Madeline Forrest

Happiest Sober Podcast

Madeline Forrest

  • #57 Your Sober Pal: A Coffee with Laura Van Antwerp

#57 Your Sober Pal: A Coffee with Laura Van Antwerp

Tuesday 19th December 2023

Join Madeline Forrest and Laura Van Antwerp as they discuss the joys and challenges of sobriety, emphasizing resilience and community support.
53 minutes
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Happiest Sober Podcast
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Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Laura Van Antwerp: Finding Joy in Every Sober Day

Episode Overview

  • Laura's journey to sobriety and the importance of resilience
  • The challenges and joys of living a sober life
  • The transformative power of embracing sobriety
  • The emphasis on finding joy, laughter, and adventure in sobriety
  • The significance of community and support in the sobriety journey
You can have fun and have adventure in sobriety. It doesn't get boring. Those things absolutely happen in sobriety. It's such a magical journey.
Picture yourself having a cozy coffee chat with someone who gets the ups and downs of sobriety. In this episode of the 'Happiest Sober Podcast', Madeline Forrest welcomes Laura Van Antwerp, also known as @yoursoberpal on Instagram and TikTok. Laura's been on the sober path for over six years, and her story is a rollercoaster of resilience, humor, and authenticity. She jokes that if she had a pickle for every day one, she could garnish every burger in America.
But behind the humor lies a powerful message: it doesn't matter how many times you start over, what matters is that you keep going. Laura's journey is a beacon of hope for anyone feeling stuck in the cycle of drinking and wanting to break free. Her candid reflections on the challenges and triumphs of sober living are both inspiring and relatable.
She talks about the importance of community and support, and how these elements have been crucial in her journey to finding peace, joy, and confidence without alcohol. This episode isn't just about the struggles; it's also about the laughter, adventure, and unexpected joys that come with sobriety. Laura's infectious energy and positive outlook make this conversation a must-listen for anyone on or considering a sober journey.
Whether you're at day one or year six, Laura's story reminds us all that a vibrant, joyful life without alcohol is possible.