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soberawkward
The sobriety podcast all about feeling the awkward and doing it anyway.
Join mum bloggers, Vic and Lucy, on this very relatable podcast about what it feels like being sober in a world soaked in alcohol. Each week they‘ll discuss different boozy topics, anything from first sober social events to what it‘s really like to living an alcohol-free lifestyle.
Vic and Lucy bring humour and honesty to sobriety. These two ex-binge drinking, party girls, tell it like it is. Vomit, one night stands and life on the other side of their destructive drunken behaviours.
So, if you’ve hit a wall, you‘re in need of giggle and some sober inspiration, then this is the podcast for you.
This podcast is proudly made in association with Drunk Mummy Sober Mummy Victoria Vanstone www.drunkmummysobermummy.com and Lucy Good from www.beanstalkmums.com.au
In todays retrospective epiosde Vic and Hamish take a look at Peer Pressure.
You can listen to the full episode here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/10MKVsOtPw9xiPlutpygny?si=PkKPGVHrR9Wf5_FmTaSQ_g
Show Notes
Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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'Oi! Are you looking at my Mrs?' 'Did you spill my pint? 'Outside now!'
We've all been there. A pub on a Friday night, booze flowing, beers getting spilled, people getting lairy. Then, everyone gets turned out onto the street at the same time. Bodies get shoved, you take a comment the wrong way and before you know it, you have an stumbly opponent rolling up their sleeves.
It can be scary and dangerous... but for some reason we accept that pub fights are just a side affect of drinking.
Today Vic and Hamish dig into drunk fighting, why did it start? Why do people do it? Whats happening in the brain? Why do we have a tendency to be more aggressive when under the influence?
As you may have guessed, these guys are lovers not fighters but even so, haven't managed to completely avoid the odd fisty pavement scuffle. Hamish even once politely stopped a fight whilst wearing a polo shirt.
They also find out about king hits, one punch attacks that lead to the deaths of many young people in Australia.
Notes
Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
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@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
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Today we are still delving into that term sober curious in our retrospective episode.
You can listen to the full episode here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7akx89y90K75qWc8SJ1OBZ?si=mOuj16zdSPutMnuO-WFtuQ
Show Notes
Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
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www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups and loads more.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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Stop! and smell the roses for once!
Vic recently had an epiphany at therapy in which she finally understood that there is no going back to who she once was! (A cheeky piss head with anxiety) It was a ground breaking moment in her sobriety. So, today she shares the importance of focusing on our achievements rather than being scared we might step back into old habits.
Hamish has recently started therapy too, the same one as Vic as it turns out, he also finds that 'Negative Bias' gets in the way of truly seeing how well he is doing in life. So today these too yapping terriers go over some ways you can learn to see what incredible changes you've made, soak up the fact that just by choosing a sober life you are someone that can overcome adversity and know that you struggles are what lead you here today.
So, say good bye to that speed induced panic attack after a house party in Brixton in 1998 on and say hello to life of never going back to who you once were.
Oh and for some reason there is a lot of human barking in this episode - no reason - just is.
Enjoy!
Show Notes
Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
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@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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As a society, we have had a tendency in the past to ignore a lot of frightening stats around alcohol. We just carry on getting wasted without thinking about the consequences. But is it time we started tuning into the facts?
Today Vic and Hame take a look at Alcohol related dementia, Also called Wernicke-Korsakoff, is a form of dementia related to the excessive drinking of alcohol. This affects memory, learning and other mental functions. Korsakoff’s syndrome and Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome are particular forms of alcohol related brain injury which may be related to alcohol related dementia.
It affects lots of people and believe it or not - can be preventable. Stopping drinking is just the start, then it's time to engage in lots of weird and wonderful activities in order to stave off dementia as you get older. So, take a listen and find out what you should do to keep that lump of flesh in yer noggin firing on all cylinders.
There are also a few poo stories not no reason what-so-ever.
Show Notes -
Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
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@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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In this weeks retrospective episode, Vic and Lucy share the cravings that they still experience today before looking into the Science behind them.
Understanding them is the key to overcoming them!
You can listen to the full episode here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Hd1Cy1841VjL925R7PfaF?si=6ef1b76cd8e74f36
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If we raise kids that have high self-esteem will this make them less likely to drink alcohol?
This episode is for the parents out there that are feeling scared about their kids becoming teens, going off the rails, drinking cider in farmers fields and putting themselves at risk because of bad teenage choices. This is also for anyone who was this child (lets guess at about 98% of our audience!) was it your low self esteem that caused you to reach for the bottle and would life have been different if our parents had taught us to simply love who we are?
Today Vic and Hame talk about about how they felt as teens, why they rebelled and why they felt 'less than' growing up? Don't worry, after they've bored you with all their angsty teen insecurities they'll turn it all around and find out why instilling good values and some good old self worth into our kids might mean they are less likely to follow a drunken crowd and make wiser choices by themselves.
Get your biro's out Mums and Dads. This one is going to make you into a proper adult!
Show Notes
Want to download a guide to your first 30 days of sobriety - just head to www.soberawkward.com
Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
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@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #1000sundays
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In this weeks retrospective episode, Vic was joined by her sister Louise.
(Not only has she been sober longer than Vic but she also just might be the funnier one!)
Louise worked in Advertising for years and has some absolute horror/hilarious stories to share about that time in her life!
You can listen to the full episode here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/46U5NQbqXxa1zff6oELb1n?si=0fbfd0fc691743d2
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Vic knows a lot about beer bullies... due to the fact she was one.
She used to force, anyone that wasn't joining in with 'the fun' into downing a pint. She's not proud of it, but her past indiscretions mean that in today's episode you get deep insight as to why non-drinkers get bullied into having 'just one' and what the bullies will say to convince you to have a tipple to two.
Vic and Hamish will also go over some brilliant responses that will hopefully stop the 'Tequila Tormentors ' in their tracks. Oh, and watch out! There are some very bad cockney accents and some unrelated talk of coat hangers in bums.
It's quality stuff guys!
SHOW NOTES
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
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In this weeks retrospective episode, Vic and Lucy share some of the triggers they have had to be wary of to avoid the dreaded relapse!
Basically just poeple, places and things...but other than that we are all good!
Only kidding - just remember your why and take one day at a time.
You can listen to the full episode here:
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Rejection. It’s something we all feel at some point in our lives, if not at school or a family member, it can be in a relationship or when you get sober. Whenever it might happen to you, there's one guarantee – it’s painful.
Vic feels rejection deeply. She even feels it from people she doesn't know. Whereas Hame doesn't care too much about what others think. His strong values and self-confidence mean that if people so turn their back on him.... He can handle it without going to therapy.
But, as always on Sober Awkward, they don't have all the answers. So today, these two idiots get an expert to come on and explain what's going on in their tiny weeny brains when friendships get sticky.
Today they welcome David Watson. An expert on personal development and neuroscience.
David says,
'My core belief is simple yet profound: every individual harbours immense potential, capable of achieving anything they set their minds to. Yet, there's one potent supercomputer that often stands as the primary hurdle—the human brain. Understanding its intricacies, its unique drivers, and the lens through which it views the world is paramount. To unlock its full potential, we must learn to reprogram it, harnessing its power to work for us rather than against us. '
Intrigued? So were we. Listen why harnessing your power, knowing your values and having a 'Million Dollar Mindset' could unravel rejection once and for all.
To find out more about Dave just pop him and email at dave@neurolead.net.au
or head to www.neurolead.net.au
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us
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In this weeks retrospective episode, we take a look at the warning signs that your home drinking has turned into a problem.
What starts off as an innocent, cost-effective and convenient solution soon spirals into something far more sinister.
Don't let this happen to you!
You can listen to the full episode here:
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If you are newly sober, we can guarantee your water intake is about to go through the roof. Tea, coffee and sparkling water are your new best friends - and that can sometimes feel a little dull!
In today's episode, Vic and Hame will talk you through the benefits of increasing your water intake, tackle some of the myths surrounding the water content in alcohol and (try!) and make you feel less dull whilst ordering water in a bar.
We went off on a couple of weird tangents about Binking Ginges and why this episode should be sponsored by the Shewee and for some reason Vic tried to make this episode all about pee. If you know Vic, you will know that this is hardly surprising though...
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In this weeks retrospective episode, Vic and Lucy have done the scientific research (We are not doctors...we are not doctors...we are not doctors!), to find out how much damage our drinking has done to our bodies.
Oh and Vic tells a cruel story about her Dad...
You can listen to the full episode here:
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As a society we see fame as something to aspire to. But is it really all it's cracked up to be?
Today's episode of Sober Awkward is all about celebrity.
What's it really like when managers control your every move, you have expectations of others weighing upon you, a heavy workload, people that look up to you and way too many nights in hotel rooms… where does it all lead?
Today Vic and Hamish discuss the recent passing of Matthew Perry and why we lose so many talented people to addiction. Vic reminisces about some of her famous run-ins and Hame wonders if he's been missing out on some celeb snogs.
As Oscar Wilde said,
‘Aspirations for fame are motivated mainly by the need for validation and attention.’
which unfortunately can lead many wonderful people down a path to heavy boozing.
Enjoy!
Show Notes
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27647417/ - Aaron Carter Doco
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7357302/ - Avici Doco
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9425078/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 - Lil Peep Doco
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt28210840/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 -Robbie Williams Doco
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=tRnFHfI7WAQ - Paul McCartney singing Hey Jude - again!
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In this weeks retrospective episode, we take you back to the moment that Vic and Lucy officially launched Cuppa back in April of 2022! The free sober social network has grown organically since then and is an invaluable resource to our sober listeners around the world!
If you haven't joined yet - check it out at cuppa.community or through the Mighty Networks app.
You can listen to the full episode here:
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The Blame Game...We call it a game but it isn't all that fun really.
'It's not my fault I drink this much - I do it because...'
Enter one of a thousand possible answers:
- My parents
- My upbringing
- My job
- My partner
- My mother-in-law
- I live above a pub
- Society
- TV and Media and Mr Blobby
- Etc. etc. etc
You name it, we have probably blamed one of these things for our over drinking at some point!
But what purpose does passing the buck play in helping us get sober?
Is it instead diverting the attention away from the fact that you might have a alcohol use disorder?
In this episode, Vic and Hame dive into some of the factors they blamed in the past and explore healthier and more efficient ways to get sober!
Enjoy!
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic has a chat with the amazing Faye Laurence about dating and sober sex. Is it as awkward as you'd imagine?
https://www.fayelawrence.com.au
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We've all done it. Texted an ex, bought an inflatable shark suit and taken dick pic then sent in to your mother-in-law when pissed. Unfortunately, going live, calling, messaging, face-timing and snap chatting when tanked-up to your eyeballs on wine... are a dodgy part of this modern, technology based world.
Let's face it, after a few bevvies you feel confident in what you say, spend and share. Booze means you don't care so much about consequences of your actions and well, you really did need that space age electric toilet seat at the time.
Today Vic and Hame discuss the shame of waking up having texted people when under the influence and buying weird shit online when you can't even remember your own name. They will run through some intimate confessions, discuss the dangers of sharing nudes online, the mental health consequences of others seeing your drunken messages and how shopping for top hats for toads might be something you regret the next day.. confused? We are too! Ribbit!
Today's episode of Sober Awkward is an opportunity to share some shame. Get it off your chest!
Yes, its over to the listeners to own up to some embarrassing text messages and awkward on-line shenanigans.
Enjoy the episode!
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy give you some tips on how to get through a holiday and actually make memories instead of blacking them out.
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Osher is quite simply, one of the most recognisable faces…and voices…in Australia.
From his early days on Channel V to hosting The Batchelor and The Bachelorette - Osher has been the face of Australia'a biggest TV shows for over 20 years.
More importantly, for the sake of our podcast - Hamish was lucky enough to sit down with Osher on the day he celebrated his 14 year soberversary.
When we talk about 'doing the work' - not many have done quite as much as Osher.
Osher is a man who has turned his complex mental health issues into his greatest strengths. Social anxiety, depression, PTSD, psychotic episodes and suicidal ideations are just some of the challenges that he has overcome.
And he sites his sobriety as being the key factor that enabled him not only to survive but to thrive amongst all this.
The man that I met is one who has lived a life but continues to smile and share his story with humour!
I would encourage you to listen to this episode with a pen in your hand because there are more nuggets of wisdom in this single conversation, than Hame and Vic have managed in over 100 episodes!
Enjoy!
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy take a look at some awful holidays as drinker - that whet down the drain with some tequila shots and a nasty bout of crabs.
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Sobriety can be hard at first. You feel like a weirdo, the odd one out, a party pooper. But, the good news is - the longer you do it, the easier it becomes. Part of the process is getting to know who you are without booze pumping around your precious body.
You have to meet yourself for the first time with no escape! Confront the mistakes you may have made and decide which parts of you you like and which parts can be flushed away with that last shot of Tequila.
Both Vic and Hamish have changed since they gave up drinking. Even though they both cringe at the thought of 'Self Love' these two know that getting to know the you after alcohol is one of the necessary and most rewarding parts of sober life.
