Sober Awkward

In this weeks retrospective episode we take to the Oxford English Dictionary to better unpack some of the language of sobriety and how you can use it to your advnantage.You can listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/6aAyrfpSLLEGnOoE8rtcvw?si=44dc84be101e481e Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A poem about sobriety. Sober Awkward is here to support you on what can be the most stressful day in the sober calendar. An elf is on hand to cheer you up and cheer you on. So, take a 5 minute break from cooking, eating and Uncle Steve's story about the time he met Cliff Richard, find a cosy spot and stick your headphones on.Merry Christmas Everyone!Show Notes www.soberawkward.comJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #1000sundays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The day is nearly upon us! For some of you it will be the most rewarding day of your sober calendar - for others it is the most challenging.Either way, in this episode we will share our best and worst Christmas experience and share some of our best tips on how to not only survive but thrive during a sober Christmas.Jam packed with lots of helpful tools shared by the listeners too.We have a little surprise Christmas Day gift being released tomorrow but otherwise this is our final episode of 2023 but we will be back with you on New Years Day. So both from both of us Merry Christmas and thank you for listening this year!Show NotesThis episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.comNew year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price! Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.Buy Vic's book - https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.htmlwww.cuppa.communityJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #1000sundays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy try and help (bless them!). Their Christmases used to be wild - now they sound plain weird!Here are some of their suggestions for anyone taking on their first sober Christmas.You can listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2soz958NqqtXfMh9MF66UK?si=219fe5cd2b004530 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The sun is out, (or if it's snowing where you are) the change of season seems to be a good excuse to get pissed. The sky is blue, there's not a cloud to spoil the view and it boozy....Don't worry, Vic and Hamish haven't caved in to a coldie quite yet, but there is a whiff in the air, and it smells like someones got a stubby and a sausage sizzle on the go. Yes it's that time of year here down under - Summer.Could the very triggery months ahead break your sober snap?Let's face it when summer comes, so does alcohol. It rains down at every outdoor gig, pub garden and picnic. For sober people, going onto Summer can feel really scary, its like coming out of hibernation and having to confront your fears face on. The pressure to drink, fit in and enjoy the weather are never higher. So, what do you do... keep hiding? or grab a sunhat, an af drink and join in?Vic and Hamish are here to tell you to about their Summers as boozers and share what it's like now, no longer getting hammered in a heatwave.Show NotesThis episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.comNew year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price! Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.Buy Vic's book - https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.htmlwww.cuppa.communityJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #1000sundays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective episode Vic and Lucy look back at some of their thought processes prior to making the decision to reach out for help. Feeling unworthy of help is something that a lot of drinkers sadly live with which can delay making the call to go sober.You can listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZnBMaPWc4rLPY7muZDrjq?si=4fb4cd4260b34b13 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The secret is finally out of the bag!Lee Mack kindly agreed to this interview back in June and we have been practically bursting with excitement to tell you all!That excitement did slightly spill over and we got the name of both his podcast and TV show wrong in the recording of this podcast! Awkward by name, awkward by nature...For those of you living in the UK, you will already be familiar with Lee's work as he has been gracing your TV screens and theatres with his comedy since the mid 90s.For those of you who unfamiliar with his work, as well as being sober, Lee is simply one of the most celebrated and recognisable comics in the UK.From writing and starring in Not Going Out - the longest-running sitcom on air in the UK, to being a team captain on Would I Lie to You? since 2007.As if his writing, comedy and acting weren't enough - Lee also co-hosts the wonderful and hilarious I Can't Believe It's Not Buddha podcast.Perhaps most importantly, for the sake of our podcast, Lee's frankness and simplicity in talking about his sobriety was one of the first things that got through to Hame when he was drinking.We have no doubt that it will have the same impact on some of you. Whether you are still drinking and thinking of giving sobriety a try or are sober and looking for inspiration to carry on!We hope you enjoy this one and much as we both did!Show NotesThis episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.comNew year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price! Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.Buy Vic's book - https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9780645757941.htmlwww.cuppa.communityJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #1000sundays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about triggers, why we get them and how they feel out of our control.You can listen to the full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/07zjbMxfdHdrqvwsw6LTzE?si=f0167123a45f493b Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have spent many an episode looking into WHY we over drank in the first place.We have also discussed at length WHAT tools might help you get and stay sober.But in today's episode we want to teach you exactly HOW you should approach giving up booze.(Basically...Hame read a book and he is pretty proud of himself!)In all seriousness it is an absolute gem that was full of so many 'Ah-ha!' moments that he wanted to share what he learnt!The book is Atomic Habits by James Clear and it offers a fascinating insight into the mechanics behind good and bad habits.Vic and Hame share what habits they have found easy or hard to keep throughout their lives and talk about their different approaches to giving up their ultimate bad habit (barring perhaps Lindt balls) of drinking alcohol.We hope you enjoy this episode in which, just by reading one book, they both somehow come acros far smarter than either of them ever will be!RESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by https://sarahrusbatch.comNew year? New you! Whether you’re sober curious and looking to take your first break or already a few months in, Sarah’s program is perfect and because she’s such a huge fan of the podcast, she has a special deal for everyone who joins her challenge from listening to this – use the code AWKWARD for a huge $159 off the full price! Head to www.sarahrusbatch.com to grab your place! The challenge starts on the 8th of Jan and you can sign up any time using this code before the 5th.www.cuppa.communityJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about the trauma that is left over from years of over doing it.You can listen to the full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/07zjbMxfdHdrqvwsw6LTzE?si=6fd78f39644147ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trigger Warning - In todays episode we mention Domestic Violence.In this emotional episode of Sober Awkward Vic and Hamish talk in detail about long term repercussions form short term lifestyles. Vic tells Hamish about a very toxic relationship she found herself in many years ago, how her drinking made her vulnerable to being mistreated and how she used booze to numb out the fact her relationship wasn’t working. Would his situation have happened if alcohol was out of the picture?So, aside from the regretful one-night stands, sloppy snogs in alleyways and whirlwind romances – What happens when you stay with someone when booze is the only thing you have in common? Is it ever a good idea to start a relationship when pissed?And what are the red flags to look out for?Find out why being sober is always the best way to enter a new relationship and why being sober means your love could last a lifetime, in this inspiring and hard-hitting episode.RESOURCESIf you are experiencing domestic violence please reach out for support today.1800RESPECT(1800 737 732)The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.24 hours, 7 days a week.www.1800respect.org.auLifeline(13 11 14)A national number which can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your state.24 hours, 7 days a week.www.lifeline.org.auwww.cuppa.communityThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.auJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we have a chat with William Porter about how alcohol effects your sleep.You can listen to the full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6sNNmi3G4YMhukmfXW7A9C?si=d69425b7de99443a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a big 24 hours for the Sober Awkward crew! So, we wanted to jump on and tell you all about what happened last night.....We travelled to Sydney after being nominated for best well-being podcast in the Australian Podcast Awards. We didn't get to do a speech or anything quite so glam, but wanted to give you the news in a quick live episode. A huge thanks to everyone that has given us words of support today. It's you lovely lot that keep this podcast going and you that helps others understand their relationship with booze. But, admittedly it was great to get a pat on the back for all our hard work. We are both on a fizzy drink come down... so be prepared from some inane waffle! Sending you all an awkwardly long hug.Who said sober was boring????? Eh????? RESOURCESwww.cuppa.communityJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #1000sundays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following on from last week's episode on drinking culture amongst workforces, we wanted to focus