Through The Glass Recovery Podcast

163 | Managing Anxiety After Quitting Drinking


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When anxiety sets in, it can feel like there’s no way to escape the spiral - especially if you used to rely on alcohol to take the edge off. In this honest, practical conversation, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp sit down with Nadine, Melissa, and Ryan to talk about what anxiety really feels like in recovery, why it shows up, and how to navigate it without falling back into old coping patterns.

This episode is packed with real life stories and lessons learned, with actionable tools that actually help when your mind won’t stop racing. If you get frustrated with anxiety and have a hard time coping without turning to drinking, this one is for you!

In This Episode:

  • How to recognize when your anxious thoughts are lying to you
  • Why anxiety often gets louder after you quit drinking - and what to do about it
  • The connection between boundaries, routines, and emotional regulation
  • Small daily habits that can help reduce anxious spirals
  • Why “talking it out” can instantly quiet the noise in your head
  • When to consider medication or professional support
  • Grounding techniques that help bring your body back to calm
  • How to build emotional resilience so anxiety doesn’t control your sobriety
  • View the full show notes and learn more about our guests: https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/anxiety-after-quitting-drinking/

    SOBRIETY SUPPORT & RESOURCES:

    Work with us (coaching): https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/recovery-coaching/

    FREE Support Group on Zoom: https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/meeting-faqs/

    Julie’s Sober Living Blog: https://createalifesofull.com

    Full Library of Podcast Episodes: https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/

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