So, strap yourselves in as you get to know about Vic's low opinion of herself as a drinker, how Hame manages to look in the mirror and say 'You're a ten out of ten' and finally how embracing who you are is the scaffolding to a solid, long term sober life.
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy take a look at those alcohol induced panic attacks. Why do we get them, how does alcohol trigger mental torment and are they always destined to get worse?
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Don't give up alcohol... Alright, maybe we are being slightly facetious.
(Anyone else get one of those word a day calendars this year...no...just me?
Giving up a serious drinking habit cold turkey can lead to some pretty awful and even fatal results.
Allow us to introduce you to the slightly terrifying world of Alcohol Withdrawal Symptom or AWS.
Firsly, this is not an excuse for you to NOT give up drinking. You will still need to do that I'm afraid. In today's episode we will guide you through exactly how you need to approach it in the safest way possible.
A lot fo Sober Awkward episodes contain the bizarre ramblings and story telling of us two muppets - but not this one!
With any luck, this one might just help save your life.
Show Notes
Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment of Alcohol Test:
https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-au/professional/multimedia/clinical-calculator/ciwa-ar-clinical-institute-withdrawal-assessment-for-alcohol-scale
Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy take a look at hangziety. When does drinking go from having a good time with mates to actually being a problem?
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It's safe to say that boredom is one of the most important topics in sobriety.
The fear of being considered boring either keeps you from trying sobriety altogether or drives you back to the booze bus after a few quiet sober nights in!
It is our mission at Sober Awkward to prove that sobriety is NOT boring!
Filling your life with authentic connections and new passions instead of hangovers and kebabs is infinitely less dull!
It's time to reassess what 'boring' means and consider why you are letting what other people think affect you at all.
Wrapping your head around this topic will set you up for the most rewarding and long lasting sobriety possible.
Enjoy!
Show Notes
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It's Sydney Mardi Gras weekend and what better way to celebrate love...than with a bonus episode of Sober Awkward!
Yes, today Vic and Hamish had a chat about alcohol in the gay community and how young LGBTQ+ people often turn to booze when isolated, experiencing low- self esteem or feelings unloved when family don't support their decision to come out. Vic delves into the history of the gay bar and find out why bars can feel like a safe haven for the community, sometimes the only place to feel accepted and how this can lead to too much partying, and Hamish, well, he spends the episode reminiscing about the time he got felt up in a hot tub with his brother.
Unfortunately, for the gay community, Vic and Hamish are straight. (Boooooo!) So they decided to have a chat with the lovely Andrew Addie about coming out, leaning on booze to cope with mental health issues, delivering lube to the masses and what it's like being the only sober at Mardi Gras.
Happy Mardi Gras Weekend Everybody!
Show Notes
Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy take a look at making better choices when it comes to booze and being honest about their behaviours.
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Anxiety is a very common problem. In fact, 30% of people will suffer from a bout of anxiety at some point in their lives.... and Vic is one of them
In todays episode Vic tries to work out if past feelings of panic were 100% caused by drinking or was it her body crying out for help? And Hamish reflects on hangovers, the feeling of humiliation after black outs and (for some weird reason) a fear of buttons.
It might sound like a load of old rubbish, and it's certainly no Huberman, but somehow they unravel how alcohol triggers anxiety, what's happening to the brain and the frightening pattern you can get stuck in when trying to 'drink away' the symptoms of anxiety.
So, if you are getting alcohol induced anxiety and can't quite seem to shift the hangziety blues - then this is the episode for you.
Enjoy.
Show Notes
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy take a look at the functional drinker. Are you really getting away with those big nights out?
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We are all too familiar with the scenario...you are feeling a little nervous going into a social event so you pre-drink or get so drunk at the party that you end up topless dancing on one of the tables with your mate's auntie.
Alcohol it appears gave us confidence. It turned introverts into extroverts, and extroverts into the life and soul of the party.
Is this actually true though?!
Too many of us struggle to find our confidence in our sobriety. As a result, we go out and less and less, become hermits and eventually relapse.
The trick to a long lasting sobriety is rediscovering your confidence. Understanding that it can be rebuilt and making peace with the fact that there are some days that you might just not feel as good as others.
Here's how we approach this tricky subject in our sobrieties...
Enjoy the episode!
Today was also the first episode that we have ever filmed. If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to today's episode then just head to our YouTube page!
Show Notes
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy share the visualisations they used which helped them get and stay sober.
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What an honour to have the legendary and wonderful Jean McCarthy for our first ever interview episode recorded in front of a live audience.
Jean is a writer and recovery advocate from Alberta in Canada.
She has covered all of the bases of in the sober world.
Sober since 2011, Jean shared her story in her blog Unpickled, she has listened to the sobriety stories of hundreds of others in her Bubble Hour podcast which stretched over a fantastic 10 series and has over 5 million global downloads. She has even written 5 books on the subject!
Bubble Hour was the first sobriety podcast Vic ever listened to - and she would go onto be one of the final guests the podcast ever had!!
Hame learnt more in one hour of speaking to Jean than he has in over 70 hours of speaking to Vic. Mind you...there were a few less sexual innuendos or references to root vegetables!
Enjoy!
Show Notes
https://jeanmccarthy.ca
https://unpickledblog.com
https://www.instagram.com/jeanmccarthy_writes/
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jean-McCarthy/author/B0813VD6TV?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy recount the story of what brought them together and the intrinsic role it played in Lucy's sobriety.
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It's not something that people want to talk about. We choose to ignore the science and stats as we top up our glasses with Prosecco or head to the bar for another round. We never stop to take in the truth. The actual facts about Alcohol and Cancer.
Today, Vic and Hamish find out how alcohol causes cancer, whether or not it's just extreme drinkers that get it (spoiler alert - light and moderate drinkers can too!) their own experiences of family and friends diagnosis and how, as a society, we choose to ignore the scary fact that alcohol is a class A carcinogen, Thats right people! sorry to be the bearers of bad news! It sits right next to its good old mates, Cigarettes, Asbestos and ...... wait for it.....Radiation.
As you may know, these two are no Huberman's so today they have invited an expert on that has had first hand, lived experience of cancer, Kathryn Elliott. Kathryn was a binge drinker that believes her type of breast cancer was directly linked to her alcohol consumption.
It's a not so witty but very necessary episode of Sober Awkward. Trigger warning for those that have experienced cancer.
Show Notes
Info on our guest Kathryn Elliott
Kath is a certified Senior This Naked Mind alcohol coach, a founding member of Alcohol Coaches Australia and a member of the consumer advisory committee for Hello Sunday Morning. She also appeared in the Voices For Change campaign for the Foundation For Alcohol Research & Education in 2023.
Kath is based in Melbourne where she lives with her husband of 21 years, Paul and their three sons (Oscar 18, Tom 17 and Hugo 14) and much-loved golden English cocker spaniel, Ralph.
For further information please contact:
Kathryn Elliott, 0418 577 583
Email: kathryn@thealcoholmindsetcoach.com.au
www.thealcoholmindsetcoach.com
IG @thealcoholmindsetcoach
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy lower the tone once again by researching some of the lesser known (and totally unimportant) topics in sobriety. Allow us to introduce you to 'Grog Bog'.
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A Thousand Wasted is out!!
The day is finally here!
Vic's book is out! So we thought that we would celebrate by doing something a little different!
We got rid of the scripts and Hamish interviewed Vic about all things writing.
We begin by looking at the some of the thoughts processes behind her putting her drunken stories on paper in the first place before tackling some of the key themes of the book like friendships, parenting and feeling enough.
Hame hopes he has found the balance between reading you enough passages from the book to wet your appetite but not so many as to give too much away!
Today is a monumental day for Vic, for the podcast and for anyone who has followed and resonated with her story from day 1.
Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can...
https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
and please give a review at www.goodreads.com
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy take a look at some red flags. Moments that they wish they had taken notice of when those they were surrounding themselves with were enabling their behaviour.
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You know the feeling, your mates are all getting ready for a big night out and you're not going because you've made this weird decision to give up booze. Why can they do it and you can't? It's so unfair! Instead of staying in and enjoying the time alone, you sit, worrying about what you're missing out on, will you miss something funny, a new connection, the feeling of togetherness that benders with mates bring?
Today Vic and Hamish discuss FOMO - …. anxiety that an exciting or interesting event may currently be happening elsewhere, often aroused by posts seen on social media. Is FOMO really what you think? or is it all a big fallacy, were those nights out really as good as you remember? after all - there is a reason you don't drink now.
Today they peel a layer off FOMO and discover what lies beneath this term and its a little more complicated than you think. Oh, and we find out about Janet and Steve, a couple Hamish had some special times with at 3am in a bedsit in Peckham.
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic looks back at the moment that ALMOST changed everything for her. It didn't. But it did give her quite a funny story...
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Cravings – what they really are and how to not have them 22nd jan
In this week's episode, Hame and Vic simplify what a long-lasting healthy sobriety really boils down to.
Can you replace a bad habit with a good one and can you deal with cravings without caving in.
(Of course its not quite as simple as that but its a good place to start!)
In this week's episode you will be walked through what a craving truly is, why they have nothing to do with the alcohol itself and what you need to do combat them! We will even offer you a bit of advice should you give into one and relapse.
We can only apologise for the amount of times we collapsed into fits of giggles during this episode. Vic was jet-lagged, we hadn't seen each other in over a week and things seemed to snowball from there.
All I will say is Coca Cola and Muff, Unlucky Trousers and Vic's Mum's Feet...
You'll have to give it a listen for any of this to make sense!
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy reflect on and their lockdown experiences. Vic was (of course) sober whereas Lucy has the unique view of someone who did completed one whilst drunk and one sober.
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Everybody does it but does that make it ok? That's the question Vic and Hamish will ry to answer, in their own 'unique' way, in todays episode of Sober Awkward.
You've heard the line before...
'I might be bad but I'm not an alcoholic.'
'Didn't I read somewhere that drinking a little red wine is good for you?'
'Everything in moderation!'
The messages that we receive in today's society about what is considered 'normal' drinking, directly opposes those that we are receiving from our doctors.
This confusion leads many of us to fall into the trap of believing what we see around us rather than what those like the World Health Organisation are saying.
In today's episode Vic and Hame take a deeper dive into this gap...not that like you filthy animals...although Vic does admit to having wank on her head throughout this episode.
Don't know what that means? Nor do we!
Enjoy!
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In this weeks retrospective episode we unpack the term 'alcoholic'. Most of us never think of ourselves as alcoholics,, no matter how bad our drinking habits get. But for others, the harshness of the word is enough to shock us into going sober.
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Hungover? Thinking about giving up drinking, but it feels too hard and too boring? Are you an alcoholic?
If these questions are banging around inside your head today then this is the episode for you. Questioning you alcohol intake means it could be time to say goodbye anxiety, farewell shame, vomit and one night stands - Hello Scrabble!
It's New Years day - officially the biggest day to consider going sober. But don't hide in bed all day, get up and put the kettle on. Vic and Hamish are here to help, guide you along your sober path with some wisdom, honesty and a few too many knob jokes.
They begin the episode by telling you a bit about New Years Eve's gone by, waking up at kids picnics, why Vic and fireworks don't mix around this time of year and you'll hear a little too much information about Hamish's ball bag, but not to worry, just keep listening... because todays episode is full of brilliant advice for anyone that's in bed, feeling like shit, unsure of how to approach a span-dangly sober life.
So, get ready for a top ten countdown. Today, Vic and Hamish are here to answer all the questions that are spinning around in your head and get you prepped for a happier and healthier future.
Stick to your New Years resolution to quit the booze once and for all. Because honestly.....
If these two idiots can do it, then you can too.
Oh, and listen out for a famous intro - No - we can't believe it either!
Show Notes
This episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.com
New year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price!
Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.
Buy Vic's book - https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
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In this weeks retrospective episode we take to the Oxford English Dictionary to better unpack some of the language of sobriety and how you can use it to your advnantage.
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A poem about sobriety. Sober Awkward is here to support you on what can be the most stressful day in the sober calendar. An elf is on hand to cheer you up and cheer you on. So, take a 5 minute break from cooking, eating and Uncle Steve's story about the time he met Cliff Richard, find a cosy spot and stick your headphones on.
Merry Christmas Everyone!
Show Notes
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The day is nearly upon us! For some of you it will be the most rewarding day of your sober calendar - for others it is the most challenging.
Either way, in this episode we will share our best and worst Christmas experience and share some of our best tips on how to not only survive but thrive during a sober Christmas.
Jam packed with lots of helpful tools shared by the listeners too.
We have a little surprise Christmas Day gift being released tomorrow but otherwise this is our final episode of 2023 but we will be back with you on New Years Day. So both from both of us Merry Christmas and thank you for listening this year!
Show Notes
This episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.com
New year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price!
Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.
Buy Vic's book - https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
www.cuppa.community
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy try and help (bless them!). Their Christmases used to be wild - now they sound plain weird!
Here are some of their suggestions for anyone taking on their first sober Christmas.
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The sun is out, (or if it's snowing where you are) the change of season seems to be a good excuse to get pissed. The sky is blue, there's not a cloud to spoil the view and it boozy....
