Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli, Chip Somers
244: Binge Drinking and the Work Place
244: Binge Drinking and the Work Place
244: Binge Drinking and the Work Place
Wednesday 29th November 2023
Join Veronica Valli and Chip Somers on Soberful as they discuss staying sober in workplaces that promote binge drinking. Get practical tips and insights.
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Veronica and Chip discuss the prevalence of drinking culture in the workplace across various industries
- They highlight the risks associated with excessive drinking at work and the potential impact on careers and reputation
- The hosts emphasize the benefits of sobriety in the workplace, such as improved productivity and full engagement in work-related activities
- Practical tips for handling social situations at work events are provided, encouraging listeners to share their experiences on social media
- The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to share their workplace drinking experiences and emphasizes the enjoyment of sobriety at work events
You've got the edge there. You've kind of got some magic ingredients that other people don't have because you're never going to feel hungover. You're never going to be at risk of doing anything stupid or embarrassing. And you're going to have your full bandwidth. You know, you're never going to be preoccupied about alcohol or that kind of stuff.
Workplaces often come with their own set of pressures, and for many, alcohol is a go-to stress reliever. But what happens when you're trying to stay sober in an environment that promotes binge drinking? In this episode of the Soberful podcast, hosts Veronica Valli and Chip Somers tackle this very issue. They dive into the culture of alcohol in various industries, from hospitality to corporate offices, and discuss how it can affect both your career and personal life.
With nearly 50 years of sobriety between them, Veronica and Chip share practical advice on staying sober while navigating work events, happy hours, and office parties. They also highlight the benefits of sobriety in the workplace, such as increased productivity and better engagement in work-related activities. If you've ever felt the pressure to drink at work or struggled to maintain your sobriety in a drinking-heavy environment, this episode offers valuable insights and tips to help you stay on track.
Tune in to hear their stories, gain some practical tips, and maybe even find a bit of humor in the challenges we all face.