Danni Carr
Danni Carr
318. When your partner is still drinking and you're not.
318. When your partner is still drinking and you're not.
318. When your partner is still drinking and you're not.
Saturday 11th October 2025
Explore how to maintain sobriety when your partner still drinks. Danni Carr shares tips on boundaries, communication, and keeping connections alive.
12 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Supportive
Honest
Compassionate
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Your sobriety is about you; it doesn't need your partner's approval.
- Open communication can help maintain connection without alcohol.
- Set boundaries to protect your recovery while respecting your partner.
- Compassionate conversations can address changes in relationship dynamics.
- Finding non-alcoholic activities can strengthen bonds.
"Your sobriety is ultimately your decision, your choice. You're doing this for you."
How do you handle sobriety when your partner still enjoys a drink? That's the big question Danni Carr tackles in this episode. With humour and empathy, she shares insights on maintaining your commitment to an alcohol-free life while navigating the tricky dynamics of a relationship where only one partner has quit drinking. Danni discusses the importance of setting boundaries, having open conversations, and understanding that your choice to stop drinking is about your health and peace of mind.
She also touches on how your decision can ripple through your relationship, causing unexpected reactions from your partner. Danni doesn't shy away from the tough bits, like the potential for your partner to grieve the loss of shared drinking rituals or even feel threatened by your new lifestyle. She emphasises the importance of compassion and communication, suggesting ways to keep the connection alive without alcohol as the glue.
Whether it's going for morning walks or trying new activities together, finding non-alcoholic ways to bond can strengthen your relationship. Danni's advice isn't just theoretical; she draws from real-life stories and her own experiences, making her tips relatable and practical. If you're facing the challenge of quitting alcohol while your partner hasn't, this episode offers a supportive guide to help you both navigate this change. Remember, your sobriety is about you, and maintaining that self-trust is crucial.
So why not tune in and find some inspiration for your journey?