on one of the most problematic of them all - the Armed Forces.Sadly, we are all too aware of the number of ex-vets who struggle with alcohol and drug addictions upon leaving the Army.However, given neither Hame nor Vic know barely anything about this subject - they have had to call in the big guns!Two fascinating women with real first hand experiences of this problem.The first is Helen Bennett who watched her brother Matt struggle with alcoholism for years following a challenging time as a Royal Marine in his early 20s.And Pam Diamond, an addiction nurse specialist with the Royal Marines Charity with over 30 years of experience.This episode is not necessarily a funny one - but it is an important one.We are hugely grateful to both Helen and Pam for sharing their stories with us.SHOW NOTESKae Tempest Tiny Desk Performance:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqd86is7y54Royal Marines Charity: https://rma-trmc.orgCombat Stress: https://combatstress.org.ukRESOURCESwww.cuppa.communityThis episode is proudly sponsored by Choose Sunrise- 101 Days to Sober or your money back. www.choosesunrise.co.ukJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk to William Porter about the drinking fantasy.You can listen to the full episode here -https://open.spotify.com/episode/6sNNmi3G4YMhukmfXW7A9C?si=409f7ee2514a4b80 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether its the job interviews conducted in a pub to ‘really get to know you’, the Friday after work drinks, the boozy business lunches, the work conferences away or Christmas Parties - your workplace probably has some kind of a drinking culture.Hame and Vic are quite honest about the fact they have not had the most conventional careers. Hame got felt up when he was dressed up as a shoe and Vic used to work a job fixing fridges (who knew?!). But even they have been affected by work stress and drinking habits.If you are sober - this can make for some very awkward situations... where you feel excluded from 'the group'. And if you're still drinking and are considering giving up, your job can be one of the biggest stumbling blocks.So how can you navigate the workplace whilst maintaining your sobriety?!Bugger if we know, but we give it our best shot in this episode!RESOURCESwww.cuppa.communityThis episode is proudly sponsored by @choose_sunrise - 101 Days to Sober or your money back. www.choosesunrise.co.ukJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about why sleeping around and acting out will only make you drink more.You can listen to the full episode here.https://open.spotify.com/episode/0sJdIzsqLd6Er6uhQ33W3M?si=09ac3f68847a4be6 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vic and Hamish have both lived abroad. One thing they noticed was that no matter the country, expat communities have an odd booze philosophy - drink as much as you can, as often as possible.It’s not shock to find out that separation from friends and family, loneliness, and the need to fit in to this new environment could lead to a bit of over doing it. Expat life disrupts your usual routines and makes you feel like you're on an endless holiday..... but could it be a slippery slope towards addiction?So, today Vic and Hamish look back at some very messy times living in boozy expat communities and question if they went away to discover the world and further their 'careers'.... or to hide the fact that they were both over drinking?RESOURCESJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about all the crazy risks we took as binge drinkers.You can listen to the full episode here. - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0sJdIzsqLd6Er6uhQ33W3M?si=8a94303aca18463d Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Sober Awkward (the hilarious, good looking and extremely wise...) Vic and Hamish discover why having someone to share your teabags with could solidify your sobriety and how building your own sober community could stop you reaching in the fridge for that 6 pack of Red Stripe!They will give you a step by step guided walk through their free sober social platform www.cuppa.community and give you a few tips, tricks (and warnings) on how to create a successful sober meet up.So, put the kettle on, get you’re best mug from the cupboard, find those favourite cosy tracksuit bottoms - the ones with the holes in that smell of damp dog, settle in….. and find out why Cuppa – the sober awkward community – will be a buddy when all yours have gone down the Nags head for a pint.Remember - If you can build a tribe of like-minded people, you never have to be alone again.Oh, and be warned - if you use the term 'Fam Bam' you're in trouble.Enjoy!SHOW NOTESSober Awkward is proudly sponsored byAbout Choose Sunrise - https://choosesunrise.co.ukChoose Sunrise is founded on the belief that nobody should feel afraid to ask for help with alcohol use. After finding myself trapped in a cycle of trying (and failing) to moderate, blaming myself and being utterly terrified of asking for help, I finally found freedom from the alcohol trap in 2020. I haven’t looked back. I now work with private clients and with businesses, supporting grey area drinkers to find the help that they deserve and need. As well as our flagship 101 Days to Sober online course, we