The Sober Powered Podcast
Hosted By: Gillian Tietz, MS, CAMS-I, CCIS-II
Do you ever say, "I'm never drinking again!", but then you drink again? There are many reasons why this happens, and none of them are that we're weak-willed losers. After years of rationalizing why her drinking wasn’t that bad, Gill reached her breaking point. With her background in biochemistry, she set out on a quest to understand why some of us struggle with addiction and others don’t. In the Sober Powered Podcast, Gill uses science, psychology, and compassion to help you understand why you struggle to moderate, why it's so hard to quit drinking, and how to develop the coping skills you need to stay sober.
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Sober Socializing: Why Alcohol Doesn’t Help (E257)
Explore the truth about alcohol and socializing. Learn how to connect with others authentically and manage social anxiety without drinking.
5 Common Mistakes in Early Sobriety and How to Avoid Them (E253)
Making sobriety harder than it needs to be? Learn about the challenges many newly sober people go through and find helpful advice to simplify your journey toward a healthier, sober life.
What Does it Mean to “Be Ready” to Get Sober (E250)
Ready to end your struggle with drinking? Learn how to overcome obstacles and find your readiness to quit drinking for good.
6 Theories of Alcohol Cravings (E241)
Discover the science behind alcohol cravings and learn effective strategies to manage them.
Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) After Quitting Drinking: 8 Tips to Cope (E240)
Discover the ins and outs of Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) in our latest episode. Learn about symptoms, causes, and 8 effective coping strategies.
11 Tips to Quit Drinking in Dry July (E230)
Master the art of Dry July with 11 practical tips for success. Learn how to tackle the first week and maximize your time effectively. Take the first step towards a life that feels good for you.
Why Alcohol Automatically Captures and Holds Your Attention (E228)
Learn why alcohol captures our attention so much in early sobriety and increases cravings. In this episode you’ll learn what’s going on in the brain to get our attention stuck on alcohol, how this makes it more difficult to quit drinking, what factors increase the ability for alcohol to grab and hold our attention, and how we can overcome this to be successful in sobriety
6 Common Triggers for Drinking and How To Avoid Them (E223)
Learn about the common pitfalls that derail sobriety efforts and find out how to combat them effectively. Gain insights on resilience, overcoming challenges, and boosting self-assurance.
5 Ways to Redefine Fun Without Alcohol (E221)
Ready to break free from the misconception that alcohol equals fun? Join us as we unveil the truth and empower you with 5 ways to redefine fun after quitting drinking.
15 Milestones to Look Forward to in Sobriety (Sober Timeline) (E207)
Learn about the 15 positive changes you can expect when you quit drinking, from day 2 onwards. This episode is a celebration of sobriety and all the great things that come from starting (and continuing) to take care of yourself.
When Does Sobriety Get Better? (E195)
Sobriety shouldn't be a constant struggle. Learn when it becomes a natural part of your life and you can really start enjoying the benefits in thi episode.
Wellness Over Weightloss (E188)
Discover the truth about weight loss after quitting drinking and why it's not guaranteed for everyone. Learn how to let go of food obsession and feel more settled in your sobriety.
Unexpected Things That Happen in Early Sobriety (E185)
Discover the unexpected side of early sobriety - from acne and sugar cravings to drinking dreams and night sweats, learn 7 surprising things that happen on the journey to an alcohol free life.
Benefits of Dry January: What the Research Says (E184)
Learn what the research on Dry January says to understand the advantages it offers and learn about the positive outcomes you can anticipate from this month-long break from drinking alcohol.
