Beth Bowen

Sober Stories

Beth Bowen

  • "Enhance Your Discernment" with Tori Felder of @retiredpartygirl

"Enhance Your Discernment" with Tori Felder of @retiredpartygirl

Friday 1st April 2022

Tori Felder joins Beth Bowen on Sober Stories to discuss her sobriety journey, a slip in 2021, and the importance of community and discernment.
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Sober Stories
Author:
Beth Bowen
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Finding Joy in Sobriety: Tori Felder's Real Talk on Sober Stories

Red flags are easier to see when you’re sober and you can pick a better person. That’s more aligned with who you truly are, not who you present to be when you’re drinking enhances our picker.
Imagine stepping into sobriety in your early 20s and facing the ups and downs head-on. That's exactly what Tori Felder, founder of The Retired Party Girl, shares with host Beth Bowen in this episode of Sober Stories. Tori opens up about her journey, including a slip in 2021, and how she found her way back to sobriety. This episode isn’t just about the struggles; it’s about the joy and community that can be found in living alcohol-free.
Tori and Beth discuss the often-glamorized image of sobriety seen on social media versus the real, sometimes messy, side of it. They dive into how finding a supportive sober community can make all the difference. Tori also talks about falling in love and navigating a new relationship while sober, offering valuable insights into sharing vulnerabilities with a partner who drinks.
One of the key takeaways is the importance of enhancing discernment—recognizing red flags and making better decisions in all areas of life. They also touch on the impact of drinking on mental health and the hurdles many face in accessing mental health resources. This episode is a heartfelt conversation aimed at changing the narrative around sobriety, making it clear that a life without alcohol can be both fulfilling and fun.
Tune in to hear Tori’s candid experiences and find inspiration for your own sober journey.