Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#56 Socializing Sober with People Who Are Drinking
#56 Socializing Sober with People Who Are Drinking
#56 Socializing Sober with People Who Are Drinking
Tuesday 12th December 2023
Madeline Forrest offers practical advice for staying sober at social events, emphasizing boundaries and finding joy in sobriety.
38 minutes
Empowering
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Validation
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
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Episode Overview
- Navigating social situations as a sober individual, particularly during the holiday season, can be a daunting task
- Madeline delves into the intricacies of socializing with people who are drinking and offers invaluable insights and advice for those in the sober community
- She acknowledges the challenges of feeling like the odd one out at gatherings and provides practical tips for managing other people's responses to sobriety
- Madeline highlights the importance of not taking negative reactions personally, emphasizing that it's about others' relationship with alcohol, not a reflection of the sober individual
- Throughout the episode, Madeline offers reassurance and validation, empowering listeners to honour their feelings and celebrate their courageous journey towards sobriety
You don't have to prove yourself to anybody else. Maybe the people who are giving you the hardest time right now are the exact ones who are going to come to you one day for advice on getting sober and who are going to be so grateful that they have you that they can go to. But in the meantime, it is not your job to manage how they feel about your sobriety. It's your job to manage your own feelings. That's your responsibility and to just stay sober and to trust that no matter how it makes anybody else feel, you're doing what's right for you. And you can show up as your sober self in the social situation and at the party and that version of you is enough. That version of you is more than enough and you don't have to be their definition of fun. You don't have to drink with them to be fun.
Ever felt like the odd one out at a party because you're not drinking? Madeline Forrest gets it. In this episode of the 'Happiest Sober Podcast', she tackles the tricky terrain of socializing sober when everyone else has a drink in hand. With the holiday season around the corner, this topic couldn't be more timely. Madeline dives into the real-life challenges that come with staying sober in social settings, offering a treasure trove of practical advice and heartfelt insights.
Madeline understands the awkwardness of being the only sober person in the room and the pressure to fit in. She shares her own experiences and strategies for handling these situations with grace and confidence. From setting clear boundaries to dealing with unsolicited comments about your sobriety, Madeline covers it all. She emphasizes that negative reactions from others often say more about their relationship with alcohol than about you.
But it's not just about surviving these social events; it's about thriving in them. Madeline encourages listeners to reaffirm their reasons for choosing sobriety and to find joy in missing out on the hangovers and regrets that often accompany drinking. She provides a refreshing perspective on how to feel empowered and grateful for your sober journey, even when surrounded by drinkers. This episode is packed with reassurance and validation, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating sobriety in social settings.
Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on this path for a while, Madeline's compassionate advice will help you honor your feelings and celebrate your courageous choice to live alcohol-free.