Feeling the Void: Understanding Unhealthy Habits with Colleen Kachmann

In this episode of the Feel the Void podcast, host Roberta interviews Colleen Kachmann, a coach specializing in recovery from alcohol use disorder. Colleen shares her journey of daily drinking for nearly 30 years, how she became aware of her addiction, and the misconceptions surrounding alcohol consumption. She emphasizes that alcohol use disorder is more of a thinking problem than a drinking problem, highlighting the subconscious process driven by habit and stress. Colleen also discusses her approach to helping clients, which involves a shift towards mental health and happiness, rather than focusing solely on sobriety. She introduces a six-element process aimed at changing mindset, self-coaching, dopamine regulation, and emotional sobriety. Additionally, Colleen talks about the importance of addressing one's internal narrative and forming a healthier relationship with oneself. The podcast touches on the impact of societal expectations on women and the importance of conscious choice in mental and emotional health. Colleen advocates for self-awareness, managing one's mind, and the power of changing one's narrative to live a fulfilled life.

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