and humour, Angela breaks down the notorious 3 a.m. wake-up call that haunts many in recovery. It's not just about early sobriety; these sleep disruptions can strike at any stage.
Angela offers practical tools to help you calm your mind and reclaim your nights. From breathing exercises to sensory grounding, she equips you with strategies to manage those late-night spirals. Angela also delves into the root causes of these sleep disturbances, such as ADHD, high-functioning anxiety, and even your evening snack choices. It's all about understanding how your nervous system operates post-alcohol and how to guide it back to calm.
She shares her personal experiences, revealing that even after 19 years of sobriety, she sometimes battles the 3 a.m. brain spiral. This episode isn't just for those newly sober; it's for anyone whose sleep is sabotaged by an overactive mind. Angela's message is clear: you're not broken, just overloaded. So if you're tired of staring at the ceiling in the wee hours, this episode is your toolkit for change.
Remember, it's not about fixing yourself; it's about teaching your body that it's finally safe to rest. What tools will you add to your 3 a.m. get-your-calm-back plan?