This Is Us Sober: Recent Episodes
This Is Us Sober
Welcome to the This is Us Sober Podcast. We're Sarah and Steph, two women from opposite sides of the world who have found each other in sobriety.
We want to create a community and culture where sobriety is something to be proud of. Please join us every week to hear our take on all things sober. On the other side of yearning for a drink and hangxiety is self-assurance, clarity, health and drive.
You are not alone, let's make sobriety the fun choice!
Did you find yourself becoming the person your friends relied on for fun during your drinking days? Join your host Steph and guest Ricky, the first official fan of the podcast. They delve into their past as garage drinkers, exploring the culture of enabling and the illusion of normalcy. Ricky shares his inspiring journey to sobriety, shedding light on the transformation he experienced and the newfound sense of purpose in supporting others in the sober community. Tune in to gain insights, reclaim time, and discover the power of sobriety in reshaping lives.
Show Notes
Connect with Ricky on Instagram @soberdogg0311
Connect with Steph on InstagramInstagram (@this.is.steph.sober)
Read Steph's blogThis is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
What is the true essence of tough love? In this episode, we unravel the true essence of tough love through the lens of Katherine's extraordinary journey. Join host Steph as she engages in a heartfelt conversation with Katherine, exploring the profound impact of tough love on her personal transformation. Through intimate anecdotes and reflections, Katherine shares her remarkable story, highlighting how tough love, when grounded in love and genuine concern, became the guiding force that propelled her towards lasting sobriety. Prepare to be inspired as Katherine's experiences shed light on the transformative power of compassion, setting boundaries, and embracing personal growth.
Show Notes
Connect with guest Katherine on Instagram @no.wine.in.the.carpool.line
Connect with Steph on Instagram Instagram (@this.is.steph.sober)
Read Steph's blogThis is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Are you ready to transform your life through sobriety and fitness? Join host Steph as she welcomes special guest Beth Feraco, a nutrition and fitness coach, to candidly explore their personal journeys. How did sobriety and fitness save them both? Get ready for an eye-opening discussion as Steph and Beth unravel the complexities of the diet industry and reveal the simplicity behind maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Plus, learn valuable tips for conquering those pesky sugar cravings. Tune in now and embark on a journey of transformation!
Show notes
You can find Beth's website here
Listen to Beth on the Podcast Cut the Crap
Welcome to the worlds #1 No BS Health & Fitness Podcast! The fitness industry is full of harmful, incorrect information. Beth and Matt are both "NO BS" Health & Fitness Coaches that are dedicated to busting myths and helping you reach your goals without following trendy diets and fads that DO NOT WORK. Let's make fitness fun and accessible for everyone!
Follow Beth on Instagram @bethferacofitness
Connect with Steph on Instagram @this.is.steph.sober)
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Discover the transformative impact of sobriety on marriages in this captivating episode. Join your host, Steph, and her friend, Louisa, as they delve into their personal experiences and explore how removing alcohol from the equation has significantly eased tensions in their respective marriages. Uncover the detrimental role alcohol can play in exacerbating disagreements between spouses and gain valuable insights into the shifting dynamics when alcohol is no longer at the forefront. If you've ever wondered about the profound effects of alcohol or its absence on your marriage, this enlightening conversation is a must-listen. Tune in now and witness the power of sobriety in fostering healthier relationships.
Show Notes
Connect with guest Louisa on Instagram @stepping_into_sobriety
Connect with Steph on Instagram @this.is.steph.sober
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
If I didn't laugh I would cry. That's the way Steph's guest Pearl views her drinking days. And while she takes sobriety very seriously, she uses her musical talents along with her amazing sense of humor to create jingles and skits to call out big alcohol and all the ways it has done her wrong. If you find humor your go to coping skill, you will want to give this episode a listen.Show Notes:Follow Pear on Instagram @rock_bottomed_girlConnect with Steph on Instagram Instagram (@this.is.steph.sober)Read Steph's blog This is Steph SoberEmail: steph@thisisstephsober.com
We all used alcohol to forget about life for awhile. But what if you created a life you don't want to escape? Join your host Steph as she shares how she did just that by getting sober. If you find you're in a rut and are using alcohol to escape, this episode may inspire you to make a change.
