Parties, Weddings, and Work Events: How to Handle Peer Pressure To Drink When You’re Quitting Alcohol

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If parties, weddings, and work events feel stressful now that you’re not drinking, you’re not alone. Social pressure is one of the biggest obstacles people face when trying to quit drinking, and today’s episode gives you real support, real scripts, and real confidence to walk into any event alcohol-free.

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I delve into how to navigate the awkward moments, uncomfortable questions, and internal pressure that arise in social settings when everyone around you is drinking. Whether you're early in sobriety or navigating coping without alcohol, this episode gives you the tools you need to stay grounded and empowered.

What You’ll learn:

• How to handle comments like “You’re not drinking?” with confidence
• The psychology of peer pressure (and why their reaction isn’t about you
• What to say when someone pushes a drink on you
• How to create an exit plan that protects your peace
• Why having support to quit drinking makes social situations easier
• Strategies from an alcohol recovery coach to help you stay strong
• How to redefine fun without letting alcohol steal the moment

If social events have been your biggest trigger or the place where you feel the most vulnerable, this episode will help you finally feel prepared and confident walking into any environment.

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1. The Pressure To Drink At Events (00:00:00)

2. Show Intro And Holiday Timing (00:02:02)

3. Flipping The Script On Alcohol Norms (00:03:15)

4. Prepare What You’ll Say (00:07:29)

5. Sponsors: Exact Nature And Soberlink (00:12:59)

6. Control The Drink In Your Hand (00:14:44)

7. Handling Inner Pressure And Belonging (00:18:03)

8. Boundaries, Exit Plans, And The 60-Minute Rule (00:19:58)

9. Redefining Fun And Early Sobriety Reality (00:23:01)

10. Community Support And Next Week’s Topic (00:25:23)