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A Sober Curious Experiment! Follow two female entrepreneurs and friends as we share our week-by-week journey into alcohol-free living. This is a podcast for female entrepreneurs, founders and professionals who are interested in exploring the impact and advantages sobriety has on our personal and professional lives! We share our challenges and successes as we navigate life without the wine goggles.
“We have to remind ourselves that this is an experiment. This was never going to be a lifetime commitment. This is 100 days,” explains co-host Vanessa. Hosts Sarah and Vanessa have faced a roadblock in their sober journey. Although still committed to following through, they share the challenges of cutting out alcohol.
Now that week four is behind them, Vanessa and Sarah reevaluate why they started this experiment, especially when they miss the fun of drinking. When they watch others drink or have an emotional moment, it’s hard not to reach for a martini. However, when they both recognize the positives like increased mental clarity and productivity, it encourages them to continue to see where sobriety can lead them.
Despite the difficulties of sobriety, the hosts have vowed to see this experiment through. Learn more about feeling socially left out, creating self-belief, and finding healthier solutions to self-soothe.
Quotes
• “We have to remind ourselves that this is an experiment. This was never going to be a lifetime commitment. This is 100 days. And we wanted to experiment to see what life and business would be like.” (5:10-5:24| Vanessa)
• “The reason I'm doing this is that I told myself I was going to. And keeping promises to yourself builds self-confidence and resilience.” (8:12-8:23| Sarah)
• “We've committed to the podcast, to each other, and ourselves that we are doing this.” (9:37-9:44| Vanessa)
• “Sticking with the commitment long after the energy of that initial commitment has passed is now the work. We have to dig deeper.” (11:57-12:07| Vanessa)
• “We are doing something that isn't easy. And we're learning. And we're also developing self-awareness. We are watching ourselves in a new way.” (26:52-27:02| Sarah)
• “There is a momentum piece to this. When you start doing good things for yourself, it suddenly becomes easier to prioritize other good things for yourself and make healthier and productive choices.” (30:53-31:09| Sarah)
Links
Connect with Vanessa Shaw on Instagram
Connect with Sarah Lockwood on Instagram
For fun mocktail recipes check out The Mocktail House on Youtube
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“Starting a healthy habit when you feel good helps you try other healthy habits,” explains co-host Sarah. Hosts Sarah and Vanessa are finally turning a corner and craving alcohol less. Although it’s still a journey, the hosts are relieved to share that their sober-curious experiment is finally getting easier and that they see sober advantages ahead.
It’s week three of Sarah and Vanessa’s foray into sobriety. At this point in the experiment, they’ve noticed that they have more energy for their work and hobbies, giving them tremendous satisfaction and joy. Although there may be friction ahead, the hosts are pleased to announce their current wins as entrepreneurs, foodies, and women.
It may be an adjustment, but seeing the positive effects of sobriety has already been worth it. Learn more about the hosts' progress, creating buildable habits, and the mental health benefits of sober living.
Quotes
• “When we talk about the sober advantage, the advantage is saying no once, and then that's your boundary you’re making really clear.” (4:57-5:03| Sarah)
• “Starting a healthy habit when you feel good helps you try other healthy habits.” (9:56-10:01| Sarah)
• “Some of the everyday things I'm doing have a new level of enjoyment to them.” (12:10-12:17| Vanessa)
• “This alcohol-free experiment leads to more healthy choices and better decisions that are helping us feel better, work better, and be more productive and effective.” (20:21-20:39| Sarah)
• “I know that in this journey, it can feel good right now and then something can happen. And all of a sudden it feels challenging. So I'm vigilant.” (22:53-23:04| Vanessa)
Links
Connect with Vanessa Shaw on Instagram
Connect with Sarah Lockwood on Instagram
For fun mocktail recipes check out The Mocktail House on Youtube
Our partner for podcast production and show notes
“I don't really want to give up the social aspect of sitting at a nice bar chatting with people just because I'm going alcohol-free. I actually want to navigate it differently,” explains co-host Vanessa. The hardest part of cutting out alcohol is facing temptations socially or during certain parts of the day. With this in mind, Vanessa and Sarah share how they deal with triggers and still enjoy their daily lives.
