Madeline Forrest

Happiest Sober Podcast

Madeline Forrest

  • #95 Celebrations in Sobriety (feat. My Mom)

#95 Celebrations in Sobriety (feat. My Mom)

Tuesday 10th September 2024

Madeline Forrest and her mum share tips and stories on celebrating sober, offering insights on how to make meaningful memories without alcohol.
40 minutes
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Happiest Sober Podcast
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Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
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Redefining Celebrations: Finding Joy in Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Redefine what celebration means without alcohol.
  • Create new traditions that bring joy and fulfilment.
  • Find gratitude in sober moments and experiences.
  • Understand the importance of family support in sobriety.
  • Learn how to navigate early days of sober celebrations.
If you're happy about something, you get to fully experience that in sobriety for what it actually is.
Celebrations and sobriety might seem like oil and water, but Madeline Forrest and her mum are here to prove otherwise. In this episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, they share their personal journeys of transforming celebrations from alcohol-fuelled events into meaningful, joyful moments. Madeline opens up about her initial struggle with celebrating sober, especially during her first few birthdays without alcohol.
From feeling pressured to prove she could still have fun, to planning a Taylor Swift-themed karaoke party, she found new ways to enjoy her special days without a drink in hand. Her mum, who quit drinking at a younger age, offers a different perspective, explaining how family traditions and non-alcoholic celebrations helped her adapt more easily to sober living.
They both highlight the importance of creating new traditions and finding joy in the simple things—like a delicious meal or quality time with loved ones. Madeline's mum shares wisdom on how sobriety allows you to truly be present and cherish the moments that matter. Whether you're newly sober or a seasoned teetotaler, this episode is packed with tips and heartfelt stories that will inspire you to redefine what celebration means.
So, why not give it a listen and see how you can make your next celebration one to remember?