Babs Gray

Babstinence: One Woman. One Year. No Booze.

Babs Gray

  • Day Zero

Day Zero

Wednesday 19th April 2023

Comedian Babs Gray shares her raw and funny journey of sobriety, including a slip-up and the lessons learned in 'Day Zero'.
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25 minutes
Raw
Relatable
Inspiring
Honest
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About this podcast

Babstinence: One Woman. One Year. No Booze.
Author:
Babs Gray
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Comedic Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episodes:
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Day Zero: Babs Gray's Unfiltered Sobriety Struggle

Episode Overview

  • Babs candidly shares her experience of breaking sobriety during a trip with friends
  • She reflects on the internal struggle, surprising aftermath, and the complexities of her decision
  • Babs opens up about the insights gained and the internal conflicts she's working through
  • She discusses her journey in a refreshingly raw and relatable manner
  • Babs shares her approach to handling external judgment and embracing imperfection
I really thought that like, I would feel so bad that I'd be like, 'oh my god, never again' or whatever. But I didn't. So I don't know. I think doing it in a way that was, I was very, very conscious of it obviously did make a difference, and the biggest thing is that I haven't felt like drinking since then.
What happens when a comedian decides to quit drinking for a year? Babs Gray, the lively host of 'Babstinence: One Woman. One Year. No Booze,' offers a peek into her rollercoaster ride of sobriety. In this episode, aptly titled 'Day Zero', Babs spills the beans on her slip-up during a trip with friends. She humorously compares her journey to a giant pancake—because why not? It's Babs' world, after all.
The episode dives into her internal tug-of-war and the surprising aftermath of breaking her pledge. With her trademark wit and unfiltered honesty, Babs lays bare the complexities of her decision, the lessons learned, and the emotional hurdles she's navigating. This isn't just another sobriety story; it's a raw, real, and sometimes hilarious look at embracing imperfection and bouncing back with resilience.
Whether you're on your own path to sobriety or just love a good laugh mixed with some heartfelt moments, this episode is a must-listen.