Show Notes
Connect with Steph on Instagram Instagram (@this.is.steph.sober)
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Living in the now, what a concept, right? Join Steph and guest Duncan as they chat about living in the present moment, what spirituality means to them, and daily practices that help them stay present and sober. Duncan brings so much insight and awareness to the conversation. Don't miss it.
Show Notes
Connect with Duncan on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/asoberlifewwht/
Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Anxious people are more likely to self-medicate with alcohol. It's socially acceptable, accessible, and gives you instant relief. The problem is the rebound. Join your host Steph (Ex-binge drinker) and her guest Daniel Patterson (host of the podcast Sobriety Uncensored) as they share their personal experiences with anxiety. Both struggle with anxiety and anxious thoughts in sobriety, but they know alcohol is no longer the answer. If you worry that your anxiety could be fueled by alcohol you will want to have a listen.
Show Notes
Find all links for Daniel here
Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
There are so many lies society has created when it comes to alcohol. Join your host Steph (ex-binge drinker) as she welcomes best-selling author of Intoxicating Lies Meg Geisewite to the show for an in-depth conversation. Steph found so many similarities between Meg and herself when she read the book and couldn't wait to dive deeper into the intoxicating lies Meg calls out in her book. It doesn't matter where you are in your sober journey, this book will speak to you and validate some of your deepest darkest thoughts about alcohol. Trigger warning: There is discussion around sexual assault
Show Notes:Meg Geisewite's Bio:Meg is an ordinary mom who found herself trapped in the mommy wine culture. She began her sober curious journey in November of 2019 where her love of science led her to discover the real truth about alcohol and its seductive lies.As a best-selling author and speaker, Meg is changing the narrative on the mommy wine culture, the hustle culture, and our pro-drinking culture. In Meg’s debut book, Intoxicating Lies: One Woman's Journey to Freedom from Gray Area Drinking, Meg flips the script on the five most intoxicating lies we tell ourselves about alcohol and our self-worth.Meg resides in Delaware with her husband and two teenage children. Her family has been her rock throughout her alcohol-free journey. You can often find Meg enjoying nature on the beautiful biking and hiking trails of Delaware.
Social Media Links:Facebook:Intoxicating Lies: One Woman's Journey to Freedom from Gray Area Drinking | Facebook
Instagram:Meg Geisewite (@intoxicatingliesbook) • Instagram photos and videos
Website:Home | Meg Geisewite | Intoxicating Lies
Free Downloadable PDF for the audience:5 Common Lies | Meggeisewite (intoxicatinglies.com)
Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph SoberEmail: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Join your host Steph (ex-Binge drinker) and her guest Fran (Sober Extrovert) as they have a very thought-provoking conversation about what sobriety looks like for the two different personality types. Whether you are an introvert or extrovert this episode has something for everyone, Fran (extrovert) shares her more outgoing approach to sobriety while Steph (introvert) talks about her more inward approach. One thing they agree on is it's important to understand what is going to work best for you. Show Notes:Connect with Fran on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_sober_extrovert/Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/Read Steph's blog This is Steph SoberEmail: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Getting validation and support for sobriety on social media can be helpful, but how do you know when it's becoming a new addiction? Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and guest Kaila who just took a 3-month break from Instagram. Kaila shares how she knew it was time to take a break and what she is doing to be more present now that she is back. If you find yourself mindlessly scrolling on social media and it is effecting your mood. Have a listen.
Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) for this Q&A episode with her teenage daughter Adalyn. Steph and Adalyn answer questions from the sober Instagram community that also lead to some pretty entertaining stories from the past. Steph and Adalyn have a very close and open relationship that has become even stronger now that Steph is sober. If you are looking for some great mother/daughter banter you are in the right place.
Questions asked
Which relationship has benefited the most from your sobriety?
