Sobriety Uncensored

EPISODE 90 Sep 26, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about how their recovery programs are evolving as their lives and circumstances change. Jenna opens up about this transitional time in her life and how she hasn't felt inspired to commit time or energy to her recovery program. They discuss boredom and discovering new hobbies or ways to have fun. Daniel explains (through some minor technical difficulties) how the change of seasons makes him uncomfortable and the importance of staying focused on recovery during this time.

EPISODE 89 Sep 19, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about leading double lives in active addition. They discuss the level of denial they were both in when telling themselves they were successful parents, partners, and professionals while maintaining an unhealthy relationship with alcohol. Daniel shares about recently researching gummies which leads to a discussion about having addictive personalities and how it can sneak in at unexpected times.

EPISODE 88 Sep 12, 2024

Daniel tells Jenna about a recent mom & daughter gathering at his house that ended with Daniel ubering a couple friends home. They talk about "mommy wine culture" as Jenna recalls some of her play date experiences as a mom of young children. They discuss the mental energy they used to watch, calculate and plan their drinking when trying to fit in with parent functions.

EPISODE 87 Sep 05, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about their Labor Day weekends and their ability to navigate last-minute changes to plans. Jenna tells how her weekend abruptly shifted to accommodate her daughter's needs. Daniel talks about gaslighting and tells a story about a recent interaction in which he maintained a professional demeanor without being passive, apologetic, or confrontational.

EPISODE 86 Aug 29, 2024

Daniel recalls the anxiety associated with Labor Day weekend and back-to-school season as a student as well as an educator. He talks about the false promises he would repeatedly make, intending to use Labor Day as a "regroup" day when, in reality, he would continue to rationalize drinking through Monday. Daniel and Jenna discuss academic and social pressures as they relate to their children facing different adolescent phases. Jenna talks about her new-found alone time and the associated challenges with one child now in college and the other spending less and less time at home.

EPISODE 85 Aug 22, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about feelings of underlying rage and how it can sometimes be exacerbated by emotional sobriety and navigating life's conflict without alcohol. They talk about how practicing gratitude, patience, and humility are useful tools for keeping and even mood and practicing conflict resolution. They also discuss Jenna's search for a new AA meeting that meets her recovery needs and how those needs can evolve with time.

EPISODE 84 Aug 15, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about how they incorporated drinking into their lives while fulfilling their responsibilities as professionals, spouses, parents, and friends. They discuss "drunk math" and how they justified their alcoholic behaviors, even when not drinking.

EPISODE 83 Aug 08, 2024

Jenna and Daniel discuss the thought of staying sober "forever" and how that seems unattainable in early sobriety. They discuss taking sober life as it comes, one challenge at a time, while making adjustments to daily life. They also discuss how they've used community and social media as part of their sober toolbox.

EPISODE 82 Aug 01, 2024

Daniel and Jenna report back after both being on vacation for the last week. They talk about their past vacation experiences in active addiction, and discuss the relief associated with being worry-free when it comes to the negotiations and calculations.

EPISODE 81 Jul 25, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about people's true intentions when getting sober and using recovery as an "out" in certain situations. They discuss the importance of being careful to protect ones own recovery program while also trying to help someone in need.

EPISODE 80 Jul 18, 2024

Jenna and Daniel talk about committing to a quit date and the subsequent cycle of promises that we tend to make to ourselves as we justify putting it off. Daniel tells Jenna about a recent discussion with a friend in his 20's who continues to contemplate quitting, and how his social circle can be a roadblock to commitment. They discuss the varying challenges when getting sober at different stages of life.

EPISODE 79 Jul 11, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about experiencing major life events as people in recovery and how different they handle such events without alcohol. They discuss "emotional sobriety" and how intensely they can sometimes feel certain life shifts without using alcohol to cope, escape, or celebrate. Jenna talks about feeling irritable or antsy and sometimes forgetting about the added mental toll of staying sober while going through major life changes. Daniel talks about "opposite action" and challenging himself to stay on task and engaged when he's feeling unmotivated or uninspired.

