Lee Davy
Lee Davy
What Should I Ask Myself When I Crave Alcohol?
What Should I Ask Myself When I Crave Alcohol?
What Should I Ask Myself When I Crave Alcohol?
Thursday 5th June 2025
Explore how automatic habits can lead to drinking without genuine desire. Learn how to break free and live consciously.
12 minutes
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Lee Davy
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Recognise automatic drinking habits and challenge them.
- Rate your cravings to understand their intensity.
- Develop a plan for stronger cravings without resorting to alcohol.
- Understand the power of self-awareness in managing cravings.
- Use nervous system regulation tools to manage triggers.
"You’re not broken, and you’re not a fraud. But if you’re still drinking, you’re probably out of integrity, and you know it."
Ever found yourself reaching for a glass of wine just because it's Friday, or because you feel like that's what everyone does? In this episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast, Lee Davy challenges these automatic habits that can sneak into our lives without us even realising.
Lee isn't just talking to those who feel trapped by alcohol; he's speaking directly to coaches, therapists, and healthcare workers who might preach wellness but find themselves pouring a drink when the house goes quiet. The focus isn't on dramatic rock-bottom stories but rather on the subtle, everyday habits that can lead to drinking without genuine desire or need. Lee shares his personal experience with cravings—not for alcohol, but for sugar—and how he learned to pause and assess his feelings.
He discovered that many cravings are more about routine than actual need. Lee encourages you to ask yourself, "How intense is this craving, really?" You might be surprised to find that the urge is barely there. By rating cravings like risk assessments, Lee suggests a practical approach to dealing with them. If the craving feels mild, let it pass like a cloud. If it's stronger, have a plan ready to tackle it without resorting to alcohol.
This episode is all about recognising patterns and breaking free from autopilot behaviours. Lee offers tools to help regulate your nervous system and manage triggers effectively. If you're someone who finds themselves drinking out of habit rather than desire, this episode is a must-listen. It promises to help you wake up to these invisible cravings and live more consciously—because being alcohol-free doesn't have to be a struggle; it can be a liberating and fun journey.