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The secret is finally out of the bag!
Lee Mack kindly agreed to this interview back in June and we have been practically bursting with excitement to tell you all!
That excitement did slightly spill over and we got the name of both his podcast and TV show wrong in the recording of this podcast! Awkward by name, awkward by nature...
For those of you living in the UK, you will already be familiar with Lee's work as he has been gracing your TV screens and theatres with his comedy since the mid 90s.
For those of you who unfamiliar with his work, as well as being sober, Lee is simply one of the most celebrated and recognisable comics in the UK.
From writing and starring in Not Going Out - the longest-running sitcom on air in the UK, to being a team captain on Would I Lie to You? since 2007.
As if his writing, comedy and acting weren't enough - Lee also co-hosts the wonderful and hilarious I Can't Believe It's Not Buddha podcast.
Perhaps most importantly, for the sake of our podcast, Lee's frankness and simplicity in talking about his sobriety was one of the first things that got through to Hame when he was drinking.
We have no doubt that it will have the same impact on some of you. Whether you are still drinking and thinking of giving sobriety a try or are sober and looking for inspiration to carry on!
We hope you enjoy this one and much as we both did!
Show Notes
This episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.com
New year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price! 
Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com  to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.
Buy Vic's book - https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.html
www.cuppa.community
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadstea
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com

Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about triggers, why we get them and how they feel out of our control.
You can listen to the full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/07zjbMxfdHdrqvwsw6LTzE?si=f0167123a45f493b
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We have spent many an episode looking into WHY we over drank in the first place.
We have also discussed at length WHAT tools might help you get and stay sober.
But in today's episode we want to teach you exactly HOW you should approach giving up booze.
(Basically...Hame read a book and he is pretty proud of himself!)
In all seriousness it is an absolute gem that was full of so many 'Ah-ha!' moments that he wanted to share what he learnt!
The book is Atomic Habits by James Clear and it offers a fascinating insight into the mechanics behind good and bad habits.
Vic and Hame share what habits they have found easy or hard to keep throughout their lives and talk about their different approaches to giving up their ultimate bad habit (barring perhaps Lindt balls) of drinking alcohol.
We hope you enjoy this episode in which, just by reading one book, they both somehow come acros far smarter than either of them ever will be!

RESOURCES
This episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.com
New year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price! 
Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com  to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.
www.cuppa.community
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadstea
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads
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In this weeks retrospective we talk about the trauma that is left over from years of over doing it.
You can listen to the full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/07zjbMxfdHdrqvwsw6LTzE?si=6fd78f39644147ca
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Trigger Warning - In todays episode we mention Domestic Violence.
In this emotional episode of Sober Awkward Vic and Hamish talk in detail about long term repercussions form short term lifestyles.  Vic tells Hamish about a very toxic relationship she found herself in many years ago, how her drinking made her vulnerable to being mistreated and how she used booze to numb out the fact her relationship wasn’t working. 
Would his situation have happened if alcohol was out of the picture?
So, aside from the regretful one-night stands, sloppy snogs in alleyways and whirlwind romances – What happens when you stay with someone when booze is the only thing you have in common? Is it ever a good idea to start a relationship when pissed?
And what are the red flags to look out for?
Find out why being sober is always the best way to enter a new relationship and why being sober means your love could last a lifetime, in this inspiring and hard-hitting episode.
RESOURCES
If you are experiencing domestic violence please reach out for support today.
1800RESPECT(1800 737 732)
The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
24 hours, 7 days a week.
www.1800respect.org.au
Lifeline(13 11 14)
A national number which can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your state.
24 hours, 7 days a week.
www.lifeline.org.au
www.cuppa.community
This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.au
JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291
www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.
Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com
@soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy
@cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadstea
If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us -
vicandhamish@soberawkward.com
Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com
#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads
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In this weeks retrospective we have a chat with William Porter about how alcohol effects your sleep.
You can listen to the full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6sNNmi3G4YMhukmfXW7A9C?si=d69425b7de99443a
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