Angela Pugh
Angela Pugh
How to Stay Sober When Everyone Around You Still Drinks
How to Stay Sober When Everyone Around You Still Drinks
How to Stay Sober When Everyone Around You Still Drinks
Wednesday 7th May 2025
Discover how to stay sober when everyone around you is still drinking with Angela Pugh's practical strategies and boundary-setting tips.
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Episode Overview
- Set clear boundaries without over-explaining.
- Prepare emotionally for social events to avoid cravings.
- Use Angela's Sober Social Survival Guide for practical tips.
- Understand that discomfort is part of growth.
- Build resilience by making emotional deposits.
"Discomfort is where the growth happens. If it felt incredibly uncomfortable, it meant I was doing it right."
Imagine trying to stay sober when everyone around you is still indulging in their usual drinking habits. That's exactly what Angela Pugh tackles in this episode of Addiction Unlimited. As a seasoned life coach and recovering alcoholic, Angela shares her no-nonsense approach to maintaining sobriety amidst social pressures. She knows firsthand the challenges of being the odd one out at family gatherings, dinners, or work events where alcohol flows freely.
Angela dives into the emotional rollercoaster of feeling isolated and exhausted while trying to stay committed to sobriety. She offers practical strategies for setting boundaries and handling awkward social situations without having to over-explain yourself. Her advice is clear: you don't need to justify your choices or isolate yourself from social circles. Instead, Angela encourages you to protect your peace and sobriety with confidence.
One of the standout features of this episode is Angela's 'Sober Social Survival Guide', which provides boundary-setting scripts and exit strategies to help you navigate social events smoothly. She also emphasizes the importance of emotional preparation, comparing it to making deposits in a 'sober bank' to build resilience against life's stressors. Angela's candid and supportive style makes this episode a must-listen for anyone grappling with sobriety in a world that often doesn't understand the struggle.
If you're looking for straightforward advice and a bit of humour to lighten the journey, this episode is your go-to guide for staying strong in your sobriety. Are you ready to face social situations with renewed confidence and protect your sobriety? Angela's insights might just be the key you've been searching for.