#272 – The Fear of Missing Out

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To stay sober, we have to shift our perceptions. When we perceive that alcohol is the best way to have fun, relax and reward ourselves, stopping will feel hard. But if our perception shifts and we see that the cost of our drinking far outweighs any benefit, we no longer feel like we are missing out. We see that alcohol is causing us to miss our lives. Listen to the episode now: Follow Us for FREE: Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify | RSS Watch to the episode now: about this episode

“FOMO turns to JOMO, the joy of missing out. I’m just so glad that I don’t drink.” In this episode, Veronica Valli and Chip discuss the fear of missing out (FOMO) and its impact on sobriety. They explore the perception of fun, the illusion of alcohol as a vehicle for fun, and the shift in perception over time. The conversation explores the concept of FOMO (fear of missing out) and its impact on sobriety. They discuss the perception of missing out on social activities, relaxation, and travel due to alcohol use as well as the transition from FOMO to JOMO (joy of missing out) and the positive experiences of sobriety.