This episode of the "Confessions of a Loveaholic" podcast features host Emmy Hernandez and guest Duncan Bhaskaran Brown, an addictions expert with a focus on alcohol and smoking cessation. Duncan shares his personal journey of how alcohol almost cost him his marriage, emphasizing the importance of being present for loved ones rather than escaping into addiction. The conversation delves into how substance abuse not only hinders one's ability to form and maintain healthy relationships but also impacts one's overall life and decision-making skills. The episode explores strategies for saying no to alcohol in social settings, the role of societal pressures in perpetuating addiction, and the transformational power of choosing sobriety for personal and family well-being. Duncan also introduces his book, 'The Real Men Quit', and concludes with encouraging words about self-sufficiency and the internal strength everyone possesses to lead a fulfilling life without reliance on substances.

00:33 Introducing Duncan Bhaskaran Brown: From Addiction to Expertise

01:56 Duncan's Personal Journey: Alcohol, Marriage, and Transformation

04:44 The Power of Decision: Overcoming Addiction for Family

06:51 Unpacking the Impact of Alcohol on Relationships and Self-Perception

12:54 Societal Pressures and the Irony of Alcohol in Masculinity

16:49 Navigating Social Situations Without Alcohol: Strategies and Insights

23:27 Duncan's Resources and Final Thoughts: Empowerment and Self-Love

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Emmy Hernandez @relationshipmindsetmastery

www.emmyhernandez.com

Duncan Bhaskaran Brown @soberwarriorcoach

www.bhaskaranbrown.com