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<p>Get your cup of Chamomile and Rescue Remedy at the ready because this episode might be a little anxiety inducing for some. Today Vic and Lucy are talking about drinking trauma and triggers. You know, those pesky daily reminders that pop up out of nowhere and momentarily plop you back into who you once were. A heavy drinker. </p><p>They look at why these flashbacks happen, what their own personal experiences are, how they change the longer you're sober and how you can deal with them in a peaceful sober manner without going full circle and reverting to your bad habit.</p><p>Vic and Lucy hope that by being open and honest about what makes them ache for a wine, you'll be able to take heed and learn how to avoid leaning in for a drink when these reminders suddenly sneak up on you.</p><p> </p><p>Show notes</p><p>Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-sober-hangover</p><p>Review Sober Awkward Now!</p><p>https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975</p><p>Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au</p><p>@beanstalksinglemums</p><p>Victoria Vanstone – <a href="http://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.drunkmummysobermummy.com</a></p><p>@drunkmummysobermummy</p><p>@soberawkward</p><p>Facebook Group</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy</p><p>Resources mentioned:</p><p>Series 2 - Episode 2</p><p>Book of the week.</p><p>Black Out - Sarah Hepola - <a href="https://sarahhepola.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://sarahhepola.com</a></p><p>Alcoholics Anonymous - <a href="https://aa.org.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://aa.org.au</a></p><p>Mental Health - <a href="https://www.mindaustralia.org.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.mindaustralia.org.au</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
1:10:36•21 Sept 2021
Tackling Drinking Flashbacks: Vic and Lucy's Honest Take
“When I see a nice sunset, I'm like, oh, I just remember like, oh yeah, that sort of feeling of excitement for a night out, whereas, like the night time, I like because that's party time. It makes my jaw clench a little bit the sound of house music, because I just imagine me in a nightclub in a big toilet, probably not even dancing, just gurning and saying to people: have you come up yet, or looking in the mirror thinking how beautiful you are?”
Grab your cup of Chamomile tea and get comfy, because Vic and Lucy are diving into a topic that might hit close to home for many. In this episode of 'Sober Awkward', they talk about the unexpected flashbacks and triggers that can pop up during sobriety. You know, those moments that suddenly remind you of your past drinking days and make you feel like you're right back where you started.
They share their own experiences with these pesky reminders and discuss why they happen, how they change over time, and most importantly, how to handle them without slipping back into old habits. With a mix of humor and raw honesty, Vic and Lucy aim to show that you're not alone in these struggles and offer practical tips to stay on track.
Whether it's learning to focus on the positives of sobriety or finding new ways to enjoy holidays without alcohol, this episode is packed with relatable advice. Tune in to hear how they navigate these challenges and find peace in their sober journey.
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