Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#137 The Power of Fun: How To Feel Alive Again (in Sobriety)
#137 The Power of Fun: How To Feel Alive Again (in Sobriety)
#137 The Power of Fun: How To Feel Alive Again (in Sobriety)
Tuesday 1st July 2025
Discover how sobriety can reignite your sense of fun with Madeline Forrest's engaging insights from 'The Power of Fun'.
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Madeline Forrest
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- True fun involves being fully present and engaged.
- Alcohol often equates to fake fun that leaves you empty.
- Rediscover childhood passions for genuine joy.
- Conduct a 'fun audit' to identify your true sources of joy.
- Embrace spontaneity and harmless rebellion for more fun.
"True fun makes us feel alive. It's laughter, playful rebellion, and euphoria."
Imagine rediscovering the zest for life that you thought was lost with sobriety. In this episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, Madeline Forrest dives into the concept of genuine fun without the crutch of alcohol. Inspired by Catherine Price's book 'The Power of Fun: How To Feel Alive Again', Madeline unpacks the idea that true fun is all about playfulness, connection, and flow.
You'll find yourself nodding along as she shares her journey of relearning how to have fun, free from the haze of alcohol. Madeline's reflections on the book highlight how adults often equate fun with drinking, but real joy comes from being present and engaged. Her anecdotes about rekindling childhood passions, like dancing, serve as a delightful reminder that fun is not just for kids.
It's a call to embrace activities that make you laugh and feel alive, whether it's skipping down the street or dancing like nobody's watching. The episode is a treasure trove of tips from Price's book on how to create space for fun in your life. Madeline discusses practical steps like conducting a 'fun audit' to identify what truly brings joy, and using the SPARK acronym to ignite fun in everyday life.
It's a refreshing take on prioritising joy and letting go of perfectionism, encouraging listeners to rebel against the mundane and embrace spontaneity. So, if you're feeling like sobriety has dampened your fun factor, this episode is your guide to reclaiming it. Madeline's candid sharing and infectious enthusiasm might just inspire you to pursue passions you left behind or attract new adventures into your life. Who knew sobriety could be this lively?
Why not give it a listen and see how you can spark your own fun-filled journey?