Sondra Primeaux + Tammi Salas

The Unruffled Podcast

Sondra Primeaux + Tammi Salas

  • Episode 138 - Holidaze II

Episode 138 - Holidaze II

Monday 25th November 2019

Sondra Primeaux and Tammi Salas discuss their experiences and tools for a sober holiday season on The Unruffled Podcast. Tune in for tips and inspiration.
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The Unruffled Podcast
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Sondra Primeaux + Tammi Salas
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Sober Holidays: Tips and Tales from The Unruffled Podcast

There's hope- you know, if you can get through these holidays, which I know can be kind of open season for people with drinking problems, like it's everywhere right now. You know that you can be with your family and be present with the uncomfortableness you won't, you won't die from it, yeah, yeah, and you will never wake up and wish that you drank, never promise that.
As the festive season approaches, the holiday cheer can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for those on a journey to sobriety. In this episode of The Unruffled Podcast, hosts Sondra Primeaux and Tammi Salas share their own experiences navigating the holidays without alcohol. Reflecting on how far they've come, they discuss the unique challenges and triumphs of celebrating sober. If you're curious about their earlier holiday discussions, check out Episode 33: The Holidaze.
Sondra and Tammi dive into their personal toolboxes, offering practical tips that have helped them stay grounded during the festive chaos. Sondra's go-to strategies include writing out her thoughts, hitting the pavement for a walk or run, and engaging in hands-on activities. Tammi shares her own essentials, like making conscious contact with a higher power, relying on a physical toolbox, and keeping a 'bag of tricks' handy for those tricky moments.
This episode isn't just about surviving the holidays—it's about thriving. Sondra and Tammi emphasize the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's motivations and behaviors. Their candid reflections offer hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with the idea of a sober holiday season. With their mix of heartfelt advice and relatable stories, you'll find this episode both comforting and inspiring. Whether you're newly sober or have been on this path for a while, Sondra and Tammi's insights will resonate with you.
Tune in to discover how you can make your holidays joyful and meaningful without alcohol.