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Ep 7 - Cravings Explained: 3 Stories That Help People Understand Addiction

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Episode Title: "Cravings Explained: 3 Stories That Help People Understand Addiction."

Have you ever felt judged by someone who says, “Just stop drinking,” or “If you loved me, you would quit”? If so, this episode is for you—and for the people in your life who just don’t seem to get it.

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of Sobriety Now What?, host Stuart Cline—master’s level addictions counselor and success coach with over 25 years of experience—shares three powerful stories that bring the emotional and physical intensity of addiction and cravings to life.

Whether you're newly sober, a seasoned traveler on the path of recovery, or someone who loves a person in recovery, these stories offer fresh language and metaphors to foster empathy, reduce judgment, and strengthen connection. You’ll hear:

  • Beers and Bikinis – a story that uses relatable temptation to help loved ones understand what it’s like to face cravings at home.
  • Living on the Edge – an evocative metaphor comparing cravings to unresolved passion, capturing the physical tension many experience.
  • Stop the Sneeze – a universal and sensory metaphor to show just how uncontrollable and consuming cravings can feel.

These stories aren’t just informative—they’re transformative. They’re meant to be shared with the people in your life who need a new way to understand addiction.

🎧 Takeaway & Action Step: Pick one story and share it with someone close to you. See how it opens the door to deeper compassion and support.

Whether you're staying sober for a day, a week, or a lifetime, you're not alone—and your experience matters.

Let me know if you’d like a shorter version for Instagram or social media captions too!

Invitation to consider at least one helpful piece of information to help them thrive in their sobriety and to share with podcast with others and to follow and email questions.

Support the show

Website:
www.Sobrietynowwhat.com
Also, check out my blog at:
www.Boostyourspirit.com
Please EMAIL me topics that you would like to learn more about at:
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Please Like, Subscribe and Share
Please help me get the word out about sobriety now what and share it with 3 or more people.
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Disclaimer:
This podcast does not replace seeing a mental health counselor or doctor. Tools, techniques and strategies differ with each person and I can not guarantee they will work for you. Any information given in this podcast is only for educational purposes and is not therapy. Even though I am a licensed therapist. This podcast does not constitute therapy or life coaching and this podcast does not make me your therapist or coach.

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Absolutely! Here’s a compelling and supportive podcast episode description you can post for your listeners:

Episode Title: "Cravings Explained: 3 Stories That Help People Understand Addiction."

Have you ever felt judged by someone who says, “Just stop drinking,” or “If you loved me, you would quit”? If so, this episode is for you—and for the people in your life who just don’t seem to get it.

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of Sobriety Now What?, host Stuart Cline—master’s level addictions counselor and success coach with over 25 years of experience—shares three powerful stories that bring the emotional and physical intensity of addiction and cravings to life.

Whether you're newly sober, a seasoned traveler on the path of recovery, or someone who loves a person in recovery, these stories offer fresh language and metaphors to foster empathy, reduce judgment, and strengthen connection. You’ll hear:

  • Beers and Bikinis – a story that uses relatable temptation to help loved ones understand what it’s like to face cravings at home.
  • Living on the Edge – an evocative metaphor comparing cravings to unresolved passion, capturing the physical tension many experience.
  • Stop the Sneeze – a universal and sensory metaphor to show just how uncontrollable and consuming cravings can feel.

These stories aren’t just informative—they’re transformative. They’re meant to be shared with the people in your life who need a new way to understand addiction.

🎧 Takeaway & Action Step: Pick one story and share it with someone close to you. See how it opens the door to deeper compassion and support.

Whether you're staying sober for a day, a week, or a lifetime, you're not alone—and your experience matters.

Let me know if you’d like a shorter version for Instagram or social media captions too!

Invitation to consider at least one helpful piece of information to help them thrive in their sobriety and to share with podcast with others and to follow and email questions.

Support the show

Website:
www.Sobrietynowwhat.com
Also, check out my blog at:
www.Boostyourspirit.com
Please EMAIL me topics that you would like to learn more about at:
[email protected] -
Please Like, Subscribe and Share
Please help me get the word out about sobriety now what and share it with 3 or more people.
I would love to hear from you!

Disclaimer:
This podcast does not replace seeing a mental health counselor or doctor. Tools, techniques and strategies differ with each person and I can not guarantee they will work for you. Any information given in this podcast is only for educational purposes and is not therapy. Even though I am a licensed therapist. This podcast does not constitute therapy or life coaching and this podcast does not make me your therapist or coach.

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