It is wonderful to see how much Millie has grown and become a wonderful wife and mother. Well done. It is not easy to grow up under the glare of the spotlight.👋👋
Being jealous of non-drinkers and wondering how on earth they manage to function without alcohol is so true. When you're in the grip of alcoholism you just can't imagine being able to do anything without it. It just becomes such a crutch, especially socially - as Millie says it's linked in with low self-esteem. You drink to bolster yourself and become more gregarious and then the lift it gives you makes you want to have more and more. Then you over do it and wake up feeling awful and need to drink again to quell the shame and anxiety. Such an exhausting and costly cycle. But also you don't want to admit that you don't have control of your life so you minimise it. Apparently on average it takes an addict 18 years before they seek treatment, which sounds about right for Millie as it sounds like she had a problem from the very first time she imbibed. Congrats Millie, not everyone manages to get sober, just keep in mind the worst times, so you're not tempted to go back.
Great interview, love Millie and really respect her journey. I totally relate to her. Also sober - 6+ years. The description of her symptoms describes alcoholism but she says she is not an alcoholic, as she doesn't 'drink everyday to get through the day'. (It's just important to know that you do not need to drink every day to be classed as an alcoholic.) Alcoholism by definition, is loss of control once you start. You can stay stopped for a while and restart. Nothing wrong with being an 'alcoholic,' It is just a word. A word to describe the kind of drinking she has described. Yes the word has some shame attached to it, but we alcoholics own the word to lose the shame and break the stigma. I think it's detrimental to deny actually being an alcoholic for a lot of people, the acknowledgment is important, and AA is the only way a lot of people get sober.
I really wrack my brains as to how people can send their children to boarding school? so many adults grow up and express abandonment issues from being sent to boarding school at such a young age. It's really sad.
Hey, let's get real for a sec. Cutting out sugar completely? That's just bonkers. Your body needs sugar-it's the main fuel for your brain and muscles. This new trend of ditching sugar entirely? It's not about health; it's more like the start of an eating disorder. So, before you jump on the no-sugar bandwagon, remember: your body relies on glucose to function properly.
Alcohol has an overall depressive affect on our nervous system and our bodies. We stop doing other things like properly digesting food when alcohol is in our system as our body prioritises getting rid of it, over getting rid of food. None of us should drink (I don't), but anyone with mental health sensitivities really should avoid it completely.
Bless you , you must be so😢to have to write such a mean comment. Which is completely un true. Something that might help you to understand is that if you feel the need to say this about them both, is that ‘ maybe you could do a lot better than being an attention seeker’ ! Im not saying that about you. You have basically just said that about yourself. I send you love ❤️ and light , and pray 🙏 you will get through whatever made you feel the need do say this x Thank you Fearn and Mille , very honest and helpful podcast.
A very honest discussion which will hopefully help other young women to seek help with similar issues and not feel ashamed for being unwell.
It is wonderful to see how much Millie has grown and become a wonderful wife and mother. Well done. It is not easy to grow up under the glare of the spotlight.👋👋
Great chat. She was really honest and open. X
Very well spoken young lady. Her story echos my own x
Being jealous of non-drinkers and wondering how on earth they manage to function without alcohol is so true. When you're in the grip of alcoholism you just can't imagine being able to do anything without it. It just becomes such a crutch, especially socially - as Millie says it's linked in with low self-esteem. You drink to bolster yourself and become more gregarious and then the lift it gives you makes you want to have more and more. Then you over do it and wake up feeling awful and need to drink again to quell the shame and anxiety. Such an exhausting and costly cycle. But also you don't want to admit that you don't have control of your life so you minimise it. Apparently on average it takes an addict 18 years before they seek treatment, which sounds about right for Millie as it sounds like she had a problem from the very first time she imbibed. Congrats Millie, not everyone manages to get sober, just keep in mind the worst times, so you're not tempted to go back.
Great interview, love Millie and really respect her journey. I totally relate to her. Also sober - 6+ years. The description of her symptoms describes alcoholism but she says she is not an alcoholic, as she doesn't 'drink everyday to get through the day'. (It's just important to know that you do not need to drink every day to be classed as an alcoholic.) Alcoholism by definition, is loss of control once you start. You can stay stopped for a while and restart. Nothing wrong with being an 'alcoholic,' It is just a word. A word to describe the kind of drinking she has described. Yes the word has some shame attached to it, but we alcoholics own the word to lose the shame and break the stigma. I think it's detrimental to deny actually being an alcoholic for a lot of people, the acknowledgment is important, and AA is the only way a lot of people get sober.
I think she is rightly doing what works for her, each journey is unique x
Really interesting to hear from Millie about her anxiety and panic attacks.
Turning 30 this year and been through really similar stuff!
Isn’t Millie beautiful, I think she’s lovely & often played a person she’s not!
I really wrack my brains as to how people can send their children to boarding school? so many adults grow up and express abandonment issues from being sent to boarding school at such a young age. It's really sad.
If people have an issue with you not drinking, THEY are the issue
Does anyone know where Millie’s earings are from? I need them!
So brave for sharing. ❤
Can’t get over how beautiful she looks
Such a beautiful and strong soul 🙏🏻💖💖💖🙏🏻✨✨✨
Hey, let's get real for a sec. Cutting out sugar completely? That's just bonkers. Your body needs sugar-it's the main fuel for your brain and muscles.
This new trend of ditching sugar entirely? It's not about health; it's more like the start of an eating disorder.
So, before you jump on the no-sugar bandwagon, remember: your body relies on glucose to function properly.
It’s it cutting out processed sugars rather than natural sugars?
Does anyone know where her earrings are from? 😊
boots
RIXO, unfortunately, they are out of stock
We drink alcohol to solve the depression and anxiety then the anxiety and depression gets worse and worse alcohol is poison
Alcohol has an overall depressive affect on our nervous system and our bodies. We stop doing other things like properly digesting food when alcohol is in our system as our body prioritises getting rid of it, over getting rid of food. None of us should drink (I don't), but anyone with mental health sensitivities really should avoid it completely.
A bit insensitive to be like oh I’m hungover and unprofessional
Millie the attention seeker as always. Fearne you could do alot better, with real people .
Wow! Millie and Fearne are both non-judgmental and kind.
Just don’t watch. You’re not obliged to. Scroll on and touch grass instead.
Bless you , you must be so😢to have to write such a mean comment. Which is completely un true.
Something that might help you to understand is that if you feel the need to say this about them both, is that ‘ maybe you could do a lot better than being an attention seeker’ ! Im not saying that about you. You have basically just said that about yourself. I send you love ❤️ and light , and pray 🙏 you will get through whatever made you feel the need do say this x
Thank you Fearn and Mille , very honest and helpful podcast.
You might not like the fact that she's privileged but believe or not she is a "real" person
Someone else who clearly needs to give up the sauce and get out in the fresh air!