Don't worry, Vic and Hamish haven't caved in to a coldie quite yet, but there is a whiff in the air, and it smells like someones got a stubby and a sausage sizzle on the go. Yes it's that time of year here down under - Summer.
Could the very triggery months ahead break your sober snap?
Let's face it when summer comes, so does alcohol. It rains down at every outdoor gig, pub garden and picnic. For sober people, going onto Summer can feel really scary, its like coming out of hibernation and having to confront your fears face on. The pressure to drink, fit in and enjoy the weather are never higher. So, what do you do... keep hiding? or grab a sunhat, an af drink and join in?
Vic and Hamish are here to tell you to about their Summers as boozers and share what it's like now, no longer getting hammered in a heatwave.
Show Notes
This episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.com
New year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price!
Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.
Buy Vic's book - https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
www.cuppa.community
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
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www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy look back at some of their thought processes prior to making the decision to reach out for help. Feeling unworthy of help is something that a lot of drinkers sadly live with which can delay making the call to go sober.
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The secret is finally out of the bag!
Lee Mack kindly agreed to this interview back in June and we have been practically bursting with excitement to tell you all!
That excitement did slightly spill over and we got the name of both his podcast and TV show wrong in the recording of this podcast! Awkward by name, awkward by nature...
For those of you living in the UK, you will already be familiar with Lee's work as he has been gracing your TV screens and theatres with his comedy since the mid 90s.
For those of you who unfamiliar with his work, as well as being sober, Lee is simply one of the most celebrated and recognisable comics in the UK.
From writing and starring in Not Going Out - the longest-running sitcom on air in the UK, to being a team captain on Would I Lie to You? since 2007.
As if his writing, comedy and acting weren't enough - Lee also co-hosts the wonderful and hilarious I Can't Believe It's Not Buddha podcast.
Perhaps most importantly, for the sake of our podcast, Lee's frankness and simplicity in talking about his sobriety was one of the first things that got through to Hame when he was drinking.
We have no doubt that it will have the same impact on some of you. Whether you are still drinking and thinking of giving sobriety a try or are sober and looking for inspiration to carry on!
We hope you enjoy this one and much as we both did!
Show Notes
This episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.com
New year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price!
Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.
Buy Vic's book - https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
www.cuppa.community
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
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Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about triggers, why we get them and how they feel out of our control.
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We have spent many an episode looking into WHY we over drank in the first place.
We have also discussed at length WHAT tools might help you get and stay sober.
But in today's episode we want to teach you exactly HOW you should approach giving up booze.
(Basically...Hame read a book and he is pretty proud of himself!)
In all seriousness it is an absolute gem that was full of so many 'Ah-ha!' moments that he wanted to share what he learnt!
The book is Atomic Habits by James Clear and it offers a fascinating insight into the mechanics behind good and bad habits.
Vic and Hame share what habits they have found easy or hard to keep throughout their lives and talk about their different approaches to giving up their ultimate bad habit (barring perhaps Lindt balls) of drinking alcohol.
We hope you enjoy this episode in which, just by reading one book, they both somehow come acros far smarter than either of them ever will be!
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about the trauma that is left over from years of over doing it.
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Trigger Warning - In todays episode we mention Domestic Violence.
In this emotional episode of Sober Awkward Vic and Hamish talk in detail about long term repercussions form short term lifestyles. Vic tells Hamish about a very toxic relationship she found herself in many years ago, how her drinking made her vulnerable to being mistreated and how she used booze to numb out the fact her relationship wasn’t working.
Would his situation have happened if alcohol was out of the picture?
So, aside from the regretful one-night stands, sloppy snogs in alleyways and whirlwind romances – What happens when you stay with someone when booze is the only thing you have in common? Is it ever a good idea to start a relationship when pissed?
And what are the red flags to look out for?
Find out why being sober is always the best way to enter a new relationship and why being sober means your love could last a lifetime, in this inspiring and hard-hitting episode.
RESOURCES
If you are experiencing domestic violence please reach out for support today.
1800RESPECT(1800 737 732)
The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
24 hours, 7 days a week.
www.1800respect.org.au
Lifeline(13 11 14)
A national number which can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your state.
24 hours, 7 days a week.
www.lifeline.org.au
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In this weeks retrospective we have a chat with William Porter about how alcohol effects your sleep.
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It's been a big 24 hours for the Sober Awkward crew!
So, we wanted to jump on and tell you all about what happened last night.....
We travelled to Sydney after being nominated for best well-being podcast in the Australian Podcast Awards.
We didn't get to do a speech or anything quite so glam, but wanted to give you the news in a quick live episode.
A huge thanks to everyone that has given us words of support today. It's you lovely lot that keep this podcast going and you that helps others understand their relationship with booze. But, admittedly it was great to get a pat on the back for all our hard work.
We are both on a fizzy drink come down... so be prepared from some inane waffle!
Sending you all an awkwardly long hug.
Who said sober was boring????? Eh?????
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Following on from last week's episode on drinking culture amongst workforces, we wanted to focus on one of the most problematic of them all - the Armed Forces.
Sadly, we are all too aware of the number of ex-vets who struggle with alcohol and drug addictions upon leaving the Army.
However, given neither Hame nor Vic know barely anything about this subject - they have had to call in the big guns!
Two fascinating women with real first hand experiences of this problem.
The first is Helen Bennett who watched her brother Matt struggle with alcoholism for years following a challenging time as a Royal Marine in his early 20s.
And Pam Diamond, an addiction nurse specialist with the Royal Marines Charity with over 30 years of experience.
This episode is not necessarily a funny one - but it is an important one.
We are hugely grateful to both Helen and Pam for sharing their stories with us.
SHOW NOTES
Kae Tempest Tiny Desk Performance:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqd86is7y54
Royal Marines Charity: https://rma-trmc.org
Combat Stress: https://combatstress.org.uk
RESOURCES
www.cuppa.community
This episode is proudly sponsored by Choose Sunrise- 101 Days to Sober or your money back.
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In this weeks retrospective we talk to William Porter about the drinking fantasy.
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Whether its the job interviews conducted in a pub to ‘really get to know you’, the Friday after work drinks, the boozy business lunches, the work conferences away or Christmas Parties - your workplace probably has some kind of a drinking culture.
Hame and Vic are quite honest about the fact they have not had the most conventional careers. Hame got felt up when he was dressed up as a shoe and Vic used to work a job fixing fridges (who knew?!). But even they have been affected by work stress and drinking habits.
If you are sober - this can make for some very awkward situations... where you feel excluded from 'the group'. And if you're still drinking and are considering giving up, your job can be one of the biggest stumbling blocks.
So how can you navigate the workplace whilst maintaining your sobriety?!
Bugger if we know, but we give it our best shot in this episode!
RESOURCES
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This episode is proudly sponsored by @choose_sunrise - 101 Days to Sober or your money back.
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about why sleeping around and acting out will only make you drink more.
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Vic and Hamish have both lived abroad. One thing they noticed was that no matter the country, expat communities have an odd booze philosophy - drink as much as you can, as often as possible.
It’s not shock to find out that separation from friends and family, loneliness, and the need to fit in to this new environment could lead to a bit of over doing it. Expat life disrupts your usual routines and makes you feel like you're on an endless holiday..... but could it be a slippery slope towards addiction?
So, today Vic and Hamish look back at some very messy times living in boozy expat communities and question if they went away to discover the world and further their 'careers'.... or to hide the fact that they were both over drinking?
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about all the crazy risks we took as binge drinkers.
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In this episode of Sober Awkward (the hilarious, good looking and extremely wise...) Vic and Hamish discover why having someone to share your teabags with could solidify your sobriety and how building your own sober community could stop you reaching in the fridge for that 6 pack of Red Stripe!
They will give you a step by step guided walk through their free sober social platform www.cuppa.community and give you a few tips, tricks (and warnings) on how to create a successful sober meet up.
So, put the kettle on, get you’re best mug from the cupboard, find those favourite cosy tracksuit bottoms - the ones with the holes in that smell of damp dog, settle in….. and find out why Cuppa – the sober awkward community – will be a buddy when all yours have gone down the Nags head for a pint.
Remember - If you can build a tribe of like-minded people, you never have to be alone again.
Oh, and be warned - if you use the term 'Fam Bam' you're in trouble.
Enjoy!
SHOW NOTES
Sober Awkward is proudly sponsored by
About Choose Sunrise - https://choosesunrise.co.uk
Choose Sunrise is founded on the belief that nobody should feel afraid to ask for help with alcohol use. After finding myself trapped in a cycle of trying (and failing) to moderate, blaming myself and being utterly terrified of asking for help, I finally found freedom from the alcohol trap in 2020. I haven’t looked back. I now work with private clients and with businesses, supporting grey area drinkers to find the help that they deserve and need. As well as our flagship 101 Days to Sober online course, we have developed the Alcohol Safe Workplace® accreditation which encourages businesses to be much more proactive about educating and supporting their employees who run into difficulties with addiction as well as creating sober inclusive spaces, where everyone belongs, whatever they choose to drink. I’m also setting up a Sober Business Network, connecting like-minded sober entrepreneurs who want to collaborate and grow our businesses together…without the booze!
Find out more at https://choosesunrise.co.uk
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about how sobriety can make you more conscious of you self worth and your environment.
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This month's guest episode is an absolute beauty!
Ziggy Alberts is one of the most exciting independent artists in the Australian music industry....AND he is sober!
Some would say he is the perfect Sober Awkward guest.
Ziggy's music reaches the ears of over 1.6 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone.
He has already won numerous accolades such as an APRA for 'Letting Go' and a host of ARIA platinum and gold certifications.
We caught up with Ziggy just after he returned from a world tour and a week before he set off for his next tour around Australia and New Zealand!
Grab yourselves a ticket to that one here at www.ziggyalberts.com
Over the course of this conversation we discussed:
- The role that loneliness played in Ziggy first experimeting with sobriety.
- How much easier it is to give up alcohol before you develop a problem.
- The power of a positive no.
- Giving up indefinitely vs giving up forever
- Asking yourself the question of whether you are using drink to unwind or unravel?
- The importance of developing an impartial relationship with alcohol
RESOURCES
This episode is proudly sponsored by Choose Sunrise.
This is a wonderful place for our listeners who might feel as if their alcohol consumption doesn't require traditional services like rehab. It just needs a reset.
They offer a range of self-paced courses with personal plans and a supportive community on hand.
They are so confident in their courses that they will give you your money back if you don't reach 101 alcohol free days!
Check out their website at: https://choosesunrise.co.uk for more information!
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about all the amazing gifts sobriety gives!
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Today marks the start of Gambling Harm Awareness Week, so Vic and Hamish have had a chat with Kate Seselja.
Kate is an ex-gambler, who, for the past 10 years has passionately advocated for Gambling Reform by telling her own personal journey of addiction.
Kate is a mother from Canberra that found herself blindsided by addiction. A struggle that lasted ten years, took all her money and nearly her life. Today she talks all about how she was drawn in by the sounds of the pokie machines, the guilt of losing everything, what it was like for her family and finally getting help.
She also discuss's the term 'Addiction by Design' Is it fair that blame for addiction rests on the shoulders of the user? And where is all this money that's disappearing from pockets and communities all over Australia?
Find out on this moving and informative episode of Sober Awkward.
RESOURCES
kate.seselja@agr.org.au
www.agr.org.au
Like us on Facebook
twitter.com/ReformGambling
This episode is proudly sponsored by Choose Sunrise.
This is a wonderful place for our listeners who might feel as if their alcohol consumption doesn't require traditional services like rehab. It just needs a reset.
They offer a range of self-paced courses with personal plans and a supportive community on hand.
They are so confident in their courses that they will give you your money back if you don't reach 101 alcohol free days!
Check out their website at: https://choosesunrise.co.uk for more information!
Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about changing up your social life so it fits your sobriety.
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You may have heard of the term a 'Human's Primal Needs'.
If you are anything like Hame and Vic - you've heard it, stored it but never did any research into it and don't truly know what it means.
(Full transparency Vic thought it had something do with dogs and Hame was convinced his nappy bin was a primal need.)
Well, save yourself the research and give this episode a listen.
You might be surprised to hear of the role that alcohol plays in satisfying some of our deepest needs.
This short-term trick it plays on us is what makes giving up alcohol so difficult for so many.
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Gosh - the first sober socials can feel pretty damn awkward. In todays retrospective you will hear about how Vic and Lucy went on there first sober escapades.
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October is ADHD Awareness Month and for quite some time, our listeners have requested an episode on ADHD from us. To be totally honest we have felt totally ill-equipped to do this important subject justice.
Neither Vic nor Hame have ADHD - so in order to fully describe the link between ADHD and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) - we had to call in an expert - and his name is Dr Alex Conner.
Not only does Dr Alex live with ADHD, but he co-founded the UK's Leading Adult ADHD charity, published papers and has been awarded for his knowledge of the subject and he hosts the ADHD Adults Podcast.
...oh and he is also doesn't take himself too seriously...and he's sober!
Not a bad guy to talk to right?!
