Sober Awkward

Gosh - the first sober socials can feel pretty damn awkward. In todays retrospective you will hear about how Vic and Lucy went on there first sober escapades.

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October is ADHD Awareness Month and for quite some time, our listeners have requested an episode on ADHD from us. To be totally honest we have felt totally ill-equipped to do this important subject justice.

Neither Vic nor Hame have ADHD - so in order to fully describe the link between ADHD and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) - we had to call in an expert - and his name is Dr Alex Conner.

Not only does Dr Alex live with ADHD, but he co-founded the UK's Leading Adult ADHD charity, published papers and has been awarded for his knowledge of the subject and he hosts the ADHD Adults Podcast.

...oh and he is also doesn't take himself too seriously...and he's sober!

Not a bad guy to talk to right?!

In this fascinating interview, Dr Alex opens up about his struggles with alcohol and drug use, explains his term 'domestic anxiety' and shares his story on how he found his way to sobriety. Hame and Alex covered everything from from bullying, to labels, depression, anxiety and medication.

Whether you live with ADHD or not - there is plenty for you learn and unpack from this conversation.

We could not be more grateful for Dr Alex sharing his wisdom with us!

SHOW NOTES

ADHD Adult Charity: https://www.adhdadult.uk/

Twitter: Alex-the_Psychoed_Monkey on Threads

Instagram: @alexconnerbham

...and if you were wondering Alex's wife is doing great! A few antibiotics and she is watching for scarring but all seems fine!

ADHD and Grey Area Drinking Coach: Faye Lawrence

www.fayelawrence.com.au

@fayelawrence

RESOURCES

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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -

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Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com

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In this weeks retrospective we talk about Vic finding her sober community and understanding why that will help you along your sober path.

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A lot of us give up alcohol and expect it to fix all of the issues that drove us to over drinking in the first place. Sadly, this isn't always exactly how it works.

Not only can it leave you disappointed that your expectations do not meet up to reality but it can drive you back to the drink in the first place.

The good news is - this is where things really get interesting.

We always tell you on this podcast that giving up alcohol is the least interesting part of going sober.

Well, if you really want to stay strong in your sobriety and enjoy it as much as possible you need to hanker down and do THE WORK. Without sounding like gurus (can you imagine?!) - the time you spend working on yourself if where the true rewards lie.

Join Hame and Vic as they roll back the clock to look at the reasons they began drinking and share some of 'the work' that they have found most beneficial.

...Oh and Hame will introduce you the high brow game of cock or ball!

RESOURCES

This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.

Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!

JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!

https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291

www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.

Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com

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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -

[email protected]

Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com

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In this weeks retrospective we talk about making friends in sobriety. Is a sobriety group boring?

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It seems whenever you turn on the TV there's someone swilling a pint, necking a shot, sipping a glass of red or swishing ice in a tumbler of whisky. It's either Pat Butcher leant on the bar at 'The Old Vic.' Homer Simpson downing a Duff Beer or Edina from Ab Fab holding a flute of Dom Perigean - You can not escape!

If it's not on the show itself it's in the adverts in-between. Let's face it, alcohol is everywhere!

So, today Vic and Hamish discuss the impact alcohol in the media. How it affects sober people, it's influence on kids and what you can do to limit this relentless barrage.

Is it time to switch off?

Oh, and they also discuss Hamish's rumbling tummy and Lassie being an absolute pisshead!

RESOURCES

This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.

Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!

Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.

JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!

https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291

www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.

Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com

@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy

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If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -

[email protected]

Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com

#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads

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In this week's retrospective episode we are tapping back into some of Lucy's wisdom from the sixth episode of Sober Awkward.

Lucy is all too aware of the negative impact her drinking had on her two daughters but by making the decision to go sober, she is not only undoing a lot of the damage but, she inspiring them as she does it.

If you are a parent and fear that your drinking habits have affected your relationship with your kids. It is never too later to give up!

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Whether you are somebody that gave up alcohol for a set amount of time or forever, the question of how to stay motivated is one that we are often asked.

Hame's plan was to give up for a year. He has chosen to carry on but wants to find out how to keep up the momentum without the excitement of ticking off all of the 'I've-never-done-this-before-sober' things.

For Vic, it's a different story. When she gave up, she knew it was forever and her motivation and clarity of thought have not wavered. Are there days that are harder than others though? Of course...she's a mother of 3 after all!

In this week's episode, Vic 'The Guru', is here to share some of her 'wisdom' on how to keep up your sobriety motivation year after year.

RESOURCES

This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.

Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!

Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.

JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!

https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291

www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.

Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com

@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy

@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadstea

If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -

[email protected]

Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com

#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads

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In this week's retrospective episode we take a look at the first time that Vic and Lucy really addressed the Mummy Wine Culture.

What is it and why is it dangerous not only to women but to their families?

And perhaps, most worryingly, why has it become so normalised?

You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000525583076

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On a recent episode of the Diary of a CEO podcast, Russell Brand said: 'You can't be a father to anyone until you can be a father to yourself'. And it struck us that this is true of all parents.

(We understand that plugging another podcast in the notes of your own podcast isn't smart business talk but its all for the greater cause!)

One of the things that a lot of us had in common during our drinking days is that we didn't take particularly good care of ourselves. We abused our bodies, were promiscuous, experimented with party drugs and generally treated our bodies with disdain. In short, we parented ourselves poorly.

Whether you have ambitions to a parent or not - all of us have experienced what it is like to be parented. For good or for bad. Whether it was your biological parents or someone who played the role in their place.

If you do go on to become a parent you probably hope to pass on the good bits and swerve the bad.

In this week's episode, Hame and Vic share the traits of theirs they hate the most and are scared of passing on. And share the lessons they have learnt from their past. Most importantly, they discuss the role sobriety has played in improving them as parents and emphasise the importance of not aiming to be the 'perfect' parent!

However, much of your children's lives you spent drinking or drunk - it is never too late to turn things around and inspire.

RESOURCES

This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.

Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!

JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!

https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291

www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.

Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com

@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy

@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify

If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -

[email protected]

Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com

#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads

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