Sobriety... Now What? with Stuart Cline

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Episode Title: "Cravings Explained: 3 Stories That Help People Understand Addiction."

Have you ever felt judged by someone who says, “Just stop drinking,” or “If you loved me, you would quit”? If so, this episode is for you—and for the people in your life who just don’t seem to get it.

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of Sobriety Now What?, host Stuart Cline—master’s level addictions counselor and success coach with over 25 years of experience—shares three powerful stories that bring the emotional and physical intensity of addiction and cravings to life.

Whether you're newly sober, a seasoned traveler on the path of recovery, or someone who loves a person in recovery, these stories offer fresh language and metaphors to foster empathy, reduce judgment, and strengthen connection. You’ll hear:

• Beers and Bikinis – a story that uses relatable temptation to help loved ones understand what it’s like to face cravings at home.
• Living on the Edge – an evocative metaphor comparing cravings to unresolved passion, capturing the physical tension many experience.
• Stop the Sneeze – a universal and sensory metaphor to show just how uncontrollable and consuming cravings can feel.

These stories aren’t just informative—they’re transformative. They’re meant to be shared with the people in your life who need a new way to understand addiction.

🎧 Takeaway & Action Step: Pick one story and share it with someone close to you. See how it opens the door to deeper compassion and support.

Whether you're staying sober for a day, a week, or a lifetime, you're not alone—and your experience matters.

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 Ep. 6 – The Power of Just Showing Up: Why It Changes Everything in Sobriety 

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." – Ferris Bueller

In this episode of Sobriety Now What?, we dive into one of the most overlooked but powerful tools for a fulfilling life: presence. Too often, we go through the motions—distracted, preoccupied, and disconnected from the people and moments that truly matter. Whether it's addiction, anxiety, or simply the chaos of daily life, we can easily drift away from the now and miss out on what’s right in front of us.

We’ll explore real-life stories—like Joe, whose drinking kept him from seeing how his absence hurt his wife. Plus, I’ll share a personal lesson on presence that hit me in the simplest way—losing my keys.

Join me as we uncover practical ways to slow down, pay attention, and truly connect with the world around us. Because Ferris Bueller was right—life moves fast, but you don’t have to miss it.

🔹 Why presence is essential in recovery
🔹 How real connection can heal relationships
🔹 Simple, actionable steps to bring more awareness into your daily life

Your sobriety isn’t just about what you’re leaving behind—it’s about what you’re stepping into. Let’s make sure you’re fully there for it.

🎧 Tune in now!

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🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

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Podcast Description – Ep 5: Tough Day in Sobriety? Here’s How to Shift Your Perspective

Welcome back to Sobriety, Now What?, the podcast that helps you not just stay sober, but truly thrive in your journey. In this episode, Stuart dives into the power of perspective and how shifting your mindset can turn an ordinary—or even frustrating—day into something great.

Through personal (and hilariously embarrassing) stories, Stuart reminds us that what we focus on grows. From a bird-poop-covered car to an unforgettable public speaking mishap, he proves that even the most awkward moments can be transformed into laughter, lessons, and positivity.

You'll discover:
 ✅ Why perspective is everything in shaping your day
 ✅ How to focus on what’s going right instead of what’s going wrong
 ✅ A simple question to reframe negative thoughts: Are the thoughts I'm thinking serving me?
✅ The power of persistence in seeing miracles unfold

No matter where you are in your journey, you're doing better than you think. So take a deep breath, embrace the good, and make today great—on purpose.

🎧 Listen now and remember: If your zipper is up and birds haven’t targeted you yet, you’re already winning!

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🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

🧠 Counseling Services: www.nmcounseling.com

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Podcast Description for "Sobriety Now What"

Welcome to Sobriety Now What, the podcast designed to empower and inspire individuals navigating the journey of sobriety. Hosted by Stuart Cline—a master's level addictions counselor, mental health professional, and success coach with over 25 years of experience.

Each episode delves into actionable strategies, motivational insights, and expert advice tailored to help you build a life of clarity, connection, and purpose. This podcast explores topics such as creating a supportive "sobriety success team," and transforming setbacks into opportunities for growth as well as helping you add to your Thriving Sobriety Tool box.

Whether you’re just starting your sober journey or seeking fresh perspectives to enrich your life, Sobriety Now What offers practical tools and inspiring stories to guide you.  Sobriety isn’t just about saying goodbye to substances—it’s about saying hello to your best life.

Tune in weekly to learn, grow, and thrive in sobriety. Because thriving in recovery isn’t a solo mission—it’s a team effort, and we’re here to help you live fully and thrive.