In this fascinating interview, Dr Alex opens up about his struggles with alcohol and drug use, explains his term 'domestic anxiety' and shares his story on how he found his way to sobriety. Hame and Alex covered everything from from bullying, to labels, depression, anxiety and medication.
Whether you live with ADHD or not - there is plenty for you learn and unpack from this conversation.
We could not be more grateful for Dr Alex sharing his wisdom with us!
SHOW NOTES
ADHD Adult Charity: https://www.adhdadult.uk/
Twitter: Alex-the_Psychoed_Monkey on Threads
Instagram: @alexconnerbham
...and if you were wondering Alex's wife is doing great! A few antibiotics and she is watching for scarring but all seems fine!
ADHD and Grey Area Drinking Coach: Faye Lawrence
www.fayelawrence.com.au
@fayelawrence
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about Vic finding her sober community and understanding why that will help you along your sober path.
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A lot of us give up alcohol and expect it to fix all of the issues that drove us to over drinking in the first place. Sadly, this isn't always exactly how it works.
Not only can it leave you disappointed that your expectations do not meet up to reality but it can drive you back to the drink in the first place.
The good news is - this is where things really get interesting.
We always tell you on this podcast that giving up alcohol is the least interesting part of going sober.
Well, if you really want to stay strong in your sobriety and enjoy it as much as possible you need to hanker down and do THE WORK. Without sounding like gurus (can you imagine?!) - the time you spend working on yourself if where the true rewards lie.
Join Hame and Vic as they roll back the clock to look at the reasons they began drinking and share some of 'the work' that they have found most beneficial.
...Oh and Hame will introduce you the high brow game of cock or ball!
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about making friends in sobriety. Is a sobriety group boring?
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It seems whenever you turn on the TV there's someone swilling a pint, necking a shot, sipping a glass of red or swishing ice in a tumbler of whisky. It's either Pat Butcher leant on the bar at 'The Old Vic.' Homer Simpson downing a Duff Beer or Edina from Ab Fab holding a flute of Dom Perigean - You can not escape!
If it's not on the show itself it's in the adverts in-between. Let's face it, alcohol is everywhere!
So, today Vic and Hamish discuss the impact alcohol in the media. How it affects sober people, it's influence on kids and what you can do to limit this relentless barrage.
Is it time to switch off?
Oh, and they also discuss Hamish's rumbling tummy and Lassie being an absolute pisshead!
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In this week's retrospective episode we are tapping back into some of Lucy's wisdom from the sixth episode of Sober Awkward. Lucy is all too aware of the negative impact her drinking had on her two daughters but by making the decision to go sober, she is not only undoing a lot of the damage but, she inspiring them as she does it. If you are a parent and fear that your drinking habits have affected your relationship with your kids. It is never too later to give up! You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000525583076 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week's retrospective episode we take a look back at Lucy's experiences of being a 'functionable drinker'. Her ability to still parent in spite of feeling hungover or drunk played its part in delaying her sobriety. The mindset being: 'If work life and home life are unaffected by booze then what's the problem?' Sometimes it takes digging a little deeper to realise the ways in which your drinking is still affecting the lives of those around you. You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000525583076 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today Vic and Hamish discover if you can ditch an identity? Can you leave the party girl sat on the curb in 1992 and become someone else.... or do you have to stay playing a role even when it's bad for your health? Have you ever been lost? Found yourself questioning who you are or your role in society? Are you fed up with being pointed out as the party animal? And find yourself acting out in ways you don’t want to just because of reputation. This kind of contemplation is only natural, and everyone deals with these existential questions occasionally to reassess or confirm their perception of themselves. And what role does booze playing all this? Today these two party animals lay it all out on the wobbly table and learn that change is actually possible for everyone, even little wooden boys.....
Resources This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September. Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout! JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291 www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.com T-shirts www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
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In this week's retrospective episode we are taking you on a walk down memory lane to when Vic first shared her signature dance move from her drinking days. It's weird. It's wonderful. And it's (kind of!) brilliant! But what did you expect...? You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000523753718 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What a pleasure it is to bring you the second of our Sober Awkward interview guests. This month we welcome to the podcast Millie Mackintosh! You may know Millie from Made in Chelsea or her work as a fashion and beauty icon representing brands like L'Oreal, Ralph Lauren and House of Fraser. Millie shares stories of how her life has not always been glitzy and glamorous. and takes a deeper look at the possible causes of her unhealthy relationship with booze. Millie gave up alcohol almost exactly a year ago (her 1st soberversary is August 25th!) after discovering that it was causing her anxiety. Hamish and Millie sat down during Hame's recent trip home and they discussed in great detail their shared experiences of their first year going sober. From the highs of having more time on your hands to the lows of still getting hangovers and feeling more self conscious on dance floors! Millie seems to be loving her new alcohol free life. She is integrating herself into the sober community and helping spread the news through her social media platforms. We couldn't be happier to invite her onto the podcast after the love she has shown us as one of our devoted listeners! We hope you enjoy the podcast!
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JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291 www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @milliemackintosh If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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In this week's retrospective episode Vic and Lucy reveal the relationships between their mental health and their over drinking. For Lucy it was depression brought about by a chronic disease diagnosis whereas for Vic it was the anxiety triggered by recreational drug use. Whatever it is for you - the importance of mental wellbeing is imperative to getting and staying sober. We hope that Vic and Lucy's vulnerable, honest and open stories can help you in your sober journeys. You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000523753718 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a question Vic and Hamish get emailed everyday - Help! I can't stop drinking what can I do? It's a plea that they actually find hard to answer because what works for one person - may not work for the next. So, today you will get the run down of everything, from a visit to the GP, therapy and AA to Rehab and Quit Lit. They will discuss what worked for them, how it all starts with you standing up for yourself and taking that first step into recovery - reaching out for support. This is an opportunity for you to design your sobriety your way and how to keep plodding on the recovery road until something sticks. Also, Vic gets emotional when she reads a poem and Hamish recalls the time a doctor made him vomit. Notes https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au https://www.liveslivedwell.org.au https://aa.org.au
DirectLine is a 24/7 confidential alcohol and drug counselling and referral service.
https://www.turningpoint.org.au -will help you to figure out if your drinking levels or drug use is a problem for you
Counselling Online: provides online access to counselling services
Just Ask Us is a service for University students with drug and alcohol problems
Say When ProblemCheck: an online quiz to work out if alcohol is causing problems in your life.
Resources This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.au Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291 www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.com T-shirts www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
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In this week's retrospective episode we pay our thanks and respect to Vic's sister. Louise Vanstone is one of the unsung heroes of the Sober Awkward Podcast. Not only did she play a part in inspiring Vic to follow in her footsteps but she also has more sober years than Vic, Hame and Lucy put together. AA changed her life and she continues to attend their meetings after over 22 years of sobriety. The lesson that she shares here is one that Lucy wishes she had heard 15 years ago. You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000522101311 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the episode you've all been asking for....Alcohol and the menopause. Why does it make you feel like drinking? Will a glass of red help your symptoms? If I am sober will the menopause be easier? So many questions and only two uneducated buffoons to answer them! It's not a topic that Vic and Hame know much about so they had to learn on the go and bring in an expert - Dr Sally Hunt from the University of Newcastle explains why women feel the need to drown out the side effects of 'the change' and how preparing yourself mentally, and quitting drinking before menopause will mean you will cope much better. Today is all about the ladies but don't switch off completely gents! We also have a little chat about the male menopause (yes, there is such a thing!) and why it's so important for partners to understand what's going on and how to approach this, strangely taboo, topic.
Show Notes https://thisisdavina.com - buy Menopausing By Davina Mcall
RESOURCES This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.au Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self. JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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In this week's retrospective episode we revisit Vic and Lucy's struggle to beat the moderation pixie. Many of us try and fail to moderate for years before eventually accepting that sobriety might be the best route for us. We have heard every trick in the book from drinking a water in between each alcoholic drink to only drinking on the weekends! Attempting moderation is often a losing battle. You might be surprised to hear that going totally sober is actually the easier way to live your life. You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000522101311 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hame isn't a dermatologist (shock, horror!) but he has theory about skin. Whatever effects a skincare product might promise to have on your wrinkles/ageing skin/your 'glow' - the best way to improve your skin is from the inside out. Changing what you put into your body (starting with alcohol of course) has noticeably faster and more effective improvements on your skin quality than any product on the market. Vic and Hame explore the changes they have noticed when looking back on their drinking years and take a deeper look into the science of what alcohol does to your skin. Also...quick warning...Vic was feeling giggly this episode. She loses it a few times. Just the usual high brow humour as you can imagine and no mention of penises at all!
Show Notes: Man with the Red Face by Laurent Garnier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJkoBH68njQ
Ed Sheeran talking unhealthy alcohol cycles: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CuLqH_Gq1iA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Ingredients of baking soda (!): Baking Soda is made from soda ash, also known as sodium carbonate. The soda ash is obtained in one of two ways: it can be manufactured by passing carbon dioxide and ammonia through a concentrated solution of sodium chloride (table salt).
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JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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In this week's retrospective episode we take a look back at one of THE biggest concerns for the newly sober. How do you deal with this inevitable question. Lie? Prepare a few possible answers? Laugh it off? Or you might choose to use one of Vic's slightly extreme responses. Vic and Lucy compared notes for their different approaches in one of the first Sober Awkward episodes. You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000519587067
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It's the episode you've all been waiting for! Our chat with super star DJ Norman Cook AKA Fatboy Slim. We were privileged to be invited back stage before his gig in Brisbane to have a quick chat with Norman about life since going sober 14 years ago. We reminisce about The Big Beat Boutique, find out why bringing Fatboy Slim home after a gig triggered him to seek help and how it feels entertaining a massive crowd since giving up booze. We are so excited to share this with our Sober Awkward fans. Norman is a huge inspiration and proves that you can still party at nearly 60....without being wasted. A huge thanks to Al, Norman and Andy Mac for making this happen. It really was a wonderful night that we will never forget! Now, enough waffle, let's get on with it! Enjoy the show! Resources This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.au
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In this week's retrospective episode we look at the moment that you have decided to go sober and are deciding who to tell, and equally importantly...when. For some telling your friends and family keeps you accountable whereas for others, the fear of their reaction can delay this conversation for months on end. Vic and Lucy had two very different experiences and approaches to this moment - here are their stories. You can listen back to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000519587067
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'Can I still tear up the dancefloor without alcohol?' That was Hame's first worry when he decided to give up booze. And he is not alone... The dancefloor is a very different place when you are sober compared to when you were drunk. Alcohol was always an effective way to release your inhibitions. Without it you feel a little more aware, a little less sexy and considerably more awkward. Also dancing for hours is bloody tiring without alcohol. (Although that might just because we are both parents now!) Dancing can go from something that you loved to do with all your mates to a place of huge discomfort and social anxiety. In this week's Hame and Vic will share their experiences of dancing with and without alcohol. The good, bad and the ugly. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our mishaps and approach the dancefloor with the same energy, enthusiasm, swagger and confidence that you did when you were drinking!
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To continue our new weekly retrospective feature - we are heading back to the first ever episode of Sober Awkward. A lot of people try and fail drinking moderately for a long time before eventually becoming sober. 'Most people seem to be able to do it so why can't I?' is a question you may have asked yourself a few hundred times! Vic and Lucy share their experiences of battling with this question and discuss the effect that drinking had on their children. You can listen back to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000519586344 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tomorrow we celebrate Hame's 1 year soberversary. He has achieved what he set out to do but is this our last podcast together? Will he be heading straight back to the pub or will he (and the podcast) be continuing? Vic and Hame look back on the similarities and differences of their first year's sober. They share what they have enjoyed the most and shine a light on what they have found difficult. (Who knew you could still get hangover when you were sober?!) After almost six weeks away you can sense the excitement they had in being together again. This one starts off weird and gets weirder. I'm not sure how you spent or planned on spending your 1 year soberversary but Hame ends up trashing Vic's child's bedroom. Its a long story... Enjoy!
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To kickstart our new weekly retrospective feature in which we take a look back at a significant moment from a previous Sober Awkward episode - we are going all the way back to our first ever episode! For many of us, there is specific moment when you realise that drinking isn't for you anymore. Most of us ignore these for years. Until one day, something happens that makes them impossible to ignore any longer. Listen as Vic and Lucy share their memories of that precise moment. You can listen back to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000519586344 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sober, Single and on Tinder - with Lucy Good. For some sober folks, leaving the safe confines of your living room might be a challenge, socialising feels awkward at first and it's easier to stay in rather than venture out into the big wide world. Lucy is a classic case of someone who found her home comforting in early sobriety. But we are pleased to announce that the queen of the hermits, the matriarch of staying in has been getting herself back out there! Yes - Lucy has joined Tinder and has come back to Sober Awkward to tell you all about it. Find out about her first few dates, dating someone that still drinks, sex, heartbreak and more. Lucy never thought that someone as introverted as herself would ever be sober and on Tinder. But here she is, owning her sobriety and even having 4 dates in a day! So if you are feeling scared about getting yourself back on the dating scene since giving up booze, then this is the episode for you.
