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E192: How do you Stay Sober When You Have Social Anxiety?
E192: How do you Stay Sober When You Have Social Anxiety?
E192: How do you Stay Sober When You Have Social Anxiety?
Tuesday 3rd September 2024
Struggling with social anxiety while staying sober? This episode offers relatable stories and practical tips to help you navigate social situations.
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Get the buttons here!Staying Sober with Social Anxiety: Finding Your Tribe
Episode Overview
- Coping with social anxiety in various settings.
- Understanding and dealing with imposter syndrome.
- The importance of finding your tribe or support network.
- Personal anecdotes that highlight common struggles.
- Practical tips for navigating social situations without alcohol.
"Do you ever feel like someday that somebody's going to come knocking down your door and tell you to get out because you don't belong here?"
In this episode of the Sober Friends Podcast, Matt, Steve, and John tackle a challenge many sober folks face: staying sober while dealing with social anxiety. Imagine being at a kid's soccer game or a fancy dinner party and feeling like you don't belong. The hosts share personal stories of awkward social situations and the feeling of being an outsider, highlighting how these experiences can trigger the urge to drink.
From imposter syndrome to finding your place in new communities, they cover it all with honesty and humour. Matt kicks things off by recounting a recent soccer tournament where he felt out of place among the other parents. Steve and John chime in with their own experiences, discussing how they coped with similar feelings in different settings. They talk about the pressure to fit in and the temptation to use alcohol as a social lubricant.
The episode also dives into the concept of finding your tribe. Whether it's through AA meetings or just connecting with one person at a time, the hosts stress the importance of building meaningful relationships to combat loneliness and social anxiety. They remind you that it's not about impressing everyone but finding those few people who truly get you.
You'll also hear some lighter moments, like Steve's humorous take on cornhole and pickleball, adding a bit of levity to the serious topic. This episode is a mix of heartfelt advice, personal anecdotes, and practical tips for anyone struggling with social anxiety on their sober journey. Feeling like you don't fit in? This episode offers relatable stories and practical advice to help you navigate social situations without reaching for a drink.
Tune in to learn how to find your tribe and build meaningful connections.