Last summer, Natalie decided to take charge of her relationship with alcohol. Now in her sixth month of sobriety, she reflects on her decision and explains how her life is different today.

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Natalie's Story

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The "Bubble" is what we use to stay safe and happy in sobriety (especially early sobriety). We surround ourselves with things and people who bring us joy, laughter and comfort. What do you put in YOUR bubble?

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(Due to a glitch, some listeners did not receive the full finale - reposted to ensure everyone hears it all!)

Get the tissues! This is it. What an amazing decade it has been. How can we possibly say enough thanks yous for all of the heartfelt goodness we've experienced this past decade? Loving messages of gratitude from Ellie, Lisa, Amanda, Catherine and Jean.

Presenting this show has been the honor of a lifetime. Thank you for joinging us on this amazing journey. We will miss you!

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FINALE Goodbye from the Hosts (full episode)

Get the tissues! This is it. What an amazing decade it has been. How can we possibly say enough thanks yous for all of the heartfelt goodness we've experienced this past decade? Loving messages of gratitude from Ellie, Lisa, Amanda, Catherine and Jean.

Presenting this show has been the honor of a lifetime. Thank you for joinging us on this amazing journey. We will miss you!

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Get The Bubble Hour book:   Take Good Care: Recovery Readings Inspired by The Bubble Hour podcast *(affiliate link)

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Host Jean McCarthy www.jeanmccarthy.ca

Support us on Patreon https://patreon.com/thebubblehour

Part 10 of 10: Goodbye from The Hosts

There is so much love between the hosts, guests, and listeners of this show! In this episode, you'll hear some of the powerful messages listeners sent to thank The Bubble Hour team for a deacde of recovery encouragement. 

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Part 9 of 10: Listeners Say Farewell

Host Jean McCarthy shares some of the moments that most affected her as a host, plus listener favorites.

Of course, every single episode had numerous golden moments. It was not easy to decide on a handful when there are litterally hundreds of incredible interviews in the archives! These represent them all, and are presented with gratitude and appreciation for every guest that shared their time and for every listener who reached out.

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Part 8 of 10: Standout Moments

Over the past decade, The Bubble Hour has featured more than 50 authors! We looks at some memorable interiews, and offers insights about what it's like to prepare for an author interview. 

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The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley 
Drink by Ann Dowsett Johnston 
The Sober Lush by Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire 
The Sober Curious Reset by Ruby Warrington
Quitter by Erica C Barnett 
The Wine O’Clock Myth by Lotta Dann 
Highlight Real by Emily Lynn Paulson 
One Good Reason by Sean McCann and Andrea Argon 
The Do-Over by Karlyn Pipes 
Through a Sober Lens by Michael Blanchard 
Hope Dealer by Lucy Hall

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Natalie's Story

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