EPISODE 78 Jul 04, 2024

Happy July 4th! Daniel and Jenna talk about "sitting it out" and the choice to accept a potentially boring holiday in exchange for the reward of staying sober. They discuss pressure from family, friends and spouses to match their drinking habits and just try to be "normal", which can lead to dishonesty and manipulation.

EPISODE 77 Jun 27, 2024

Jenna shares about a recent conversation with her son regarding self worth and positive self talk. Jenna and Daniel talk about the life skills they're learning in recovery and how they continue to put them into practice in everyday life. They discuss their own personal need for self-reward in recovery, whether its a simple verbalization of a job well-done, or treating themselves to a sober gift.

EPISODE 76 Jun 20, 2024

Daniel talks about recently deleting his TikTok account and what a freeing feeling it was to let go of something that was no longer serving him. Daniel and Jenna acknowledge the impact sober TikTok has had on both their sobriety and the positive experiences they have had. They also address the potential for obsessive behavior and the desire for acceptance with social media. They discuss how this decision ties into boundary setting as a necessary part of recovery.

EPISODE 75 Jun 13, 2024

Jenna tells Daniel about some recent milestones her family has experienced and expresses appreciation for her sobriety, and for being fully engaged and emotional. She addresses a brief desire to drink at her daughter's graduation celebration dinner, and Daniel talks about how that is normal, and that it is unrealistic to think you'll never have another craving. They talk about "negative permanent language" and as it applies to sobriety.

EPISODE 74 Jun 06, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about alcohol-free products that have recently become more popular including elixirs, microdose mushroom beverages, and supplements. They discuss their own personal preferences with these products and how they feel it could potentially affect their sobriety.

EPISODE 73 May 31, 2024

Daniel tells Jenna about recently losing power and adjusting his family activities for an evening. They talk about their rationalization to drink in those types of circumstances during active addiction. Jenna talks about how relieved she feels to be able to participate in relaxing activities on her own without the lure of alcohol constantly pulling at her choices. They also discuss the ability to stay awake and alert in the evenings, whether that means giving their children rides to and from activities, being productive at home, or simply relaxing.

EPISODE 72 May 23, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about "residual shame" as Daniel continues his job search and is faced with some previous acquaintances via social media. They discuss the rationale for amends and how it can sometimes be authentic and sometimes self-serving, and the importance of making that distinction before approaching someone from the past.

Episode 71 May 16, 2024

Jenna and Daniel talk about how their sobriety has affected their marriages. Having much different experiences, they share the differences and similarities of how their relationships have evolved as they have discovered their true authentic selves in sobriety.

Episode 70 May 09, 2024

Jenna talks about going to a Phillies game and how her sobriety gave her a sense of freedom versus restraint. Daniel talks about how much his recent injury continues to limit his activities and how he's handling the associated frustration. They discuss weed, CBD and THC, and talk about how some people in recovery will sometimes seek "permission" to start smoking in place of drinking.

EP 69 May 02, 2024

Daniel tells Jenna of a recent neck injury which leads to a discussion about the disruption of certain activities in his sober toolbox. They talk about the critical nature of maintaining routine and adjusting their sober activities as needed. Daniel asks the question "what is this trying to teach me" versus feeling overly frustrated or defeated. He acknowledges how different his situation would be in active addiction as they discuss boundary-setting and supporting loved ones.

Episode 68 Apr 25, 2024

Jenna and Daniel talk about navigating parental choices when their children are considering drinking. They discuss trust and respect and how that ties into their parenting styles. Daniel talks about some recent travel which leads them to recall some of their habits when it came to planning drinking during road trips.

Episode 67 Apr 18, 2024

Daniel talks about planning some upcoming travel and being careful not to overthink the plans. Jenna shares about attending the first happy hour she's been to since getting sober and acknowledges her signals to know when to leave. They discuss having acceptance of potentially missing out on some things, or not being invited to certain events, in return for maintaining their sobriety.

