Sober Vibes: Alcohol free lifestyle tips for long-term sobriety, whether you're sober curious or ready to quit drinking for g

Courtney Andersen-Sobriety Coach & Author
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Hey, Friend! Welcome to the Sober Vibes podcast, where sobriety meets empowerment. I’m Courtney Andersen, your host, a sober coach, author, and mom. I’ve been living an alcohol-free life since 8/18/2012. I know firsthand what it’s like to be a binge/grey area drinker, spending four years stuck in the moderation cycle before finally quitting for good.The Sober Vibes podcast is your go-to space for real talk, proven strategies, expert guidance, and inspiring stories from people who are redefining what it means to live without alcohol.Each week, we dive deep into the topics that matter most—from how to quit drinking alcohol, managing cravings, and navigating social situations to rebuilding confidence, emotional sobriety, and finding joy in sobriety.Whether you’re newly sober, in long-term recovery, or just sober curious about alcohol-free living, Sober Vibes offers the support, insights, resources, and encouragement you need.Join a like-minded community and discover how sobriety can unlock a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Don’t just quit drinking, let’s have fun on this sobriety journey together!Grab my Free 30-Day Sober Not Boring CalendarCheck out my Website Connect on Instagram

  1. 3d ago

    How to say no without feeling weird Beat social pressure with sober boundaries that help you stay sober at dinner parties and girl’s night out

    Ever feel awkward saying no to alcohol because you're worried people will think you're boring, weird, or no longer fun? Social pressure can be one of the hardest parts of quitting drinking, especially when you're used to people-pleasing or being the friend who's always up for a drink. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I share how to handle social pressure, build confidence in your decision not to drink, and create sober boundaries that help you stay sober without constantly explaining yourself. In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why saying no to alcohol can feel uncomfortable or threatening to your sense of belongingHow the fear of being judged or considered boring can affect your sobrietyHow to create a simple social confidence plan before dinner parties and girls' nights outWhat to say when someone offers you alcoholHow to handle awkward moments without abandoning your boundariesWhy post-event decompression matters for your emotional sobrietyHow practicing sober boundaries helps rebuild self-trustYou don't have to prove you're still fun, explain your relationship with alcohol, or make everyone comfortable with your decision. Learning to navigate social pressure and trust yourself in uncomfortable situations is part of creating an alcohol-free life that feels like freedom. Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar  Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me: Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace. Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month. 1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life. The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope. Grab My Masterclass: Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review-Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney: Instagram Join the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 Coaching Order the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. Oct 2

    Boundaries That Protect Your Sobriety Set Boundaries in Recovery for Social Pressure So You Can Stay Sober Without Explaining Yourself

    Saying no to alcohol is one thing. Dealing with other people's reactions to your decision can be another. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I talk about how to set boundaries in recovery that protect your sobriety, especially when you're dealing with social pressure, pushy people, or the guilt that can come with disappointing others. If you're used to people-pleasing or over-explaining why you're not drinking, you'll learn how to keep your boundaries simple, calm, and grounded in what you need to stay sober. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why over-explaining your decision not to drink can backfire5 simple boundary scripts you can actually useHow to respond when someone keeps pushing alcohol after you've said noHow to handle guilt after setting a boundaryWhy someone else's reaction isn't yours to manageHow protecting your sobriety helps rebuild self-trustWhy you don't need anyone else's approval to live an alcohol-free lifeYour boundary doesn't need a closing argument. The more you practice choosing your sobriety over someone else's reaction, the more you're reinforcing that you can trust yourself to protect the life you're building. Mentioned in episode: Codependent No More Book Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar  Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me: Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace. Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month. 1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life. The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope. Grab My Masterclass: Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review.Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney: Instagram Join the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 Coaching Order the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Sep 25

    Retrain stress so you stop emotional drinking: Reduce drinking triggers, calm alcohol cravings, and stay sober when life hits har

