Sober curious? FIVE MUST READS for your sober journey. These books changed my life.

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At 31 years old I decided to turn sober and in this video I'm going to discuss 5 of the books that helped me go from sober-curious to sober!
This video is dedicated to the five books that really helped question my mindset around my relationship with alcohol. Some of the books I have read cover to cover others I am half way through with folded corners (no judgement!)
All of theses books have stuck out to me by being incredibly vulnerable and honest. The shared human experience has allowed my brain to realise I am not alone in this journey.
I would love to continue creating my sober library, so if you have any suggestions on books I should buy please pop them in the comments!
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@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

I hope you enjoy the video, leave your suggestions in the comments below ❤

@poliglotpoliglotovich6484 Жыл бұрын

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@user-gd8qd1pf8e Жыл бұрын

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@jackysugartuetue 11 ай бұрын

I enjoy you every day ❤

@julietijerina8176 Жыл бұрын

Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke is a good one to add to the list. She talks - in simple language - about what happens to our brains when we overload them with dopamine with things like alcohol. My top picks for so er books are: Quit Like a Woman This Naked Mind Dopamine Nation Been sober now for 9 months. Never slept better!

@EA-fv8dq Жыл бұрын

Starting again. This time last year I was filled with hangziety after heavy day drinking and remember thinking what does alcohol even bring to my life. I went through periods of abstinence and have significantly cut down since last year but do always feel anxious after drinking even if I just had two drinks. A year later im asking the same. What does alcohol bring to my life? Day 2 sober

@ritafranco-tw2ff Жыл бұрын

Thank you for being an inspiration to many,being able to reach many followers with your words of encouragement.Hi to Rollo.

@missdanitinks Жыл бұрын

Unexpected joy of being sober is literally life changing. Such a good book and I agree Catherine has a way with words. I've just ordered Quit like a woman by Holly Whitaker which seems a popular choice too and will hopefully help further x

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Such a wonderful book! I've added Quit Like a Woman to my list, thank you ❤

@eyeswideopenpod Жыл бұрын

I've never read any of these. Thanks for the recommendations! 💖

@lauram2697 Жыл бұрын

I’m super curious about giving up drinking, def going to order some of these books. Thanks for this x

@lynne58fernquest75 Жыл бұрын

I decided to take a 3 month break when I was 55. Three and a half years on and I haven’t look back and the benefits just keep on coming. My favourite book was Quit Like Girl by Holly Whitaker followed closely by the Unexpected Joy of Being Sober.

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

That's brilliant! thank you, I will add Quit Like a Girl to my list ❤

@time4changesorg Жыл бұрын

I have read the sober diaries as well as Catherine Gray's books. I loved Catherine’s books, especially the unexpected joy of being sober. I have read both of your books too. You bring so much to this community. It's appreciated more than you know, so thank you 💙😊

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

thank you so much 💙

@jeansmith3367 Жыл бұрын

Have read 3 of those books, plus This Naked Mind by Annie Grace - basically how we've been conditioned by society and those in the marketing of alcohol to think alcohol is a good thing. Also William Porter Alcohol Explained, how alcohol affects every aspect of your body and mind. I love The Chimp Paradox - just got Prof. Peters book A Path through the Jungle which I haven't read yet. These videos are going to be so helpful - Dry January is a few days away and hopefully many can go beyond it x

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

thank you, I will add Alcohol Explained to my list! ❤

@tmilceara9814 Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️😘🙏🏽🙏🏽 good job hubby Keep it up 🙏🏽 god always guide you every single mints ♥️

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

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@sofiafernandatorresgarcia9227 Жыл бұрын

Of course I have to read them all ❤️👍👍👍

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

So good! Hope you enjoyed mine the most 😉

@shibikakamble5996 Жыл бұрын

Hey doctor...just now started reading your book "A better day" ...no doubt it's wonderful...now thinking next is the chimp paradox...as your vedios are always inspiring... thank you ❤️

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Thank you 💙💙

@thiri1841 Жыл бұрын

Doctor, you are a very good person, I really respect you

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤

@gingertea5006 Жыл бұрын

This subject needs to be addressed and I am glad that you are talking about it.

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

thank you ❤

@elviraperes5866 Жыл бұрын

Good video, proud of you xx

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤

@pennyk4512 Жыл бұрын

'Kick the drink easily' by Jason Vale is an amazing read! This just busts every myth and excuse for taking a drink. It really gives a whole new perspective on drinking culture that society has immersed themselves in. Helped me no end make the decision that it really is poison and totally unnecessary to be a part of your life if that is your personal preference. 2 yrs booze free and best thing i ever did! Defo recommend!

