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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Sober Powered Episodes
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The Self-Worth Ceiling: How Low Self-Esteem Fuels Self-Sabotage (E301)
Are you holding yourself back? Explore the self-worth ceiling and understand the motivations behind your behavior in order to make lasting change.
Feeling Like a Normal Person Again After 8-10 Months (E302)
Learn about the 4 brain changes that help you feel normal again during the healing process from alcohol use disorder.
How Problem Drinking Develops and Escalates (E300)
Are you questioning your drinking habits? Learn about the signs of problematic drinking, drinking motives, and the effects of cycles of withdrawal.
Social Drinking: Drinking to Fit In (E299)
Get clear on the motives behind social drinking and how they impact sobriety. Learn how to make socializing easier without relying on alcohol.
Coping Drinking: Drinking to Feel Less (E298)
Explore the impact of daily drinking on stress management. Understand the brain's response and find out what happens when you take the first step to quit.
Enhancement Drinking: Drinking to Feel More (E297)
Understand how and why alcohol enhances experiences and why sobriety can feel dull. Learn mindset shifts to navigate fun without drinking and how to tackle the “fun now” urge.
The Science of Why We Drink: An Overview of Drinking Motives (E296)
Are you drinking for fun or to escape? This episode will help you understand your drinking motives and teach you how to navigate your emotions without relying on alcohol.
The Feeling of Lost Time From All the Years We Spent Drinking (E295)
Feeling like you wasted years drinking? Understand why this hits hard in early sobriety and learn to transform regret into meaning and opportunity in your life.
Why Stress and Emotions Feel Intolerable Without Alcohol (E294)
Learn how emotional reactivity hinders sobriety. Understand the science behind stress, cravings, and coping skills to break the cycle of relapse for good.
Tolerance and the Disappearing Buzz (E293)
Ever wonder why your drinks don't hit the same anymore? Learn about the science of alcohol tolerance and how it changes your experience over time.
Tolerance and the Disappearing Buzz (E293)
Frustrated by your inability to stop at one drink? Learn about alcohol's impact on the brain and why moderation isn't just about willpower.
Why You May Still Crave Alcohol Long Term, and Why No Cravings Doesn’t Mean You’re “Cured” (E291)
Learn why alcohol cravings persist in sobriety and how they reflect your brain's state. Understand their persistence, brain activity, and how to maintain steady recovery despite ups and downs.
How to Quit Drinking Without Hitting Rock Bottom (E290)
Can you get sober without hitting rock bottom? Learn the three key habits that hold you back and actionable steps to find your "enough" moment.
Emotional Tunnel Vision: When Little Problems are a Big Deal (E289)
In sobriety, minor stressors can feel monumental. Learn more about where tunnel vision from and and strategies to regain focus and manage everyday stressors effectively.
How to “Sit With It” Without Avoiding, Suppressing, Ruminating, or Escaping (E288)
Sobriety can be tough, especially when managing emotions. This episode explores effective ways to cope and thrive without resorting to unhealthy habits.
Are You “Strong Enough” or Just Stubborn? (Self-Control & Willpower) (E287)
Discover why willpower alone won't keep you sober. Learn effective strategies to rewire your brain and break free from the cycle of alcohol dependency.
5 Year Podversary Q&A (E286 Part 2)
Join me for a special Q&A episode. We talk about my story, my work, my gaming history, book writing, what I've noticed in the sober community, and more! Thanks to everyone who submitted questions.
How This Podcast Changed My Life (Happy 5 Years to Sober Powered) (E286)
Explore how my podcast began and its role in my sobriety journey. Learn about overcoming work addiction and embracing change. Don't miss part 2 where I answer your questions!
How Exercise Helps Your Brain and Body Heal From Alcohol (and How to Get Started) (E285)
Explore the healing power of exercise in recovery. Find out how to build a routine, resist cravings, and avoid the weight loss obsession.
Reward Substitution: Healthy vs. Harmful Replacements for Alcohol (E284)
Have you replaced alcohol with other habits? Listen in as we explore the process of finding healthier coping mechanisms and emotional relief.