EP 192: Commitment vs Willpower in Sobriety - Sober Baddies

In this book, Mark Manson argues against the typical self-help advice of constant positivity, instead suggesting that life's struggles give it meaning. He emphasizes the need to focus on what truly matters and to accept and confront painful truths. The book is divided into nine chapters and uses blunt honesty and profanity to illustrate its ideas, encouraging readers to find meaning through values they can control and to replace uncontrollable values with more meaningful ones.

This Naked Mind offers a new, positive solution to alcohol dependence by presenting the psychological and neurological components of alcohol use based on the latest science. Annie Grace reveals the cultural, social, and industry factors that support alcohol dependence and provides guidance on how to align one’s subconscious brain with their conscious desire to quit drinking. The book includes personal anecdotes, scientific insights, and practical advice to help readers break free from alcohol’s grip without feeling deprived or miserable.

In 'Quit Like a Woman,' Holly Whitaker presents a fresh and feminist perspective on sobriety. The book is part memoir, part self-help, and critiques the alcohol industry and traditional recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. Whitaker argues that sobriety is a radical choice, especially for women, and proposes a holistic approach to recovery that includes mindfulness, self-love, and addressing the root causes of addiction. She also highlights the societal and cultural factors that contribute to women's drinking habits and advocates for a more inclusive and empowering recovery process.