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You’re out to celebrate—a birthday dinner at the hibachi grill, maybe a wedding, or just a backyard barbecue. Then it happens. Someone hands you a drink, squirts sake at your face, or serves food soaked in booze… and you didn’t even realize it until it was too late.

In this episode, Matt and Steve share their real-life stories of accidentally consuming alcohol in social situations and how those moments impacted their sobriety. They dive deep into the difference between intent and accident, why having a plan matters, and how to stay on guard when society expects you to drink.

Whether you’re new to recovery or have a few decades under your belt, we’ve all had those unguarded moments. Let’s talk about how to deal with them—without guilt, without shame, and without losing our sobriety.

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