Sober Awkward

Today Lucy and Vic are talking about the how the pandemic has affected alcohol intake. Unfortunately, home lockdowns, boredom and fear meant alcohol consumption increased by 25% in 2021. People are leaning on booze more than ever before. For some, the pandemic meant they were dragged further into an already toxic relationship with alcohol and others were actually forced to confront their demons and used Covid19 as an opportunity to change. So, did covid break you or make you? Today Vic and Lucy want to delve into how you can identify if your drinking has got out of control and uncover the signs that your habit needs addressing. Is one bottle of wine per night really too much? Find out on this funny and insightful episode.

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Blog Post – A Sober Pandemic - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-sober-pandemic

Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

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Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

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Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy

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Alcoholic, me? Not on your Nelly! On this Episode of Sober Awkward Vic and Lucy discuss the impact of words related to sobriety. During the chat they discover how some words support recovery, and how others can actually derail it. For some people (including Vic) being called an 'Alcoholic' felt extreme and didn't represent the sort of drinker she was, but for Lucy, that word gave her strength, identity and eventually enabled her to address her drinking habit. So, todays episode is an opportunity to help you untangle some of these controversial words and find ones that fit your personal path to lasting sobriety. 

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Blog Post - Alcoholic me?htthttps://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/alcoholic-me

Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

@beanstalksinglemums

Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

[email protected]

Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy

Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au

Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au

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Today Vic and Lucy welcome Sober Dave onto the podcast. Since Dave ditched the booze nearly 3 years ago he has become one of the most prominent sober voices out there. Speaking out about his battle at events, schools, and on line. Dave has gone from rock bottom to becoming a sober coach and major influencer and his story is now helping destigmatise alcoholism in society. On this episode of Sober Awkward you'll get the male perspective, what it's really like as a man speaking up about alcohol and how heavy drinking affected Dave's life, work and relationships over the years. So, go and put the bloody kettle on and settle in - this is going to be a cracker.

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@soberdave

https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Sober Dave Podcast - One for the Road

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/one-for-the-road/id1565341712

Book Catherine Grey - Sunshine, Warm, Sober. - https://unexpectedjoy.co.uk/

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There is a lonely place where heavy drinkers get stuck. This grey area or 'Pinot Gris Purgatory' as Vic likes to call it, is sadly where many boozers suffer in silence and don't get the help they deserve. This is a topic very close to Vic and Lucy's hearts, having both fallen through this crack themselves. They got stuck in a drinkers no-mans land, where they didn't feel that their drinking was bad enough to be worthy of support. Today they discuss why they felt so trapped and the denial that kept them there, how eventually they took responsibility for their drinking habits and how getting support lead them to not only liking themselves, but also understanding that no matter where they sat on the vast spectrum of alcoholism, they, like you, were worthy of help. An insightful and motivating episode.

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www.lyres.com.au/soberawkward

Blog Post - Blacking out Life and waking up to reality - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/blacking-out-and-waking-up

Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

@beanstalksinglemums

Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

@drunkmummysobermummy

@soberawkward

[email protected]

Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy

Book of the week - 'UnFuck Yourself' By Gary John Bishop

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Get your cup of Chamomile and Rescue Remedy at the ready because this episode might be a little anxiety inducing for some. Today Vic and Lucy are talking about drinking trauma and triggers. You know, those pesky daily reminders that pop up out of nowhere and momentarily plop you back into who you once were. A heavy drinker. 

They look at why these flashbacks happen, what their own personal experiences are, how they change the longer you're sober and how you can deal with them in a peaceful sober manner without going full circle and reverting to your bad habit.

Vic and Lucy hope that by being open and honest about what makes them ache for a wine, you'll be able to take heed and learn how to avoid leaning in for a drink when these reminders suddenly sneak up on you.

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Blog Post - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-sober-hangover

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Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

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Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

@drunkmummysobermummy

@soberawkward

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Resources mentioned:

Series 2 - Episode 2

Book of the week.

Black Out - Sarah Hepola - https://sarahhepola.com

Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au

Mental Health - https://www.mindaustralia.org.au

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On this episode Vic and Lucy welcome their first guest onto The Sober Awkward Podcast - William Porter. William is the Author of one of the most popular 'Quit Lit' books out there - 'Alcohol Explained.' He's an expert in the chemical, physiological and psychological factors at play when alcohol is consumed. In this chat Lucy and Vic break down 'A day in the life of a drinker' with William and get his brilliant insight on everything from that first drink until the anxiety ridden hangover. They find out what's really going on when in our brains when take that euphoric sip, why we seem to always fail at moderation and how sleep deprivation plays a huge part in over drinking.

