TW: Addiction, suicide

In this episode, I am joined with Mindset & Alcohol Coach, Chrystal @chrystaldaycoaching
We discuss our relationship with alcohol over the years, and the power of understanding the reason why we are drinking. As I am about to embark on a sober stint during the beginning of 2022, this conversation refreshed some much-needed reflections.

Please note, Chrystal and I are not addiction specialists. If you are concerned about your relationship with alcohol, please do reach out to any of the below support networks:

• Drinkline is the national alcohol helpline. If you're worried about your own or someone else's drinking, you can call this free helpline in complete confidence. Call 0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am to 8pm, weekends 11am to 4pm).
• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a free self-help group. Its "12 step" programme involves getting sober with the help of regular support groups.
• Al-Anon Family Groups offers support and understanding to the families and friends of problem drinkers, whether they're still drinking or not. Alateen is part of Al-Anon and can be attended by 12- to 17-year-olds who are affected by another person's drinking, usually a parent.
• We Are With You is a UK-wide treatment agency that helps individuals, families and communities manage the effects of drug and alcohol misuse. If you are over 50 and worried about your drinking, call 0808 8010 750
• Adfam is a national charity working with families affected by drugs and alcohol. Adfam operates an online message board and a database of local support groups.
• The National Association for Children of Alcoholics (Nacoa) provides a free, confidential telephone and email helpline for children of alcohol-dependent parents and others concerned about their welfare. Call 0800 358 3456 for the Nacoa helpline.
• SMART Recovery groups help people decide whether they have a problem, build up their motivation to change, and offer a set of proven tools and techniques to support recovery.

www.drinkaware.co.uk
www.grayareadrinkers.com

Book recommendations

'The unexpected joy of being sober' and 'Sunshine Warm Sober' by Catherine Gray aka @unexpectedjoyof

'The Naked Mind' by Annie Grace aka @thisnakedmind

'Quit like a woman' by Holly Whitaker aka @holly

'Alcohol explained' by William Porter aka @alcoholexplained

Sober Instagram accounts:

@jolene_park
@notsosecretlysober
@soberandsocial
@soberfishie
@soberdave
@sobergirlsociety

To connect with Chrystal and enquire about her coaching service - @chrystaldaycoaching
To connect with myself and to enquire about my 1:1 coaching programme - @thehighlysensitivecoach
www.jessfrost.co.uk

Until next time, take care and protect your energy x