017: 9 ways to stay sober in social gatherings without drinking017: 9 ways to stay sober in social gatherings without drinking
Recovery Elevator
Leleah, from Mission Canada, reaches 30 days of sobriety and shares how she did it
43:13•15 Jun 2015
Mastering Social Gatherings: 9 Tips to Stay Sober with Leleah's Story
“I cannot have both, but I'm telling you right now I am taking happiness, joyfulness over alcohol, because those two, for me personally, they don't go hand in hand.”
Social events can be a minefield when you're trying to stay sober, but they don't have to be. In this episode of 'Recovery Elevator', Leleah from Mission Canada shares her personal journey to reaching 30 days of sobriety. Alongside her story, Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen dive into nine practical strategies to help you enjoy social gatherings without alcohol.
From making a mental shift to embracing joy without booze, to the importance of having a solid support system, this episode is packed with valuable advice. As Paul Churchill puts it, 'I am taking happiness, joyfulness over alcohol, because those two, for me personally, they don't go hand in hand'.
Whether you're newly sober or looking for ways to support a loved one, this episode offers insights and encouragement to help you thrive in social settings without a drink in hand. Tune in and discover how to make your next social event not just bearable, but enjoyable and fulfilling.
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