have developed the Alcohol Safe Workplace® accreditation which encourages businesses to be much more proactive about educating and supporting their employees who run into difficulties with addiction as well as creating sober inclusive spaces, where everyone belongs, whatever they choose to drink. I’m also setting up a Sober Business Network, connecting like-minded sober entrepreneurs who want to collaborate and grow our businesses together…without the booze!Find out more at https://choosesunrise.co.ukRESOURCESwww.cuppa.communityJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about how sobriety can make you more conscious of you self worth and your environment.You can listen to the full episode here. https://open.spotify.com/episode/077DdyXuztm66LfU9ggy7E?si=fd10b3cd162145f0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This month's guest episode is an absolute beauty!Ziggy Alberts is one of the most exciting independent artists in the Australian music industry....AND he is sober!Some would say he is the perfect Sober Awkward guest.Ziggy's music reaches the ears of over 1.6 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone.He has already won numerous accolades such as an APRA for 'Letting Go' and a host of ARIA platinum and gold certifications.We caught up with Ziggy just after he returned from a world tour and a week before he set off for his next tour around Australia and New Zealand!Grab yourselves a ticket to that one here at www.ziggyalberts.comOver the course of this conversation we discussed:The role that loneliness played in Ziggy first experimeting with sobriety.How much easier it is to give up alcohol before you develop a problem.The power of a positive no.Giving up indefinitely vs giving up foreverAsking yourself the question of whether you are using drink to unwind or unravel?The importance of developing an impartial relationship with alcoholRESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Choose Sunrise.This is a wonderful place for our listeners who might feel as if their alcohol consumption doesn't require traditional services like rehab. It just needs a reset.They offer a range of self-paced courses with personal plans and a supportive community on hand.They are so confident in their courses that they will give you your money back if you don't reach 101 alcohol free days!Check out their website at: https://choosesunrise.co.uk for more information!JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about all the amazing gifts sobriety gives!You can listen to the full episode here. - https://open.spotify.com/episode/077DdyXuztm66LfU9ggy7E?si=9e66be75cdaf4b7f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today marks the start of Gambling Harm Awareness Week, so Vic and Hamish have had a chat with Kate Seselja.Kate is an ex-gambler, who, for the past 10 years has passionately advocated for Gambling Reform by telling her own personal journey of addiction.Kate is a mother from Canberra that found herself blindsided by addiction. A struggle that lasted ten years, took all her money and nearly her life. Today she talks all about how she was drawn in by the sounds of the pokie machines, the guilt of losing everything, what it was like for her family and finally getting help.She also discuss's the term 'Addiction by Design' Is it fair that blame for addiction rests on the shoulders of the user? And where is all this money that's disappearing from pockets and communities all over Australia?Find out on this moving and informative episode of Sober [email protected] us on Facebooktwitter.com/ReformGamblingThis episode is proudly sponsored by Choose Sunrise.This is a wonderful place for our listeners who might feel as if their alcohol consumption doesn't require traditional services like rehab. It just needs a reset.They offer a range of self-paced courses with personal plans and a supportive community on hand.They are so confident in their courses that they will give you your money back if you don't reach 101 alcohol free days!Check out their website at: https://choosesunrise.co.uk for more information!Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.comwww.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #menopause #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #gambling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about changing up your social life so it fits your sobriety.You can listen to the full episode here -https://open.spotify.com/episode/07qzYYYOmVBjHBh8mOZOod?si=36e427503ffb4bce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may have heard of the term a 'Human's Primal Needs'.If you are anything like Hame and Vic - you've heard it, stored it but never did any research into it and don't truly know what it means.(Full transparency Vic thought it had something do with dogs and Hame was convinced his nappy bin was a primal need.)Well, save yourself the research and give this episode a listen.You might be surprised to hear of the role that alcohol plays in satisfying some of our deepest needs.This short-term trick it plays on us is what makes giving up alcohol so difficult for so many.RESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas.Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gosh - the first sober socials can feel pretty damn awkward. In todays retrospective you will hear about how Vic and Lucy went on there first sober escapades.You can listen to the full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7dng1lTL9Comxmr3DLKTYP?si=bbcc6eb6320f45d1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October is ADHD Awareness Month and for quite some time, our listeners have requested an episode on ADHD from us. To be totally honest we have felt totally ill-equipped to do this important subject justice.Neither Vic nor Hame have ADHD - so in order to fully describe the link between ADHD and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) - we had to call in an expert - and his name is Dr Alex Conner.Not only does Dr Alex live with ADHD, but he co-founded the UK's Leading Adult ADHD charity, published papers and has been awarded for his knowledge of the subject and he hosts the ADHD Adults Podcast....oh and he is also doesn't take himself too seriously...and he's sober!Not a bad guy to talk to right?!In this fascinating interview, Dr Alex opens up about his struggles with alcohol and drug use, explains his term 'domestic anxiety' and shares his story on how he found his way to sobriety. Hame and Alex covered everything from from bullying, to labels, depression, anxiety and medication.Whether you live with ADHD or not - there is plenty for you learn and unpack from this conversation.We could not be more grateful for Dr Alex sharing his wisdom with us!SHOW NOTESADHD Adult Charity: https://www.adhdadult.uk/Twitter: Alex-the_Psychoed_Monkey on ThreadsInstagram: @alexconnerbham...and if you were wondering Alex's wife is doing great! A few antibiotics and she is watching for scarring but all seems fine!ADHD and Grey Area Drinking Coach: Faye Lawrencewww.fayelawrence.com.au@fayelawrenceRESOURCESJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about Vic finding her sober community and understanding why that will help you along your sober path.You can listen to the full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/07qzYYYOmVBjHBh8mOZOod?si=edabbe103f934730 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lot of us give up alcohol and expect it to fix all of the issues that drove us to over drinking in the first place. Sadly, this isn't always exactly how it works.Not only can it leave you disappointed that your expectations do not meet up to reality but it can drive you back to the drink in the first place.The good news is - this is where things really get interesting.We always tell you on this podcast that giving up alcohol is the least interesting part of going sober.Well, if you really want to stay strong in your sobriety and enjoy it as much as possible you need to hanker down and do THE WORK. Without sounding like gurus (can you imagine?!) - the time you spend working on yourself if where the true rewards lie.Join Hame and Vic as they roll back the clock to look at the reasons they began drinking and share some of 'the work' that they have found most beneficial....Oh and Hame will introduce you the high brow game of cock or ball!RESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks retrospective we talk about making friends in sobriety. Is a sobriety group boring?You can listen to the full episode here.https://open.spotify.com/episode/07qzYYYOmVBjHBh8mOZOod?si=dd2d56f27f3a417a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It seems whenever you turn on the TV there's someone swilling a pint, necking a shot, sipping a glass of red or swishing ice in a tumbler of whisky. It's either Pat Butcher leant on the bar at 'The Old Vic.' Homer Simpson downing a Duff Beer or Edina from Ab Fab holding a flute of Dom Perigean - You can not escape!If it's not on the show itself it's in the adverts in-between. Let's face it, alcohol is everywhere!So, today Vic and Hamish discuss the impact alcohol in the media. How it affects sober people, it's influence on kids and what you can do to limit this relentless barrage.Is it time to switch off?Oh, and they also discuss Hamish's rumbling tummy and Lassie being an absolute pisshead!RESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode we are tapping back into some of Lucy's wisdom from the sixth episode of Sober Awkward.Lucy is all too aware of the negative impact her drinking had on her two daughters but by making the decision to go sober, she is not only undoing a lot of the damage but, she inspiring them as she does it.If you are a parent and fear that your drinking habits have affected your relationship with your kids. It is never too later to give up!You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000525583076 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you are somebody that gave up alcohol for a set amount of time or forever, the question of how to stay motivated is one that we are often asked.Hame's plan was to give up for a year. He has chosen to carry on but wants to find out how to keep up the momentum without the excitement of ticking off all of the 'I've-never-done-this-before-sober' things.For Vic, it's a different story. When she gave up, she knew it was forever and her motivation and clarity of thought have not wavered. Are there days that are harder than others though? Of course...she's a