Sobertown Podcast EP 136: Erica Spiegelman Author of ”Rewired”
Oct 18, 2021
Erica Spiegelman, an addiction specialist and author of the groundbreaking book "Rewired," shares her transformative journey from substance abuse to recovery. She discusses the emotional masks people wear, her experience in rehab, and how she found purpose in counseling. Erica emphasizes the importance of neuroplasticity and the shift in language from 'I can't' to 'I choose not to.' With insights on setting boundaries, practicing gratitude, and building a recovery routine, she provides practical tools for achieving emotional and spiritual sobriety.
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From Teen Drinking To An Internal Bottom
- Erica Spiegelman began drinking at 13 and later spiraled into daily alcoholism in college and her twenties.
- She remembers a vivid morning at 25 when she prayed for change and called that her internal bottom.
Masks Formed By Missing Emotional Attunement
- Early emotional attunement failures teach people to wear masks and mirror others' expectations instead of expressing true feelings.
- Recovery requires honoring authentic emotions and unlearning the masked identity formed in childhood.
Build A Routine To Replace Drinking
- Create a strict daily routine that supports sobriety like early wakeups, exercise, healthy meals, and consistent bedtime.
- Use small rituals (shoes by the door, running clothes ready) to remove friction and reinforce recovery.
