This week on Sober Stories from Everyday People, we’re joined by Becs from Manchester, who is 205 days sober at the time of recording.

At just 25 years old, Becs has been on a journey with sobriety that began with sober curiosity as early as age 19. Now, with over six months alcohol-free under her belt, she shares her refreshingly honest take on what it’s like navigating sobriety as a young adult in a culture that often glorifies drinking.

Growing up in the 90s and 00s and later entering the fashion industry, Becs found herself caught in the cycle of binge drinking—something that intensified during her university years. But today, she’s found new purpose and focus: renovating her first home, which she recently bought. With a very supportive partner and a toolkit of healthy habits, Becs is building a life that aligns with who she truly wants to be.

This episode is full of inspiration—especially for younger listeners who might be wondering what life without alcohol can actually look like. We talk about everything from mental health and journaling, to making yourself accountable, weighing the real cost of drinking, and why keeping busy can be one of the best tools for staying on track.

You can follow Becs on Instagram at @becselizt to keep up with her sobriety journey, renovations, and life in progress.

Helpful links:

Get help from me directly by visiting www.sassysobermum.com

Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance & resources here www.thrivesobercoaching.com

Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w

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Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription

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1. Alcohol Change UK
   • Website: https://www.alcoholchange.org.uk
   • Helpline: 0800 917 8282 (Available Monday to Friday 9 AM - 8 PM)
2. Mind (Mental Health Support)
   • Website: https://www.mind.org.uk
   • Helpline: 0300 123 3393
3. NHS Alcohol Support Services

Website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-misuse

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In this week's episode of 'Sober Stories from Everyday People' I am chatting all things spiritual with Claire who is a Reiki practitioner, a shamanic healer and a clairvoyant.

Claire is 136 days sober at the time of this recording. It is not Claires first bout of sobriety although things feel very different this time round.

In this episode I talk openly about my own spiritual awakening which has been happening progressively over the last 6-8 months. It is a deep conversation and a vulnerable one for me personally as I have never shared these thoughts openly with anyone. I have to say it is very exposing putting this episode out there but I do it in an attempt to help stitch together the sobriety and spiritual story together in a way that I have never heard before. I am wondering how many people feel similarly to me and whether this content resonates and relieves the thoughts of isolation a spiritual awakening can bring.

Claire also talks about rape so please protect yourself if this will be triggering for you.

Claire has a lovely energy and compelling tale of courage and bravery. You can find and follow her on instagram at @healingforascension and via https://www.healingforascension.co.uk.

I hope you enjoy the episode and I would be extra grateful if you messaged me directly if this helped you in any way.

Helpful links:

Get help from me directly by visiting www.sassysobermum.com

Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance & resources here www.thrivesobercoaching.com

Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w

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Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription

Email sassysobermum at thrive@sassysobermum.com

1. Alcohol Change UK
   • Website: https://www.alcoholchange.org.uk
   • Helpline: 0800 917 8282 (Available Monday to Friday 9 AM - 8 PM)
2. Mind (Mental Health Support)
   • Website: https://www.mind.org.uk
   • Helpline: 0300 123 3393
3. NHS Alcohol Support Services
   • Website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-misuse

In this week’s ‘Sober Stories from Everyday People’ podcast I am chatting with Nina in London who is 116 days sober at the time of this recording. Nina is a member of my THRIVE online women’s Community and has also worked with me directly for several weeks.

Nina talks openly about the twists and turns that kept her drinking regularly in her life up until her late 40’s. With two children and a husband, Nina feels like she is really thriving in life and growing stronger every day in sobriety.

You can find and connect with Nina on Instagram at @wonderfullysober.

Helpful links:

Get help from me directly by visiting www.sassysobermum.com

Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance & resources here www.thrivesobercoaching.com

Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w

(use coupon code HALFPRICE)

Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription

Email sassysobermum at thrive@sassysobermum.com

1. Alcohol Change UK
   • Website: https://www.alcoholchange.org.uk
   • Helpline: 0800 917 8282 (Available Monday to Friday 9 AM - 8 PM)
2. Mind (Mental Health Support)
   • Website: https://www.mind.org.uk
   • Helpline: 0300 123 3393
3. NHS Alcohol Support Services
   • Website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-misuse

This week I am talking with Catriona in Kilkenny, Ireland. Catriona is 10 months sober at the time of this recording. She lives with her husband and two young children and is a small business owner. Catriona talks candidly about the destructive impact alcohol had on her life and how she managed to get sober. Catriona talks about life changes, getting stronger everyday and how the prescribed drug Antabuse helped her begin the journey of quitting for good.

You can connect with Catriona on Facebook under Catriona Byrne.

I hope you enjoy the episode.

Helpful links:

Get help from me directly by visiting www.sassysobermum.com

Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance & resources here www.thrivesobercoaching.com

Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w

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Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription

Email sassysobermum at thrive@sassysobermum.com

In the first episode of 2025 I chat with Hana in New York City who is 2 years sober at the time of the recording. Hana's journey is littered with stories of going too far and having no off switch. Hana drank for over 2 decades before deciding enough was enough and quitting for good in the festive season.

Hana is brave, inspiring and open with her story. I hope you find it comforting.

You can connect with Hana on Instagram at @hanaziggy

Helpful links:

Get help from me directly by visiting www.sassysobermum.com

Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance & resources here www.thrivesobercoaching.com

Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w

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Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription

Email sassysobermum at thrive@sassysobermum.com

Welcome to this special episode to mark 100 episodes of the Sober Stories from Everyday people podcast. During this episode I explore reflections from my own life and from the lives of the many people I have worked with. Sobriety is a challenging, beautiful and scary process, especially during holiday seasons. I offer insight, wisdom and reassurance for all things early sobriety and hope that you take at least one positive thing from listening, to help you navigate the impending Christmas period.

Sending love and best wishes this Christmas.

You can do it!

Helpful links:

Get help from me directly by visiting www.sassysobermum.com

Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance & resources here www.thrivesobercoaching.com

Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w

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Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription

Email sassysobermum at thrive@sassysobermum.com

In this episode I am talking to Nancy from Essex who is sober 10 months at the time of this recording. Nancy is married with 2 children. Nancy talks about growing up in a sociable household and trying alcohol-pops for the first time. The transition from carefree childfree days to mortgage, kids and work pressures, Nancys drinking followed a similar path to many other guests on this show. Once Nancy decided to quit she threw herself into the learning and mindset work to be successful.

You can follow Nancy on instagram at lil_miss_kiddy

Helpful links:

Get help from me directly by visiting www.sassysobermum.com

Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance & resources here www.thrivesobercoaching.com

Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w

(use coupon code HALFPRICE)

Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription

Email sassysobermum at thrive@sassysobermum.com

In this week's episode of Sober Stories from Everyday people podcast I am chatting with Anastasia in Essex who is 228 days sober at the time of this recording.

Anastasia is a 37 year old mum of twins who is currently studying psychology and counselling via distance learning. She talks openly about her life with alcohol and how it became something she became fed up with, especially after having her twins.

You can find Anastasia on TikTok here @fresh_and_sober and also in instagram at the same handle.

Helpful links:

Get help from me directly by visiting www.sassysobermum.com

Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance & resources here www.thrivesobercoaching.com

Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w

(use coupon code HALFPRICE)

Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription

Email sassysobermum at thrive@sassysobermum.com