Lee Davy
Lee Davy
Why Alcohol Destroys Intimacy—Even When You’re Sober
Why Alcohol Destroys Intimacy—Even When You’re Sober
Why Alcohol Destroys Intimacy—Even When You’re Sober
Sunday 6th July 2025
Explore how alcohol impacts intimacy—even when sober. Discover the difference between self-led and parts-led connections.
13 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Lee Davy
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol can blur boundaries and distort emotional connections.
- Intimacy starts with presence and self-awareness.
- Consider whether your actions come from self or past traumas.
- True intimacy is rooted in self-awareness, not performance.
- Reclaim your agency by understanding the impact of alcohol.
When alcohol enters the equation, you leave the equation.
Ever wondered why some kisses leave you feeling lonelier than before? This episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast dives into the complexity of intimacy and how alcohol can muddle our emotional connections—even when we're living a sober life. Host Lee Davy, who boldly declares he is not an alcoholic, shares his personal journey through the tangled web of intimacy, self-awareness, and the deceptive allure of alcohol.
Lee reflects on how alcohol blurs boundaries and distorts our sense of connection, leading us to mistake escape for intimacy. He introduces the concept of 'PARTS-kissing' versus 'SELF-kissing', urging listeners to consider whether their actions stem from genuine self-awareness or are driven by past traumas. With anecdotes about his own relationships, Lee illustrates the importance of slowing down and being present, emphasising that true intimacy is rooted in self-awareness rather than performance.
As he explores these themes, Lee challenges you to think about your own experiences with intimacy—whether you're kissing from a place of self or from a fragmented part seeking solace. This episode offers a raw and honest look at how alcohol can hijack our emotional connections and urges you to reclaim your agency. It's a thought-provoking conversation that could change the way you perceive intimacy, whether you're still drinking or years into an alcohol-free journey.