EP 45: Why I Don't Call Myself An Alcoholic Anymore
Description
What happens when a word that once saved you stops fitting?
In this raw and deeply personal solo episode, Kate opens up about one of the most controversial topics in recovery: why she no longer calls herself an alcoholic. After years in 12-step rooms and studying addiction as a psychiatric nurse, she’s unpacked what this label means medically, psychologically, and spiritually, and why it no longer reflects who she is today.
Kate explores the evolution of her own recovery, the science behind addiction and neuroplasticity, and how healing changes not just your habits but your identity. This episode challenges old narratives while holding space for every path that keeps people sober, reminding listeners that recovery is personal and growth means you get to change your mind.
In this episode, Kate talks about:
- Why she no longer identifies with the word alcoholic
- What neuroscience reveals about addiction and recovery
- How sobriety evolves from survival to self-trust
- The role of language and identity in long-term healing
- Why we must respect all recovery paths, even when they differ from our own
Kate reminds us that sobriety isn’t about the label you wear. It’s about the life you build beyond it.
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