The Sober and Happy Podcast
Have you tried everything, but you still can’t make sobriety stick? Or maybe you are sober, but you feel like there should be something more to your new sober life? There are many paths to getting sober, but whatever path you choose, quitting drinking is only the beginning. Tim has over a decade of sobriety and has gone through the journey from rehab to 12-step programs, to finally discovering his own path to recovery and happiness. He has transformed from the daily battle of trying to stay sober to learning to love himself and his life so much that he no longer needs to drink. In the Sober and Happy Podcast, you will learn how to discover yourself and blaze your own path, methods to help you along your journey to recovery, and motivation to help live a sober and happy life.
The Sober and Happy Podcast
#136: Why Getting Sober Feels So Overwhelming
Why does getting sober feel so overwhelming—even before you take the first step? In this episode, we break down the hidden reasons your brain panics when you try to make a change. From the fear of losing a coping mechanism, to the identity you’ve carried for years, to the mental fatigue of suddenly having to rethink everything in your daily routine… there are real, understandable reasons the beginning feels so hard.
We’ll talk about the “overwhelm trap,” identity lag, decision fatigue, and the myth that you need motivation before you can change. You’ll learn why your mind jumps to worst-case scenarios, why you freeze at the starting line, and why none of this means you’re broken or weak—it means you’re human.
If you’ve ever said “I’ll start tomorrow” or felt like sobriety requires becoming a totally different person overnight, this episode will help you slow things down, find your first step, and start building real momentum.
Whether you’re trying to get sober, stay sober, or finally build a life that feels good without alcohol, this conversation will help you understand what’s happening in your brain—and how to move forward one small, doable step at a time.