We’re nearing the end of our summer break, but we’re still sharing some of our favorite episodes with you through the end of August. This week’s replay is one that resonates with so many in recovery: rebuilding trust after you stop drinking. It’s a topic that hits close to home for nearly everyone on this journey - because even after we put down the drink, our relationships and our own self-trust don’t heal overnight.

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For many of us, our actions and behaviors have left our family and loved ones no longer trusting us, even after we’ve stopped drinking. So that begs the question – how do you regain trust after quitting alcohol? We’ve gathered Rachael, founder of Addict with Purpose; Michael, founder of SoberPress; and our adventurous friend Nadine to talk about what regaining trust from others – and in ourselves – has looked like in our lives.

In this episode:

• Learning to trust oneself
• Consistency and time as the foundation of trust
• Learning to do things that build trust
• The value of authenticity in trust building
• Honesty is a core component of trust
• Living the apology
• Understanding that we can’t put a timeframe on someone else’s trust
• How to apologize with action
• Learning to trust yourself through the hard times
• Humility and its role in building trust
• Also: learning to trust others

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- A full library of over 150 podcast episodes

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We’re continuing our summer re-release series while we take a short break from new episodes until September. This week, we’re bringing back a powerful conversation about something almost every sober person wrestles with at some point: boredom. If you're sober but struggling to fill your time or feeling like life has lost its spark, this episode is for you.

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When you’ve been sober for a bit, boredom seems to be one of the first challenges that shows up. How to fill all that free time? This is especially true if you don’t have any hobbies, or if your social life revolved around drinking.

In this episode, we’re joined by Adriana from Dear Recovery, Jason from Sober Gangster, and sober rapper Gina (Modern Day Monk) to talk about how we dealt with boredom in early sobriety, and how we deal with it now that we’ve been doing this for awhile.

If you struggle to fill your time and find yourself wishing away the hours in the day, this episode is for you!

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In this episode:

• Loneliness and boredom sometimes go hand in hand
• Connecting with others is an almost instant cure to boredom
• Rediscovering hobbies that alcohol had pushed aside
• Learning not to overwhelm yourself with activities and to-do lists
• Exploring the link between creativity and drinking
• New hobbies and activities help build recovery skills
• Boredom is not a bad thing!
• Boredom is the door to creativity and trying new things
• Learning to appreciate the stillness and quiet
• Boredom encourages self reflection and “doing the work” of recovery
• Asking yourself, “Where’s the void in my life?” and having the courage to address it
• Discovering “biohacks” to make life – and sobriety – easier and more comfortable

Want to learn more about the EFT tapping that Adriana mentions? Check out this link.

The group also discusses the benefits of cold plunging.

If you’re still struggling with boredom in sobriety, check out this past episode, where a different group of people share their experiences.

To learn more about our guests, visit the original show notes on our website:

https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/boredom-in-sobriety-2/

For tons of sobriety resources, including free support meetings, blog articles, a full library of podcast episodes, and 1:1 coaching, visit our official website:

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We’re bringing back one of our all-time favorite episodes this week. If you’ve ever struggled with self doubt or felt uncertain about your purpose, this one’s going to stick with you.

In this conversation, we’re joined by sober motivational speakers Jacob Brown and Martin Lockett, along with the always powerful voice of Through the Glass regular, Molly. Together, we explore how self doubt creeps in, how it holds us back, and how we can move through it with courage, clarity, and community.

You’ll hear stories of facing fear, letting go of old narratives, and learning to live in alignment with personal values. We talk about what it means to define purpose, how to connect with your own "why," and why having support around you matters so much.

If you’ve ever told yourself you’re not ready, not good enough, or not qualified, this episode is your reminder that those thoughts are just part of the process. You’re not alone, and you’re not stuck.

A few of the topics we cover:

• Recognizing how self doubt and impostor syndrome show up

• Giving yourself permission to try

• Living by your values instead of fear

• The power of positive self talk and affirmations

• Why vulnerability and connection are key to finding purpose

• Speaking your goals into reality

• The Japanese concept of Ikigai

• Letting go of who you think you’re supposed to be, so you can become who you are

One of our favorite quotes from this episode: “Self doubt and impostor syndrome only come right before something amazing is about to happen.” – Jacob Brown

This re-release is full of wisdom, heart, and powerful perspective shifts. We’re so excited to share it with you again.

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To learn about this week’s guests, visit the official show notes:

https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/finding-purpose-recovery/

For tons of free sobriety resources, visit our website at throughtheglassrecovery.com or click any of the following links:

• A full library of podcast episodes
• Free sobriety support group on Zoom
• 1:1 Coaching with Julie or Steve
• Julie’s sobriety blog - No Alcohol Needed

This week, we’re re-releasing one of our most downloaded and talked-about episodes: What if AA Doesn’t Work for You?

Alcoholics Anonymous is often the first (and sometimes only) option people hear about when they decide to get sober. But while AA has helped many people build lasting recovery, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. And if it didn’t work for you - or didn’t feel like quite enough - you’re not alone.

In this conversation, our guests share what led them to AA, what they found there, and why they eventually sought something different. Whether you’ve tried the 12 steps and felt out of place, or you’ve been wondering if there are other paths to sobriety, this episode is a powerful reminder that there’s no single right way to recover.

It’s okay to want more support, a different approach, or a path that better fits who you are. Recovery isn’t about fitting into a mold - it’s about finding what actually works for you.

