Unpacking The Science Of Sobriety With Gillian Tietz

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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety Sonia and Kathleen get into the intricacies of sobriety with the insightful Gillian Tietz from the Sober Powered Podcast This conversation sheds light on the nuanced relationship between biochemistry personal experiences and alcohol use disorder aiming to provide listeners with a deeper understanding and relatable perspectives on sobriety The episode teases out broad discussions on prevalent myths surrounding willpower in addiction the significant roles of anger management and crisis intervention in recovery and the biochemical effects of alcohol on the brain These topics promise to unravel misconceptions and offer new insights into the journey toward sobriety Listeners can expect to walk away with key educational takeaways on how alcohol affects the brain contributing to the challenge of quitting drinking With Gill s background in biochemistry and her own journey to sobriety she brings a unique blend of expertise and personal insight making complex scientific concepts accessible to all The discussion aims to empower listeners with knowledge on the underlying causes of addiction and the brain s ability to recover highlighting the importance of support and community in the path to sobriety Gillian Tietz host of the Sober Powered Podcast and a chemistry professor with a specialization in biochemistry brings her personal experience and scientific expertise to the table Having started her podcast to share how she overcame her struggle with alcohol using her scientific background Gill offers a perspective that is educational empowering and deeply personal This is Sisters in Sobriety the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol Check out our substack for extra tips tricks and resources to aid in your journey Get In Touch With Gill Podcast https www soberpowered comInstagram https www instagram com sober poweredHighlights 00 02 16 Gill s mission to demystify alcohol s effects on the brain explained 00 03 33 Gill shares her personal journey to sobriety highlighting her late start to drinking 00 04 56 The role of grad school in intensifying Gill s drinking habits 00 07 57 Discussion on the early consequences of Gill s drinking and her initial denial 00 09 00 Sonia and Kathleen relate their experiences with alcohol in academic and professional settings 00 10 09 Gill confronts the reality of her increasing tolerance and its implications 00 11 34 Examination of willpower in the context of addiction and the myths surrounding it 00 14 32 Exploring the vulnerabilities and factors that predispose individuals to addiction 00 17 00 How drinking affects brain adaptability and decision-making processes 00 19 11 Gill discusses the critical phase of brain development in teens and its susceptibility to alcohol 00 20 26 Long-term effects of alcohol on brain function and recovery challenges 00 23 58 The importance of time and lifestyle changes in recalibrating the brain s reward system 00 25 14 Discussion on activities that may aid in the brain s healing process 00 28 41 Clarification on the concept of cycles of detox and its impact on addiction recovery 00 32 35 Gill s stance on moderation versus abstinence for people with a history of problem drinking 00 34 36 Comparison of the brain s response to drugs and alcohol and the similarities in addiction mechanisms 00 35 23 The concept of behavioral addictions and the challenges they pose in recovery LinksSisters In Sobriety Substack – find more tips tricks resources and communitySisters In Sobriety EmailSonia s EverBlume WebsiteSonia s EverBlume InstagramKathleen s Website Kathleen does not endorse any products mentioned in this podcastKathleen s Instagram Click here to visit this podcast episode