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on two years sober that's amazing! I've added kick the drink easily to my list, thank you so much!

@pennyk4512 Жыл бұрын

@@DrAlexGeorge thank u! I appreciate the acknowledgement 😁. Enjoy the book, its a fab read let me know what u think 😊

@kelseylewis9678 Жыл бұрын

I’ve read a few of the recommended books but also Quit Like A Woman by Holly Whitaker. It may be titled Quit Like A Woman but it’s brilliant for anyone interested in the marketing of alcohol and how it’s manipulated society (lots of which is aimed at women). Also how AA and the term alcoholic can be so dangerous for our mental health. Some of the stats in this book blew my mind! Your videos are great - keep them coming! 🫶

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

I'm going to have to read Quit Like A Woman, it sounds brilliant!❤

@43greengirl Жыл бұрын

I read the sober diaries twice and Catherine Greys book as well, I do drink but wanted to be more mindful and cut down a bit and these were very helpful, thank you for these videos Alex they are helpful and I hope you had a good Xmas x

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

that's great, thank you!

@KidsWithCrayons Жыл бұрын

I’ve been an on and off drinker for a while and I’ve even had years of sobriety. I have to say it’s a nice way to live! Starting another alcohol free stint at the moment. I try not to put a set time on it- it takes away the feeling of failure if you do have a drink 😁

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Great advice ❤️

@emilyjames3110 Жыл бұрын

@@DrAlexGeorge they sound amazing to read

@mahuasardar669 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad to see you ☺️ ❤️

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

You too ❤

@BRA1RS Жыл бұрын

When trying to quit or cut down on drinking it is useful to learn the truth about alcohol. Someone mentioned Annie Grace, and her book This Naked Mind, which is great for this and also William Porter’s Alcohol Explained. When you know what it really does to your body and brain, you can’t un know it, and this really helps with mindset. You then don’t get so much FOMO only JOMO (the joy of missing out) 😊

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

I love the term JOMO! 💙

@chloemuddiman5152 Жыл бұрын

I went sober at 30 and it was the best decision ever for me. However, I do sometimes find it lonely now as I feel like I can’t relate to a lot of people and I often fear people might think I’m boring.

@pennyk4512 Жыл бұрын

Being sober is far from being boring, it is being free! Embrace it and feel proud of yourself, hangover free and clear headed. Wasting days of your life feeling like crap is boring lol

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Penny said it as well as I could - you've got this! You're free and clear headed! 💙

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

@@pennyk4512 absolutely love this! ❤👏

@pennyk4512 Жыл бұрын

@@DrAlexGeorge thank u 😊

@drewstephenson8138 Жыл бұрын

Alcohol Explained by William Porter is a must read for anyone who wants to understand the science behind what alcohol does to our brain and how and why people develop alcohol dependancy!

@malikahidara5525 7 ай бұрын

Bonsoir Alex Malika de Belgium s'il vous plaît où je veux trouver vos livres ici en Belgique en français merci beaucoup

@lindseyscott3384 Жыл бұрын

The Naked Mind : Annie grace - really good podcast also :)

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

That’s an awesome suggestion!

@carolinesarinibalie8638 Жыл бұрын

I watch you video doc..and I am sure enjoyed ..❤

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤

@user-kn9qv4zf3n 10 ай бұрын

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@user-mz6ci4op1r 6 ай бұрын

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@vickyjennings8976 Жыл бұрын

The Naked Mind by Annie Grace was the book that made me question everything! Highly recommend xx

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I will add it to my list!❤

@elizabethharper810 Жыл бұрын

i hope u get to do a video with sam bird and adam collard soon for your youtube channel

@marinabacekovic9454 Жыл бұрын

Did you read any book where somebody described their experiences with ADHD? I read one at the university and that could be very interesting to you, I do not have anything to recommend with alcohol but I read one about drug addiction and it was said because girl described all bad situations that happened to her, I would have to check the names of those books if somebody is interested

@DrAlexGeorge Жыл бұрын

thank you for your message, those books sound incredibly interesting!

@marinabacekovic9454 Жыл бұрын

@@DrAlexGeorge book about drug is Back on Track: Diary of a Street Kid by Margaret Clark

@marinabacekovic9454 Жыл бұрын

@@DrAlexGeorge book about ADHD is hyperactive dreamers by Marko Ferek, enjoy in reading :)

@suedarvey9221 Жыл бұрын

Just ordered some of the books in the library

@marinabacekovic9454 Жыл бұрын

@@suedarvey9221 enjoy in reading :)