Episode 66 Apr 11, 2024

Jenna tells Daniel about a recent injury and the potential of needing surgery, the use of pain medication and potential cross addiction. Their discussion leads them to consider how they have evaluated their individual reasons for becoming addicts in the first place, and how that can be a grey area for some people in recovery.

Episode 65 Apr 04, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about fear mongering as a method to promote sobriety and the aggressive nature of some sober people in their promotion techniques. They discuss associated policing and judgement-based modalities, particularly when trying to figure out your "why" to stop drinking.

Episode 64 Mar 28, 2024

Jenna asks Daniel about his drunken gaming during his active addiction and Daniel explains his need for control and escape at the time as a coping mechanism. They discuss their hyper awareness of alcohol in everyday life as Daniel talks about a recent trip to HomeGoods with his daughter, which prompts Jenna to tell a story of being over friendly and over generous during her drinking days.

Episode 63 Mar 21, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about their experiences with isolation and the importance of sober community. Jenna recognizes her stubborn nature and how it affected her willingness to initially accept her need for a sober community. Daniel talks about recently attending a sober house party and an app that hosts sober events nationwide. They talk about putting in the work and researching available events to potentially connect with other people in recovery.

Episode 62 Mar 14, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about celebrating St. Patrick's Day. They recall the internal negotiations and bargaining in active addiction when it came their habits as they tried to maintain a "normal" appearance to outsiders. They talk about the shift from envy to disinterest when watching people celebrate or day drink, and the ebb and flow of these feelings in sobriety.

Episode 61 Mar 07, 2024

Daniel tells Jenna about recently going to a concert and being the only sober person there. They discuss the relief of knowing the how, what, when and where of events in sobriety versus the work of arranging, coordinating, and doing the drunk math in active addiction. They recall the dreadful feeling of blackouts and the associated anxiety.

Episode 60 Feb 29, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about the feeling of being fully engaged in activities and how freeing it is to not experience self doubt. They discuss the emotional stability and self confidence that comes with more sober time.

Episode 59 Feb 15, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about Daniel's new game idea, "Sober Bingo", and brainstorm how to play and suggest sharing wins on social media. They discuss idle time, particularly in early sobriety, and how they survive the mundane without alcohol.

Episode 58 Feb 08, 2024

Jenna and Daniel talk about Super Bowl Sunday and how they approach social situations in recovery. They discuss different techniques they've successfully used to safely participate in gatherings while maintaining their sobriety.

Episode 57 Feb 01, 2024

Daniel and Jenna reflect back to early recovery and consider things they may have done differently. They discuss the concept of the “pink cloud” and their own misconceptions of the excitement in early sobriety.

Episode 56 Jan 25, 2024

Jenna and Daniel discuss their physical health during active addition versus recovery. They talk about societal biases regarding addiction and health.

Episode 55 Jan 18, 2024

Daniel and Jenna talk about Daniel’s recent conference in Vegas and how he is able to dismiss the potentially tempting environment. They discuss their varying stages of self pity, anger and acceptance when surrounded by alcohol advertising and merchandising.

Episode 54 Jan 04, 2024

Jenna and Daniel talk about downtime and being careful about setting productivity expectations too high versus feeling bored or stagnant. They discuss journaling as a recovery and mental health tool.

Episode 53 Dec 28, 2023

Daniel and Jenna talk about the pros and cons of social media, not just as it applies to their sobriety but their self confidence in general.

Episode 52 Dec 21, 2023

Daniel and Jenna talk about the concept of self-shame particularly as it applies to “slip ups” in recovery. They discuss the balance of shaming oneself and being overly permissive with false starts.

Episode 51 Dec 14, 2023

Daniel talks about recently officiating a wedding which leads to a discussion about how such social events are handled at different stages of sobriety. Jenna & Daniel acknowledge how their sobriety ebbs and flows especially when being challenged with celebrations or social events. They recall the “3 a.m. anxiety” and discuss the stark differences between that panicked feeling vs experiencing comfort as they settle into living life sober.

