Featuring Kristen Beckett | Mocktails and Marathons
What does addiction actually look like when no one knows you’re struggling?
In this episode of Sober as F*ck, Ryan and Jess sit down with Kristen Beckett, creator of Mocktails and Marathons, to share her powerful story of overcoming decades of alcohol dependence, navigating postpartum mental health challenges, and rebuilding her life through sobriety, fitness, and community.
With nearly three and a half years alcohol-free, Kristen opens up about the reality of hidden addiction: hiding bottles, planning drinking in secret, and the mental exhaustion of trying to maintain control while everything slowly unravels.
Her story reflects what so many experience but rarely talk about — especially within modern “wine mom” culture where alcohol is normalized, encouraged, and often disguised as self-care.
This episode explores:
• The early influences and patterns that led to long-term alcohol dependence
• The normalization of drinking in motherhood and social culture
• Postpartum complications, anxiety, and using alcohol as a coping mechanism
• The mental gymnastics of hiding alcohol and maintaining appearances
• The breaking point: an emergency room visit and admitting alcohol use disorder
• The cycle of quitting, relapsing, and the final decision to fully commit to sobriety
• The role of therapy, coaching, and recovery communities• Rebuilding trust, relationships, and honest communication• How fitness, running, and daily habits support long-term sobriety
• Why sobriety is an ongoing process that requires continuous self-awareness
Kristen also shares how she built her platform Mocktails and Marathons, helping others navigate sobriety through coaching, community, and practical tools for those questioning their relationship with alcohol.
This conversation is for anyone struggling with alcohol, sober curious, navigating motherhood and mental health, or seeking a sustainable path to recovery.
Sobriety is not about perfection.It’s about honesty, consistency, and choosing a different life — one day at a time.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure if your drinking is a problem, this episode will challenge you to take a closer look.