Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien

The Weekend Sober

Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien

  • 8. How do I socialize sober?

8. How do I socialize sober?

Monday 27th December 2021

Kim, Kezia, and Catherine discuss their first experiences of socializing sober, offering practical tips and personal stories on The Weekend Sober podcast.
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22 minutes
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The Weekend Sober
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Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Socializing Sober: Real Stories and Practical Tips from The Weekend Sober Podcast

This journey is all about you. And if you were a drinking partner of people in the past and they relied on you, like they relied on us to always have a good time with them and drinking, that's taken away and they don't know how sometimes to communicate or have fun with you, because it's such a vast difference. So, with grace going into that, know that it's hard, exactly, but it's still worth it.
Imagine walking into a party, the familiar clink of glasses in the background, but this time you're navigating the scene without a drink in hand. In this episode of 'The Weekend Sober', hosts Kim, Kezia, and Catherine open up about their first experiences of socializing without alcohol. They share candid stories about facing friends and revisiting old haunts where they used to drink, offering a raw and relatable glimpse into their early sobriety journeys.
Catherine and Kim recount their initial fears and how they overcame them, providing listeners with practical advice on setting boundaries and finding new ways to enjoy social events. The conversation also delves into the impact of sobriety on relationships, highlighting the importance of honest communication with friends and family. Whether you're newly sober or have been on this path for a while, this episode is packed with valuable insights and coping strategies for navigating social situations without alcohol.
Tune in to hear how evolving friendships and personal growth play a crucial role in thriving while sober.