National Sober Day: Courtney Anderson's Journey to Joyful Sobriety
Episode Overview
Deb shares delightful conversations about non-alcoholic cocktails and the joy of sober living Courtney Anderson, founder of Sober Vibes and National Sober Day, discusses sobriety and National Recovery Month Insights into the origins of National Sober Day and the journey to sobriety Valuable advice on thriving in a life without alcohol and setting boundaries while socializing
It's a big deal. Yeah. And it's to be celebrated and to live it out loud. Yeah, because for a lot of people, if they would have continued to drink, they would have died.
What does it mean to truly celebrate sobriety? Deb, the Mocktail Mom, dives into this question with Courtney Anderson, the dynamic founder of Sober Vibes and National Sober Day. Courtney isn't just a sober life coach and author; she's a beacon of hope for anyone navigating the challenging waters of addiction recovery. In this episode, Deb and Courtney tackle the stigma and shame often associated with addiction, shining a light on the importance of National Recovery Month.
Courtney opens up about her personal journey, sharing the emotional highs and lows of transitioning to a sober lifestyle. She discusses the identity shifts she faced and the grieving process that comes with giving up addictions. But it's not all heavy—there's plenty of practical wisdom too. They talk about setting personal boundaries, identifying potential triggers in non-alcoholic beverages, and even the perks of taking a break from constant social interactions.
Whether you're on your own path to sobriety, considering it, or trying to understand what a loved one is going through, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Pour yourself a refreshing mocktail and tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation that might just change your perspective on living alcohol-free.