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To learn about this week’s guests, visit the official show notes:

https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/what-if-aa-doesnt-work/

For tons of sobriety resources, visit our website at throughtheglassrecovery.com or click any of the following links:

• A full library of podcast episodes
• Free sobriety support group on Zoom
• 1:1 Coaching with Julie or Steve
• Julie’s sobriety blog

We’re taking a summer break from recording new episodes, and while we recharge, we’re bringing back some of our most important conversations - like this one.

This week’s episode explores something we don’t talk about enough: the connection between eating disorders and alcohol use disorder. Research shows that up to 50% of people with an eating disorder will also struggle with substance abuse, often as a way to cope with trauma, stress, and deep emotional pain.

In this honest and vulnerable conversation, three brave women share how their disordered eating and alcohol use were connected - and what recovery has looked like when facing both. Whether you’ve dealt with one, the other, or both, their stories offer hope, insight, and a reminder that you’re not alone.

Key Topics in This Episode:

• How food keeps you silent
• Eating disorders and alcohol abuse are both related to trauma and stress
• Overcoming shame as a key component in the recovery of each
• Eating disorders as a way to deal with difficult emotions, when you don’t have the right tools
• Fitting in, trying to be attractive, and it’s impact on your relationship with food
• Alcohol urges and cravings are similar to the binge/purge urges
• When you body is off balance – learning to recognize hunger cues and feeling full
• Overexercise as a symtpom of addictive behavior
• Learning how to feel
• Body scanning and body mapping as tools for recovery
• Learning to catch emotions before they become unhealthy
• How dopamine fits into the picture

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To learn more about this week's guests, visit the full show notes at https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/eating-disorders-and-alcoholism/

Visit our website for tons of sobriety resources:

• A full library of podcast episodes
• FREE support group on Zoom
• 1:1 coaching with Julie or Steve
• Julie's blog

Talking to your kids about your addiction is hard and it’s scary, but it’s also necessary. When you’re a parent and you’re working through addiction and recovery, it’s a challenge to know how much to share, and how to share it, with your children.

In this re-released groundbreaking episode, we have a conversation with Matt and Rachael about how we’ve approached talking to our own kids – of all ages – about our recovery. This is also a very personal episode, because Julie’s teenage daughter Cora joins us, to share with our listeners what it’s like from her perspective.

If you’ve got kids, this episode is a MUST listen.

In this episode:

• Preparing for the hard questions your kids WILL eventually ask you
• Allowing our kids to share what they experienced, without getting defensive or upset
• The value of letting your kids see your flaws
• Making your kids feel safe enough to ask for help
• Creating a space where families can talk about addiction and recovery without shame or fear
• How sharing our experiences with alcohol can affect the decisions they make when they’re confronted with it
• Co-parenting with different viewpoints
• Resources are available to support your kids, if you don’t feel capable right now

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To learn more about our guests, check out the full show notes

Visit our website for tons of sobriety resources:

• A full library of podcast episodes
• FREE support group on Zoom
• 1:1 coaching with Julie or Steve
• Julie's blog

We're continuing our summer re-release series with one of our favorite conversations—this week, we're diving into the ever-relatable experience of FOMO after you stop drinking. Whether you're early in sobriety or years alcohol-free, the fear of missing out can sneak in and make you question everything. But there's more waiting for you on the other side than you might think. Tune in as we revisit this honest and hope-filled episode with Eliza, Sherralyn, and Alex.

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Feeling like you’re being left out – or worrying about missing out – is soooo common when you’re sober. Some things just aren’t the same after you quit drinking, and it takes some time to get comfortable with that. And of course, sometimes we’re worrying far too much about things that end up not being an issue at all anyway. Join us as we chat with Eliza, Sherralyn, and Alex about FOMO – what it means, and how we overcome it so we don’t feel like we’re missing out on anything at all.

In this episode:

• It all gets easier with time
• Jomo – the joy of missing out on the regret and embarrassment
• Friends that matter will still invite you, and are still fun to be around
• Risk vs. Benefit analysis to decide whether it’s worth it
• Honestly, nobody cares if you’re drinking or not
• Alcohol companies’ effects on why we believe we need alcohol to have fun
• Mommy wine culture
• Modeling sober fun for our kids and ending the cycle

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To learn more about our guests, check out the full show notes

Visit our website for tons of sobriety resources:

• A full library of podcast episodes
• FREE support meetings on Zoom
• 1:1 Sobriety coaching with Julie or Steve
• No Alcohol Needed blog

As we continue our re-release schedule for the summer, we're excited to bring back this super important topic that seems to affect nearly all of us. If you find yourself wrestling with the pros and cons of social media now that you've created an alcohol free lifestyle, this episode will shine a light on the challenges and help you see everything more clearly.

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One “transfer addiction” that gets overlooked all too often is social media. And while social media has many benefits, it certainly also poses many dangers, especially when it comes to addiction recovery and mental health. In this week’s episode, we’re chatting with our friends Robbie, Britt, and Vanessa about how social media shows up in our lives, in our recoveries, and its impact on our emotional and mental wellbeing.

Key topics in this episode:

• Taking a break from social media
• The dopamine hits that come with posting and getting interactions
• How to curate your feed to create a positive experience
• Using social media to find true connection
• Recognizing the different between real connection and surface connection online
• The hidden dangers of external validation
• Using social media to create drama and chaos when sobriety feels boring
• Tools for managing social media use
• Setting your intention when using social media
• How comparing yourself to others on social media can damage mental health
• AI and its detrimental effects on creativity, emotional intelligence, and relationships

To learn more about our guests, check out the full show notes

Visit our website for tons of sobriety resources:

• A full library of podcast episodes
• FREE support meetings on Zoom
• 1:1 Sobriety coaching with Julie or Steve
• No Alcohol Needed blog