Staying True to Yourself: Social Events Without Alcohol
I really can't think of a time, honestly, that I've told someone that I'm in recovery and then them scoff at me or look down at me or say: oh, okay, like it's literally even people that I drank with in in school when I was younger, or people that thought I was this goody, goody, whatever.
Ever felt the awkwardness of attending a party where everyone else is drinking, but you're committed to staying sober? Ryan Owens and Cassie Adkins know this feeling all too well. In this episode of The SoberComm Podcast, they dive into their personal experiences of navigating social events without a drink in hand.
Cassie shares her story about going to a dinner where she didn't know anyone well and the importance of having her own way to leave if things got uncomfortable. Ryan opens up about the tough conversations he’s had with his wife about knowing someone close who’s struggling with addiction. They also tackle the tricky subject of peer pressure and the assumptions people make about sobriety. How do you stay true to yourself in professional settings where alcohol is often present?
Ryan and Cassie offer their insights and practical tips. They emphasize the importance of personal responsibility in recovery and the crucial role of support systems in helping others overcome addiction. This episode is a candid, relatable conversation that sheds light on the real-life challenges of long-term sobriety. Tune in to hear their honest, heartfelt stories and maybe pick up a few tips for your own journey.