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No, I Don't Want Red Wine: Choosing Sobriety in a Culture of Drinking sober community sober travel social stigma wine Sep 11, 2024

I spent the weekend at Sober in the City, Seattle. I was the weekend MC and I hosted a Thought Leadership Collaborative. Working for myself from home has so many perks, but it does get lonely, so I cherish the pockets of time when I can be gathered in real life with clients, peers, and friends.I...

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From Temptation to Triumph: A Sober Perspective on Watching Others Indulge in Wine alcohol free drinks cravings friends friendship grief social stigma Feb 18, 2024

 

My husband and I went to City Winery for a 10,000 Maniacs show last night. After a comedy of errors in our dinner plans, we decided to eat at the venue. We did not want to be the first people at the show, so first, we enjoyed dinner in the adjoining restaurant. We got a cute little table...

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The Truth About Pretending to Drink When You're Sober friends friendship sober confidence social social stigma Feb 14, 2024

One thing that prevented me from addressing my complicated relationship with alcohol for so long was the fear of social stigma. I was also afraid to fail, but I was more afraid of success. If I quit drinking, then what? Then, actually, what? 

I would no longer fit into my social circles. I...

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