Alcohol and Love Addiction With Mel Watkins

The Not Drinking Alcohol Today Podcast

*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EPISODE CONTAINS REFERENCES TO SUICIDE. PLEASE SKIP THIS EPISODE IF YOU FIND THIS TOPIC TRIGGERING OR UPSETTING*
Mel Watkins, a psychotherapist and founder of Mel Watkins Therapy, shares her deeply personal journey to sobriety, elucidating the powerful links between alcohol, love addiction, and emotional health. Through candid reflections, Mel provides valuable insights on how overcoming dependency reveals deeper issues pertinent to relationships and self-worth.
This episode offers an intimate glimpse into her world, from the chaos of her late twenties to the pandemic that eventually became a catalyst for transformative change. Mel's story is not just about overcoming addiction, but about finding clarity and relief from anxiety, depression and insecure relationships in the sober moments. Her reflections reveal the societal pressures in her hometown of Hobart, Australia, where alcohol often played a central role in seeking acceptance and belonging.
Mel and Bella take a closer look at the relationship between love, addiction, and sobriety. We engage in a heartfelt discussion about the profound effects of alcohol on personal relationships and self-awareness. By addressing personal challenges and fostering authentic connections, we celebrate the life-changing impact of sobriety.

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MEG
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1. Navigating Sobriety (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Love, Addiction, and Sobriety (00:16:19)

3. Untangling Love Addiction and Alcoholism (00:24:26)

4. Navigating Love Addiction and Sobriety (00:32:02)

5. Slow and Steady in Sobriety (00:41:34)