The Sober Spartan

In this episode of the Sober Spartan podcast, I sit down with Cory Ossum, an entertainer and coach with a powerful story of overcoming addiction. Cory shares his journey from living a wild, party-fueled lifestyle to finding sobriety and reclaiming his life. We dive deep into the challenges he faced while battling addiction, the pivotal moment that led him to finally break free, and the lessons he&...

In this solo episode, I discuss the Sober Spartan group, a community for men who are striving to achieve lasting sobriety. I emphasize that sobriety is a journey of personal development, and this group provides a platform for individuals at different stages of their sobriety to share their experiences and support each other. I also highlight the importance of accountability and offer various resou...

In this episode of the Sober Spartan podcast, I sit down with Corey Bayer, founder of Titan Outsourcing, a virtual assistant staffing company. Corey opens up about his personal battle with addiction and how he successfully transformed his life. We delve into the advantages of hiring virtual assistants and explore the wide range of tasks that can be efficiently outsourced. Corey highlights the crit...

In this episode, Benjamin Terrell shares his inspiring journey to sobriety, detailing the profound changes he made in his life. He opens up about his past routines and habits, including using substances like NyQuil and alcohol to cope with emotions, and discusses how living in a cold climate affected his mental health. Benjamin recounts the turning point that compelled him to pursue sobriety and t...

In this episode of the Sober Spartan Podcast, I have a fascinating conversation with Philip Sessions about personal development and time management. Philip shares his unique perspective on choosing not to drink and the respect that decision garners. We delve into the significance of self-development and the importance of taking action on what you learn. Philip highlights the need to focus on areas...

In this episode, Kris Nicholls, my brother, shares his personal journey with alcoholism and the struggles he faced with relapse. He views relapse as a learning experience rather than a failure and discusses the chaotic life he led before getting sober, highlighting the negative impact it had on his relationships and self-perception. Kris stresses the importance of understanding the reasons behind...

In this episode of The Sober Spartan, Chase opens up about his battle with alcoholism and the profound impact that becoming a father has had on his path to sobriety. He candidly shares his life before getting sober, a time dominated by drinking and partying. Chase also discusses a recent relapse, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and staying occupied to maintain sobriety. Together with...

In this episode, I share my journey of getting sober. I discuss how the decision was a gradual one, influenced by the compounding effects of negative experiences caused by my drinking and drug use. I reflect on how, initially, I didn't even consider not drinking because it was socially acceptable and everyone around me drank. I also talk about how alcohol initially helped me overcome social aw...

Summary In this episode, I discuss the importance of nutrition and diet in sobriety. I share his personal journey of trying different diets and finding what works for me. I emphasize the need for individual experimentation and research regarding diet. I recommend eliminating processed junk food, limiting sugar intake, and avoiding seed or vegetable oils. I also mention the launch of a sobriety gro...

In this episode, I discuss the importance of adding a physical fitness routine into your daily life when on the road to sobriety. I share my experience of being into physical fitness since childhood and how it helped me during my sobriety journey. I emphasize the need to build the habit of showing up and starting small, even if it means just putting your shoes by the door. I also highlight the ben...

In this episode, I discuss the importance of having a morning and evening routine to support sobriety. Let's explore the incredible benefits of a well-structured routine. It's about reducing stress, improving mood, and eliminating unnecessary friction in your day. I share my morning routine as an example, including waking up and going for a walk, exercising, planning the day, reviewing goa...

In this episode, I share six powerful tips to manage alcohol cravings. I start by introducing a journaling exercise to help you identify your triggers and cravings. Then, I discuss the importance of changing routines and habits to make better decisions. I'll provide examples of the information to write down in your journal, including the time and place, trigger, emotional state, intensity of c...

In this episode, I discuss the Power List, made popular by Andy Frisella, and building a sobriety-support system. The Power List lists tasks help build habits and reach goals. I share examples of powerful tasks for sobriety and emphasize the importance of consistency and discipline. I also provide tips for building a Power List, such as using a physical notebook and reflecting on daily wins and lo...

In this episode, I discuss the importance of understanding your "why" and setting SMART goals in the sobriety journey. I emphasize the need to have a clear motivation and purpose for getting sober, sharing my own experience of multiple attempts before achieving sobriety. I introduce the SMART goals framework, which stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. I...

In this episode, I reflect on my life while I was drinking compared to my life now that I am sober. I discuss how I used to constantly think about the weekend and partying, always waiting for the next opportunity to get drunk. I would spend hundreds of dollars on alcohol and drugs, engage in risky behavior, and wake up with regrets and apologies. In my sober life, I have built healthy habits and r...

I do something a little different in this episode since it is Mother's Day. I share a bit of my personal story and my mom's impact on my life. I talk about being a shithead while growing up, which led my mother to kick me out of the house, which ended up being the best thing for me at that point in my life. I am super grateful for my mother and have a lot of respect for what mothers do for...

In this episode, I share four crucial insights I wish I had known when I began my sobriety journey. First, I delve into the importance of the environment in maintaining sobriety. I encourage you to assess the influence of your social circle and frequent environments. Next, I discuss the necessity of creating a new identity that aligns with your decision to stop drinking. I talk about embodying the...

In this episode of The Sober Spartan Podcast, Andrew discusses the R.I.S.E Core values, what they are, and how they have helped him in his life. They are a framework for living as the person you want to be. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewnichollsofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/thesoberspartan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andrew.nicholls.9889 Email: andrew@anichollscoaching.c...

In this episode, Andrew Nicholls shares his personal journey of overcoming alcoholism and addiction. He discusses his initial resistance to getting sober and his misconceptions about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Andrew highlights the importance of hitting rock bottom and the different experiences individuals have with their own rock bottoms. He also talks about the challenges of socializing and find...