The Dangers of Highly Functioning
The Dangers of Highly Functioning

Sober Awkward

Series 3 is here! Today Vic and Lucy discuss being highly functional drinkers. What is it and why does it take so long to identify? Both the girls functioned well enough in life to cleverly and silently slip under the radar, they held down jobs, got married and even pulled off motherhood! They looked functional from the outside but beneath the function they were both heavily drinking, using their success's as an excuse to pour another glass. Today Vic and Lucy have some revelations about their sordid pasts and find out why waking up at 5am for a jog, being the best parent in the world or keeping down a steady job, might not have meant they were winning.... It actually meant they were hiding a problem in plain sight. This episode is proudly sponsored by <a href="https://heapsnormal.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://heapsnormal.com</a> Just add the code soberawkward when checking out to get free postage within AustraliaDon't forget to give Sober Awkward an iTunes review - it really helps us share the message with the world - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975</a>Show Notes - Sober Awkward is sponsored by <a href="https://heapsnormal.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://heapsnormal.com</a>Book of the week - Girls walks out of a Bar - Lisa F Smith<a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Girl-Walks-Out-Lisa-Smith/dp/1590793218" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com.au/Girl-Walks-Out-Lisa-Smith/dp/1590793218</a>Blog Post – Burnt Toast - <a href="https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/burnt-toast-waiting-too-long-to-address-a-drinking-problem" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/burnt-toast-waiting-too-long-to-address-a-drinking-problem</a>@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @beanstalksinglemums Lucy Good - <a href="https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.beanstalkmums.com.au</a>Victoria Vanstone – <a href="https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com</a>vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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Have you ever woken up from a big night out and said ‘I’m never drinking again!’ Then found yourself waving $50 at a barman by Happy Hour. Well, so have Vic and Hamish. Join them on this hilarious and relatable podcast about being sober in a world soaked in alcohol. Each week they discuss different boozy topics and open up a shame shed of humiliating stories. Vic and Hamish bring humour and honesty to sobriety. These two ex-binge drinking, party animals tell it like it is. Vomit, one-night stands and life on the other side of their own destructive drunken behaviour. So, if you’ve hit a wall, you're fed up with anxiety, headaches and blackouts or you just need some sober inspiration... then go put the kettle on and learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!

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Vic and Lucy Reveal the Hidden Risks of Being a High-Functioning Drinker

“Being a highly functioning drinker is so dangerous as it could mask that you have a problem with drinking even to yourself, and that's the key, isn't it?”

Have you ever thought you had it all together while secretly struggling with alcohol? Vic and Lucy from 'Sober Awkward' dive into the complexities of being a high-functioning drinker. They chat about how they managed to keep jobs, relationships, and even motherhood afloat, all while hiding their heavy drinking. From waking up at 5am for a jog to being the 'perfect' parent, they reveal how their successes masked deeper issues.

This episode is a candid look at how easy it is to fool not just others, but yourself too. With humor and honesty, Vic and Lucy share their personal stories and discuss why it took them so long to see the problem. They also offer practical advice for anyone who might be in the same boat, like switching to zero-alcohol options or keeping a diary.

If you've ever wondered if your 'high-functioning' life is hiding something more, this episode is a must-listen. Vic and Lucy encourage everyone to face the truth about their relationship with alcohol and take steps toward a healthier life.

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