Episode 50 Dec 08, 2023

Jenna and Daniel talk about Daniel’s rediscovery of AA meetings. They address some of the stigma associated with meetings and compare their own individual experiences.

Season 2 - Episode 1 Nov 30, 2023

Episode 49 (aka Season 2 Episode 1) Daniel and Jenna talk about Daniel’s recent mental health recovery program and discuss the common themes between that and addiction recovery. They compare different views on anonymity and discuss their comfort level with recognizing self-worth and yearning for more stability as they get older.

Episode 48 Sep 14, 2023

As Season 1 comes to a close, Daniel and Jenna recap some of the topics covered over the last 47 episodes as they recharge for Season 2.

Episode 47 Aug 31, 2023

As they wrap up summer, Daniel and Jenna talk about what the month of August represents to each of them. Jenna opens up about the anniversary of her father’s passing, and how the tradition of how she celebrates him has changed as a result of her sobriety. They go on to talk about the grieving process in active addiction as opposed to in recovery, and also touch on the grief associated with removing alcohol from their lives.

Episode 46 Aug 24, 2023

Jenna asks Daniel whether or not he was affected by hurricane Hillary which leads to a discussion about “hunkering down” when emergency situations occur. They talk about how, as alcoholics, they would use situations to rationalize their drinking. Jenna shares some of her personal experiences with her addiction as a COVID nurse and during the quarantine, and Daniel explains his methods to maintain his sobriety during that time.

Episode 45 Aug 17, 2023

Daniel and Jenna discuss the importance of maintaining or adjusting their recovery programs with change in routine, particularly as their kids start a new school year. They talk about how any change in daily routines can be a challenge for their sobriety, and adjusting their own modalities to fit into their daily lives is critical to their success. Jenna considers the recent changes she has experienced in her recovery program by releasing some original modalities that no longer serve her, while Daniel relates his mental health to his ability to stay sober as he introduces new and different techniques to his routine.

Episode 44 Aug 10, 2023

Daniel and Jenna welcome guest, Celeste Yvonne. Celeste is a writer and certified sober coach with over 20 years of experience as a communications professional in corporate America. Her essays on parenting, the mental load of motherhood, mommy wine culture, and sobriety resonate with mothers everywhere. Celeste tells her sober story, talks about what inspired her to start talking about recovery and start an online sober community, “Sober Mom Squad”. She discusses her upcoming book, "It's Not About the Wine” being released on September 12th.

Episode 43 Aug 03, 2023

Jenna and Daniel address a common question about how they will react if and when their children start to drink. With children of varying ages, they talk about their own realities with having honest conversations and their shared desire for their kids to have “normal” experiences. They discuss the importance of being honest with their children about their past struggles with addiction.

Episode 42 Jul 27, 2023

FAQs Part 2: Daniel and Jenna address the topic of utilizing medication in recovery. They discuss their own personal experiences with or without meds in addition to other substances, like nicotine and caffeine. They emphasize the relative nature of using medication and stress the importance of having an honest conversation with a medical professional. The second topic on this episode is about losing friendships in the process of getting sober. Daniel and Jenna compare experiences and consider how friendships aren’t necessarily lost but can tend to shift while practicing self preservation in recovery.

Episode 41 Jul 20, 2023

FAQ’s Part One: Daniel and Jenna address the most frequently asked questions/comments on TikTok including: How do I start? What was your last straw? I want to go to a meeting but I’m scared. When will I stop thinking about drinking? How do I set boundaries? How do I tell people I’m getting sober?

Episode 40 Jul 13, 2023

Jenna and Daniel discuss agitation, irritability and rage specifically as it applies to early sobriety, and how alcohol muted those feelings, in addition to feelings of happiness and joy, in active addiction. They address the expectation for everything to feel better immediately after getting sober when in reality it takes time to adjust to the influx of genuine and authentic feelings and emotions. They talk about strategies to combat newly sober irritability, and how in their active addiction they thought those strategies sounded ridiculous until they started to put them into practice.