RESOURCES JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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It's nearly July... so today Vic and Hamish want to find out the pros and cons of having a a break from booze. For some, this month will be the pivotal point that you start your road to recovery. It might represent years of over doing it coming to an end ….but for others, it might just be an excuse to prove you don’t have a drink problem and allow you to get blackout bladdered for the rest of the year. So, what are the benefits of giving up booze for 30 days? Can you use this time positively? Dnd does needing a break lean towards the reality that booze is no longer working for you? So many questions and only 35 minutes to get some answers! If you are considering a month off in July, then listen in and learn how to use this as time as stepping stone into sober life. RESOURCES www.soberawkward.com JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291 www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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If you Google any hotel today - you will probably be met with a photo of a cocktail bar, a swim up bar, or a chilled wine being served in the restaurant...and don't get us started on minibars! It seems almost impossible to book a hotel anywhere without being confronted by alcohol. Our society is so ingrained that holidays = drinking booze that this has become inevitable. But that doesn't mean you can no longer enjoy a hotel stay on holiday! During this week's episode Hame and Vic will share some of their recent sober holiday experiences to hopefully prepare you for how best to enjoy your holidays sober. They will indulge themselves in a chat about the joys of drinking coconuts instead of cocktails and share some of their best and worst hotel experiences. EPISODE NOTES @dissapointingaffirmations on Insta - Our new Sober Awkward tradition will end with one of these every episode! Hame's worst hotel is still going strong - just check out the photos that sell it on their website! (I dare you book yourself in there!): https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g227101-d1178192-Reviews-Dragonara_Court_Hotel-Saint_Julian_s_Island_of_Malta.html#/media/1178192/228066841:p/?albumid=101&type=0&category=101 RESOURCES JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291 www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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Vic's a classic case of a red flag ignorer. A binge drinker that disregarded every sign that she was over doing it. No matter how much they flapped, whipping her across the face, she somehow managed to push past, never having to address her over drinking. She failed at school, college, and Uni, blew a finger off with a firework, got in dangerous situations with men, was bloated, had anxiety, people worried about her... the list goes on. She simply could not see those big red warning signs! Us drinkers’ kid ourselves. We tick off the downsides of booze like they are just part and parcel of being sociable. We suffer the hangovers, cringe away the embarrassing behaviour or block out the sloppy sex with a stranger and never stop and question our conduct. Even if the red flags are flying high, we just carry on like party animals until the sun comes up. So why do we ignore red flags and how do we tune into them a little earlier on? And do non-problem-drinkers like Hamish get warning signs too? Find out on this funny and insightful episode of Sober Awkward. Show Notes This episode of Sober Awkward is sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.com Join her July Alcohol Free challenge today! JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291 www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com Bliss balls recipe - https://cheerfulchoices.com/bliss-balls/
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Sticks and stones may break my bones. But words shall never hurt me...until they do!
We have all been labelled throughout our lives. Labelled in our childhoods, labelled in our drinking years and now - most probably - labelled in our sobriety.
In this week's episode, Hamish and Vic, take a look at where labels originated in our society. Why not all labels are necessarily bad and how you can use them to your advantage.
Ultimately, we should we aiming for a place where what people say or think of us doesn't affect us. But given that is a pretty tough place to reach - now is the time to educate ourselves on the role that labels can play in our sobriety.
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Good Morning 2023!
Are you hungover?
Did you go out and not stop at one like you promised? Are you feeling like shit? Are waves of shame crashing, tinged with a bit of anxiety? Are you having flashbacks of bad robot dancing and rolling around on a dance floor with your pants on display? Have you just googled 'Am I an Alcoholic?'
Well, don't worry! We've all been there, done that.
You'll be please to hear that Vic and Hamish are going to make you a cup of hot chocolate, give you a cuddle and ensure you keep your New Years Resolution to quit booze.
Yep! It's the Sober Awkward guide to taking your first steps into an alcohol free life. An episode aimed at those of you that want to change but have no idea where to start. This podcast is rammed full of tips and tricks that you can implement right now! (well, as soon as you get out of bed, brush your teeth and have a cold shower!)
These two have been therein bed just like you, hungover, wondering why they can't stick to the plan to never, ever drink again. But yet somehow they are both sober...
As you may know, Vic even woke up with one finger less on New Years day 23 years ago.... and Hamish is no stranger to a 3 day bender after a disappointing New Years Eve party and starting Dry January with nothing show but a headache and a shoe missing. So, today they tell you what they did, gather their sobriety toolkit, spanners and all, and help you tighten every bolt, repair every loose join, to make sure today is the day you start a successful and comfortable journey into sober life.
So, come on, why not keep a resolution for once!
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What is a craving?
Can sober people ever look forward to a time when no longer get them?
And is it really possible to enjoy Christmas Day without booze playing on your mind?
Today Vic and Hamish talk to William Porter. William is the Author of the amazing book ‘Alcohol Explained’ and last time Vic chatted to him on Sober Awkward he broke down ‘the day in the life of the over drinker.’ which was one of thier most popular episodes.
In this special Christmas Eve episode they want to go deeper…and dig into cravings. In this thought provoking show, William explains why mindset is so important in sobriety and how drinkers create a fantasy about that first drink.
William explains the process of craving in such detail in this episode that after this motivating chat you will head into Xmas day thinking drinking is a total waste of time and headspace!
Note -There were some technical difficulties when connecting with William. We hope this does not affect your enjoyment of the podcast today x
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It's Christmas! Well, nearly!
Let's face it, Christmas is a tough time for sober people! Not
only the actual day itself, the entire frantic build up can make you want to
hide in a hole until February. There is a certain amount of pressure to join
in, follow the merry crowd. There are Christmas parties, work functions, family
drinking traditions and long walks to pubs after too many roast potatoes.
Habits so ingrained that us sober people want to run for the hills... or worse,
cave in under the pressure.
But, we are pleased to announce that this year is going to be
different! There will be no hangovers or vomit in the stocking, just chocolate,
tea and the making of wonderful memories. Oh and guess what? You can turn
Christmas on its head... and piss off on holiday on your own! Who knew!
In this surprisingly devilish episode Vic and Hamish discuss
Christmas's gone and what's changed with sobriety. There is also special sober
elf visiting the booth. An awkward friend brings Christmas cheer and a $5
secret Santa. Yep, you've guessed it, Lucy is back in the studio to tell us all
about her sobriety, yuletide preparations and what makes a successful Christmas
Day without a Bucks Fizz or a second glass of Baileys.
So, put on your festive jumper and your reindeer antlers and
settle in for a mince pie and some sober giggles.
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Today, Vic and Hame also have a quick chat about the importance of being loud and proud in sobriety, why your voice is significant and how telling the world you story will help others that come after you.
Then, stay tuned to hear the recording of Vic's speech at the Byron Theatre. Hear how she faced her fears of public speaking and told her story. Vic, describes in detail what it was like to realise she needed help to quit booze, and the affect her drinking had on her mental health... and her family.
Grab some tissues guys -This one is a tear jerker!
Don't forget to tune in on Christmas Eve and New Years day for two very special episodes - One to make sure you don't give into cravings and another one for those feeling hungover and in need of change.
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It’s time to polish off the banners, put on your green army jacket and CND badge, march to the doors of parliament and declare your allegiance to the sober revolution. Yes comrades, today we want to cause a riot and find out why sobriety is having a social mutiny.
Yes, today Vic and Hamish and going to find out why sobriety is trending and dig into the reasons more people are deciding to give up on grog. Is it due to the pandemic? Does social media play a part? or are people just more aware of their own health nowadays?
No matter the reasons, the sober curious movement is gaining momentum and it's exciting. By being a sober, it makes you a punk, a rebel and part of the change. So on this cheeky episode of Sober Awkward find out why just talking about your sobriety can help other comrades join the fight against booze.
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Whether you are joining a sporting team or simply wanting to watch a game with friends - alcohol and sport appear to be intrinsically linked.
Why is this the case when sport is about elite athletic performance? Drinking is the antithesis of this. Trust us!
(Have you ever tried to compete in a sack race after one too many? Two words come to mind. Face. Plant.
In this week's episode Vic and Hamish roll back the wheels of time to take a look at when this all began. They explore the dangers of this not only to our health but to our inclusivity as a society and they take a look at some of the sober sporting heroes we could have missed out on had they felt too excluded to compete.
Oh and you will find out why all of Vic's favourite sports are not part of the Olympic games...yet!
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Whether it's a 7am pint in the airport Wetherspoons to 'get you in the holiday mood' or a Gin and Tonic at 10 thousand feet because they are free (!) - it is often difficult to avoid alcohol when flying.
Airports and flights have sadly been the setting for many a relapse. The rules are different. Socially acceptable times to binge drink fly out of the window in the name of 'holiday'!
In this week's episode Hamish and Vic take a deeper look into why so many turn to the bottle on travel days.
Hame shares stories not only about his experience of mid-flight loo hangovers but of another recent dirty little secret...
Whilst Vic comes up with the biggest shock of the series so far...
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Let's talk about making sober mates and boundaries.
When you get sober sometimes friendships change. Some people surprise you by being supportive and sticking by you, while others find your changes hard to handle and disappear from your life. In part two of the friendship episodes, Vic and Hame have a chat about boundaries. Why it's vital to learn what they are and how you can implement them in your new sober life and they give you some great tips on why having a few mates that don't drink will support your endeavour to no longer get blotto.
Today on Sober Awkward Vic and Hame are going to have a chat about the intricacy of friendships and how they have navigated this tricky and emotional part of sobriety. So, grab your headphones and get your walking shoes on and join Vic and Hamish for a stroll into what friendships are worth keeping and which ones you need to kick to the curb!
Resources
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Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.com
Vic's article about friendship -
https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/making-friends-sober
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
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Let's talk about mates.
When you get sober sometimes friendships change. Some people surprise you by being supportive and sticking by you, while others find your changes hard to handle and disappear from your life.
It can be upsetting, shocking and disappointing when mates turn their backs, so today on Sober Awkward Vic and Hame are going to have a chat about the intricacy of friendships and how they have navigated this tricky and emotional part of sobriety.
Today you will find out why Vic finds friendships hard to understand, and why she's like a happy labrador if you stick by her and how Hame was the guy that texted you the next day if you met him in a pub toilet ! They'll also discuss how a couple of situations at school affected how they approach close relationships now and how moving to Australia has made them realise that Brits do friendships differently... it's all upside down!
So, grab your headphones and get your walking shoes on and join Vic and Hamish for a stroll into what friendships are worth keeping and which ones you need to kick to the curb!
Note - They both waffle on for far too long, so this episode is coming at you in two parts. Listen out for part 2 next week.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.com
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
Vic's article about friendship -
https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/making-friends-sober
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
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How do I do it?
How do I celebrate a party or numb out the horrors of a miserable piece of news without alcohol?
It is a question many of us will face over and over again in our sobriety. Not to mention all the many mini highs and lows in between.
Do you want to know a secret?
Its time to feel the feels.
Gone are the days of numbing out emotions. Today is your day to feel each and every one of them.
Being present is one of the superpowers of sobriety and although facing these situations might appear daunting - they will also become the most rewarding.
Today Vic and Hamish will share some of the challenges they have faced along the bumpy road and prepare you for all the challenges these situations might bring.
So strap in, pour yourself a cuppa and get set for another episode of Sober Awkward.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.com
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
Vic's article about sober celebrations:
https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/celebrate-good-times-c-mon-oh-wait
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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
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It's time to let it go people!
Today Vic and Hamish are here to tell you about all those awful antics they got up to when under the influence and discover that none of it was their fault - it was booze!
In this funny episode they dredge up three of their more shameful misdemeanours in the safety of the booth. Hamish tells a few puke stories and Vic reminisces about the time she locked someone in a room for 12 hours.... don't worry it's not as bad as it sounds! They've also created a 'Shame Shed Countdown.' Stories from fans that had something to get off their chests.
They hope by the end of this episode you will be able to feel less awkward about a situation from the past and move on from any shame that was lingering around your sobriety.
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
Van Halen - http://www.van-halen.com
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.com
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’s blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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For some of us sober folk, alcohol free drinks have been the saviour. The magical invisibility cloak that allows us to blend into social gatherings.
Whilst for others - they are very much part of the problem. They can be the trigger that pushes us off the wagon and straight back into drinking.
Today the guys take a peek into the benefits and risks of this exploding industry.
They have tasted the great ones, the medium ones and the cats piss of the alcohol free world! Hamish and Vic discuss the role that AF drinks have played in their sobriety and present the full scope of how they might be used tactfully to help you in your sobriety.
Show Notes
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
Buy Tea - www.cuppashop.com
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’ blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Are you thinking about giving up drinking, but something is stopping you going 100% sober? If so, this episode is for you. It will bombard you with laughs and loads of rational reasons to take the plunge into an alcohol-free life. It's an episode jam packed with the good news, that’s not all skin deep!
It’s a fact, sobriety makes your skin clear, your eyes so bright and you generally look much healthier but just because you look good - does that mean you’re really happy?
Today the guys dig deeper than surface level and find out how sobriety changes your personality and forces you to like yourself more than ever before.
Unfortunately for Vic, her bum is still bit saggy and sobriety has not helped Hamish’s big nose, but as you will hear, this episode is not about their disappointing body parts… it’s what’s going on inside that matters.
