Creative Sobriety

Hey y'all!

I'm excited to have my girl Daniela Scrima on the podcast today! Daniela is the host of the podcast, Broads Next Door. I've done a few episodes with her on that podcast about spooky stuff intersecting with sobriety which you should check out! I'm sure you've seen her sharp and witty memes and pop culture videos on Insta, she's brilliant. 

Today we are talking about turning 40 (we both did this year!) and how it's so much different than we thought it would be, especially as women who are now living alcohol and drug free. 

We discuss the societal pressures on women to remain youthful and why it's all such bullsh!t. We see 40 as a power move, just the beginning. 

I hope you enjoy our conversation and be sure to give Daniela a follow on socials and listen to her podcast. Let me know what spooky topics you'd like to hear a couple of sober broads chit chat about too! 

Daniela's podcast: Broads Next Door (all platforms) https://open.spotify.com/show/3bKRTDn9ws19tEmVUTwmqf?si=63b509a59c7948d6

IG: @danielascrima and @broadsnextdoor 

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Hey y'all!

I'm so thrilled to bring you a very special episode today. I am speaking with Ambrosia Elixirs founder Valeria De La Pava and her chief strategy officer Carolina Kohn.

I met these ladies at a beverage convention in Brooklyn late this spring and was immediately intrigued, not only about the beautiful herbal elixirs I tried but also about Valeria's personal story and connection to plant medicine. 

If you want to dive down that enthralling, inspiring, folklore-esque, path with me please read my full essay on Substack titled The Resurgence of Herbalism and The Return to Feminine Wisdom. (available now) 

https://open.substack.com/pub/kristenbear/p/the-resurgence-of-herbalism-and-the?r=18jra0&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

In this episode Valeria shares how her childhood in Colombia influenced her work and created a deep connection to the natural world. She learned by watching her mother and grandmother using herbs in the kitchen as well as working with indigenous communities in her home country. 

The newly launched Ambrosia Elixirs is finding major success in the non-alcoholic beverage market and can be found in NY's Virgin Hotels as well as luxury spas and farm to table restaurants in The Hamptons. 

Be sure to follow Ambrosia on IG @ambrosia_elixirs and check out their offerings now at www.ambrosiaelixirs.co 

Enjoy!

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Hey y'all!

Today's episode features sober bartender and non-alcoholic beverage expert and ambassador, Björn Taylor. Based in Austin, Tx, Björn is known for shaping award-winning beverage programs in ATX's top venues like Otoko, Emmer & Rye, and Midnight Cowboy.

Since getting sober over five years ago he has become a passionate advocate for wellness and mindful hospitality. Recently, he's helped open Uptown Sports Club and The Equipment Room at Hotel Magdalena in Austin. Björn is a newly minted rep for Oddbird wines, as well. 

Björn is a golden resource for anyone looking to learn more about the non-alc beverage market or upscale their hospitality to better serve the growing consumer base of non-drinkers.

If you are someone working in the bar or restaurant industry I highly encourage you to check out Ben's Friends, a recovery support community specifically tailored to those in the hospitality industry. 

Follow Björn on IG @kingbjornce and @odd.bjorn where he would love to connect with you! 

Connect with me on IG @creativesobriety and please follow along and subscribe to my Substack newsletter www.kristenbear.substack.com where you will also find The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series!

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Hey y'all!

I'm excited to bring you Devin Noir's sobriety story in this brand new episode!

Devin is the owner and artist of Devil May Cry Tattoo in Bushwick, BK. He has over 11 years of sobriety and shares his journey with profound honesty and vulnerability. 

After a near death experience Devin got a second chance and hasn't been the same since. He is a big believer in working the steps and the power of surrendering his life over to God, or as he calls it, HP. 

I think this episode will be inspiring for those who find a lot of solace in the spiritual nature of life, those who have been to or are considering inpatient treatment options, and those who grew up feeling like they suffered from "terminal uniqueness," never quite belonging anywhere. 

Follow Devin on IG @devilmaycrytattoo and hit him up if you want to connect in the NY area or maybe get some fresh ink!!

Connect with me on IG @creativesobriety and please follow along and subscribe to my Substack newsletter www.kristenbear.substack.com where you will also find The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series!

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Hey y'all! 

I'm so excited to share my conversation with mega-talented creative artist, Apryl Jones. Apryl is an actor and singer based in Los Angeles, CA who has appeared in productions like The Comeback with Taye Diggs, I Got A Story To Tell on BET, and Tyler Perry's The Oval. 

Apryl just celebrated one year of sobriety in June of this year, so we dove into what led her to her choice to get sober, how she did it, and how it's changed her. 

We talk about the grief of losing a parent, the glow-up that comes with ditching booze for good, the shift in relationships and social circles when we stop drinking, and how Apryl is navigating the entertainment industry with her newfound focus on healing and wellness. 

I loved this chat so much and I just know that there are golden nuggets of inspiration in here for so many people. Apryl is such a beautiful person, inside and out, and I hope you enjoy this episode! 

Follow Apryl!

IG: @aprylsjones

TikTok: @aprylsjonesofficial

Facebook: Aprylsjones

Snapchat: @aprylsjones

Threads: Aprylsjones

Connect with me on IG @creativesobriety and please follow along and subscribe to my Substack newsletter www.kristenbear.substack.com where you will also find The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series!