At what point did you really notice a mental shift in your sobriety? What month was it?
Do you find it easy to laugh now that you're sober? What really makes you crack up?
Did your daughter try alcohol? How can you explain that there's no "normal drinking"
Has Adalyn's views on drinking for her 21st birthday changed?
Show Notes
Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Problematic drinking is a progression. But so is sobriety. Join your host Steph (ex-binge drinker) and guest Karen (97 days sober) as they discuss the progression of sobriety. Nothing worthwhile comes easy and sobriety is no exception to the rule. If you wonder if sobriety is worth it, listen to this episode.
Show Notes
Connect with Guest Karen on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/onemummmaandherworld/
Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Are you in control of your alcohol consumption or is it controlling you? Join Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and her guest Susannah ( almost one year sober) as they discuss moderating to feel in control, and drinking to numb uncomfortable feelings and anxiety. Steph and Susannah found comfort in their similarities and both agree that sobriety is the best thing that they could have ever done for their mental health. If you struggle with anxiety and the ability to moderate your drinking, you may find this podcast helpful.
Show Notes
Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Can Hypnotherapy help you quit drinking? In this episode, Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) shares her hypnotherapy experience with her dear friend Louisa (Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapist). Steph seeks out hypnosis to help her deal with anxiety 6 months before getting sober. She has always wondered if it played a role in her sobriety. Louisa explains what hypnotherapy is, how it works, and the stigma around it. If you are curious about hypnotherapy and how it works this episode is very informative.
Show Notes
Connect with Louisa on Instagram @stepping_into_sobriety @herefordshirehypnotherapy
Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Do you ever feel sad, but don't know why? You're not alone. Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and her guest Tamsyn as they discuss feeling it all since getting sober. At 6 months sober Tamsyn is learning that she drank to get out of her head. If you struggle with emotions and feelings now that you are sober this episode is for you.
Show Notes
Connect with Step on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
What if you can't quit drinking alcohol forever? That is a common fear when one decides to get sober. Join Steph (ex-binge drinker) and guest Rachel (newly sober) as they discuss all the questions early sobriety brings up. If you feel like you can't quit drinking alcohol forever you don't want to miss this episode.
Show Notes
Connect with Step on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Most don't develop problematic drinking over night. It's a slow progression. Sometimes it's only obvious to the drinker. Your host Steph (Ex-Binge drinker) has an in-depth conversation about this with her newly sober guest Helen. She has already gotten through a big trigger in this first month of sobriety and is looking forward to finding new hobbies and activities to fill the slot once reserved for alcohol. If you are newly sober and feel alone, don't miss this supportive chat.
Show Notes
Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Sobriety can take many attempts and then one day it sticks. Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and her guest Em who is within the first 30 days of sobriety as they talk about the mind shift that happened for Em this time around. If you feel like you have tried getting sober, but just can't stay sober, you will want to listen to this podcast.
Show Notes
Connect with Em on Instagram
@i_can_do_the_thing
Connect with Step on Instagram
@this.is.steph.sober
Read Steph's blog
This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Do you fear the death of a loved one now that you are sober? Join Steph (Ex-Binge drinker) and her guest Kristen for a conversation about this harsh reality. We all will have to face grief at some point in our sober journey. If you worry about how this could derail your sober efforts you need to hear Kristen's story.
Show Notes
Connect with guest Kristen on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/sobahmama/
Connect with Step on Instagram
Steph (@this.is.steph.sober)
Read Steph's blog
This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
If you are new to sobriety you have more support now then someone did 5 years ago. Join Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and her guest Nicole (5 years sober) who is on a mission to end generations of alcohol abuse in her family and she is killing it! We talk about everything from, toasting Champaign in the hospital after having a baby, to creepy basement AA meetings. One thing that Nicole is excited about is the momentum that the sober movement is getting because 5 years ago her options weren't what we all have today. And it's because of the courage of woman like Nicole who share their stories we have the wonderful community that so many of us lean on today.