Episode 39 Jul 07, 2023

Daniel asks Jenna about her progress with finding new hobbies and they explore the differences for Jenna this summer versus her first sober summer of 2022. They talk about how they continue to notice alcohol in shows and movies and how it can be a reflection of their own vulnerabilities. They also discuss the availability and social acceptance of alcohol and how that affects getting sober from alcohol versus other drugs.

Episode 38 Jun 29, 2023

Jenna and Daniel start by talking about road trips which leads to a discussion about Daniel attending a conference out of town and how those circumstances wouldn’t be an option if he was still drinking. They discuss how their sobriety has been a catalyst for opportunities they would have had otherwise. Daniel opens up about a recent triggering experience that made him crave a drink and how he overcame that hurdle. They talk about the power of vulnerability by sharing difficult personal experiences.

Episode 37 Jun 22, 2023

Daniel and Jenna talk about boredom, particularly in early sobriety. They also discuss the concept of perfection and different approaches to living sober, including how people in recovery can feel judged if they’re not reaching that perfection. They compare their individual experiences and challenges with year one versus year two and Daniel gives Jenna tips on battling boredom.

Episode 36 Jun 15, 2023

Daniel talks about a recent visit to Disneyland, which prompted a conversation between him and his wife about his process of sneaking alcohol in certain settings during his active addiction. Jenna and Daniel compare their differing reactions to being questioned about drinking, and acknowledge the fact that their loved ones didn’t realize the depth of their addiction. They also discuss different experiences they’ve had with their spouses while drinking and since getting sober.

Episode 35 Jun 08, 2023

Daniel and Jenna talk about participating in daily activities in active addiction versus in sobriety. They consider the challenge of being present and communicating with their kids about drinking without instilling too much fear.

Episode 34 Jun 01, 2023

Episode 33 May 25, 2023

Daniel and Jenna poke fun at themselves and how they differ in addressing negative or confrontational followers. They talk about how certain personality characteristics still exist in sobriety, and how some qualities were muted or magnified in active addiction.

Episode 32 May 18, 2023

Jenna and Daniel compare methods to squash cravings in early sobriety as well as in maintenance mode. They talk about doing what works regardless of how ridiculous it may seem, and blocking out nay-sayers who seem to find a problem to every solution.

Episode 31 May 11, 2023

Daniel and Jenna talk about the upcoming season of weddings, graduations, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day, and how spring and summer offer countless opportunities to justify drinking. They address their inability to moderate and how at times they envy those who can. They also discuss how some of their friends who can moderate choose to drink less as they get older.

Episode 30 May 04, 2023

Jenna and Daniel talk about the business of recovery and their individual experiences with requests for support or appearances. They discuss the importance of utilizing different resources in recovery and not depending on one sole source for support, especially as our recovery needs evolve. They express the frustration that comes from being asked “now what” on social media and how recovery is a life-long journey of work and discovery with no easy answers.

Episode 29 Apr 27, 2023

Daniel and Jenna discuss their perspectives on certain activities as Jenna commits to an all-girls 50th birthday weekend and Daniel plans a sober camping trip. They talk about how their current outlooks and expectations with these types of trips have shifted as compared to how they felt in early sobriety. They consider social anxiety and the realization of being an introvert once they settled (and are settling) into sober life, and Jenna talks about her struggle committing to sober hobbies.

Episode 28 Apr 20, 2023

Daniel and Jenna talk about their experiences with weddings as Daniel prepares to officiate a ceremony for a former student. Daniel considers being reunited with people whom he hasn’t seen since his active addiction, and the potential of it being a redemptive experience

Episode 27 Apr 13, 2023

Jenna and Daniel discuss how their obstinance and unwillingness to accept their addiction delayed their recovery process. Jenna talks about feeling resentment and animosity towards her husband with his attempts to convince her to change. They consider their experiences with encouraging healthy lifestyle choices post-sobriety, and how that can sometimes echo the advice they were given in active addiction.

