Deb, Mocktail Mom

Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom

Deb, Mocktail Mom

  • EP 89 Sober Milestones & Holiday Tips with Barbara Williams

EP 89 Sober Milestones & Holiday Tips with Barbara Williams

Tuesday 1st October 2024

Barbara Williams shares her journey to sobriety and offers holiday tips in this episode of Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom.
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Sober Milestones & Holiday Tips with Barbara Williams

Episode Overview

  • Barbara Williams shares her 'pebble-bottom moments' leading to sobriety.
  • Tips for staying sober during the holidays, including having non-alcoholic drinks on hand.
  • Importance of maintaining routines and staying busy to avoid temptation.
  • Barbara's mocktail recipe with Clementine juice and chili pepper.
  • Encouragement for those on their own alcohol-free journey.
I call them pebble-bottom moments—lots of little things happening that made me realise I needed to change.
In this episode of 'Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom,' Deb, also known as Mocktail Mom, chats with Barbara Williams, the inspiring force behind the Instagram account Sober In Colour. Barbara shares her journey from heavy drinking in her 30s to achieving sobriety on February 7th, 2021. She talks about her 'pebble-bottom moments'—a series of small, eye-opening incidents that led her to quit drinking rather than a single rock-bottom moment.
If you’ve ever wondered if you need a dramatic wake-up call to go sober, Barbara’s story will resonate with you. Barbara and Deb also dive into practical tips for staying sober during the holidays. From stocking up on non-alcoholic beverages to keeping busy and sticking to routines, they cover strategies to help you navigate the festive season without feeling left out.
Barbara shares a delightful mocktail recipe involving Clementine juice and chili pepper for those looking to spice up their drink options. The conversation is filled with laughter and heartfelt moments, making it clear that sobriety doesn’t mean the end of fun. Barbara’s candid recounting of her journey and the support she offers as a sobriety coach provides both inspiration and practical advice for anyone on their own path to an alcohol-free life. Why should you listen?
Because this episode is packed with relatable stories, useful tips, and a sense of community that will make you feel less alone in your journey. Whether you're sober-curious or well into your sobriety, there's something here for everyone. So grab your favourite non-alcoholic drink and tune in—you won’t regret it.