Show Notes
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
Breath-work course -
@the_breathcollective
Buy Tea - www.cuppashop.com
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’ blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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"Just have one!"
"Come on! The 'old' you would have done it!"
"You can sleep when your dead!"
Sounds familiar right?
Peer pressure and drinking have gone hand-in-hand since day one.
Whether it's the pressure to drink for the first time or to break your sobriety in the name of 'having a good time'! Vic and Hamish are both guilty of using peer pressure and giving in to it over the course of their lives.
In this weeks episode, you'll learn about what peer pressure really is, why it affects us so much and what tools you can use to overcome it.
Sadly, our friends can be one of the biggest threats to our sobriety. Hopefully, by the end of this episode - you will feel prepared to tackle peer pressure head on and empowered enough to say no!
Show Notes
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
Check out the 'CUPPA Playlist - Happy Sobriety Tunes' on Spotify.
Blog - Choosing Days Over Nights - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/choosing-days-over-nights Vic’s blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Does the thought of a sober Near Year’s Eve fill you with dread? Can you imagine attending a festival with nothing to lean on except a can of fizzy water? And how on earth do sober people survive Mardi Gras without downing a few shots of Tequila before heading to the club?
Going to big events ‘totally-tea-total’ can certainly change the vibe. It’s overwhelming watching everyone around you get wide-eyed and wasted while you tap your foot and plaster a fake sober smile across your face. If you are newly sober those first shindigs can be anxiety inducing and overwhelming…. But the good news is, the longer you are sober and the more you go, the easier big events will become.
So, before you go weak at the knees and find yourself queued up at the bar with the rest of the shitfaced revellers, listen as Vic and Hamish attempt to stop you in your tracks, get you prepped and make sure if you do go out you do it in style, with a positive attitude, and a belt full of sober tools to get you past that grumpy bouncer.
Show Notes
Thanks to The Tap House and The Sunshine Coast Night Quarter for supplying us with the lovely Mocktail evening. https://nightquarter.com.au
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
Check out the 'CUPPA Playlist - Happy Sobriety Tunes' on Spotify.
Blog - Choosing Days Over Nights - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/choosing-days-over-nights Vic’s blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Men and women communicate differently. Shock! Horror! You heard it here first.
In this episode Hamish and Vic have an honest and open conversation behind what might be causing men to struggle when it comes to opening up emotionally.
It is no secret that vulnerabilities are still considered a weakness rather than a strength by many and this might be the reason behind so many men turning to alcohol as a means of opening up or numbing out their feelings.
The effects of this on men's mental health and suicide rates are terrifying. How can we help each other through these times and re-consider the way we approach these difficult conversations?
Listen and find out!
Show Notes
Brene Brown 'Power of Vulnerability' Ted Talk:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCvmsMzlF7o
Brene Brown book that Hamish is reading ' Daring Greatly'
No Lights No Lycra: https://www.nolightsnolycra.com
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources -
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’s blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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If like Hamish and Vic you've ever got three sheets to the wind, blackout wasted and wondered why one minute you’re in a London bar ordering tequila shots, and the next your waking up in a bunk bed in run down motel in Madrid with twigs in your hair, wearing one shoe, then we hope this episode will make you think twice about over drinking.
So what is really happening in your brain after accepting one too many Sambuka shots? One minute you're having the best night of your life and the next you're waking up wearing a feather boa having lost your keys, wallet and dignity. Today Vic and Hamish discuss the blackout. Why does it happen? How does it feel and are you really having fun when you can't remember anything?
Join them as they learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!
Show Notes
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources - https://www.nolightsnolycra.com - Dancing in the Dark
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’s blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Time. In sobriety it can be your greatest ally or your most fearsome enemy. Either way, you now have a lot more of it! How you spend that spare time, is down to you.
In this weeks episode Vic and Hamish explore the hobbies that have worked for them and warn of others that almost drove them back to the bottle.
You'll hear about some pastimes that got left by the wayside when drinking entered the fray. Vic used to collect rubbers...not those ones...don't ask! Whilst Hamish walks you through his 'Goals Tree' with all its sober hobby branches. It may only make sense to him. Only time will tell...
By the end of the episode, they hope your copious amounts of leisure time will be an exciting opportunity for growth rather than empty space to be feared.
Join them as they learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!
Show Notes
Vicky's Thriller Dance Video: https://youtu.be/kXjrfn9X7J0
Dog that is Scared of Its Leg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2O15DXv3Vwg
Luke Concannon 'Doing Nothing' Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1H8HwzhTqQ
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’s blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Question - Are one night stands fun?... or are they actually a bit weird? Today Vic and Hamish discuss the reality of sleeping with someone you don't know. They uncover how these brief pissed-up liaisons made them feel deflated and how this sticky scenario can differ for men and women. Today we find out why Vic always hoped that each chance meeting would lead to love... and how Hamish was just happy to involved in any sexy downstairs disco!
So, if you've ever felt a little yucky after a hook-up then this episode is here to get you thinking twice about drinking when sex is on the menu.
Show Notes
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’ blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
The more people we reach the more people we can help x
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Many of us believe drinking alcohol makes us more confident. You may think that booze can help introverts come a little out of their shells and help extroverts turn things up to 100! But is this actually the case?
In this weeks episode Vic and Hamish take a deeper look at whether the authentic version of themselves without alcohol is still an extrovert or whether this personality has been manufactured by Jaeger bombs!
As always, they will take a look at the Science behind how alcohol might affect your inhibitions, share some of their embarrassing stories (find out why Vic has vowed to never play Uno with Hamish!) and you will find what Vic has in store for Hamish's first sober challenge!
Join them as they learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!
Show Notes
Hamish's Challenge T-Shirt came from: https://freehugsproject.com
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
Check out the 'CUPPA Playlist - Happy Sobriety Tunes' on Spotify.
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’s blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Have you ever wondered if your drinking habit is inherited or were you just born to be a party animal? Join Vic and Haim as they create a delicious pie chart of fuckupery! Today they uncover all the elements that cause people to over drink, discuss the booze family tree, and how ingrained family traits affected them growing up. Was it nature or nurture or just the environments they placed themselves in that made them into binge drinkers? In this episode they dig deep, take responsibility for past behaviours, and share how being sober will ripple through your family for generations to come.
Show Notes
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious. FormSober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’ blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with.
Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Have you ever taken a moment to truly consider the cost of your drinking? We're not just talking about the cost to your health, but the equally concerning cost to your finances.
In this weeks episode Vic and Hamish explore the hidden costs of a night out. From rounds of drinks to taxi rides – from police fines to late night kebabs. They dig into the empty wallet that comes with being party animals and cringe over the money they've both pissed away through a lifetime of boozing!
If you're fed up of being skint, hungover, with nothing show except a vomit stain on your cardigan after a big night out... then it just might be time to take a deeper look at the real cost of over drinking and learn how being sober can help you reach your financial goals.
Join them as they learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!
Show Notes
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’s blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
The more people we reach the more people we can help x
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We’re back! Today Vic welcomes her lovely new co-host Hamish to the Sober Awkward podcast. In this funny and insightful episode they discuss what it means to identify as sober curious and how giving up your reliable social crutch will make you happier, help your anxiety and turn you into a more authentic version of you. So, go and put the kettle on or grab your headphones and giggle along as Vic and Hamish reveal some humiliating drinking stories and cringy under-the-influence escapades. All of which will help you understand your own intricate relationship with your old buddy - booze.
Come and learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!
Show Notes
Sober Awkward is a NOVA Entertainment Podcast.
Resources
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Join ‘The Give Up Club’ on www.Cuppa.community if you’re questioning your alcohol intake. Hamish will be logging his sober journey on there, Mankini and all. Please be sure to email us any weird and wonderful challenges you have come up with. Answer the question - What is one thing that you would never, ever do sober?
www.drunkmummysobermummy.com – Vic’ blog.
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve.
Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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It's the final episode of series 3 and a chat that Vic and Lucy have been dreading (for reasons revealed on the pod.) Today the girls talk about the brilliant bond they have formed over the last year and how Sober Awkward has helped them understand sobriety and themselves.
Change can feel overwhelming for sober people and learning to step out of our sober comfort zones is a scary but a necessary part of treading this path. Today the girls have to confront change. In this heart-wrenching discussion you'll hear about the changes they've both made, about how finding one person to support you can be enough, and how when one door closes... another one always opens.
Show Notes
Join the free social network for the sober and sober curious made by Sober Awkward for you!!
Go to www.cuppa.community and find your kind of people. You can create free events, your own sober groups, find sobriety courses and so much more.
The kettle has officially boiled people!!! Get on there and start sharing your 'journey'!
@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community
@beanstalksinglemums
Book - William Porter -Alcohol Explained https://alcoholexplained.com
Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
The more people we reach the more people we can help x
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Cravings are a huge part of treading this sober path. This week the girls want to delve deeper into these pesky reminders of their past lives.
Let's face it, cravings are out to get you! They sneak up and tap you on the shoulder when you least expect it. They make you uncomfortable around alcohol and can cause you to slip up. Today Vic and Lucy want to find out if it's possible to predict cravings, prepare for them and accept them as just a part of going alcohol-free. In this funny and insightful episode you'll learn the science behind why your squishy brain still desires alcohol when sober, why you hanker after booze when hormonal, why having a fuzzy brain after 25 years of caning it is quite normal and loads of tips and tricks to stop you fantasising about your old buddy - booze. Oh, and find out why Vic is scared of hammocks!
Show Notes
Join the free social network for the sober and sober curious made by Sober Awkward for you!!
Go to www.cuppa.community and find your kind of people. You can create free events, your own sober groups, find sobriety courses and so much more.
The kettle has officially boiled people!!! Get on there and start sharing your 'journey'!
This episode is sponsored by https://lyres.com.au Just head to their website to find out more about the mixology classes.
https://lyres.com.au/loyalty_rewards? - The Frequent Sippers Club
@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community
Blog Post -https://cuppa.community/posts/sunday-night-guest-blog-by-lucy-good-my-first-100-days
@beanstalksinglemums
Book - William Porter -Alcohol Explained https://alcoholexplained.com
Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
The more people we reach the more people we can help x
soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #beanstalksinglemums #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks # #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity
Lucy is away in England, so Vic welcomes her sister Louise onto the Sober Awkward podcast today. Louise has been sober for over 23 years and is an expert when it comes to alcohol and work environments. Together they delve into why there is so much pressure to drink with work mates, how alcohol and hangovers affected their careers and if there are any ways employers can make job and work functions a bit more AF friendly. Oh; and there are a few awful work related misdemeanours from Vic, Lou and the listeners to cringe over. So tuck your shirt in, polish your shoes and turn on the photocopier - it's time for the calamitous Sober Awkward curriculum vitae!
Show Notes
Guest - https://louvanstone.com
Join the free social network for the sober and sober curious made by awkward for you!!
go to www.cuppa.community and find your kind of people. You can create free events, your own sober groups, find sobriety courses and so much more.
The kettle has officially boiled people!!! Get on there and start sharing your 'journey'!
This episode is sponsored by https://lyres.com.au Just head to their website to find out more about the mixology classes.
@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
Blog Post -10 ways to make your work environment more AF friendly - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/10-ways-to-create-a-healthier-alcohol-free-work-environment
Movie - Flight -Denzel Washington
@beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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For many reasons, no matter how hard you try, even if you hate it, when you give up alcohol it has an annoying habit of creeping back into your mind. Strong emotions, triggery places and drinking culture, mean thoughts of it seep in, little nudges and voices begin shoving you towards having 'just one' and before you know it, you're at the bottle shop paying for a bottle of Sav.
For some, relapse is a part of the sobriety path and others manage to circumvent it. But how? Today Vic and Lucy delve into the times they wobbled, tell you the most common relapse triggers, give you some tips on how to avoid going back and discuss the shame and drama that jogs alongside returning to booze after a period of abstinence.
Show Notes
Join the free social network for the sober and sober curious made by awkward for you!!
go to www.cuppa.community and find your kind of people. You can create free events, your own sober groups, find sobriety courses and so much more.
The kettle has officially boiled people!!! Get on there and start sharing your 'journey'!
This episode is sponsored by https://lyres.com.au Just head to their website to find out more about the mixology classes.
https://lyres.co.uk/offer/soberawkward We have a special treat for our listeners based in the UK, courtesy of Lyre's non-alcoholic: When you subscribe to the Lyre's newsletter, you will get a free 700mL bottle of their signature Coffee Originale non-alcoholic spirit. Visitlyres.co.uk/offer/soberawkwardfill in the short form to get the code to redeem your free bottle. Be quick though - this offer is only available while stock lasts, and you don't want to miss out on those delicious alcohol-free Espresso Martinis! Available to UK residents at lyres.co.uk only.
@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/parenting-when-demands-outweigh-patience
Book - No Book this week - Just the Kmart 'One Line Per Day Book'
@beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Today Vic and Lucy are trying to understand why drinking can sometimes retreat behind closed doors. Is it because of parenting woes, because of shame or because people feel safer in the confines of their own four walls? What really causes people to hide away and what are the warning signs that your drinking has spiralled out of control?