Show notes:
Connect with Step on Instagram
Steph (@this.is.steph.sober)
Read Steph's blog
This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Community is so important in recovery. But what if you had no choice but to do it alone? Steph's guest Ashley did just that. Hear her story of strength and why she is a huge advocate for community especially in recovery. As host of the Sober Girl Podcast she is using her voice and experiences to help others. If you are someone who may be scared to ask for help in sobriety, please listen to Ashley's story.
Connect with Ashley on Instagram
@sobergirlwellness
Listen to Ashley's Podcast
Sober Girl Podcast
Connect with Step on Instagram
Steph (@this.is.steph.sober)
Read Steph's blog
This is Steph Sober
Email Steph: steph@thisisstephsober.com
As parents we want to do our best. But, the do as I say not as I do approach with alcohol could backfire. In this episode your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) talks with her 14 year old daughter Adalyn about what it was like growing up in a party house. If you worry that your drinking negatively impacts your kids this conversation may bring you some comfort. It's never to late to flip the script.
Connect with Step on Instagram
Steph (@this.is.steph.sober)
Read Steph's blog
This is Steph Sober
Email: steph@thisisstephsober.com
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to be sober for a full year? How would your life be different? Would it really be that much better? Well your in luck cause today marks one year sober for your host and Ex-Binge drinker Steph. To celebrate she has invited guests who are also one year sober to come on and tell their stories and answer any doubts you may have about sobriety, If you have been questioning your relationship with alcohol or maybe you are ready to finally get sober in the new year, you are in good hands. There is an amazing community ready to welcome and support you.
Follow these guests on Instagram for sober support and a community like no other
Kiera https://www.instagram.com/stylingoutsobriety/
Julie https://www.instagram.com/jewels.levesque/
Karen https://www.instagram.com/this_alcoholfree_life/
Kate https://www.instagram.com/walking_the_straight_line/
Jason https://www.instagram.com/poweredbysodawater/
Julie Lively https://www.instagram.com/alcoholfreeismysuperpower/
Connect with Steph on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email steph@thisisstephsober.com
Steph has had some incredible guests on the podcast this year. She has put together her favorite moments with each of them into one sober podcast. If you love a good highlight reel you've come to the right episode.
Having a sober friend to talk to is priceless. Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and her guest James McIlwain for a sober supportive chat. Topics include but not limited to, tolerating drunk people, setting rules around your drinking, alcoholism being passed down generations, self awareness, and both share recent experiences in sobriety that they haven't talked about before. If you are in need of some heartfelt sober support you don't want to miss this episode.
Connect with Steph on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read Steph's blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email steph@thisisstephsober.com
Connect with James on Sobergram https://www.instagram.com/sober_james_1075/
Tony Robbins podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6fZXOzehJ9JtOyFjirF3qt?si=fc257a153ed04963
We can all agree that drunk people can be annoying. But, your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) has another reason she doesn't like being around drunk people. Tune in to hear all about her concerns for intoxicated people, especially the ones closest to her. If you are concerned with someone you love's drinking habits, this episode is for you.
Show notes:
Sober powered podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6vtGToNOqNxRTLGnBg5l5f?si=62f44d013ed844fb
Huberman lab podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ebY3WNejLNbK47emgjd1E?si=91926c728adb469f
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email me steph@thisisstephsober.com
Does sobriety have you questioning everything? If you once believed a poison was actually making your life better, what else did society get wrong? Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) as she shares what false beliefs she is working on since getting sober. If you are curious on how to identify and debunk false beliefs tune into this episode.
Do you drink because you are anxious or are you anxious because you drink? In this episode your host Steph (Ex-Binge drinker) tells her personal experience with alcohol induced anxiety. If your drinking is causing more anxiety then relaxation then you will want to hear her story.
*Please note, this is Steph's personal experience with alcohol and anxiety. If you feel your alcohol consumption is impacting your health in any way please seek professional help.
