Lee Davy
Lee Davy
When You’ve Quit Drinking and Still Don’t Feel Seen
When You’ve Quit Drinking and Still Don’t Feel Seen
When You’ve Quit Drinking and Still Don’t Feel Seen
Friday 30th January 2026
Lee Davy discusses the sting of feeling unseen in sobriety and why recognition matters in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Feeling unseen in sobriety can trigger deep emotions.
- Thoughtless jokes aren't cruel but show a lack of awareness.
- Recognition from loved ones is crucial for self-worth.
- Social gatherings often challenge those new to sobriety.
- Don't let others' blind spots become your self-doubt.
"When someone close to you misses this, your nervous system doesn't interpret it as neutral."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Lee Davy tackles this very question in an episode that hits close to home for many. It's all about those awkward moments when someone close to you, maybe even someone you love, makes a thoughtless joke about alcohol. You know the kind—like sending a birthday card with an alcohol meme or handing you champagne at a wedding toast.
They're not trying to be mean; they just miss the gravity of your decision to quit drinking. Lee dives into why these moments sting so deeply and what they say about our need for recognition and understanding. You'll hear about how these seemingly harmless gestures can trigger a cascade of emotions—shock, embarrassment, even anger. It's not just about the joke; it's about what it stirs up inside you.
Lee explains that this isn't about cruelty but rather a lack of awareness from those around us. He explores how these interactions often make us question our worth and the validity of our choices. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the emotional landscape faced by those who choose sobriety. Lee's honest conversations shed light on why stopping drinking can feel so much harder than it should.
He encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences and consider how they can find peace in their journey, even when others don't fully understand. So, if you've ever felt unseen or misunderstood in your sobriety journey, this episode offers a compassionate look at why that happens and how you can navigate those tricky situations with grace. Why let someone else's blind spot become your self-doubt? Dive in and find out.