    If stress immediately makes you think, “I need a drink,” that response didn’t come out of nowhere. Your brain can learn to connect stress with alcohol through repetition, and the good news is, what is learned can be unlearned. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, Courtney Andersen breaks down the connection between emotional drinking, drinking triggers, and alcohol cravings, and how you can begin retraining your response to stress without reaching for alcohol. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How your brain learns the stress → alcohol → relief patternWhy stressful situations can automatically trigger alcohol cravingsWhat an alcohol urge actually is and why an urge is not an instructionHow to use urge surfing when a craving hitsHow to identify what you're really needing underneath the desire to drinkWhy building your tolerance for discomfort can help you stay soberHow responding differently to stress can build self-trust over timeYou don't need to create a stress-free life to stop emotional drinking. You can learn how to experience stress, cravings, and uncomfortable emotions without automatically reaching for alcohol—and every time you do, you're teaching your brain a new response. What is learned can be unlearned. Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar  Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me: Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace. Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month. 1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life. The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope. Grab My Masterclass: Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review-Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney: Instagram Join the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 Coaching Order the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Sep 18

    Sobriety and Grief How to Stay Sober, Manage Drinking Triggers, and Cope Without Alcohol Part 2

    In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, I get into the coaching side of sobriety and grief: what to do when loss becomes a drinking trigger, and your brain starts looking for a way to escape the pain. Grief can bring intense emotions, and when alcohol has been your go-to coping mechanism, those feelings can create powerful alcohol cravings and urges to drink. This episode breaks down how to recognize what's happening and begin building new ways to cope without alcohol. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why grief can become a powerful drinking triggerWhy alcohol may feel tempting when you're overwhelmed or hurtingHow to identify what you're actually needing underneath the urge to drinkHow to ride out an alcohol urge without acting on itWhy building your tolerance for discomfort is an important part of emotional sobrietyHow to stay sober when life gets hard instead of automatically reaching for alcoholYou don't have to eliminate grief, stress, or painful emotions to stay sober. You can learn to experience those feelings without immediately escaping them and build the self-trust to know you can handle hard moments without alcohol. Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar  Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me: Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace. Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month. 1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life. The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope. Grab My Masterclass: Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review.Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney: Instagram Join the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 Coaching Order the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Sep 14

    National Sober Day 3 Ways to Celebrate Your Sobriety and Alcohol-Free Life

    National Sober Day is September 14th, and it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate your sobriety and the life you're creating without alcohol. Whether you're newly sober or have been staying sober for years, this episode is a reminder that an alcohol-free life isn't something you have to constantly feel deprived of. Your sober living journey deserves celebration, and there are plenty of ways to make sobriety fun, meaningful, and personal. In this episode, I share 3 simple ways to celebrate National Sober Day and recognize what your decision to quit drinking has given you. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How to celebrate how far you've come in your sobrietyFun ways to celebrate your alcohol-free life without alcoholHow celebrating with your sober community can make the journey more meaningfulWhy you don't need a specific number of sober days or a perfect recovery story to celebrateHow helping someone else can be one of the most powerful ways to honor your sobrietyWhether you're thinking about quitting drinking, newly sober, or years into your alcohol-free life, take National Sober Day as a reminder to celebrate the freedom, self-trust, and life you're building without alcohol. 30 Day Calendar  Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me: Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace. Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month. 1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life. The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope. Grab My Masterclass: Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review-Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney: Instagram Join the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 Coaching Order the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Sep 12

    Sobriety and Grief Losing My Dad and Staying Sober Through Loss(Part 1)