mother of 3 after all!In this week's episode, Vic 'The Guru', is here to share some of her 'wisdom' on how to keep up your sobriety motivation year after year.RESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadsteaIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode we take a look at the first time that Vic and Lucy really addressed the Mummy Wine Culture.What is it and why is it dangerous not only to women but to their families?And perhaps, most worryingly, why has it become so normalised?You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000525583076 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a recent episode of the Diary of a CEO podcast, Russell Brand said: 'You can't be a father to anyone until you can be a father to yourself'. And it struck us that this is true of all parents.(We understand that plugging another podcast in the notes of your own podcast isn't smart business talk but its all for the greater cause!)One of the things that a lot of us had in common during our drinking days is that we didn't take particularly good care of ourselves. We abused our bodies, were promiscuous, experimented with party drugs and generally treated our bodies with disdain. In short, we parented ourselves poorly.Whether you have ambitions to a parent or not - all of us have experienced what it is like to be parented. For good or for bad. Whether it was your biological parents or someone who played the role in their place.If you do go on to become a parent you probably hope to pass on the good bits and swerve the bad.In this week's episode, Hame and Vic share the traits of theirs they hate the most and are scared of passing on. And share the lessons they have learnt from their past. Most importantly, they discuss the role sobriety has played in improving them as parents and emphasise the importance of not aiming to be the 'perfect' parent!However, much of your children's lives you spent drinking or drunk - it is never too late to turn things around and inspire.RESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode we take a look back at Lucy's experiences of being a 'functionable drinker'.Her ability to still parent in spite of feeling hungover or drunk played its part in delaying her sobriety. The mindset being: 'If work life and home life are unaffected by booze then what's the problem?'Sometimes it takes digging a little deeper to realise the ways in which your drinking is still affecting the lives of those around you.You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000525583076 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Vic and Hamish discover if you can ditch an identity? Can you leave the party girl sat on the curb in 1992 and become someone else.... or do you have to stay playing a role even when it's bad for your health?Have you ever been lost? Found yourself questioning who you are or your role in society? Are you fed up with being pointed out as the party animal? And find yourself acting out in ways you don’t want to just because of reputation. This kind of contemplation is only natural, and everyone deals with these existential questions occasionally to reassess or confirm their perception of themselves. And what role does booze playing all this? Today these two party animals lay it all out on the wobbly table and learn that change is actually possible for everyone, even little wooden boys.....ResourcesThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!Sober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.comT-shirts www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected]#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #fatboyslim #normancook #bigbeat boutique #housemusic #Brighton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode we are taking you on a walk down memory lane to when Vic first shared her signature dance move from her drinking days.It's weird. It's wonderful. And it's (kind of!) brilliant!But what did you expect...?You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000523753718 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a pleasure it is to bring you the second of our Sober Awkward interview guests. This month we welcome to the podcast Millie Mackintosh!You may know Millie from Made in Chelsea or her work as a fashion and beauty icon representing brands like L'Oreal, Ralph Lauren and House of Fraser. Millie shares stories of how her life has not always been glitzy and glamorous. and takes a deeper look at the possible causes of her unhealthy relationship with booze.Millie gave up alcohol almost exactly a year ago (her 1st soberversary is August 25th!) after discovering that it was causing her anxiety.Hamish and Millie sat down during Hame's recent trip home and they discussed in great detail their shared experiences of their first year going sober. From the highs of having more time on your hands to the lows of still getting hangovers and feeling more self conscious on dance floors!Millie seems to be loving her new alcohol free life. She is integrating herself into the sober community and helping spread the news through her social media platforms.We couldn't be happier to invite her onto the podcast after the love she has shown us as one of our devoted listeners!We hope you enjoy the