This is a fascinating look inside our habits, our bodies and our minds. This episode is a must for those considering an alcohol-free life. 

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Blog Post - A Sober Hangover

https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-sober-hangover

Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

@beanstalksinglemums

Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

[email protected]

@drunkmummysobermummy

Facebook Group - Drunk Mummy Sober Mummy - The Group

https://www.facebook.com/groups/913823235768685

Resources mentioned:

Series 2 Episode 1 – Alcohol Explained – William Porter

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https://www.facebook.com/alcoholexplained

@alcoholexplained

@soberawkward

Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au

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If you've been a heavy drinker for many years you might have a few war wounds, perhaps you've had a couple of hospital visits, been to the STD clinic or even suffered mental health problems due to your alcohol intake. Vic and Lucy have both suffered in different ways from being big boozers. In this episode they discuss all the different ways they put their bodies and minds at risk over the years, the dangerous situations they found themselves in, why they ignored all the red flags and how it feels now to be on the other side of the chaos. So, if you've woken up recently with a cut on your head or a stranger in your bed, then maybe it's time to stop taking risks and make some changes. A funny and insightful episode.

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@drunkmummysobermummy

@soberawkward

email - [email protected]

Blog Post - Risk -

https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/_risk

Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

@beanstalksinglemums

Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/drunkmummysobermummy

Resources mentioned:

Book of the week - Jordan P Barnes - 'One Hit Away' https://www.amazon.com.au/One-Hit-Away-Memoir-Recovery-ebook/dp/B085M78JWT

The Big Book AA - https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/read-the-big-book-and-twelve-steps-and-twelve-traditions

Alcoholics Anonymous - https://aa.org.au

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In this weeks honest, yet slightly humiliating episode, Vic and Lucy discuss all the positive side effects of choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle. They go over all the changes you'd expect to happen (no more hangovers, better sleep and more available parenting) to all the things that have come as a wonderful surprise to them, (liking themselves more, being more environmentally friendly and Lucy no longer having bad breath!) So, if you're questioning your relationship with booze, this candid chat will hopefully inspire you to bid farewell to the bottle and try a happier, healthier lifestyle. 

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Blog Post - Waking up with a steady heartbeat https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/waking-up-with-a-steady-heartbeat

Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

@beanstalksinglemums

Victoria Vanstone – (drunk mummy sober mummy) www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

@drunkmummysobermummy

@soberawkward

Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial

Resources mentioned:

Episode 9 – Book for the week - The Sober Lush By Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire

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If you're wondering what it feels like to be sober in a room full of people drinking then this is the episode for you. Vic and Lucy tell us what it was like for them the first time they partied with nothing but a fizzy water. In this hilarious episode they take the Sober Awkward listeners through a top ten guide to a successful first sober outing. They cover everything from being AF prepared and taking a sober mate with you, to stuffing your face with treats on the way home. They both admit that these first toe-dips into socialising were hard, but with time they promise you'll get more confident and eventually learn how to relax and have fun on a sober night out. So, go and grab a cuppa and a snuggle in to a cosy corner of a comfy couch to enjoy some amazing tips and a few giggles.

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Blog Post - First Sober Social - https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/first-sober-social

Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

@beanstalksinglemums

@soberawkward

@drunkmummysobermummy

Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial

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On this Episode Vic and Lucy tell us what they thought about sober groups and sober people before they ditched the booze and how, actually, once they both dipped their toes in, they realised sober groups were no where near as boring as they perceived. In fact they are full of inspiring and interesting people that have excellent stories! They will share with you how to approach these groups, how to find online support and as always.... how to feel the awkward and do it anyway. Sobriety is all about connection and finding other people you resonate with. This episode is an absolute must for those feeling solitary in their choice to quit drinking.

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Blog Post - Making Friends Sober - www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/making-friends-sober

Lucy Good - https://beanstalkmums.com.au

@beanstalksinglemums

Victoria Vanstone – www.drunkmummysobermummy.com

@drunkmummysobermummy

Facebook Group for Sober Curious Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesobersocial

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