Today they discuss the somewhat-warped mindset that comes with drinking at home and, most importantly, what to do if you’re sinking a bottle of Sav from the perceived safety of your sofa. Join them as they discover the dangers of drinking behind closed doors.
Oh, and don't miss Vic's DJ debut blooper featured at the end!
Show Notes
TV Show is The Virtues! Not the Vigil. Stephen Graham is also not Geordie - He's a Scouser. Apologies!
Join the free social network for the sober and sober curious made by awkward for you!!
go to www.cuppa.community and find your kind of people. You can create free events, your own sober groups, find sobriety courses and so much more.
The kettle has officially boiled people!!! Get on there and start sharing your 'journey'!
This episode is sponsored by https://lyres.com.au Just head to their website to find out more about the mixology classes.
@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/parenting-when-demands-outweigh-patience
Book - No Book this week
@beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Today Vic and Lucy are using scare tactics to get you thinking about your alcohol consumption. They're delving into the stats and figures, then pinpointing areas where this 'Class A Carcinogen' is doing the most damage. They discuss weird ailments, from gallstones to thinning hair, and how their bodies feel since ditching the grog. Have they healed? Today you're getting a sober awkward health check from two prestigious party girls. Was Vic's back pain caused by booze filled aching kidneys? Or was it because she let a nightclub of people dance on her back most Friday nights? Did someone say Human Podium?
Show Notes
Join the free social network for the sober and sober curious made by awkward for you!!
go to www.cuppa.community and find your kind of people. You can create free events, your own sober groups, find sobriety courses and so much more.
The kettle has officially boiled people!!! Get on there and start sharing your 'journey'!
This episode is sponsored by https://lyres.com.au Just head to their website to find out more about the mixology classes.
@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/say-goodbye-to-the-people-pleaser
Book - The Courage to be Disliked -
https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Courage-to-Be-Disliked/Ichiro-Kishimi/9781501197277
@beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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It's here! The episode all the single sober souls have been waiting for. Sober Dating! Seeing as Vic and Lucy know nothing about sober dating they have invited on an expert. Faye is the founder of Untoxicated, is a grey area drinking coach and an all-round professional party pooper. She has been on and off the sober dating scene since she gave up booze 4 years ago. Today they discuss everything from their drunken dating pasts, vulnerable sober sex and all the squishy stuff in-between. In this cheeky episode you'll get to find out what it's really like showing up to a date as you, no mask, no crutches. Together Vic and Faye discover that sober dating is about maturity, boundaries, and practice. It really is a case of feeling the awkward and doing it anyway!
Show Notes
This episode is sponsored by https://lyres.com.au Just head to their website to find out more about the mixology classes.
@_fayelawrence https://fayelawrence.com.au
https://untoxicated.com.au
@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
https://cuppa.community - coming soon!
Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/the-best-facebook-groups-and-instagram-accounts-for-the-sober-and-sober-curious
Book - The Sober Girl Society Handbook - https://sobergirlsociety.com/book/ By Millie Gooch
@beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Grab your passport, flip flops and sunscreen, the boarders are open so a trip abroad might be just around the corner. But what does a holiday look like now the mini bar is off limits?
As a newly sober soul, holidays or weekends away are daunting. You're used to cocktails by the pool, sundowners at the beach bar and shots at the local nightclub... So now what? Hide in the hotel room in a cosy bathrobe and order room service?
NO!! Sober people deserve a holiday too, you just need to be prepared and reframe your time away from home.
On this hilarious episode Vic and Lucy will delve into messy drinking holidays of the past, compare them to sober holidays and take you through the steps you need to put in place to ensure you're not tempted by 'just one' Pina Colada. They learnt, after a lot of mistakes, that time away without booze... can actually (drum roll) be better than ever before.
So, get packing! It's time for your sober vacation.
Show Notes
@soberawkward
Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/sober-in-the-city
Book - Mary Karr - Lit - https://www.marykarr.com
Lexine Stapinski - https://www.inroads.org.au - Learning about anxiety
https://www.abc.com.au - The Anxiety Project
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Today Lucy and Vic are dipping their toes back into the depths of their drinking days. In this episode they force themselves to regress into the many gloomy Sundays spent in bed, hungover, ravaged by fear and anxiety. Hangxiety played a huge role in both their lives. It's the reason they kept drinking and the reason they got sober. So, today you'll get the full hangxiety story. Why we get it. The science behind it. Why some are more prone to it than others. How you deal with it and a miracle formula that means you will never have to experience hangxiety again. Oh, and you'll also find out why Vic ended up in a Cult! This is their most insightful and honest episode yet so make sure you have a nice cuppa on hand to keep you fearless throughout!
This episode of Sober Awkward is sponsored by Lyres.
Go to https://lyres.com.au/agave_tequila to get your 15% discount and watch my instagram feed for a great competition starting today ! @drunkmummysobermummy
Book of the week - Joshua Fletcher https://schoolofanxiety.com/books/
Anxiety: Panicking about Panic is a revolutionary, self-help book for people who suffer from the various symptoms of anxiety. The book acts as an informative guide and draws from the experiences of author and counsellor, Joshua Fletcher, who lived with anxiety disorder for years before successfully overcoming the.
Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/choosing-days-over-nights
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
SMART Recovery Australia - find life beyond addiction (thanks Pete)
https://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au
SMART Recovery meetings support you to achieve behaviour change goals of your choice around alcohol & other drug use, or any behaviours of concern.
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Series 3 is here! Today Vic and Lucy discuss being highly functional drinkers. What is it and why does it take so long to identify? Both the girls functioned well enough in life to cleverly and silently slip under the radar, they held down jobs, got married and even pulled off motherhood! They looked functional from the outside but beneath the function they were both heavily drinking, using their success's as an excuse to pour another glass. Today Vic and Lucy have some revelations about their sordid pasts and find out why waking up at 5am for a jog, being the best parent in the world or keeping down a steady job, might not have meant they were winning.... It actually meant they were hiding a problem in plain sight. This episode is proudly sponsored by https://heapsnormal.com Just add the code soberawkward when checking out to get free postage within Australia
Don't forget to give Sober Awkward an iTunes review - it really helps us share the message with the world - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
Show Notes - Sober Awkward is sponsored by https://heapsnormal.com
Book of the week - Girls walks out of a Bar - Lisa F Smith
https://www.amazon.com.au/Girl-Walks-Out-Lisa-Smith/dp/1590793218
Blog Post – Burnt Toast - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/burnt-toast-waiting-too-long-to-address-a-drinking-problem
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -
https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Today the ladies welcome Sarah Drage to the Sober Awkward podcast. Sarah lost her dad to alcohol misuse disorder in 2017 and is bravely sharing her story to raise awareness and de-stigmatise alcoholism in society. Her first-hand experience of losing someone to alcoholism highlights the damage alcohol does and how the shame of addiction stops people reaching out for support.
Vic and Lucy are out of the studio today due to Lucy being stuck down with Covid, but with the help of Alan, and the wonders of technology, they have managed to piece together this heart wrenching episode.
Don't forget to give Sober Awkward an iTunes review - it really helps us share the message with the world - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
Show Notes
Sarah Drage - @Sarah_drage
https://warriorkind.co.uk
Blog Post – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/facing-shame
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -
https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Are you thinking about changing your relationship with booze? Scared about what the first 100 days will bring? Well, you're in the right place!
If you are waking up on New Years Day with an awful hangover, questioning why your plan to have 'one or two' ended with you singing Wonder Wall outside a 7-Eleven at 3am....then this is the perfect podcast for you.
Today it's all about new beginnings, fresh starts and skipping into the sunset with nothing but you're pride and a bottle of fizzy water.
Vic and Lucy will tell you everything they know about the first 100 days of sobriety and they'll help you answer all those pesky questions spinning around in your hangxiety ridden brain.
On this funny, yet poignant episode you'll get loads of top tips and advice on how to get through those first wibbly wobbly days and gather the tools you need to achieve a healthy, happy, longterm sobriety from day 1 to 100 ....and beyond!
Giggle along as the lady's uncover the truths about living an alcohol-free life, the good, the bad, the ugly... and the awkward.
Show notes
Happy New Year! Blog Posts – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/copy-of-10-things-my-first-100-days-of-sobriety-have-taught-me-guest-blog-by-lucy-good
https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/choosing-days-over-nights
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -
https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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The tree’s up, the presents are wrapped, and everyone is getting ready for the big day. But for sober people Christmas can ‘throw up’ a few unexpected cravings and some very uncomfortable conversations. Being the one person that’s breaking tradition, and not downing Bucks Fizz for breakfast, can be a challenge. But, Lucy and Vic were astonished to find they both enjoy a sober Christmas much more than a hammered one. They get to absorb the good, ignore the bad and leave when they’ve had enough. So, how do you make it through this annual drinking marathon sober? And is it ok to say no? On this episode they will share lots of tips and tricks on how to get through this momentous day with nothing but a gaudy jumper and a few firm boundaries. They’ll teach you how to be sober punks and break the traditions ingrained since childhood, oh, and they will also talk a lot about the importance of pudding. A funny and festive episode.
Show notes
Blog Post – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/surviving-christmas-sober
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@beanstalksinglemums
Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -
https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic, you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on iTunes
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975The more people we reach the more people we can help x
The Sober Christmas Elf
Imagine this Christmas that you have friendly elf
Who’s there to help you be your sober Christmas self
He will sit on your shoulder whispering words of support
and talk you out of opening Nan’s bottle of port.
The elf will be on hand to listen when your craving,
And he’ll distract you with chocolate if you feel like misbehaving
He will go to the kitchen and switch on the kettle
And quietly sit with you… until your sober nerves settle
The pointy eared chap will guide you and help you feel strong
He’ll hold your hand when you feel awkward like you don’t belong
He’ll represent you, be your own personal attorney
And tell people to fuck off that don’t respect your journey
With the elf’s help you’ll make it through Christmas day
the anxiety will pass, and your hangover will stay away.
You’ll be able to enjoy this festive time and have lots of fun,
Because guess what Lucy?
There’s a sober elf inside everyone!
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Today it's all about the people. The ones you surrounded yourself with when drunk, and when newly sober. Vic and Lucy hid amongst heavy drinkers for most of their boozy lives. It's how they avoided confronting their own issues. But now, they are both loud and proud sober women.... but it hasn't all been plain sailing. They both still find it challenging being around people that drink and it's hard navigating old friendships in which alcohol was the only common denominator. So, how do you stay friends with people that no longer socialise in the same way you do? and is it really possible to live with a heavy drinker and get sober? On this episode you'll find out why sobriety has to be a solo endeavour and why your changes could open the sobriety door to the people around you.
Show notes
Blog Post – https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/drinking-buddies
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@beanstalksinglemums
Lucy Good - https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women -
https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
TV Show - In My Skin on Stan
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975 The more people we reach the more people we can help x
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Today Lucy and Vic are talking about the how the pandemic has affected alcohol intake. Unfortunately, home lockdowns, boredom and fear meant alcohol consumption increased by 25% in 2021. People are leaning on booze more than ever before. For some, the pandemic meant they were dragged further into an already toxic relationship with alcohol and others were actually forced to confront their demons and used Covid19 as an opportunity to change. So, did covid break you or make you? Today Vic and Lucy want to delve into how you can identify if your drinking has got out of control and uncover the signs that your habit needs addressing. Is one bottle of wine per night really too much? Find out on this funny and insightful episode.
Show notes
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@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
Blog Post – A Sober Pandemic - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-sober-pandemic
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Book – Wind Swept and Interesting by Billy Connolley.
https://www.booktopia.com.au/windswept-interesting-billy-connolly/book/9781529318265.html
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Alcoholic, me? Not on your Nelly! On this Episode of Sober Awkward Vic and Lucy discuss the impact of words related to sobriety. During the chat they discover how some words support recovery, and how others can actually derail it. For some people (including Vic) being called an 'Alcoholic' felt extreme and didn't represent the sort of drinker she was, but for Lucy, that word gave her strength, identity and eventually enabled her to address her drinking habit. So, todays episode is an opportunity to help you untangle some of these controversial words and find ones that fit your personal path to lasting sobriety.
Show notes
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@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
Blog Post - Alcoholic me?htthttps://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/alcoholic-me
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Today Vic and Lucy welcome Sober Dave onto the podcast. Since Dave ditched the booze nearly 3 years ago he has become one of the most prominent sober voices out there. Speaking out about his battle at events, schools, and on line. Dave has gone from rock bottom to becoming a sober coach and major influencer and his story is now helping destigmatise alcoholism in society. On this episode of Sober Awkward you'll get the male perspective, what it's really like as a man speaking up about alcohol and how heavy drinking affected Dave's life, work and relationships over the years. So, go and put the bloody kettle on and settle in - this is going to be a cracker.
