Sobriety and Dating in Your 20s: A Chat with Tyler Bode Yonchiuk
I define lowercase sober personally as meaning I'm sober but not capital s sober... I think I've made a very conscious choice About A Month Ago to really start taking care of my body and my mind a little bit better.
Imagine navigating the ups and downs of sobriety while dating during a pandemic. That's exactly what Izzi D'Esposito and her guest, Tyler Bode Yonchiuk, dive into in this engaging episode of 'lowercase sober'. Tyler opens up about his own experiences with drinking, including some positive moments and the darker side of blackouts. The conversation is candid and relatable, especially for young adults figuring out how to maintain a social life without alcohol.
They also tackle some heavy topics like the racist history of anti-cocaine laws and how these outdated policies still impact drug and alcohol treatment today. Izzi and Tyler's chat is not just informative but also filled with moments of light-hearted banter, making it a must-listen for anyone on their own sobriety journey or supporting someone who is.
Whether you're curious about the challenges of sober dating or interested in the broader societal issues around substance use, this episode offers a mix of personal stories and thought-provoking discussions.