The Sober Spartan

In this episode, I discuss the importance of having a morning and evening routine to support sobriety.

Let's explore the incredible benefits of a well-structured routine. It's about reducing stress, improving mood, and eliminating unnecessary friction in your day.

I share my morning routine as an example, including waking up and going for a walk, exercising, planning the day, reviewing goals, and practicing gratitude.

I share my evening routine as well.

I also highlight the importance of consistency in wake-up and sleep times. I encourage you to develop your own routines and research best practices.

Above all, take action!

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In this episode, I share six powerful tips to manage alcohol cravings.

I start by introducing a journaling exercise to help you identify your triggers and cravings.

Then, I discuss the importance of changing routines and habits to make better decisions.

I'll provide examples of the information to write down in your journal, including the time and place, trigger, emotional state, intensity of craving, thoughts, physical sensations, action taken, outcome, and reflection.

I'll also explore techniques to change routines.

Taking action is the most important thing you can do. Don't just listen to this, use what I am talking about.

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In this episode, I discuss the Power List, made popular by Andy Frisella, and building a sobriety-support system. The Power List lists tasks help build habits and reach goals.

I share examples of powerful tasks for sobriety and emphasize the importance of consistency and discipline.

I also provide tips for building a Power List, such as using a physical notebook and reflecting on daily wins and losses. Additionally, I'll delve into habit formation and the process of swapping out bad habits for good ones.

Finally, I highlight the significance of a support system in sobriety and suggest engaging with communities, attending AA meetings, and finding a sponsor or sobriety coach.

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In this episode, I discuss the importance of understanding your "why" and setting SMART goals in the sobriety journey.

I emphasize the need to have a clear motivation and purpose for getting sober, sharing my own experience of multiple attempts before achieving sobriety.

I introduce the SMART goals framework, which stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

I provide examples of SMART goals in the areas of sobriety, health and fitness, and starting a side business.

I encourage you to take action by reflecting on your personal reasons for getting sober and setting one to three SMART goals.

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In this episode, I reflect on my life while I was drinking compared to my life now that I am sober.

I discuss how I used to constantly think about the weekend and partying, always waiting for the next opportunity to get drunk.

I would spend hundreds of dollars on alcohol and drugs, engage in risky behavior, and wake up with regrets and apologies.

In my sober life, I have built healthy habits and routines, prioritized self-care, and focused on personal growth and learning.

I encourage listeners to find what resonates with them and offer support to those struggling with sobriety.

Takeaways

~Life while drinking was centered around partying and constantly thinking about the next opportunity to get drunk.

~Drinking led to risky behavior, financial problems, and regrets.

~Building healthy habits and routines is crucial for sobriety and personal growth.

~Prioritizing self-care and focusing on personal development can lead to a fulfilling and productive sober life.

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I do something a little different in this episode since it is Mother's Day.

I share a bit of my personal story and my mom's impact on my life.

I talk about being a shithead while growing up, which led my mother to kick me out of the house, which ended up being the best thing for me at that point in my life.

I am super grateful for my mother and have a lot of respect for what mothers do for their kids.

Being a mom is a super important job, and I want to thank all the mothers out there for all their hard work in raising their kids.

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In this episode, I share four crucial insights I wish I had known when I began my sobriety journey.

First, I delve into the importance of the environment in maintaining sobriety. I encourage you to assess the influence of your social circle and frequent environments.

Next, I discuss the necessity of creating a new identity that aligns with your decision to stop drinking. I talk about embodying the person you aspire to be and using core values as your compass.

The third insight I offer is about approaching sobriety in manageable segments—taking it one day at a time.

Finally, I highlight the critical role of prioritizing your health, focusing on the essentials: sleep, diet, and exercise.

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In this episode of The Sober Spartan Podcast, Andrew discusses the R.I.S.E Core values, what they are, and how they have helped him in his life.

They are a framework for living as the person you want to be.

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In this episode, Andrew Nicholls shares his personal journey of overcoming alcoholism and addiction.

He discusses his initial resistance to getting sober and his misconceptions about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Andrew highlights the importance of hitting rock bottom and the different experiences individuals have with their own rock bottoms.

He also talks about the challenges of socializing and finding a sense of belonging while sober.

Andrew shares how working on a commercial crab fishing boat helped him change his environment and stay sober.

He concludes by discussing his current focus on building a coaching business to help others on their sobriety journey.

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