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Sobriety? But What About YOLO?
Sobriety? But What About YOLO?
Sobriety? But What About YOLO?
Sunday 25th May 2025
Vic and Hamish tackle YOLO and sobriety, exploring if living alcohol-free might offer more life, not less.
42 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety might offer more life experiences than drinking.
- Fear of missing out can be misleading when considering sobriety.
- Bronnie Ware's insights into regrets of the dying inspire reflection.
- Personal anecdotes highlight the contrast between drinking and sober living.
- Living fast doesn't necessarily mean living well.
Living is about making memories. If you're blacking them out, then that isn't really YOLO.
If you've ever found yourself pondering life's big questions while nursing a hangover, then Vic and Hamish's latest musings might just be the tonic you need. In this episode of 'Sober Awkward', the dynamic duo tackles the concept of YOLO - 'You Only Live Once' - and how it often becomes an excuse for excessive drinking. Hamish opens up about his recent reflections on mortality, prompting a lively discussion on whether sobriety might actually offer more life, not less.
Taking inspiration from Bronnie Ware's insights into the regrets of the dying, Vic and Hamish explore how the fear of missing out might be misleading. Are we really missing out by skipping the hangovers and chaos? Or could we be gaining more meaningful experiences? With their trademark humour and honesty, they share personal stories that are both cringe-worthy and enlightening.
From wild nights in Thailand to awkward encounters at parties, Vic and Hamish illustrate how sobriety can enhance life's richness without the fog of alcohol. They challenge the notion that living fast means living well, suggesting instead that a sober life might offer deeper connections and clearer memories. So, if you're questioning whether a sober lifestyle is compatible with living life to the fullest, this episode provides plenty of food for thought.
Vic and Hamish invite you to consider what you'll wish you had done more or less of when looking back on your life. Could embracing sobriety be the ultimate YOLO experience? Tune in to find out.