podcast!RESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea and as Sober Awkward listener, they are offering you an exclusive 25% discount off all of their sparkling and loose-leaf teas purchased in August or September.Simply head to their website at budsandbeads.com.au and use the code Sober25 at checkout!JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @milliemackintoshIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode Vic and Lucy reveal the relationships between their mental health and their over drinking.For Lucy it was depression brought about by a chronic disease diagnosis whereas for Vic it was the anxiety triggered by recreational drug use.Whatever it is for you - the importance of mental wellbeing is imperative to getting and staying sober.We hope that Vic and Lucy's vulnerable, honest and open stories can help you in your sober journeys.You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000523753718 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a question Vic and Hamish get emailed everyday - Help! I can't stop drinking what can I do? It's a plea that they actually find hard to answer because what works for one person - may not work for the next.So, today you will get the run down of everything, from a visit to the GP, therapy and AA to Rehab and Quit Lit. They will discuss what worked for them, how it all starts with you standing up for yourself and taking that first step into recovery - reaching out for support.This is an opportunity for you to design your sobriety your way and how to keep plodding on the recovery road until something sticks. Also, Vic gets emotional when she reads a poem and Hamish recalls the time a doctor made him vomit.Noteshttps://smartrecoveryaustralia.com.auhttps://www.liveslivedwell.org.auhttps://aa.org.auDirectLine is a 24/7 confidential alcohol and drug counselling and referral service. https://www.turningpoint.org.au -will help you to figure out if your drinking levels or drug use is a problem for youCounselling Online: provides online access to counselling servicesJust Ask Us is a service for University students with drug and alcohol problemsSay When ProblemCheck: an online quiz to work out if alcohol is causing problems in your life.ResourcesThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.auSober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self.JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.comT-shirts www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected]#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #fatboyslim #normancook #bigbeat boutique #housemusic #Brighton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode we pay our thanks and respect to Vic's sister.Louise Vanstone is one of the unsung heroes of the Sober Awkward Podcast. Not only did she play a part in inspiring Vic to follow in her footsteps but she also has more sober years than Vic, Hame and Lucy put together.AA changed her life and she continues to attend their meetings after over 22 years of sobriety.The lesson that she shares here is one that Lucy wishes she had heard 15 years ago.You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000522101311 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the episode you've all been asking for....Alcohol and the menopause.Why does it make you feel like drinking? Will a glass of red help your symptoms? If I am sober will the menopause be easier? So many questions and only two uneducated buffoons to answer them!It's not a topic that Vic and Hame know much about so they had to learn on the go and bring in an expert - Dr Sally Hunt from the University of Newcastle explains why women feel the need to drown out the side effects of 'the change' and how preparing yourself mentally, and quitting drinking before menopause will mean you will cope much better.Today is all about the ladies but don't switch off completely gents! We also have a little chat about the male menopause (yes, there is such a thing!) and why it's so important for partners to understand what's going on and how to approach this, strangely taboo, topic.Show Noteshttps://thisisdavina.com - buy Menopausing By Davina McallRESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.auSober Awkward is also excited to be brought to you by BetterHelp. Professional help is our #1 tip for a long lasting and healthy sobriety. So give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SOBERAWKWARD and get on your way to being your best self. JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.comwww.