How to Know If You Have a Drinking Problem — Real Recovery Tools That Work

<p>Do you have a good relationship with alcohol — or are you just used to it? </p><p></p><p>In this episode of ShameOver, the podcast about drinking less and living on purpose, Erica Mallery continues her conversation with <b>Alex Clapp</b>, founder of <b>Claritee Circle,</b> digging into the practical, day-to-day tools that actually support long-term sobriety and behavior change.</p><p></p><p>Alex shares the simple self-assessment question he asks anyone questioning their drinking, why "wanting" to change and "committing" to change are two completely different things, and how his all-or-nothing personality nearly worked against his own recovery. </p><p></p><p>You'll hear how he built sustainable non-negotiables (without setting himself up to fail), what actually helped him manage cravings and unexpected triggers, and why acceptance — not willpower alone — became the foundation of staying sober.</p><p></p><p>This episode also takes a surprising turn into phone and technology addiction, and why avoiding discomfort — whether it's alcohol, scrolling, or snacking — is one of the biggest hidden struggles of modern life.</p><p></p><p>Whether you're sober curious, actively working on drinking less, or supporting someone in recovery, this episode is full of real, usable tools for building a healthier relationship with alcohol and yourself.</p><p></p><p><b>In this episode, you'll learn:</b></p><ul><li>A simple self-assessment for evaluating your relationship with alcohol</li><li>The real difference between wanting to change and committing to change</li><li>How to build sustainable habits instead of all-or-nothing rules</li><li>Tools for managing sobriety triggers and unexpected cravings</li><li>Why phone and technology addiction mirrors substance addiction</li><li>How avoiding discomfort keeps unhealthy patterns alive</li></ul><p></p><p>Listen, subscribe, and follow ShameOver for more real, judgment-free conversations about drinking less and living with intention.</p><p></p><p><b>Connect with Alex and Claritee Circle:</b><br /> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.clariteegroup.co.uk" target="_blank">http://www.clariteegroup.co.uk</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.claritee-group.cirlce.so" target="_blank">www.claritee-group.cirlce.so</a><br /><br /><b>Connect with Erica + ShameOver:<br /></b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://stan.store/ShameOver/p/selftember-gy3shl2c" target="_blank">https://stan.store/ShameOver/p/selftember-gy3shl2c</a><br /><br />Take the <i>What Type of Drinker Are You? </i>Quiz here:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://shameover.me/quiz" target="_blank">https://shameover.me/quiz</a><br /><br />*This episode is #2 of a 3-Part Series.<br /><br />As always, today's conversation is educational in nature and should not replace individualized medical advice from your healthcare provider.</p>