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Issue #15: Filling up sober weekends

Published 4 months ago • 2 min read

The Sober Daily

Welcome to your daily sip of sober!

Weekends can be daunting when you're sober. The old 'go-to's' are no longer options. What can you do instead? Let's look at some options.

**I'll be quite honest...it was difficult to find resources for this topic. Plenty to read but not much to listen to or watch today!

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> “The truth is, with 23 years of sobriety behind me, I can’t think of anything that isn’t more fun without alcohol. But there’s more to stopping drinking than just stopping drinking. We have to learn a lot of new emotional skills.” ― Veronica Valli, author of *Soberful​

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Blog Post

> 99 Sober Activities To Do This Weekend Instead Of Drinking | Emily McGowan, The Good Trade​
Here are some of Emily's favorite ways to connect and unwind—with 0 percent ABV. Read (or listen to) them here →​

Blog Post

> How To Make It Through Your First Sober Weekend | UK Rehab​
Giving up alcohol is tough, and if alcohol was a significant part of your weekends until now, you will likely be experiencing mixed feelings. This is natural – but you can get through it. This article gives practical tips on navigating your first weekend without alcohol. Read it here →​

Blog Post

> 30 Sober Activities That Are Fun & Fulfilling | UK Rehab​
Whether you’re looking for a sober activity to distract from cravings, fill newfound free time, or bring you alcohol-free joy, there are many options to choose from. Read more →​

News Article

> I gave up booze and am having more fun than ever. These seven tips could help you do the same | Sam Delaney, The Guardian​
What’s life like without alcohol? You’ll save a fortune, really enjoy nights out – and even have better sex. Read more →​

Book

> That Sounds Fun: The Joys of Being an Amateur, the Power of Falling in Love, and Why You Need a Hobby | Annie F. Downs​
Annie offers an irresistible invitation to understand the meaning of fun, to embrace it and chase it, and to figure out what, exactly, sounds fun to you--then do it! *Get it here →​

Book

> Have More Fun: How to Be Remarkable, Stop Feeling Stuck, and Start Enjoying Life | Mandy Arioto​
​Have More Fun is for anyone who has forgotten that fun is an option. In a world where political dramas and cultural uncertainties churn through our news feed every day, Mandy is here to suggest that the answer to many of the most pressing questions is fun. *Get it here →​

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Social Groups

> Meetup​
Meetup is a great place to find groups around various interests in your area. Check it out here →

That's it for today's newsletter. I hope you enjoyed our latest content and find it helpful in your sober journey. Each day will be a fresh list from various places. I'll see you next week!

Have a lovely, fun-filled weekend!

If you have a resource to share (or comments/suggestions), send to: sarah@thesoberdaily.com

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​Sarah Sandidge​
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