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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Self-Medication with Alcohol (E214)
Discover why drinking to cope with anxiety, depression, and stress can actually make your problems worse. Learn how it increases the risk of developing a drinking problem and why it's harder to quit.
Self-Care is NOT Temporarily Turning Off Your Brain (E213)
Learn about the importance of self-care and how it can prevent relapse. Find out how to prioritize self-care in your life with 5 simple strategies.
Why Some People Get Sober and Others Don’t (E212)
Struggling to quit drinking? Learn how resilience, epigenetic changes, and your support system impact your path to recovery.
The Anticipation of the Drink (E211)
Learn about the reasons behind alcohol cravings and how to break free from the cycle of giving in. Discover the power of breaking associations and find alternative ways to unwind, deal with emotions, and connect with others.
Good News, Your Brain Heals A Lot Within 90 Days… Unless You Relapse (E210)
Learn about how the brain heals after quitting alcohol. Explore the damaging effects of alcohol on the brain and get clear on the difference between relapse and recovery.
How Porn Addiction Affects the Brain (E209)
Learn more about behavioral addictions and uncover the hidden effects of porn on the brain. Understand the dangers of novelty seeking, the impacts on relationships, and signs of addiction.
Stress, Depression and Our Eating Habits (E208)
Explore the connection between diet, mental health, and emotional eating. Find out how what you eat influences your stress levels and emotional well-being.
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.
HALT: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired (E206)
Understand the power of HALT - hungry, angry, lonely, tired. Explore how these emotional states can sabotage your sobriety and lead to impulsive choices. Learn how to overcome these challenges and stay on the path to sobriety.
Kindling in Alcohol Withdrawal (E205)
Learn about kindling and its role in worsening withdrawal. Explore the reasons behind withdrawal symptoms, delirium tremens, and the challenges of getting sober when you go through repeated withdrawal.
Can Anyone Get Addicted to Alcohol? (E204)
Learn about the 15 risk factors that can push us towards dependency. Explore emotional, genetic, and life circumstances that play a role in this alcohol addiction.
Why You Still Want Alcohol Even When You Hate It (E203)
Learn the science behind why we continue to drink despite knowing it makes us miserable. Learn about the brain adaptations that lead to compulsive drinking and how alcohol changes our dopamine system. Find out why we keep going back to drinking even when it's no longer fun.
WTF is “The Work”? (E202)
In this episode we talk about the transformative power of doing "the work". Gain valuable insights on overcoming roadblocks, detours, and the importance of taking responsibility for your own growth and development.
Your Dysregulated Stress Response (E201)
Learn about the impact of cortisol, stress, and alcohol during this episode. Find out how chronic stress and heavy drinking affect our stress system, leading to decreased resilience and increased cravings.
My Greatest Shame (E200)
In this episode I share the story of my greatest shame while drinking. We talk about how shame thrives and the power of letting it go.
Frustration Tolerance (E199)
Discover the power of frustration tolerance. Learn how to navigate discomfort, negative emotions, and anger to make your life easier. Listen to gain insight on emotion regulation and reducing the risk of relapse.
5 Ways Anger Management Changed My Life (E198)
Discover how understanding and working with anger transformed my life. Join me as I share 5 ways my journey has led to positive changes.
Making the DECISION to Quit Drinking (E197)
Discover the impact of alcohol on decision-making and learn how to quit for good and commit to your sobriety.
How the Brain Recovers After Quitting Drinking (E196)
Discover the effects of heavy drinking on the brain and the potential for recovery in sobriety. Learn about the impact of alcohol on brain health and how reducing consumption can make a difference.
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.