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🌐 Website: www.Liveunclouded.com

🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

🧠 Counseling Services: www.nmcounseling.com

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Episode Description:

In this episode of Sobriety Now What?, we explore a powerful tool for living a fulfilling, sober life: kindness. Joining me is a very special guest — my sister, Francesca Donlan, a two-time Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist who created the first kindness class at Florida Gulf Coast University. Francesca’s groundbreaking work has helped countless students boost their confidence, self-esteem, and connection to their communities.

We dive deep into the science and transformative power of kindness — what it truly means to be kind, how small actions can ripple out to create big impacts, and why kindness is a must-have in your "Thriving Sober Toolbox." Whether it’s learning to be kind to yourself, offering a smile to a stranger, or spreading joy with sticky notes, Francesca shares inspiring stories and actionable strategies to help you heal, grow, and thrive.

This episode will leave you feeling uplifted, empowered, and ready to make kindness a daily habit. Tune in to discover how kindness can improve your relationships, your community, and most importantly, your own journey in sobriety. 🌟

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🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

🧠 Counseling Services: www.nmcounseling.com

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 Ep. 2 – From Rock Bottom to Redemption: Mike’s Journey to Thriving in Sobriety 

In this powerful episode of Sobriety Now What?, we’re joined by Mike, a grandfather whose incredible journey from addiction to sobriety will leave you inspired. Starting at just 11 years old with alcohol and marijuana, Mike’s life spiraled into a series of DWIs, jail time, and deep personal struggles. But his story didn’t end there.

Mike shares the pivotal moments that changed his life, including the intervention of five strangers, a transformative experience in AA, and his decision to let go of anger and embrace happiness. He also opens up about his battles with fear, the challenges of early sobriety, and how he found purpose in helping others—first as a peer counselor and later as an educator and hostage negotiator in the prison system.

Listen as Mike offers heartfelt wisdom on staying sober, navigating emotional challenges, and finding a deeper sense of happiness and gratitude. Whether you’re on your own recovery journey or supporting someone else, Mike’s story is a testament to the power of persistence, community, and personal transformation.

Key Moments:

• [00:02:00] The turning point in jail and realizing it was time to change.
• [00:06:00] How five men in AA convinced Mike to keep coming back.
• [00:12:00] The emotional battles of sobriety: fear, anger, and finding peace.
• [00:30:00] Choosing to stop fighting and finding happiness.
• [00:50:00] “Don’t quit before the miracle happens” – Mike’s advice for anyone struggling.

Tune in to hear Mike’s inspiring story of hope, resilience, and finding purpose beyond addiction.

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HI! If you would like to find out more things I offer, check out the links below. I am transitioning the title from Sobriety...Now What? to Live Unclouded, after the book title, I am publishing September 1st. 

🌐 Website: www.Liveunclouded.com

🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

🧠 Counseling Services: www.nmcounseling.com

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Episode Title: The One Thing That Makes Sobriety Thrive | Colm’s Story

Description:
What if one simple decision could completely change the direction of your life?

In this powerful episode of Sobriety Now What?, Stuart sits down with Colm, whose journey shows how a single choice—stopping drinking—can create a ripple effect of transformation, purpose, and connection. From rock bottom moments to a life filled with meaning, family, and service, Colm shares the “one things” that quietly opened doors he never saw coming.

This conversation is real, raw, and deeply inspiring. You’ll hear how sobriety isn’t about losing something—it’s about gaining a life you never thought possible.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Sobriety… now what?” — this episode will give you hope, direction, and a powerful new way to look at your future. 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

•  Why one decision can change everything 
•  How small actions create life-changing opportunities 
•  The truth about building a full, meaningful life without alcohol 
•  How helping others strengthens your own recovery 
•  Why your future may be better than you can imagine 

Listen now and discover how one thing can change your life.

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HI! If you would like to find out more things I offer, check out the links below. I am transitioning the title from Sobriety...Now What? to Live Unclouded, after the book title, I am publishing September 1st. 

🌐 Website: www.Liveunclouded.com

🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

🧠 Counseling Services: www.nmcounseling.com

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Episode Description: Sobriety, Now What? Introduction

Welcome to Sobriety, Now What?, the podcast designed to help you thrive in sobriety. I’m your host, Stuart Cline, a counselor and success coach with over 25 years of experience in addiction recovery. In this special introduction episode, I share a meaningful story, set an intention for the new year, and reveal why this podcast is so deeply personal to me. I also dedicate this podcast to my mother. 

Drawing from my own experience growing up in an alcoholic household and witnessing the ripple effects of sobriety, this podcast is a tribute to the courage it takes to change your life. Each week, you’ll hear inspiring stories, practical tools, and expert insights to help you rebuild trust, improve relationships, and find purpose in your journey.

