No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast

What to Do When You Miss Drinking (But Don’t Want to Go Back)


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We're continuing our summer re-release series with one of our favorite conversations—this week, we're diving into the ever-relatable experience of FOMO after you stop drinking. Whether you're early in sobriety or years alcohol-free, the fear of missing out can sneak in and make you question everything. But there's more waiting for you on the other side than you might think. Tune in as we revisit this honest and hope-filled episode with Eliza, Sherralyn, and Alex.

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Feeling like you’re being left out – or worrying about missing out – is soooo common when you’re sober. Some things just aren’t the same after you quit drinking, and it takes some time to get comfortable with that. And of course, sometimes we’re worrying far too much about things that end up not being an issue at all anyway. Join us as we chat with Eliza, Sherralyn, and Alex about FOMO – what it means, and how we overcome it so we don’t feel like we’re missing out on anything at all.

“You’re taking tomorrow’s joy and using it right now.”

In this episode:

  • It all gets easier with time
  • Jomo – the joy of missing out on the regret and embarrassment
  • Friends that matter will still invite you, and are still fun to be around
  • Risk vs. Benefit analysis to decide whether it’s worth it
  • Honestly, nobody cares if you’re drinking or not
  • Alcohol companies’ effects on why we believe we need alcohol to have fun
  • Mommy wine culture
  • Modeling sober fun for our kids and ending the cycle
  • “What about worrying about missing out on the rest of your life?”

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