It’s week two of Vanessa and Sarah’s sober-curious journey. Reflecting on their experiences, Sarah and Vanessa realize how much of their social life revolved around alcohol or distracted them when bored. By walking through the moments when they crave a drink, the hosts discuss solutions and the other sober hobbies they are curious about exploring.
It is possible to still enjoy socializing without indulging in alcohol, you just have to look at it from a different point of view. Learn more about Sarah and Vanessa’s attempt at non-alcoholic drinks, handling the “drinking witching hour,” and rediscovering hobbies they’ve previously loved doing.
Quotes
• “I don't really want to give up the social aspect of sitting at a nice bar chatting with people just because I'm going alcohol-free. I actually want to navigate it differently.” (7:30-7:42| Vanessa)
• “Boredom is actually the gateway to greater creativity. And yet we live in a society where we don't allow ourselves to move forward.” (19:26-19:37| Vanessa)
• “I'm a person who loves novelty. I crave something new, something different. And not drinking led me to reconnect with a fun habit.” (23:07-23:20| Sarah)
• “I definitely have realized that I don't have as many hobbies as I once did. And I have to think about what I like to do.” (28:07-28:19| Sarah)
• “Boredom is a trigger. And if we don't have some things to put in place, the chances are it will be a slippery slope back.” (30:33-30:40| Vanessa)
Links
Connect with Vanessa Shaw on Instagram
Connect with Sarah Lockwood on Instagram
For fun mocktail recipes check out The Mocktail House on Youtube
Our partner for podcast production and show notes
“I'm feeling proud of myself right now that I've started. I've made a commitment, and that feels good,” explains co-host Vanessa Shaw. In 100 Days AF, hosts, friends, and female entrepreneurs Vanessa Shaw and Sarah Lockwood test out living alcohol-free to evaluate how sobriety impacts their personal and professional lives. Tune in week-to-week to hear their stories as they work through the ultimate sober curious experiment and the highs and lows that come with it.
During a fun conversation over champagne, long-term friends Sarah and Vanessa realized that they both were sober curious. Intrigued by this notion, the hosts decided to commit to an actual length of time where they would forgo cocktails and Rosé in favor of experimenting with sobriety. Now, Sarah and Vanessa are going on a journey of self-discovery where they’ll find out how much better sober living is and if it’s worth the drastic change.
Taking the leap to be alcohol free isn’t easy, but hosts Vanessa and Sarah are eager to explore how this decision is going to impact their lives for the better. Tune into the inaugural episode of 100 Days AF to learn more about the inspiration behind this experiment and the benefits of having an accountability partner.
Quotes
• “If you really want to make a change, be public about what you're declaring because it brings a whole other level of accountability.” (9:38-9:46| Vanessa)
• “Alcohol is a pervasive part of our lives. So I'm so excited about what my body will feel like after 100 continuous days of not drinking.” (17:54-18:08| Sarah)
• “When you start exercising, you naturally start eating and sleeping better. So I think there is sort of a momentum piece of this that we may benefit from.” (23:38-23:50| Sarah)
• “I'm feeling proud of myself right now that I've started. I've made a commitment, and that feels good.” (27:40-27:47| Vanessa)
• “I think a big part of the journey is to make a promise you can actually keep to yourself.” (28:17-28:21| Sarah)
Links
Connect with Vanessa Shaw on Instagram
Connect with Sarah Lockwood on Instagram
For fun mocktail recipes check out The Mocktail House on Youtube
Our partner for podcast production and show notes
Follow Vanessa Shaw and Sarah Lockwood, two female entrepreneurs, and friends as they share their week-by-week journey into alcohol-free living. This is a podcast for female entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals who are interested in exploring the impact and advantages sobriety has on our personal and professional lives! We share our challenges and successes as we navigate life without the wine goggles.