    This episode is deeply personal. I share my experience of losing my dad and the emotional fallout that followed, including what it has been like to navigate grief while staying sober. Grief can change everything. It can bring sadness, anger, exhaustion, loneliness, and emotions you weren't prepared for. And when you're sober, you experience those feelings without alcohol as an escape or a way to numb the pain. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, I share my story of loss and what grief has taught me about sobriety, emotional drinking, and staying present through painful seasons of life. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What losing my dad has been like and the emotional fallout that followedHow grief can affect your emotions, routines, and everyday lifeWhat it means to experience grief without using alcohol to numb the painWhy sobriety doesn't make painful experiences easier but allows you to be present for themHow grief has deepened my understanding of emotional sobriety and self-trustIf you're grieving a loss while navigating sobriety, you don't have to have it all figured out. Sometimes the first step is simply allowing yourself to feel what you're feeling without judging it or trying to make it disappear. Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar  Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me: Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace. Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month. 1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life. The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope. Grab My Masterclass: Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review.Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney: Instagram Join the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 Coaching Order the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Sep 4

    14 Years Sober: 5 Lessons I’ve Learned About Sobriety

    Fourteen years ago, I made the decision to quit drinking, and while that decision changed everything, sobriety has continued to teach me lessons I never could have learned while alcohol was still running the show. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I’m sharing five of the biggest lessons I’ve learned from 14 years of sobriety. From rebuilding self-trust to learning how to navigate life without alcohol, this is an honest conversation about what it really means to stay sober long-term. In This Episode, You’ll Learnwhy sobriety is about so much more than simply quitting drinkinghow rebuilding self-trust happens one decision at a timewhy difficult days and thoughts about alcohol don't mean you're failingthe unexpected gifts that come with long-term sobrietywhy protecting your sobriety still matters, no matter how much time you haveAfter 14 years sober, one thing I know for sure is this: you don't need to have your entire alcohol-free future figured out today. You just need to keep taking the next right step. And every alcohol-free decision you make is helping you build a life you no longer want to escape from. Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar  Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me: Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace. Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month. 1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life. The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope. Grab My Masterclass: Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review.Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney: Instagram Join the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 Coaching Order the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Sep 3

    Why Alcohol Feels Like Your Best Friend: Understanding Emotional Drinking and Quitting Drinking

    Have you ever felt like alcohol was always there for you? After a stressful day, during celebrations, through heartbreak, or whenever you needed to unwind? If so, you're not alone. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I explore why alcohol can feel like a trusted friend, why letting go can feel like a loss, and how emotional drinking keeps us believing alcohol is meeting our needs when it's actually keeping us stuck. In This Episode, You'll Learn  why alcohol can feel like your best friend during difficult seasons  how emotional drinking becomes your go-to coping strategy  what you're really grieving when you decide to quit drinking  why alcohol creates the illusion of comfort, confidence, and connection  practical ways to meet your emotional needs without alcohol  how sobriety helps you build real peace, confidence, and self-trust Quitting drinking isn't just about giving up alcohol; it's about discovering healthier ways to find comfort, connection, and relief. When you begin meeting those needs without alcohol, you'll realize you were never losing your best friend; you were finding yourself. Mentioned in episode: My Reading List  Podcast Survey Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar  Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me: Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace. Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month. 1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life. The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope. Grab My Masterclass: Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review.Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in! Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, reviewing, and/or subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney: Instagram Join the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 Coaching Order the Sober Vibes Book Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Hey, Friend! Welcome to the Sober Vibes podcast, where sobriety meets empowerment. I’m Courtney Andersen, your host, a sober coach, author, and mom. I’ve been living an alcohol-free life since 8/18/2012. I know firsthand what it’s like to be a binge/grey area drinker, spending four years stuck in the moderation cycle before finally quitting for good.The Sober Vibes podcast is your go-to space for real talk, proven strategies, expert guidance, and inspiring stories from people who are redefining what it means to live without alcohol.Each week, we dive deep into the topics that matter most—from how to quit drinking alcohol, managing cravings, and navigating social situations to rebuilding confidence, emotional sobriety, and finding joy in sobriety.Whether you’re newly sober, in long-term recovery, or just sober curious about alcohol-free living, Sober Vibes offers the support, insights, resources, and encouragement you need.Join a like-minded community and discover how sobriety can unlock a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Don’t just quit drinking, let’s have fun on this sobriety journey together!Grab my Free 30-Day Sober Not Boring CalendarCheck out my Website Connect on Instagram

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