The journey begins now. Let’s explore what sobriety has in store for you. Welcome to Sobriety, Now What?

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🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

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Sobriety Affirmation: Today is My Day

Welcome to the updated sobriety Now What? affirmations to help your sober self-thrive.  

Before we begin, find a safe calm place. Somewhere where you are not driving. Maybe you can sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor or maybe lie down with your head on a pillow. Get comfortable. We will start with breathing and relaxing and then will ease into the affirmations. 

I encourage you to Close your eyes if you can. Bring your attention just behind your eyes to ground yourself in this moment. Allow yourself to be here just focusing on my voice. I will have you breath in through your nose and out through your mouth. As you breath out perse your lips as if you were blowing out of a straw.
 
 ow take a deep breath in through your nose… and let it out slowly through your pursed lips. With every inhale, say to yourself in your mind, “I breathe in calm.”
With every exhale, say to yourself, “I breath out stress.”

“I breathe in calm.”

“I breath out stress.”

 Feel the tension leaving your body as you sink into the present moment. Allow gravity to take the weight of the stress and have it fall to the earth and neutralize. Imagine your body on a cellular level is healing and recharging itself right now. 

Let your shoulders relax, let your jaw soften, and let your breath flow naturally.

This is your time. A time to reconnect with the powerful, resilient, confident person you are.

Let’s begin with the affirmations. I’ll say each one, and I invite you to repeat after me. And now I will have you breath in and out naturally at your own pace and repeat after me. 

Today is my day. 

I am sober.

I am worthy of all the good that awaits me on this path.

I step boldly into the life I was always meant to live.

I release any resistance that is keeping me from my highest good.

 I breathe in and welcome the new possibilities of life.

I am strong.
 I am resilient.

I will face each challenge and continue to rise and move forward.  

My hope, my dreams, my story – 

they are significant, 

They are powerful, 

They are meaningful.

I was born into this world at this time for a reason, and I am exactly where I need to be.

I have value.
 I will not allow any darkness to dim my light for I am to bright and powerful. Today, I let my light shine and radiate the path before me.

I am not alone. 

Today, I am ready. I say yes to life.
 I say yes to participating fully in this incredible journey ahead of me.

I can do this.
 I have proven people wrong before, and I will do it again. I will rise.

I will overcome and I will Thrive in my sobriety. 

I am enough, just as I am.
 I am exactly where I need to be, and I have all I need to stay strong and sober.

When the world tries to weigh me down and feel small and weak,

I will say no and I will rise confidently and stand tall.
 I am here for a reason. My voice, my presence, my actions – they matter.
 I may stumble, but I will always rise again.

I am part of something bigger – a legacy of resilience, hope, and love.

 It is time to share my gifts with the world, not just for myself but for others who need to see what is possible. 

It is time to listen to that small still voice. 

It is time to embrace you passions. 

It is time for me to accept and release my unique gifts into the world.
 I have waited to long. 

The world needs them now.

I am creating a new path – one of courage, strength, compassion and service
 I will uplift myself and those around me.

I am enough.
 I am worthy.
 I am ready.
 The time has come.

The time i

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🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

🧠 Counseling Services: www.nmcounseling.com

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Sobriety Now what?  Offering support for anyone who is sober or wants to be sober and thrive from any addiction. I’m your host Stuart Cline, a master-level addictions counselor, a mental health counselor, Brain Health Coach, and Consultant.

"Picture this: navigating the turbulent waters of sobriety while life’s demands pull you in every direction. Sound familiar? 

Family, work, bills—it can feel like you’re drowning, constantly wondering if you’re doing enough to stay afloat. But here’s the truth: you’re not alone, and relief is closer than you think.

If you want to learn strategies to help you thrive in your sobriety while mastering the art of managing life’s challenges. Then you are in the right place. 

I’m here to guide you with the tools, techniques and strategies I have used during the past 25 years in working with thousands of people with substance abuse issues in recovery.  I will have special guests and will give you my thoughts on any questions and challenges you have about how to thrive in a sober life. 

This podcast is to help you navigate the ups and downs of sobriety—whether it’s dealing with family dynamics, overcoming cravings, or maintaining your mental and physical health. 

Subscribe now and join me in answering the essential question. Sobriety now what? And together we’ll Explore what possibilities Sobriety has in store for you. 

Support the show

HI! If you would like to find out more things I offer, check out the links below. I am transitioning the title from Sobriety...Now What? to Live Unclouded, after the book title, I am publishing September 1st. 

🌐 Website: www.Liveunclouded.com

🌱 Stuart Cline: www.Stuartcline.com

🧠 Counseling Services: www.nmcounseling.com

📧 Email: [email protected]

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