Read my blog post http://thisisstephsober.com/which-came-first-anxiety-or-alcohol/
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email me steph@thisisstephsober.com
Your mindset can make or break your sobriety. Join host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and guest James (@sober_james_1075) as he takes you through his remarkable 3 year sobriety journey. With a positive mindset James is recovered and he shares how he did it and how he can help others do the same. So pour a cup of positivity and enjoy this incredible story.
Follow James on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sober_james_1075/
Ant Middleton collection : The Fear Bubble, First Man In, Zero Negativity
https://www.amazon.com/Middleton-Collection-Justice-Fitness-Negativity/dp/9123470593/ref=sr_1_4?crid=C5UMDY3RQCAP&keywords=ant+middleton+the+mental+fitness&qid=1667934706&sprefix=ant+middleton+the+mental+fitness%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-4
Battle Scars by Jason Fox
https://www.amazon.com/Battle-Scars-Story-That-Follows/dp/055217601X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1PEBVA8QL23TT&keywords=jason+fox+battle+scars&qid=1667934946&sprefix=battle+scars+jason+%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-1
Respect is earned by Jay Morton
https://www.amazon.com/Soldier-Respect-Is-Earned/dp/B089MG14MV/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2N5FC1Q4JY5G3&keywords=respect+is+earned+jay+morton&qid=1667934993&sprefix=respect+is+earned+jay+morton%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1
The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku
https://www.amazon.com/Happiest-Man-Earth-Beautiful-Auschwitz/dp/B08PHVC8RP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3L2UN5AEXMHLD&keywords=the+happiest+man+on+earth+by+eddie+jaku&qid=1667935041&s=audible&sprefix=The+happies%2Caudible%2C115&sr=1-1
Break Point and Battle Ready by Ollie Ollerton
https://www.amazon.com/Ollie-Ollerton-Collection-Battle-Tissue/dp/9124213063/ref=sr_1_9?crid=2Y01ON773ILU5&keywords=ollie+ollerton&qid=1667935085&s=audible&sprefix=ollie+ollerton%2Caudible%2C107&sr=1-9-catcorr
You never know what lies beneath someone else's addiction. Your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) talks with Ev who not only overcame her alcohol addiction but also battled with an eating disorder well before she had her first sip of wine. According to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, up to 50% of individuals with eating disorders abused alcohol or illicit drugs, a rate five times higher than the general population. If you love an inspiring recovery story, you don't want to miss this episode.
Follow Ev on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ev.natacha.music/
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email me steph@thisisstephsober.com
Sometimes trying to find our passion in life can seem daunting. Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge drinker) and her guest Mary (Fitness Coach) as they discuss how sobriety lead them to finally understanding what it means to find your passion in life. If you are looking to be inspired in sobriety you have come to the right episode.
Where you can find Mary
IG: @Mary.Makes.Muscles
Website: marymakesmuscles.com
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GqBgSw5BOUEdQ6nFx4IrZ?si=KLU5lwgkRzSSK1r0XaNICA&utm_source=copy-link
Where you can find Steph
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email me steph@thisisstephsober.com
Getting sober can sound, well, boring. Join Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and her guest Kate from @walking_the_straight_line as they discuss how their lives have actually improved ten fold since getting sober 10 months ago. If you worry sobriety might make you boring this episode will have you thinking otherwise.
Follow Kate on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/walking_the_straight_line/
Read my blog post http://thisisstephsober.com/how-i-navigate-relationships-now-that-i-am-sober%ef%bf%bc/
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email me steph@thisisstephsober.com
We can all agree the pandemic did a number on everyone's mental health in some way. But what about those of us who were already on a self destructive path with alcohol? In this episode, Steph (ex-binge drinker and sober lifestyle blogger) and Kaila @drinkingteamdropout talk about how the lack of routine, and constant uncertainty caused by the pandemic, accelerated their already unhealthy drinking habits. If your drinking took a turn during the pandemic you are not alone. Please join us for this episode.
