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

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  • @DrAlexGeorge
    @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому +13

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

    • @poliglotpoliglotovich6484
      @poliglotpoliglotovich6484 2 роки тому

    • @FhweFhwe
      @FhweFhwe Рік тому

      နင့်ပံုကိုသံုးပြီးမြန်မာနိူင်ငံကကောင်တွေဝိုင်းလိမ်နေတယ် အရေးယူပါ

    • @jackysugartuetue
      @jackysugartuetue Рік тому

      I enjoy you every day ❤

  • @julietijerina8176
    @julietijerina8176 Рік тому +5

    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!

  • @eyeswideopenpod
    @eyeswideopenpod Рік тому +2

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

  • @ritafranco-tw2ff
    @ritafranco-tw2ff Рік тому +1

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

  • @EA-fv8dq
    @EA-fv8dq Рік тому +3

    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

  • @missdanitinks
    @missdanitinks 2 роки тому +5

    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
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому +2

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

  • @lauram2697
    @lauram2697 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @sofiafernandatorresgarcia9227
    @sofiafernandatorresgarcia9227 2 роки тому +3

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

    • @DrAlexGeorge
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому

      So good! Hope you enjoyed mine the most 😉

  • @thiri1841
    @thiri1841 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @time4changesorg
    @time4changesorg 2 роки тому +1

    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 💙😊

  • @lynne58fernquest75
    @lynne58fernquest75 2 роки тому +4

    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
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому

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

    • @dianabrowninvestigates
      @dianabrowninvestigates Місяць тому

      I’ve just turned 56 and stopped drinking 3 months ago without any sort of plan or long term aim…I’m definitely not going to drink for the rest of the year and maybe I won’t drink again - I’m reluctant to say to anyone that I don’t want to drink again because I can already see the eye rolling, and then if I do ever drink again I know some people who’ll be really gratified I failed - not everyone, but I know which ones will be glad to see me fail. Weirdly, my husband isn’t really talking about it (he only drinks moderately at the weekends), but he does keep bringing me interesting non-alcoholic drinks from M&S! I’m currently reading Quit Like a Girl.

    • @dianabrowninvestigates
      @dianabrowninvestigates Місяць тому

      Lynn, how long did it take for you to feel joy/pleasure in things again? I know that I feel better than I did, but I’m emotionally very flat and haven’t managed to feel motivated, energetic or joyful yet.

    • @dianabrowninvestigates
      @dianabrowninvestigates Місяць тому

      Edit : Quit like a Woman!

  • @jeansmith3367
    @jeansmith3367 2 роки тому +4

    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
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому

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

  • @tmilceara9814
    @tmilceara9814 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @elviraperes5866
    @elviraperes5866 2 роки тому +2

    Good video, proud of you xx

  • @gingertea5006
    @gingertea5006 2 роки тому

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

  • @shibikakamble5996
    @shibikakamble5996 2 роки тому +2

    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 ❤️

  • @pennyk4512
    @pennyk4512 2 роки тому +2

    '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
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому

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

    • @pennyk4512
      @pennyk4512 2 роки тому

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

  • @mahuasardar669
    @mahuasardar669 2 роки тому +1

    I'm glad to see you ☺️ ❤️

  • @43greengirl
    @43greengirl 2 роки тому +1

    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

  • @drewstephenson8138
    @drewstephenson8138 2 роки тому +1

    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!

  • @kelseylewis9678
    @kelseylewis9678 2 роки тому +3

    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
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому

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

  • @KidsWithCrayons
    @KidsWithCrayons 2 роки тому +1

    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 😁

  • @carolinesarinibalie8638
    @carolinesarinibalie8638 2 роки тому

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

  • @chloemuddiman5152
    @chloemuddiman5152 2 роки тому

    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
      @pennyk4512 2 роки тому +2

      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
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому +1

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

    • @DrAlexGeorge
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому +1

      @@pennyk4512 absolutely love this! ❤👏

    • @pennyk4512
      @pennyk4512 2 роки тому

      @@DrAlexGeorge thank u 😊

  • @lindseyscott3384
    @lindseyscott3384 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @BRA1RS
    @BRA1RS 2 роки тому

    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) 😊

  • @JeanjiraJira
    @JeanjiraJira Рік тому

    ❤❤

  • @elizabethharper810
    @elizabethharper810 2 роки тому

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

  • @nandarsoe6474
    @nandarsoe6474 2 роки тому

    I ❤

  • @rosanadossantossouza8797
    @rosanadossantossouza8797 2 роки тому +1

    Amei 😍😍😍

  • @marinabacekovic9454
    @marinabacekovic9454 2 роки тому

    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
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому +1

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

    • @marinabacekovic9454
      @marinabacekovic9454 2 роки тому

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

    • @marinabacekovic9454
      @marinabacekovic9454 2 роки тому

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

    • @suedarvey9221
      @suedarvey9221 2 роки тому +1

      Just ordered some of the books in the library

    • @marinabacekovic9454
      @marinabacekovic9454 2 роки тому

      @@suedarvey9221 enjoy in reading :)

  • @helenabeauty9225
    @helenabeauty9225 2 роки тому +1

    👌🏻❤️

  • @vickyjennings8976
    @vickyjennings8976 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @DrAlexGeorge
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you, I will add it to my list!❤

  • @Linhtet-ge4fy
    @Linhtet-ge4fy 2 роки тому

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  • @malikahidara5525
    @malikahidara5525 Рік тому

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

  • @ialakinnop2962
    @ialakinnop2962 2 роки тому

    ❤❤☺☺

  • @finayes1485
    @finayes1485 2 роки тому

    there’s Dr Alex George asking an Apple Card 😊

  • @tiffcat1100
    @tiffcat1100 2 роки тому

    ❤🐶❤

  • @Cmcscobri
    @Cmcscobri 2 роки тому

    'Sober on a Drunk Planet' I found very interesting

    • @DrAlexGeorge
      @DrAlexGeorge  2 роки тому

      Amazing thank you, I've added to my list! ❤

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    People use your photos to play tiktok too.

  • @joseduranjr4963
    @joseduranjr4963 Рік тому

    ALEX, PLEASE CONTACT ME IT’S URGENT

  • @KaewJai-m3d
    @KaewJai-m3d 11 місяців тому

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