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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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.
Alcohol and Cortisol: Extra Stress and Extra Cravings (E249)
Discover how stress triggers drinking and relapse. Learn about cortisol's role, its effects during withdrawal, and when your stress response can recover in sobriety.
You Can’t Be Comfortable AND Stay Sober (E248)
Discover the uncomfortable truths and challenges of sobriety. This episode offers insights on stepping out of your comfort zone and finding growth in discomfort.
Sober Sleep is the Best Sleep, But Not Right Away (E247)
Ready for the best sleep of your life? This episode reveals how alcohol impacts your rest and what to expect when you embrace sobriety for better sleep.
Alcohol and Dementia (E246)
Learn about heavy drinking and its link to dementia. This episode covers brain damage, wet brain, and practical tips to safeguard your health.
Want to Stay Sober? You Need to Be Consistent (E245)
Discover why prioritizing sobriety is essential for lasting change. Join me as I explore consistency, commitment, and actionable steps to stay sober.
Boredom in Sobriety (E244)
Discover why boredom often strikes after quitting drinking and explore effective strategies to manage it.
Emotional Eating After Quitting Drinking (E243)
Discover the connection between emotional eating and sobriety. Learn research-backed tips and advice to help you navigate your cravings effectively.
The Science of Making Good Habits in Long Term Sobriety (E242)
Discover how to break unhealthy habits and build new ones! Learn about the brain's habit-forming process and effective strategies for lasting change.
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.
5 Mindset Shifts to Help You Stay Sober (That Aren’t Stupid) (E229)
Discover how your thoughts shape your reality. Join us as we explore 5 mindset shifts to maintain sobriety and the power of perspective in overcoming challenges.
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
Using Alcohol To Escape Your Life (E226)
Learn about the connection between escapism, alcohol use, and life satisfaction in this eye-opening episode. Get curious about the reasons behind your desire to check out and how it impacts your well-being.
5 Strategies for Dealing with Relapses and Getting Back on Track (E225)
Understand triggers and the warning signs of relapse. Learn how to recognize and prevent relapse by implementing prevention strategies.
Alcohol Makes Your Brain Stop Working (E224)
Learn how alcohol alters your brain's connections, trapping you in a cycle of drinking. Find out how to break free from this pattern and regain control of your higher-order thinking skills for a healthier lifestyle.
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.
Six Neurotransmitters That Get Messed Up By Alcohol (E222)
Learn about the impact of alcohol on your brain's important systems like Glutamate, GABA, Dopamine, Norepinephrine, Serotonin, and the HPA axis. Find out how they are affected and how they recover in sobriety.
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.