RE 204: Should I Avoid Social Events Where Alcohol Will be Present?
RE 204: Should I Avoid Social Events Where Alcohol Will be Present?

Recovery Elevator

Lucy, with 65 days of sobriety, shares her story. Do I need to avoid social situations where alcohol will be present? The answer is yes, then no, then yes. Sorry if that’s confusing. I explain better in the episode....

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51:38•14 Jan 2019

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Recovery Elevator

Paul Churchill

It isn't a NO to alcohol, but a YES to a better life! Best selling author Paul Churchill, along with Kristopher Oyen interview people who have stepped away from alcohol in their own lives. Each week this podcast does a deep dive into an exploration of what a booze free life might look like from various perspectives and opinions. If you are sick and tired of alcohol making you sick and tired, we invite you to listen to Recovery Elevator. Check out what an alcohol free life can look like as others share their own stories of sobriety. If you are sober curious, newly sober, supporting a loved one or living your best life already in recovery, then you are in the right place. This podcast addresses what to do if you’re addicted to alcohol, or if you think you’re an alcoholic. Other topics include, does moderate drinking work, does addiction serve a purpose, what happens to the brain when we quit drinking, should you track sobriety time, is A.A. right for you, spirituality, and more. Similar to other recovery podcasts like This Naked Mind, the Shair Podcast, and the Recovered Podcast, Paul and Kris discuss a topic and then interview someone who has ditched the booze.

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Lucy’s Guide to Sober Socializing: Navigating Events Without Alcohol

“It's just about finding, finding your right thing...if you want, to anyone who feels like they like, I never understood before what people meant when they said that you need to find your sober, your tribe, and that you can't do this alone, and so on”

Imagine being invited to a party where alcohol flows freely, but you’ve decided to stay sober. What do you do? In this engaging episode of Recovery Elevator, hosts Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen chat with Lucy, who’s been sober for 65 days, about tackling social events without a drink in hand. Lucy, a freelance makeup artist from London, opens up about her journey from binge drinking to finding her footing in sobriety.

She shares candid stories of her early encounters with alcohol, the rapid descent into blackouts, and the struggles of drinking alone. Lucy’s story is not just about quitting alcohol but about discovering new ways to enjoy life and finding a supportive sober community. The episode dives into practical tips for navigating social situations where alcohol is present, the importance of having a sober support system, and the joy of self-discovery.

Whether you’re newly sober or just curious about living without alcohol, Lucy’s insights offer a refreshing perspective on embracing sobriety in social settings. Tune in to hear how she manages to have fun and stay true to her commitment, proving that a fulfilling social life doesn’t need to include alcohol.

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