Recovery Rocks

Recovery Rocks

Recovery Rocks

  • Episode 188: Episode 188: Special Guest Celeste Yvonne

Episode 188: Episode 188: Special Guest Celeste Yvonne

Friday 8th September 2023

Join Lisa and Tawny as they chat with Celeste Yvonne about 'mommy wine culture', sobriety, and peer support on Recovery Rocks.
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35 minutes
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Unpacking Mommy Wine Culture with Celeste Yvonne

Episode Overview

  • Celeste Yvonne shares her journey from corporate America to becoming a certified sober coach and founding host of the Sober Mom Squad
  • Discussion on the societal pressures and challenges faced by mothers struggling with addiction and mental health
  • Insight into the broader issues underlying popular 'mommy wine culture' and the impact of the pandemic on women's drinking habits
  • Reflection on the changing landscape of recovery, the importance of peer support, and the evolving corporate attitudes towards alcohol and mindfulness
  • Music minute featuring Taylor Swift's powerful recovery anthems, providing a compelling and relatable perspective on the journey to sobriety
I saw the picture yesterday and, yeah, I had some serious FOMO. Are you coming to New York at all? I did too. Oh, I bet. Yeah. No, it's like, where are we? I'll be in New York in October. My brother lives in Jersey city. So I will be there just hanging with him, but I'd love to connect.
Ever wondered about the real story behind 'mommy wine culture'? In this episode of Recovery Rocks, hosts Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara sit down with Celeste Yvonne, the author of 'It’s Not About the Wine: The Loaded Truth About Mommy Wine Culture'. Celeste, a certified sober coach with over two decades in corporate communications, shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a leading voice in sober motherhood.
Her work has appeared in top publications like The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal, and she’s the founding host of the Sober Mom Squad. Celeste opens up about the societal pressures that push mothers towards alcohol and the mental health struggles that often accompany this lifestyle. The discussion is raw and real, shedding light on how the pandemic has exacerbated these issues for many women.
They also explore how corporate attitudes towards alcohol are slowly changing and the crucial role of peer support in recovery. The episode wraps up with a Music Minute featuring Taylor Swift, whose songs resonate deeply with the themes of recovery and resilience. Whether you’re a mom trying to navigate sobriety or someone interested in the cultural aspects of drinking, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt stories that are sure to resonate.
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