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #menopause #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #perimenopause Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode we revisit Vic and Lucy's struggle to beat the moderation pixie.Many of us try and fail to moderate for years before eventually accepting that sobriety might be the best route for us.We have heard every trick in the book from drinking a water in between each alcoholic drink to only drinking on the weekends!Attempting moderation is often a losing battle. You might be surprised to hear that going totally sober is actually the easier way to live your life.You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000522101311 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hame isn't a dermatologist (shock, horror!) but he has theory about skin. Whatever effects a skincare product might promise to have on your wrinkles/ageing skin/your 'glow' - the best way to improve your skin is from the inside out.Changing what you put into your body (starting with alcohol of course) has noticeably faster and more effective improvements on your skin quality than any product on the market.Vic and Hame explore the changes they have noticed when looking back on their drinking years and take a deeper look into the science of what alcohol does to your skin.Also...quick warning...Vic was feeling giggly this episode. She loses it a few times. Just the usual high brow humour as you can imagine and no mention of penises at all!Show Notes:Man with the Red Face by Laurent Garnier:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJkoBH68njQEd Sheeran talking unhealthy alcohol cycles:https://www.instagram.com/reel/CuLqH_Gq1iA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Ingredients of baking soda (!):Baking Soda is made from soda ash, also known as sodium carbonate. The soda ash is obtained in one of two ways: it can be manufactured by passing carbon dioxide and ammonia through a concentrated solution of sodium chloride (table salt). RESOURCESThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.auJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.comwww.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #biffinsbridget #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode we take a look back at one of THE biggest concerns for the newly sober.How do you deal with this inevitable question. Lie? Prepare a few possible answers? Laugh it off? Or you might choose to use one of Vic's slightly extreme responses.Vic and Lucy compared notes for their different approaches in one of the first Sober Awkward episodes.You can listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000519587067 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the episode you've all been waiting for!Our chat with super star DJ Norman Cook AKA Fatboy Slim.We were privileged to be invited back stage before his gig in Brisbane to have a quick chat with Norman about life since going sober 14 years ago. We reminisce about The Big Beat Boutique, find out why bringing Fatboy Slim home after a gig triggered him to seek help and how it feels entertaining a massive crowd since giving up booze.We are so excited to share this with our Sober Awkward fans. Norman is a huge inspiration and proves that you can still party at nearly 60....without being wasted.A huge thanks to Al, Norman and Andy Mac for making this happen. It really was a wonderful night that we will never forget! Now, enough waffle, let's get on with it!Enjoy the show!ResourcesThis episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.auFatboy Slim's website, tour dates, merch etc. can be found here:https://www.fatboyslim.netJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Tea! www.cuppashop.comT-shirts www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected]#soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads #fatboyslim #normancook #bigbeat boutique #housemusic #Brighton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's retrospective episode we look at the moment that you have decided to go sober and are deciding who to tell, and equally importantly...when.For some telling your friends and family keeps you accountable whereas for others, the fear of their reaction can delay this conversation for months on end.Vic and Lucy had two very different experiences and approaches to this moment - here are their stories.You can listen back to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975?i=1000519587067 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Can I still tear up the dancefloor without alcohol?' That was Hame's first worry when he gave up booze. And he is not alone...The dance-floor is a very different place when you’re sober. Alcohol was a way to release your inhibitions. Without it you feel more aware, less sexy and considerably more awkward. Also dancing for hours is bloody tiring without alcohol. (Although that might just be because we are both parents now!)Dancing can go from something that you loved to a place of huge discomfort and social anxiety.In this week's Ep Hame and Vic will share their experiences of dancing with and without alcohol. The good, bad and the ugly.We hope that you can learn a thing or two from their mishaps and approach the dance-floor with the same energy, swagger and confidence that you did when you were wasted!RESOURCESJOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward!https://www.patreon.comwww.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more.Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com@soberawkward @[email protected] @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotifyIf you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don’t feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you’d like us to cover then please email us [email protected] out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com#soberawkward #biffinsbridget #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.