So you’ve stopped drinking, now what?
In episode 208 of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast, Patrick shares what no one really talks about in early sobriety: the sneaky ways we trade one habit for another.
For him, it was swapping booze for bags of Haribo, biscuits, and secret chocolate runs. But it’s not just about sugar , it’s about how our brains crave comfort, familiarity, and quick hits of dopamine when we remove alcohol.
For many guys it can be zero beers, vaping, porn or even exercise.
Patrick helpss breaks down why this happens, how addiction isn't always what we think it is, and why being 'addicted' to alcohol doesn’t mean you're broken.
He dives into what’s really going on in the brain, what makes stopping drinking hard, and what makes it possible.
This episode is for any guy who’s wondered:
Why do I still feel the urge even after I’ve stopped drinking?
Am I just replacing one addiction with another?
Is this normal?
It’s honest, it’s hopeful, and it’s a reminder that slipping into new habits doesn’t mean you’ve failed, it means you're human.
Awesome takeaways from this episode:
Why the brain often swaps one addiction for another.
How to sit with discomfort instead of avoiding it.
Why sugar, coffee, or distractions often become the new “fix.”
What it really takes to break the cycle and build resilience.
Whether you're just starting out or deep in your alcohol-free journey, this one’s a must-listen.
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