Kaila can be found on Sober Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drinkingteamdropout/
This is Steph Sober Blog page http://thisisstephsober.com/how-i-navigate-relationships-now-that-i-am-sober%ef%bf%bc/
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email me steph@thisisstephsober.com
Navigating relationships is tricky when you are sober. Would you rather have four quarters or 100 pennies? Join Steph an Ex-Binge Drinker and Sober Lifestyle Blogger as she talks about the traits she looks for in her quarters. If you find yourself drained after interacting with certain people you don't want to miss this episode.
Read my blog post http://thisisstephsober.com/how-i-navigate-relationships-now-that-i-am-sober%ef%bf%bc/
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email me steph@thisisstephsober.com
Do you worry that your sobriety will make others uncomfortable? If so, you are a people pleaser. Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge drinker and Sober Lifestyle Blogger) and guest Carly (Life Coach, Massage Therapist, and Reiki Healer) as they talk about their own struggles with people pleasing. They candidly share the awareness and openness it takes to dig deep so that it can be healed. If you are ready to let go of people pleasing this show is for you.
Follow Carly Pfeiffer Life Coaching on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carlypfeiffercoaching/
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog http://thisisstephsober.com/
Email me steph@thisisstephsober.com
Moderate drinking is something we in the sober community wish we could do. Join Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker and Sober Lifestyle Blogger) as she shares her experiences trying to moderate her drinking. Have you tried to moderate your alcohol consumption, but end up breaking that promise to yourself? If you were a binge drinker you might be surprised to find out moderation is out of your control. In this episode Steph explains why.
Show Notes
https://www.sunnyside.co/ Cut back on your drinking with no pressure to quit.
Blog post http://thisisstephsober.com/moderate-drinking-and-why-it-didnt-work-for-me/
Link to CDC https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/moderate-drinking.htm
Link to Huberman Lab Podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ebY3WNejLNbK47emgjd1E?si=009c5ef96d3d435b
Connect with me on Sobergram! https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/
Read my blog thisisstephsober.com
Season 2 starts next week and we are so excited! Join Steph (Sober Blogger and Ex-Binge Drinker) each week as she shares her sobriety journey as well as special guests who inspire her daily in her sobriety.
Do you want to stop drinking, but question what that looks like? Do you worry it will cost you your relationships? What would your life look like without it? If thing have crossed your mind then this podcast is for you.
Our guest this week is Linda Christensen, a fitness trainer and 4th degree Taekwondo martial artist (+ master trainer) who addressed her lifelong love affair with alcohol in the aftermath of an out of control night her daughter bore witness to.
She grew up in Scotland where regular drinking from an early age was the norm and she resolved then and there that she'd break the cycle.
Many years on and Linda is a mentor to the women she coaches (Steph is one of them). One of the challenges she sees a lot of women face is managing their relationship with alcohol as they get older - especially when the affects of menopause kick in.
In this episode we chat to Linda about the physical, hormonal and emotional factors that come into play during the onset of and progression through menopause, and how women can avoid diving into the all-too-common wine glass shaped swamp to deal with all their icky feels.
SHOW NOTES:
Tour De Force, Lance Armstrong: https://www.amazon.com/Lance-Armstrong-Force-Daniel-Coyle/dp/0007195281
Strong Women Lift Each Other Up, Molly Galbraith: https://www.mollygalbraith.com/home1
Age Is Just a Number, Dara Torres: https://growingbolder.com/stories/dara-torres-age-is-just-a-number/
Born to Run, Christopher McDougall: https://www.amazon.com/Born-Run-Hidden-Superathletes-Greatest/dp/0307279189
Surely AF wine: https://www.drinksurely.com/
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519
Eric Roberts is a health and fitness coach who specialises in strength training, fat loss and performance-based fitness but, folks, he’s so much more than that.
Eric is on a mission to (and. we. mean. MISSION) to see everyone he interacts with succeed, or as he would say ‘to win’. And, actually, that’s quite a lot of people. As of recording, Eric’s instagram following is hovering just below 300k and his coaching business is a global phenomenon.
Eric encourages people to succeed by asking them to critically evaluate what they want in life and then also consider A) what will get them there and B) what will move them away from their goals. You guessed it, drinking is one of the things that sits squarely in column B.
