325: Get prepped for the silly season325: Get prepped for the silly season
How I quit alcohol
Danni Carr discusses strategies for navigating December sober, offering tips on setting boundaries, creating new traditions, and maintaining self-respect.
24:05•29 Nov 2025
Surviving December: Sober Strategies for the Festive Season
Episode Overview
- Set clear boundaries for social events to maintain sobriety.
- Create new traditions that don't involve alcohol.
- Stay connected to your feelings through journaling.
- Recognise and manage triggers during the festive season.
- Focus on self-respect and waking up with a clear mind.
“"Romanticising that feeling of not abandoning yourself and waking up the next day feeling really good."”
Curious about how to tackle the festive season without a drink in hand? Danni Carr's latest episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol' is your guide to surviving December sober. With a mix of personal stories and practical advice, Danni helps you prepare for the 'silly season'—a time filled with parties, family gatherings, and tempting drink offers. She talks about setting boundaries, creating new traditions, and maintaining a calm nervous system amidst the chaos.
The episode isn't just about saying no to alcohol; it's about saying yes to self-respect and waking up with a clear mind. Danni shares her own experiences and offers journaling prompts to help listeners reflect on their feelings and triggers. This episode is packed with strategies to help you feel less like the odd one out and more like the hero of your own story.
So, if you're planning to navigate this festive period sober, Danni's got your back with tips on how to stay connected to yourself and manage those tricky social situations. Are you ready to redefine what a fun December looks like?

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