Episode 26 Apr 06, 2023

Jenna and Daniel talk about their experiences with spring break which leads to a discussion about the challenges of sober travel. They consider sober travel and accepting that certain types of trips are no longer and option in sobriety. Daniel recalls a story about being hung over on Easter and how his wife didn’t allow a pass for his behaviors the night before. They discuss using alcohol as a hangover cure and the inevitable misery they would feel as a result.

Episode 25 Mar 30, 2023

Daniel and Jenna talk about long-standing anxiety and depression, and how drinking is sometimes used to battle overwhelming feelings when in reality it exacerbates them. They discuss coping mechanisms and methods used to battle anxiety and depression in sobriety.

Episode 24 Mar 23, 2023

Jenna and Daniel discuss the process of amends and their individual approaches to expressing an apology for regretted behaviors. They analyze the motivation for making amends and consider the potential self-serving nature of doing so.

Episode 23 Mar 16, 2023

Daniel and Jenna talk about celebrating St. Patrick’s Day as well as other upcoming dates on the calendar that give occasion to drink. They talk about the pressure of giving up on sobriety on these days and how it can be an opportunity to prove your drunk voice wrong. They discuss their different approaches to being social, sitting it out, battling boredom, and future tripping.

Episode 22 Mar 09, 2023

Daniel and Jenna welcome their first guest, Laura McKowen. Laura is the author of a bestselling memoir and founder of “The Luckiest Club”, a global sobriety support community. Laura tells her sober story, talks about what inspired her to start writing about recovery and start an online sober community, and discusses the main theme of her upcoming book “Push Off From Here” being released on March 7th.

Episode 21 Mar 02, 2023

Jenna and Daniel recall the extreme measures they went through during active addiction and believing their own lies, specifically as it applies to what they would tell their families to maintain a buzz. They remember specific scenarios where behaviors that they thought were “normal” ended up with embarrassing outcomes.

Episode 20 Feb 23, 2023

Daniel and Jenna discuss their different approaches to confrontational people, specifically the practice of “tough love” and maintaining appropriate boundaries as it applies to social media as well as every day life. They talk about the “fix me” mindset and how some followers set certain expectations and get angry when those expectations aren’t met. They discuss how that mindset can also apply to addicts and their relationships with loved ones.

Episode 19 Feb 16, 2023

Jenna and Daniel talk about their experiences with drunk sleep, early sobriety sleep, and genuinely good sober sleep. They discuss their prospective sleep enhancement practices, including meditation and breathing exercises, and discuss the slippery slope associated with utilizing sleep aids. They acknowledge how everyone’s path is different and that any particular method may work for some and not others. Jenna recalls the inevitable anxiety she experienced while trying to sleep in early sobriety, and they talk about how everyone’s timeline with finally experiencing good sober sleep varies.

Episode 18 Feb 09, 2023

Jenna and Daniel discuss the societal designation of certain days of the week as acceptable drinking days, and how that ties in to rationalizations as alcoholics. They talk about recognizing wins and celebrating sober accomplishments, and how that contrasts with settling in to normalizing sober life.

Episode 17 Feb 02, 2023

Daniel talks about an unexpected struggle on a recent to trip to Las Vegas. Jenna and Daniel consider the power of our subconscious which prompts a discussion about “drunk dreams” and blackouts.

Episode 16 Jan 26, 2023

Jenna and Daniel discuss the stereotypes and stigma associated with alcoholism and their differing beginnings with active addiction. They consider the relative nature of having a “drinking problem” and the subjectivity of identifying as an alcoholic. Daniel explains his “staircase” analogy and how it applies to slips while getting sober. They talk about the concept of “Dry January” and how it is perceived differently by various types of drinkers.

