POP Buchanan
POP Buchanan
Why I Stopped Calling Myself an Alcoholic. Pt 2 (Response from the Sober Community)
Why I Stopped Calling Myself an Alcoholic. Pt 2 (Response from the Sober Community)
Why I Stopped Calling Myself an Alcoholic. Pt 2 (Response from the Sober Community)
Tuesday 31st December 2019
Join POP Buchanan on 'Sober is Dope' as he discusses rejecting the 'alcoholic' label, inspired by Holly Whitaker's book, and explores addiction stigma and spirituality.
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Get the buttons here!Reevaluating Labels: POP Buchanan on 'Sober is Dope'
If you understand that if you are truly an alcoholic, meaning that you suffer from an allergy, and you understand and respect that allergy, then you don't have to publicly identify or whatever if it helps your recovery.
What happens when you stop calling yourself an alcoholic? In this episode of 'Sober is Dope', host POP Buchanan dives into this provocative question, inspired by Holly Whitaker's book 'Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol'. Whitaker's decision to reject the alcoholic label sparks a deep and meaningful discussion within the sober community, and POP shares his own thoughts on the matter.
He highlights the importance of understanding and respecting one's journey with addiction, and examines the stigma that often comes with labels. The episode also explores the progressive nature of addiction and the role spirituality can play in recovery. Whether you're on your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers valuable insights and encouragement. Tune in for a thought-provoking dialogue that challenges conventional wisdom and celebrates the courage to redefine oneself.