Show notes
@soberdave
https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/
Sober Dave Podcast - One for the Road
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/one-for-the-road/id1565341712
Book Catherine Grey - Sunshine, Warm, Sober. - https://unexpectedjoy.co.uk/
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Mocktail Recipes -
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https://lyres.com.au/recipes/lyres-sprits-de-passione/
https://lyres.com.au/recipes/non-alcoholic-aperol-spritz-mocktail-recipe
Blog Post - best Facebook groups for the sober curious...
https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/the-best-facebook-groups-and-instagram-accounts-for-the-sober-and-sober-curious
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
@soberawkward
Vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Resources mentioned:
The Big Book AA - https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/read-the-big-book-and-twelve-steps-and-twelve-traditions
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email Vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
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There is a lonely place where heavy drinkers get stuck. This grey area or 'Pinot Gris Purgatory' as Vic likes to call it, is sadly where many boozers suffer in silence and don't get the help they deserve. This is a topic very close to Vic and Lucy's hearts, having both fallen through this crack themselves. They got stuck in a drinkers no-mans land, where they didn't feel that their drinking was bad enough to be worthy of support. Today they discuss why they felt so trapped and the denial that kept them there, how eventually they took responsibility for their drinking habits and how getting support lead them to not only liking themselves, but also understanding that no matter where they sat on the vast spectrum of alcoholism, they, like you, were worthy of help. An insightful and motivating episode.
Show notes
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Mocktail Recipes -
https://lyres.com.au/recipes/non-alcoholic-amaretto-sour-mocktail
https://lyres.com.au/recipes/lyres-sprits-de-passione/
https://lyres.com.au/recipes/non-alcoholic-aperol-spritz-mocktail-recipe
Blog Post - Blacking out Life and waking up to reality - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/blacking-out-and-waking-up
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
@soberawkward
Vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Book of the week - 'UnFuck Yourself' By Gary John Bishop
https://garyjohnbishop.com
https://www.amazon.com/Unfu-Yourself-Your-Head-into/dp/0062803832
Resources mentioned:
The Big Book AA - https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/read-the-big-book-and-twelve-steps-and-twelve-traditions
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email Vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Get your cup of Chamomile and Rescue Remedy at the ready because this episode might be a little anxiety inducing for some. Today Vic and Lucy are talking about drinking trauma and triggers. You know, those pesky daily reminders that pop up out of nowhere and momentarily plop you back into who you once were. A heavy drinker.
They look at why these flashbacks happen, what their own personal experiences are, how they change the longer you're sober and how you can deal with them in a peaceful sober manner without going full circle and reverting to your bad habit.
Vic and Lucy hope that by being open and honest about what makes them ache for a wine, you'll be able to take heed and learn how to avoid leaning in for a drink when these reminders suddenly sneak up on you.
Show notes
Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-sober-hangover
Review Sober Awkward Now!
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
@soberawkward
Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Resources mentioned:
Series 2 - Episode 2
Book of the week.
Black Out - Sarah Hepola - https://sarahhepola.com
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast. The more people we reach the more people we can help x
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On this episode Vic and Lucy welcome their first guest onto The Sober Awkward Podcast - William Porter. William is the Author of one of the most popular 'Quit Lit' books out there - 'Alcohol Explained.' He's an expert in the chemical, physiological and psychological factors at play when alcohol is consumed. In this chat Lucy and Vic break down 'A day in the life of a drinker' with William and get his brilliant insight on everything from that first drink until the anxiety ridden hangover. They find out what's really going on when in our brains when take that euphoric sip, why we seem to always fail at moderation and how sleep deprivation plays a huge part in over drinking.
This is a fascinating look inside our habits, our bodies and our minds. This episode is a must for those considering an alcohol-free life.
Show notes
Blog Post - A Sober Hangover
https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-sober-hangover
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
Facebook Group - Drunk Mummy Sober Mummy - The Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/913823235768685
Resources mentioned:
Series 2 Episode 1 – Alcohol Explained – William Porter
https://www.alcoholexplained.com/buy/
https://www.facebook.com/alcoholexplained
@alcoholexplained
@soberawkward
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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If you've been a heavy drinker for many years you might have a few war wounds, perhaps you've had a couple of hospital visits, been to the STD clinic or even suffered mental health problems due to your alcohol intake. Vic and Lucy have both suffered in different ways from being big boozers. In this episode they discuss all the different ways they put their bodies and minds at risk over the years, the dangerous situations they found themselves in, why they ignored all the red flags and how it feels now to be on the other side of the chaos. So, if you've woken up recently with a cut on your head or a stranger in your bed, then maybe it's time to stop taking risks and make some changes. A funny and insightful episode.
Show notes
@drunkmummysobermummy
@soberawkward
email - Vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com
Blog Post - Risk -
https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/_risk
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy
Resources mentioned:
Book of the week - Jordan P Barnes - 'One Hit Away' https://www.amazon.com.au/One-Hit-Away-Memoir-Recovery-ebook/dp/B085M78JWT
The Big Book AA - https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/read-the-big-book-and-twelve-steps-and-twelve-traditions
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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In this weeks honest, yet slightly humiliating episode, Vic and Lucy discuss all the positive side effects of choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle. They go over all the changes you'd expect to happen (no more hangovers, better sleep and more available parenting) to all the things that have come as a wonderful surprise to them, (liking themselves more, being more environmentally friendly and Lucy no longer having bad breath!) So, if you're questioning your relationship with booze, this candid chat will hopefully inspire you to bid farewell to the bottle and try a happier, healthier lifestyle.
Show notes
Blog Post - Waking up with a steady heartbeat https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/waking-up-with-a-steady-heartbeat
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – (drunk mummy sober mummy) www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
@soberawkward
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
Resources mentioned:
Episode 9 – Book for the week - The Sober Lush By Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire
https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-sober-lush-amanda-eyre-ward/book/9780593084823.html
The Big Book AA - https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/read-the-big-book-and-twelve-steps-and-twelve-traditions
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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If you're wondering what it feels like to be sober in a room full of people drinking then this is the episode for you. Vic and Lucy tell us what it was like for them the first time they partied with nothing but a fizzy water. In this hilarious episode they take the Sober Awkward listeners through a top ten guide to a successful first sober outing. They cover everything from being AF prepared and taking a sober mate with you, to stuffing your face with treats on the way home. They both admit that these first toe-dips into socialising were hard, but with time they promise you'll get more confident and eventually learn how to relax and have fun on a sober night out. So, go and grab a cuppa and a snuggle in to a cosy corner of a comfy couch to enjoy some amazing tips and a few giggles.
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Show notes
Blog Post - First Sober Social - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/first-sober-social
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
@soberawkward
@drunkmummysobermummy
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
Resources mentioned:
Episode 8 – Bryony Gordon - Glorious Rock Bottom
https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-au/books/bryony-gordon/glorious-rock-bottom/9781472253750?gclid=Cj0KCQjw3f6HBhDHARIsAD_i3D_bQdMXoCrIZayzYLqTqt9QaO0aNXVGFJEBZCh9zDKqlRKMT4WjqbQaAiM-EALw_wcB#GOR011432706
The Big Book AA - https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/read-the-big-book-and-twelve-steps-and-twelve-traditions
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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On this Episode Vic and Lucy tell us what they thought about sober groups and sober people before they ditched the booze and how, actually, once they both dipped their toes in, they realised sober groups were no where near as boring as they perceived. In fact they are full of inspiring and interesting people that have excellent stories! They will share with you how to approach these groups, how to find online support and as always.... how to feel the awkward and do it anyway. Sobriety is all about connection and finding other people you resonate with. This episode is an absolute must for those feeling solitary in their choice to quit drinking.
Show notes
Blog Post - Making Friends Sober - www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/making-friends-sober
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
Resources mentioned: Episode 7
Sponsored by www.lyres.com.au
promo code SOBER20
Link to other sober groups - https://www.thetemper.com/sober-communities-beyond-traditional-aa/
Book of the week - This Naked Mind by Annie Grace - https://thisnakedmind.com/annie-grace/
Sober Groups mentioned - The Sober Social for Sober Curious Women
Untoxicated - www.untoxicated.com.au
How I quit Alcohol - Danny Carr - https://www.iquitalcohol.com.au/pages/about
Sober in the country - Shanna Whan - https://www.soberinthecountry.org/
@soberdave
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
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What happens when party girls become mums? Do you just stick the baby in a carrier and head off down the pub? Or are you magically turned into a perfect, cake baking earth mother as soon as a baby pops out?
In this hilarious and insightful episode, hosts Vic and Lucy, delve deeply into their very personal journeys from party girls to mums. They tell you how this confronting transition felt for them, why they leant on wine to get through, how heavy drinking impacted their beloved children and of course, how they managed to turn it around and become sober mums on a mission.
Show notes Episode 6
Blog Post -The Mother of all Hangovers https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/the-mother-of-all-hangovers
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
@soberawkward
drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
Resources mentioned:
Book - Clare Pooley - The Sober Diaries
https://clarepooley.com
https://www.amazon.com/Clare-Pooley/e/B0749P76C5%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
The Big Book AA - https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/read-the-big-book-and-twelve-steps-and-twelve-traditions
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Today Vic and Lucy discuss their very similar personality traits which they believe may have led them to be such heavy drinkers. They share what those characteristics were (things like shyness, low self-esteem and anxiety); why they felt the need to drown them out with booze; the mess they created by doing this; and how they have accepted and adapted these traits in their sobriety.
As everybody that sits on this vast alcohol spectrum knows, alcoholism does not discriminate and absolutely anyone can be affected. This chat is about Vic and Lucy's own personal journeys and their uncannily similar experiences. They hope that by sharing them, it might help you identify why you reach for a drink and hopefully get you to consider other ways to be YOU without the booze.
Show notes Episode 5
Blog Post - A Self-Aware Sobriety
https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-self-aware-sobriety
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
@soberawkward
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
Resources mentioned:
Episode 5 – High Sobriety - Jill Stark
https://jillstark.com.au/product/high-sobriety/
Song - Jimmy Cliff - Reggae Nights
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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Why is it so hard to stop after that first drink? And why can’t we be ‘Normal Drinkers’ no matter how good our intentions? Today Vic and Lucy delve deeper into everything moderation. Is it science based, a cultural thing or just that some humans are born to over drink? For their entire drinking careers, both Vic and Lucy tried and tried to moderate, but they both always, without fail, failed! So how long can you fail at something before deciding you can’t fix it on your own? and are other forces at play after having that first drink, is it environment? drinking culture? Trauma? or just a naughty pixie? Join them for some sober giggles in this brutally honest sobriety podcast.
Show notes
www.hellosundaymorning.org
To download the Day Break App -
https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1107514492
Blog Post - The Moderation Pixie - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/the-moderation-pixie
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
@soberawkward
Resources mentioned:
Episode 4 – Alcohol Explained – William Porter
https://www.amazon.com/Alcohol-Explained-William-Porter/dp/1516997190
The Wone O'Clock Myth – Lotta Dann
https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/other-books/The-Wine-OClock-Myth-Lotta-Dann-9781988547220
The Big Book AA - https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/read-the-big-book-and-twelve-steps-and-twelve-traditions
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975
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On this episode Vicky and Lucy discuss the correlation between choosing an alcohol-free life and becoming boring. Why are the two so closely related and is it possible to shake off this negative reputation?
is it possible to change your perspective? and how long will it take before the fear of being boring is flushed away down the bog with that last bottle of wine.... and is it really possible embrace the boring?
As Vic and Lucy know, sober is boring by default, but, there's good news! Life without beer goggles for both these podium hogging party girls is better....
In every boring way!
Show notes
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
@soberawkward
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
Resources:
Hello Sunday Morning - https://hellosundaymorning.org/
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast. The more people we reach the more people we can help x
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This week Vic and Lucy discuss that super-duper awkward moment you decide to tell people you no longer partake in a tipple. For some this can be one of the most difficult steps to take on this sober path, so hard in fact, that it might feel easier just to keep on drinking. Vic and Lucy describe what this moment looked like for them, give you some tips on how to reveal all and why they were both pleasantly surprised how friends and family responded. So, if you’re not quite ready to shout about sobriety from the top of the Aldi carpark, then have a listen and get some inspiration. Join them today as they too learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!
Show Notes:
Show notes
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
Resources mentioned:
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast. The more people we can reach the more people we can help x
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It's very personal and awkward moment when long-time heavy drinkers self-reflect and admit that their good old buddy booze is no longer serving them. Like so many people, both Lucy and Vic ignored numerous wake up calls and continued their destructive drinking patterns for years. But, as you’ll hear, imagining a life beyond the bottle seemed so unfathomable that they both suffered in silence until alcohol caused extreme anxiety and led to some very questionable behaviour.
So, what are the signs that drinking has gone too far? When is it ok to ask for help? And what does it mean to be sober curious? This episode is all about reaching out, getting some answers and changing the cycle of destructive behaviour.
SHOW NOTES:
Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au
@beanstalksinglemums
Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com
@drunkmummysobermummy
Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial
Resources mentioned:
Episode 1 - Books – Sober Curious - Ruby Warrington
Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au
Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au
Find a Therapist – https://www.goodtherapy.com.au
Contact us! If you have a topic you would like us to cover, or would like us to give you a shout out then please just email drunkmummysobermummy@gmail.com
Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate the podcast. The more people we reach the more people we can help x