Mary Wagstaff
Mary Wagstaff
Why You Should Stop Chasing Solutions
Why You Should Stop Chasing Solutions
Why You Should Stop Chasing Solutions
Wednesday 20th August 2025
Explore how finding calm can help break free from alcohol dependency with Mary Wagstaff's engaging insights and practical tips.
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Mary Wagstaff
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Calm is a necessary baseline for breaking free from alcohol dependency.
- Overthinking and stress can lead to reliance on alcohol as a quick fix.
- Daily practices such as breathing can help cultivate calm.
- Understanding attachment styles can offer insight into alcohol habits.
- Embracing calm can provide clarity and creativity.
"Calm is available to me right now. I am calm because I choose to be."
Mary Wagstaff takes centre stage in this episode of 'Stop Drinking and Start Living', where she passionately argues that chasing solutions is not the way forward. Instead, she emphasises the importance of finding calm amidst life's chaos. Wagstaff suggests that the allure of alcohol is often a quick fix for an overwhelmed nervous system rather than the root issue itself. She shares her belief that achieving a state of calm is essential for breaking free from the cycle of drinking.
With a dash of humour, she points out how our nervous systems can feel frazzled due to overthinking and overdoing, leading us to seek comfort in a glass of wine or other distractions. The episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and practical advice on how to cultivate calm in your life. Mary encourages listeners to ask themselves daily how they created calm, offering tips like leaning back and simply breathing deeply.
This approach aims to provide a sense of safety and clarity that can help you reassess your relationship with alcohol. Wagstaff’s engaging style and deep empathy make this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to reset their lives and find peace within themselves. So, are you ready to embrace calm as your superpower?