This Is Steph Sober

Do you wonder what will happen to your relationships when you get sober? Join your host Steph (Ex-binge Drinker) as she shares her experiences with navigating relationships as a sober person. This is a big question mark for a lot of people and could be what holds them back from getting sober. Steph shares what to expect and encourages you to focus on the most important relationship of all, the one with yourself. This is the first episode of a 3 part weekly series I'm Sober, now what? Tune in next week when Steph talks about finding herself in sobriety. And in week 3 she will share how grieving the old version of herself helped her step into sobriety. If you find yourself lost in sobriety or don't know what life will look like this mini-series is for you.

Show Notes:

This is how I navigate relationships now that I'm Sober

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There are so many lies society has created when it comes to alcohol. Join your host Steph (ex-binge drinker) as she welcomes best-selling author of Intoxicating Lies Meg Geisewite to the show for an in-depth conversation. Steph found so many similarities between Meg and herself when she read the book and couldn't wait to dive deeper into the intoxicating lies Meg calls out in her book. It doesn't matter where you are in your sober journey, this book will speak to you and validate some of your deepest darkest thoughts about alcohol. Trigger warning: There is discussion around sexual assault

Show Notes:Meg Geisewite's Bio:Meg is an ordinary mom who found herself trapped in the mommy wine culture. She began her sober curious journey in November of 2019 where her love of science led her to discover the real truth about alcohol and its seductive lies.As a best-selling author and speaker, Meg is changing the narrative on the mommy wine culture, the hustle culture, and our pro-drinking culture. In Meg’s debut book, Intoxicating Lies: One Woman's Journey to Freedom from Gray Area Drinking, Meg flips the script on the five most intoxicating lies we tell ourselves about alcohol and our self-worth.Meg resides in Delaware with her husband and two teenage children. Her family has been her rock throughout her alcohol-free journey. You can often find Meg enjoying nature on the beautiful biking and hiking trails of Delaware.

Social Media Links:Facebook:Intoxicating Lies: One Woman's Journey to Freedom from Gray Area Drinking | Facebook

Instagram:Meg Geisewite (@intoxicatingliesbook) • Instagram photos and videos

Website:Home | Meg Geisewite | Intoxicating Lies

Free Downloadable PDF for the audience:5 Common Lies | Meggeisewite (intoxicatinglies.com)

Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/

Read Steph's blog This is Steph SoberEmail: [email protected]

Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Join your host Steph (ex-Binge drinker) and her guest Fran (Sober Extrovert) as they have a very thought-provoking conversation about what sobriety looks like for the two different personality types. Whether you are an introvert or extrovert this episode has something for everyone, Fran (extrovert) shares her more outgoing approach to sobriety while Steph (introvert) talks about her more inward approach. One thing they agree on is it's important to understand what is going to work best for you. Show Notes:Connect with Fran on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_sober_extrovert/Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/Read Steph's blog This is Steph SoberEmail: [email protected]

Getting validation and support for sobriety on social media can be helpful, but how do you know when it's becoming a new addiction? Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and guest Kaila who just took a 3-month break from Instagram. Kaila shares how she knew it was time to take a break and what she is doing to be more present now that she is back. If you find yourself mindlessly scrolling on social media and it is effecting your mood. Have a listen.

Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) for this Q&A episode with her teenage daughter Adalyn. Steph and Adalyn answer questions from the sober Instagram community that also lead to some pretty entertaining stories from the past. Steph and Adalyn have a very close and open relationship that has become even stronger now that Steph is sober. If you are looking for some great mother/daughter banter you are in the right place.

Questions asked

Which relationship has benefited the most from your sobriety?

At what point did you really notice a mental shift in your sobriety? What month was it?

Do you find it easy to laugh now that you're sober? What really makes you crack up?

Did your daughter try alcohol? How can you explain that there's no "normal drinking"

Has Adalyn's views on drinking for her 21st birthday changed?

Show Notes

Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/

Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober

Email: [email protected]

Problematic drinking is a progression. But so is sobriety. Join your host Steph (ex-binge drinker) and guest Karen (97 days sober) as they discuss the progression of sobriety. Nothing worthwhile comes easy and sobriety is no exception to the rule. If you wonder if sobriety is worth it, listen to this episode.

Show Notes

Connect with Guest Karen on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/onemummmaandherworld/

Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/

Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober

Email: [email protected]

Are you in control of your alcohol consumption or is it controlling you? Join Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and her guest Susannah ( almost one year sober) as they discuss moderating to feel in control, and drinking to numb uncomfortable feelings and anxiety. Steph and Susannah found comfort in their similarities and both agree that sobriety is the best thing that they could have ever done for their mental health. If you struggle with anxiety and the ability to moderate your drinking, you may find this podcast helpful.

Show Notes

Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/

Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober

Email: [email protected]

Can Hypnotherapy help you quit drinking? In this episode, Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) shares her hypnotherapy experience with her dear friend Louisa (Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapist). Steph seeks out hypnosis to help her deal with anxiety 6 months before getting sober. She has always wondered if it played a role in her sobriety. Louisa explains what hypnotherapy is, how it works, and the stigma around it. If you are curious about hypnotherapy and how it works this episode is very informative.

Show Notes

Connect with Louisa on Instagram @stepping_into_sobriety @herefordshirehypnotherapy

Connect with Steph on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/

Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober

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Do you ever feel sad, but don't know why? You're not alone. Join your host Steph (Ex-Binge Drinker) and her guest Tamsyn as they discuss feeling it all since getting sober. At 6 months sober Tamsyn is learning that she drank to get out of her head. If you struggle with emotions and feelings now that you are sober this episode is for you.

Show Notes

Connect with Step on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/

Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober

Email: [email protected]

What if you can't quit drinking alcohol forever? That is a common fear when one decides to get sober. Join Steph (ex-binge drinker) and guest Rachel (newly sober) as they discuss all the questions early sobriety brings up. If you feel like you can't quit drinking alcohol forever you don't want to miss this episode.

Show Notes

Connect with Step on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this.is.steph.sober/

Read Steph's blog This is Steph Sober

Email: [email protected]