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Hey y'all!

I'm excited to bring you another great conversation with a badass woman absolutely smashing an alcohol-free lifestyle! Christine is a full time art dealer living in West London, UK and just crossed the two year mark on her alcohol free journey. She's a soon to be fully qualified alcohol-free life coach with a mission to share her joy and freedom of living and breathing "the life-hack no one talks about."

An ex gray-area drinker and alcohol-free lifestyle warrior, Christine focuses on the power and creativity that come with total psychological freedom from booze, the semantics of the AF life and how labels can keep people stuck.  

She is the founder of No Crave, on IG @no_crave, and I highly recommend following her for some real talk and down to earth musings on this big, wild, and rewarding journey of sobriety and healing. 

If you are looking for more guidance on your sobriety journey, check out The Creative Sobriety Method, now live on Substack! kristenbear.substack.com 

As always, feel free to send me a message on socials if you have any questions or feedback!

Onward we go,

K

Connect with me on IG @creativesobriety and please follow along and subscribe to my Substack newsletter www.kristenbear.substack.com where you will also find The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series!

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Hey y'all!

Today I'm speaking with debut fiction author and fellow sober girl, Jessica Guerrieri, about her new release Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea (Harper Muse). 

Jessica shares her sobriety and recovery journey as well as her author journey and it's such an inspiring conversation. Anyone who has creative goals of their own will find some value in this episode! This is an especially great listen for any mothers out there who are finding themselves stuck in the toxicity of "mommy wine culture," or feel like no one understands their struggle. Even if you aren't a mother, this conversation will resonate with you if you've ever felt like alcohol was the only coping mechanism you had for disappointment, fear, and all of the many other emotions that women must carry. 

Jessica's novel is available now!! Run, don't walk, to get your copy and support this sober artist. Let me know what you think after you read it! Warning: you won't be able to put it down sooo maybe block off a free day to get lost and follow her protagonist, Leah O'Connor, all the way to the edge...

Follow Jessica on IG @jessicaguerrieriauthor, TikTok @jessstayssober, and visit her website to purchase her book and peep upcoming tour dates www.jessicaguerrieri.net 

Onward we go,

K

Connect with me on IG @creativesobriety and please follow along and subscribe to my Substack newsletter www.kristenbear.substack.com where you will also find The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series!

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Hey y'all!

We are running it back today for PART 2 of this conversation with Michaela and Erinn of 2 Sober Girls about sober sex and dating.

We dive even deeper into how to cultivate, access, and protect our powerful sexual energy in sobriety and how to practice honesty when it comes to what we want!

This is a pretty adult conversation so fair warning to any listeners with little ears nearby :)

I've loved getting your feedback from PART 1 so keep it coming and we will keep this conversation going!

Make sure to follow Michaela (@healthwithmichaela) and Erinn (@recoverwitherinn) and check out their podcast and other offerings at www.2sobergirls.com

P.S. If you're looking for guidance on your sobriety journey check out The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series I just launched on Substack!

 https://open.substack.com/pub/kristenbear/p/the-creative-sobriety-method-pt-1?r=18jra0&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Onward we go,

K

Connect with me on IG @creativesobriety and please follow along and subscribe to my Substack newsletter www.kristenbear.substack.com where you will also find The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series!

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Hey y'all!

Today's episode is so fun! I'm chatting with two sober girls, literally, and also the co-founders of 2 Sober Girls, Michaela and Erinn. 

These two found each other through sobriety and have created a safe haven for women looking for guidance, community, and all things wellness, spirituality, and beauty on their sober paths. 

We decided to tackle the subject of sober sex and dating because it's something we all have to face once we quit drinking and it can be overwhelming. Not enough women talk about this stuff openly and we want to change that! 

This is PART 1  of a two-part series so check back in for PART 2 coming soon!

Follow them on socials @2sobergirlspodcast, @healthwithmichaela, @recoverywitherinn, and check out all of their offerings at www.2sobergirls.com

Let me know if you want more conversations about this subject! Enjoy. 

Onward we go,

K

Connect with me on IG @creativesobriety and please follow along and subscribe to my Substack newsletter www.kristenbear.substack.com where you will also find The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series!

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Hey y'all!

I'm excited to bring you a highly educational and informative new episode with two special guests today.

Dr. Janine Ellenberger has over two decades of experience as a physician, entrepreneur, and health executive spanning three continents. She is the co-founder and chief medical officer of Behavidence as well as the chief medical officer for Calmerry, an online portal for therapy that I've been testing out for the past month. (I'm loving it!)

Charmaine Crowley is an ARISE-trained interventionist and a Recovery Care Partner independent contractor with years of experience both personally and professionally in the field of addiction recovery. 

We talk about substance abuse treatment from both a medical and community angle, discussing the need for the right team to help a person find successful sobriety. 

I believe there will be valuable information for you in this episode, especially if you are currently looking for help with a loved one who is struggling with substance abuse and needing direction and resources. 

visit www.calmerry.com to be matched with a therapist and explore all of the resources available through the online portal!

Connect with me on IG @creativesobriety and please follow along and subscribe to my Substack newsletter www.kristenbear.substack.com where you will also find The Creative Sobriety Method video workshop series!

Stay up to date with all upcoming events and offerings www.creativesobriety.co