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If you're taking a break from drinking and unsure what to say when people ask why—you're not alone. In this episode of Sobermentum Today, I share a few simple, non-awkward ways to answer the dreaded “Why aren’t you drinking?” question. From social situations to work events, this video offers real-life tips to reduce the anxiety and shame that can come with being alcohol-free in a drinking world. Whether you're doing a Dry January, focusing on fitness, or just tired of hangovers, you’ll walk away with go-to responses that work—and peace of mind that most people won’t judge you.
17 Jul 2025
If Quitting Drinking Sounds Scary, Do This Instead
If you're questioning your drinking, you can find out where you stand on the Alcohol Drinker Spectrum here: ►►►https://www.sobermentum.com/the-drinker-spectrum For more resources on the topic of Middle-of-the-Road drinking, check out my website: https://www.sobermentum.com If the idea of quitting drinking forever feels overwhelming, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to go that route. In this video, I share a powerful mindset shift that worked for me and has helped many of my coaching clients: don’t quit forever — just take a break for now. Instead of focusing on the scary concept of NEVER drinking again, I explain how committing to a temporary “sober vacation” can help you build alcohol-free momentum without added pressure. Whether it’s 30 days, 100 days, or a full year, this approach gives your mind and body space and distance to reset and reflect — without the fear of forever. This video is especially for: Social drinkers feeling stuck in a routine Gray area or “middle-of-the-road” drinkers Anyone curious about alcohol-free living Topics covered: ✅ Why "forever" thinking can sabotage your progress ✅ How to reframe sobriety as a short-term experiment ✅ Tips for gaining clarity, energy, and perspective without alcohol ✅ Why you’re still under the influence even when you’re not drinking ✅ How taking a break can reveal the truth about your relationship with alcohol 🔗 FREE RESOURCE: Want to find out where you land on the drinking spectrum? Watch my free presentation here → https://www.sobermentum.com/the-drinker-spectrum 🌐 More tools + support at https://sobermenum.com
25 Jun 2025
Should YOU Take an EXTENDED BREAK from DRINKING?
This episode explores whether listeners should consider taking an extended break from drinking, offering resources to understand their position on the alcohol drinker spectrum.
18 Jun 2025
How to know if you have a Drinking Problem
This episode explores how individuals can assess their alcohol consumption and determine if they have a drinking problem.
25 Sept 2022
Your Drinking is a One Way Street
The host of Sobermentum Today discusses how crossing a certain threshold with drinking habits means you can never return to previous consumption levels, forcing a choice between acceptance and an alcohol-free lifestyle.
11 Sept 2022
3 Red Flags About Your Drinking
Sobermentum Today discusses three subtle warning signs regarding one's drinking habits, providing listeners with insights to assess their alcohol consumption and consider proactive adjustments.
15 Aug 2022
3 BIG FEARS About Quitting Drinking...And Why They're UNFOUNDED
The host discusses three common fears about quitting drinking, revealing how these concerns are often exaggerated and unfounded.
26 Jun 2022
Part 4 of 4 - Why Your Breaks from Drinking Never Stick - The 4 Big Reasons
Sobermentum Today discusses the final challenge of social pressure when taking a break from drinking, providing strategies to resist fitting in and overcoming the fear of missing out.
20 Jun 2022
Part 3 of 4 - Why Your Breaks from Drinking Never Stick
Sobermentum Today explores how the subconscious mind's established beliefs and triggers related to long-term drinking habits can undermine conscious efforts to take breaks from alcohol, requiring patience and persistence to retrain the brain.
13 Jun 2022
Part 2 of 4 - Why Your Breaks from Drinking Never Stick - The 4 Big Reasons
This episode explores the brain's reward system and its role in hindering successful breaks from drinking, providing insights on understanding and counteracting its effects.
6 Jun 2022
Part 1 of 4 - Why Your Breaks from Drinking Never Stick - The 4 Big Reasons
Sobermentum Today discusses the role of the conscious mind in successfully taking breaks from drinking, focusing on psychological strategies to achieve time-off goals.
23 May 2022
How Much Do You REALLY Spend on Your Drinking Habit?
The host explores the often-overlooked financial costs of maintaining an alcohol habit, prompting listeners to reconsider if it aligns with their health and goals.
16 May 2022
Is Life BORING Without Alcohol?
The host explores the common fear that life becomes boring without alcohol, questioning its necessity for enjoyment and challenging the psychological dependence on it.
8 May 2022
How is a DRINKING Problem Like a WEIGHT Problem?
The host of Sobermentum Today explores the parallels between drinking and weight problems, highlighting societal stigmas and encouraging proactive solutions for those questioning their alcohol consumption in this episode.
4 Dec 2021
The REAL Secret to Moderate Your Drinking
The episode explores the complexities of moderating alcohol consumption, examining how an individual's position on the Alcohol Drinker Spectrum influences their ability to achieve moderation.
13 Nov 2021
Drinking Problems are NOT One-Sized-Fits All (3 Reasons it Matters)
The host discusses how labeling all drinking problems as "alcoholism" can deter people from addressing their issues early, highlighting the spectrum of alcohol use disorder and encouraging proactive steps.
10 Nov 2021
One Year Sober & How it's Been Awesome!
Host of Sobermentum Today shares 17 tangible ways life improved after one year of sobriety, offering hope and optimism to those questioning their drinking habits.
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