No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast

E36: What Do You Do When You Get Stuck In the Dark?


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"What lenses am I wearing? How am I interpreting the world?"

In this episode, we explore the science behind negative emotions, and talk about some of the ways we can cope with those times when we feel like we're stuck in the dark. We are joined by ER physician Dr. Andrew; Debs, who is studying to become an addictions specialist; and Britt, who is a recovery coach by hobby. We dig into finding ways to see the positive in what are usually considered "negative" emotions, and discuss different ways we've learned to grow through those dark times.

Some of the ideas we cover in this episode include:

  • The science behind emotional reactions
  • Tips for distracting yourself when it's the best option
  • "Negative" emotions aren't a bad thing - they serve a purpose
  • Understanding where our self talk comes from
  • Choosing the lens through which we see the world
  • Neuroplasticity - creating new neural pathways
  • Finding opportunity in the darkness
  • The physical reaction to sadness can be healing
  • Increasing your emotional capacity
  • The value of connection in recovery
  • Recognizing the stories we tell ourselves
  • "It turns out, negative emotions pass on their own. That was news to me."

    Debs is from Melbourne Australia and has had a successful global career in Sales & Management.  On Jan 9 2021, Deb decided she had had enough and was determined break the hamster wheel cycle and eliminated alcohol from her life.  Today at 837 days sober she enjoys a calm and content life and is changing careers studying to become an Addiction specialist.  Her life goal is to help people be the healthiest version of themselves by abstaining from drugs and alcohol and to know they do not have to do this alone. 

    Dr. Andrew Seefeld is the Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Speare Memorial Hospital in Plymouth, New Hampshire. He is uniquely qualified as a leader in the field of Addiction Medicine considering his own personal experience battling addiction. Dr. Andrew is a champion of Emotional Sobriety, focusing on the upstream thoughts & emotions & how they relate to downstream behavioral patterns. You can follow him on Twitter at @sobER_doctor. 

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