In this episode, we chat to Eric about living to our values, how alcohol can impact the pursuit of fitness goals, how the pursuit of those goals ultimately played a part in all of us choosing sobriety (yep, Eric is sober too and has been since age 18) - and much more.
Find out more about Eric and his health and fitness coaching on his website and give him a follow on Instagram. While you’re at it, if you’re not already, follow us @thisisusober, too!
SHOW NOTES:
Eric Roberts Clubhouse
ERF Podcast: ‘My Honest Thoughts On Alcohol’
‘Can you drink and lose weight: the hidden truth’ by Eric Roberts
It's episode four and Sarah and Steph chat about all the things that surprised them in sobriety.
While Steph got sober to ease her hangxiety and Sarah to break free from habitual drinking, they've both discovered unexpected benefits (benefits that definitely outweigh the 20 minute buzz you get from alcohol).
Resources:
Steph's Blog : 11 Things I didn't Expect to Happen When I got Sober http://thisisstephsober.com/11-things-i-didnt-expect-to-happen-when-i-got-sober/
Eric Roberts Fitness Podcast: My Honest Thoughts on Alcohol https://open.spotify.com/episode/5KJfzdJa0P6p1SfLaU3Kxa?si=kxXBZ9s5StugmoFQCVTnZQ&utm_source=copy-link
Girls On Tap: https://www.facebook.com/girlsontap
In this episode, Steph and Sarah talk about how you can support a sober friend or spouse. A lot of times when someone decides to get sober it can cause some awkwardness in relationships.
When you have a better understanding of what the person choosing a sober lifestyle is feeling it can really help both of you thrive.
- Checking in and asking how sobriety is going really helps. It is all the sober person is fixated on, so having someone validate is huge.
- If someone is questioning their relationship with alcohol, don't give them your opinion. Be a safe space and support how they are feeling.
- Don't take it personal if they start to pull away from social interactions. It takes a lot of self discovery to get sober. We are learning who we are what we love.
Resources:
Steph's 'How To Support a Friend Or Partner' article: https://thisisstephsober.com/how-to-support-a-sober-friend-or-partner/
Sobriety Counter App: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/i-am-sober/id672904239
F45 Training: https://f45training.com
The Huberman Lab (podcast):
The Inner Work by Mat & Ash (book): https://www.amazon.com.au/Inner-Work-Invitation-Freedom-Happiness/dp/1096714612
The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer (book): https://untetheredsoul.com
With 70% of the population of drinking on the regular, it's easy to forget that alcohol is, in fact, a drug. Steph and Sarah talk about the way people often view alcohol as separate to other drugs and how its ready availability means it's the most used drug in the US where Steph lives and in Sarah's homeland of Australia, too.
Alcohol is in the top 5 of most addictive drugs. It kills more people than all other drugs combined according to addictioncenter.com.
The episode delves into the role alcohol plays in society and culture and the impact it has on health - both mental and physical. But it's not all bad news, young people are getting wise to the booze's bulls&#t and bringing down national drinking averages across the globe.
Steph's post '7 Ways to Say No to Alcohol'
Other sources:
Why are young people drinking less than their parents’ generation did? (The Conversation)
Global burden of cancer in 2020 attributable to alcohol consumption: a population-based study (The Lancet)
Every alcohol drink increases your risk of cancer (Alcohol & Drug Foundation)
Number of Australians drinking wine, spirits and RTDs up significantly in 2021 while beer drinking holds steady (Roy Morgan)
https://amp.theguardian.com/australia-news/2021/dec/03/risky-levels-australia-is-the-drunkest-country-in-the-world-new-survey-finds (The Guardian)
Sobriety, especially early on, can be a challenge. Steph and Sarah found each other on sober Instagram and have played a key role in each other's newfound sober lifestyles.
In this episode, our shiny new first episode, we introduce ourselves and talk about how we drank (before we decided that we didn't want to be fuzzy, unmotivated and hungover anymore).