Episode 15 Jan 19, 2023

Daniel recalls a recent experience with car sickness which prompts a conversation about the frequency of certain physical side effects of being drunk or hung over. They address the unfortunate reality of drinking during every day duties like parenting and driving, and how their own well-being was always their lost priority in active addiction. Jenna tells a story of how her mother unwittingly enabled her to nurse a hangover before hosting a party, and they discuss their inability to relate to people who have healthy relationships with alcohol.

Episode 14 Jan 12, 2023

Jenna and Daniel compare experiences with ‘dry January’ and Daniel shares how his final dry January is now his sober date. Jenna talks about how the sober seed was planted well before she took her recovery seriously. They talk about the lies they told themselves in active addiction.

Episode 13 Jan 05, 2023

Daniel and Jenna consider the concept of ‘rock bottom’ and its subjective nature. They talk about the juxtaposition of societal labels and how that applies to traditional sobriety programs. They also compare how their spouses were affected by their sobriety.

Episode 12 Dec 29, 2022

Jenna and Daniel discuss memory loss as a result of drinking, and the shift associated with certain activities in sobriety versus while drinking. They talk about being thick skinned and consider people’s motivation when they are hyper critical, particularly as it applies to the work and to social media.

Episode 11 Dec 22, 2022

Daniel and Jenna talk about how friendships evolve as a result of one’s sobriety and how connecting with fellow alcoholics is a critical piece of recovery. They discuss experiences with grief and loss pre- and post-sobriety and consider the potential challenge associated with maintaining sobriety during unexpected life changes.

Episode 10 Dec 15, 2022

Jenna and Daniel discuss different life and family circumstances and how they can affect the level of support, or lack thereof, as it applies to sobriety. They also talk about their own experiences with saying “no” to social events, particularly in early sobriety, and the importance of sober community.

Episode 9 Dec 08, 2022

Daniel and Jenna talk about feeling triggered and compare their quick fix methods as compared to techniques for longer term management. They talk about the reality of living life sober and the personal commitment required for success.

Episode 8 Dec 01, 2022

Daniel and Jenna talk about “toxic positivity” as it pertains to sobriety, the differences in their morning routines, and the critical nature of being selfish when it comes to maintaining sobriety. They discuss the importance of exploring different recovery modalities and formulating the appropriate individualized plan. The fear and reality of relapse is also explored.

Episode 7 Nov 24, 2022

As they compare their experiences with Thanksgiving as alcoholics, Daniel and Jenna explore the idea of acceptance as it pertains to their memories, and address how traditions evolve in sobriety. They discuss the suffering associated with early sobriety, how critical it is to persevere, and how everyones “origin story” is different.

Episode 6 Nov 17, 2022

Daniel and Jenna talk about the change of seasons and how it challenges their sobriety, and that it’s ok to value certain memories associated with having drinks. They address that “first sip feeling” and the work it takes to explore alternatives with a new recovery mindset.

Episode 5 Nov 10, 2022

Daniel and Jenna talk about “drunk math” and negotiating with themselves in active addiction. Daniel talks about how often being an alcoholic in recovery comes up in conversation in social settings.

Episode 4 Nov 03, 2022

Daniel and Jenna compare their experiences with social media and how they handle the pressure to share about their personal lives and to give followers what they want. Jenna talks about having the confidence to talk about her recovery while at work as a bedside nurse.

Episode 3 Oct 27, 2022

Daniel and Jenna address lifestyle changes at different stages of sobriety and the difficult decision to set certain difficult but necessary boundaries. Jenna tells her story of being a late bloomer and how her reliance on alcohol escalated into addiction.

Episode 2 Oct 20, 2022

Daniel and Jenna discuss the importance of developing their own custom road to recovery and Daniel dives into his personal recovery story. They go on to discuss the common fear associated with coming out as an alcoholic to friends, family and coworkers.

Episode 1 Oct 20, 2022

In Episode 1, Daniel and Jenna talk about how TikTok sparked their friendship, their individual experiences with contemplating sobriety and “pre-quitting”, and how therapy has played a part in their recovery.

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