Have you ever tried to control your drinking with rules like, only on weekends, only two drinks, only on special occasions… only to find yourself breaking them? Have you ever told yourself, "I'm not really an alcoholic," just to justify drinking? Or maybe you've struggled with the fear of labeling yourself but still felt deep down that alcohol had too much control in your life? The truth is, when alcohol is a problem, moderation is just a trap to keep you stuck. We stay stuck in the cycle because we want to believe we’re in control—even when the evidence says otherwise. We convince ourselves we’re "not that bad" because facing the truth is uncomfortable. And by staying stuck in this cycle, we sacrifice the very thing we crave most: freedom. In this episode, we’re uncovering the distorted thinking that keeps you drinking, and I'll unpack the mental gymnastics we go through when trying to rationalize drinking, the fear of acknowledging our struggles, and how embracing sobriety—without needing a perfect label—can lead to real freedom and transformation. If you’ve ever wondered why quitting alcohol feels so hard, or felt trapped between wanting to quit but convincing yourself you don’t have to, this episode is for you. Links mentioned in this episode: Want new opportunities for help with quitting alcohol? Book A Call Here to learn more: addictionunlimited.com/call Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”
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