The Weekend Sober

Catherine and Kim discuss the changes that come with the end of the school year. This transition can be hard for some families. It can especially be difficult for sober moms and dads. Please tune in for our final episode of the season and learn some tips on how to handle this time of year. 

Kim and Catherine discuss how friendships shift and change in early sobriety. It can especially be a shock to your entire group of friends at the beginning, and it is never easy to navigate. Tune in for some tips and tools!  References: Yung Pueblo: https://yungpueblo.com

Kim talks to one of her best friends from Colby College, Jen Crocker. Jen and Kim have known each other for over twenty years and have experienced a lot together. They now live only five minutes apart and see each other all the time. Tune in to hear them reminisce and discuss how their friendship has evolved over the years as well as how alcohol played a role. Jen has been there for Kim through it...

Catherine and Kim welcome Ellen Elizabeth from Colorado Springs. In a heartfelt and candid interview, she shares her story of addiction as well as her intertwined struggle to conceive. She is a true warrior!  Check out her website: https://www.itsellenelizabeth.com/about  And her instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsellenelizabeth/

Kim and Catherine give a glimpse into what it is like at a party on a Saturday night sober. They report from the front lines last weekend from one of their friend's 40th birthday parties. Today, they reflect and discuss their tips and tricks for surviving a night out without alcohol. They talk about how to have fun, face social anxieties and feel confident in themselves. How do you survive the wee...

Catherine and Kim discuss how their anxieties and worries have changed since getting sober. Both the ladies have dealt with social anxiety over the years, but they talk about some of their more tangible fears that have changed since they have begun to confront their feelings more in sobriety. They discuss the ways they manage their anxiety and the things they do to stay mindful and present. 

Catherine is on her own this week and reflects on how things have been going for her these days. Things aren't always perfect and easy when you are sober, and she discusses the bad days and how she manages them without alcohol. 

Kim has an impromptu, unscripted chat with her three children about what they know about alcohol. It is never too early to begin the discussion. Hear what Kim's kids: Brayden (11), Chase, (9) and Parker (7) each had to say about the topic. Having an honest and open dialogue with your kids is a healthy habit to create early on in their lives. References:  https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications...

Kim shares about when her husband confronted her about her drinking. She discusses the vicious cycle of trying to moderate in order to keep her husband happy for so many years. They had so many of these painful conversations over and over again, which slowly broke Kim down. Tune in to hear about how Kim handled this and how it affected her marriage.

Kim and Catherine talk to Blair Sharp about her alcohol-free journey. Blair shares her story with getting sober 4 years ago. The ladies discuss friendships, parenting and the life of an introvert.  Blair lives in Minnesota. She is a mom, a psychometrist and a freelance writer. She can be found on instagram: @sobrietyactivist or her website: www.blairsharp.com. She has been featured in a numbe...

Catherine and Kim debrief a bit on Jeremy's interview from last week and how Kim's decision to stop drinking felt eerily similar to Jeremy's light bulb moment. Everyone's experiences are drastically different though. They talk about how some people have big moments and others slowly eliminate alcohol from their lives. The ladies also discuss imposter syndrome and shame. They share how their own an...

Catherine and Kim talk to Jeremy Harder from Big Sky, Montana. They explore what it is like getting sober in a place where drinking is part of the everyday culture. Jeremy paints a vivid and heartfelt portrayal of his journey to sobriety. 

The ladies interview each other and ask some tough questions as they reflect upon the last four months of their podcast. Kim and Catherine discuss compassion, self-care, friendships, boundaries and the way they see themselves today.

Kim and Evan chat about their trip last week and getting stuck for an extra 5 days down south due to the weather. They discuss how their travels are different now that Kim doesn't drink. Also, tune in to hear what Evan thought after reading This Naked Mind. https://www.amazon.com/This-Naked-Mind-Discover-Happiness-ebook/dp/B077VTJC8P

Interview: Francy Wade shares her incredible insight with Catherine and Kim in a special interview. Francy is a wonderful friend and talks with the ladies about how far she has come within her five year of not drinking. How does she identify? Sober? Alcohol free?  Tune in as the ladies discuss many topics: parenting, socializing without alcohol, Sex and the City, teenagers and much more.

Kim and Catherine welcome guest Amy C. Willis. She is a sobriety mindset coach from Toronto, Canada. We discuss how Big Alcohol impacts us on a daily basis. We talk about normative alcohol culture, the mommy wine lifestyle and how to apply a more mindful approach to our everyday lives. Amy’s article on Normative Alcohol Culture https://www.holandwell.com/post/normative-alcohol-culture The 5 S...

Kim and Catherine welcome guest, Mike Margolis. Mike is from Needham and grew up in this town. He recently celebrated one year of sobriety. Mike realized during the pandemic that he was turning to alcohol more than not. Listen to find out how he finally decided to stop the destructive cycle and choose a new, healthier path.  References: This Naked Mind by Annie Grace: https://thisnakedmi...

Catherine interviews her husband, Ted. In this one on one chat, they discuss the changes in their lives since she stopped drinking. These two have known each other since they were little kids in middle school. They talk about how their lives have evolved over the last year. Tune in for an honest and loving conversation!

Catherine and Kim reflect on their conversations with their children from last week. They talk about why they have such an open dialogue with their  families and the importance of being vulnerable for their kids. Make sure you listen to last weeks episode too! References: http://wecandohardthingspodcast.com

In this episode we hear from the KIDS! Kim interviews her three children: Brayden, Chase and Parker; and Catherine interviews her two children: Audrey and Johnny. Together, they discuss what sobriety means to their families. Listen as Kim and Catherine have open and honest discussions about how their sobriety has personally impacted their kids.

Catherine and Kim catch up and get real about how even sober life isn't always easy. Parenting and the daily grind feels difficult, and this long, snowy weekend didn't help. Do they sometimes still feel like drinking? Listen to hear what they have to say. References: This Naked Mind: https://thisnakedmind.com/annie-grace/ https://curiouselixirs.com

The ladies discuss the popular health campaign 'Dry January.' Kim talks about her one failed attempt at doing this years ago, and Catherine expands upon her feelings towards New Year's resolutions in general. They also share their own personal intentions for 2022.

The Weekend Sober ladies discuss socializing for the first time without alcohol. Catherine and Kim talk about some of their experiences in the beginning, going out into the world sober. What was it like for them to face their friends and go to some of their favorite places where they used to drink? Join them as they rehash some of their feelings on socializing sober.

Catherine and Kim discuss the initial steps they took when they stopped drinking alcohol. They also talk about breaking the cycle of relying on that 5:00 daily drink. They share ideas on ways to help you get organized with your plan to get sober. Remember if you are looking to quit - consult your doctor first! Email us: theweekendsober@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @theweekendsoberpodcast Re...

Catherine takes a week off and Kim interviews her husband Evan to get his perspective on things. He shares his experience helping her through sobriety as well as how his life has changed as a partner of someone who quit drinking. He talks about how he has supported Kim and gives some tips for along the way.  Facts: https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/understanding...