Understanding You Are Worthy of Help.Understanding You Are Worthy of Help.
Sober Awkward
<p>There is a lonely place where heavy drinkers get stuck. This grey area or 'Pinot Gris Purgatory' as Vic likes to call it, is sadly where many boozers suffer in silence and don't get the help they deserve. This is a topic very close to Vic and Lucy's hearts, having both fallen through this crack themselves. They got stuck in a drinkers no-mans land, where they didn't feel that their drinking was bad enough to be worthy of support. Today they discuss why they felt so trapped and the denial that kept them there, how eventually they took responsibility for their drinking habits and how getting support lead them to not only liking themselves, but also understanding that no matter where they sat on the vast spectrum of alcoholism, they, like you, were worthy of help. An insightful and motivating episode.</p><p> </p><p>Show notes</p><p><a href="http://www.lyres.com.au/soberawkward" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.lyres.com.au/soberawkward</a></p><p>Blog Post - Blacking out Life and waking up to reality - <a href="https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/the-moderation-pixie" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/blacking-out-and-waking-up</a></p><p>Lucy Good - <a href="https://beanstalkmums.com.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://beanstalkmums.com.au</a></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>Vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com</p><p>Facebook Group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy</a></p><p>Book of the week - 'UnFuck Yourself' By Gary John Bishop</p><p>https://garyjohnbishop.com</p><p>https://www.amazon.com/Unfu-Yourself-Your-Head-into/dp/0062803832</p><p>Resources mentioned:</p><p><br></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>
1:18:39•5 Oct 2021
Escaping Pinot Gris Purgatory: Vic and Lucy's Journey to Self-Worth
“Being sober is not your life without alcohol. It is a completely different life that will come to you, and it will be way better than the life you're living if you're a heavy drinker at the moment.”
Ever found yourself stuck in a haze of drinking, not quite bad enough for rehab but too much for comfort? Vic and Lucy know this space all too well, and they call it 'Pinot Gris Purgatory'. In this episode of 'Sober Awkward', they dive into the murky middle ground where many heavy drinkers languish, feeling unworthy of help. Both hosts have been there, trapped by the normalization of drinking and the denial that comes with it.
They share their personal stories of realizing their drinking was problematic, despite society's mixed messages. Vic and Lucy open up about the shame and regret that often accompany heavy drinking. They talk candidly about how recognizing this grey area can be the first step towards seeking help. It's a heartfelt discussion aimed at breaking down the barriers that keep people from getting the support they need.
They emphasize that no matter where you fall on the spectrum of alcohol use, you deserve help and a better life. This episode isn't just about the struggles; it's also about the triumphs. Vic and Lucy discuss how taking responsibility for their drinking habits led them to a place of self-acceptance and understanding. They highlight the vast benefits of sobriety, painting a picture of a life that's not just alcohol-free but genuinely fulfilling.
So, if you're feeling stuck in your own 'Pinot Gris Purgatory', tune in. Vic and Lucy's honest, humorous approach might be just what you need to start your journey towards a better, sober life.
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