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If you're taking a break from drinking and unsure what to say when people ask why—you're not alone. In this episode of Sobermentum Today, I share a few simple, non-awkward ways to answer the dreaded “Why aren’t you drinking?” question. From social situations to work events, this video offers real-life tips to reduce the anxiety and shame that can come with being alcohol-free in a drinking world. Whether you're doing a Dry January, focusing on fitness, or just tired of hangovers, you’ll walk away with go-to responses that work—and peace of mind that most people won’t judge you.

🔗 FREE RESOURCE: Want to find out where you land on the Alcohol Drinker Spectrum? Watch my free presentation here → https://www.sobermentum.com/the-drinker-spectrum

🚀 Ready to change your relationship with alcohol for good? Start here: https://www.sobermentum.com/The%20Sober%20Vacation%20Transformation

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SHOW NOTES:

If the idea of quitting drinking forever feels overwhelming, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to go that route. In this video, I share a powerful mindset shift that worked for me and has helped many of my coaching clients: don’t quit forever — just take a break for now. Instead of focusing on the scary concept of NEVER drinking again, I explain how committing to a temporary “sober vacation” can help you build alcohol-free momentum without added pressure. Whether it’s 30 days, 100 days, or a full year, this approach gives your mind and body space and distance to reset and reflect — without the fear of forever.

This episode is especially for: Social drinkers feeling stuck in a routine Gray area or “middle-of-the-road” drinkers Anyone curious about alcohol-free living

Topics covered:

✅ Why "forever" thinking can sabotage your progress

✅ How to reframe sobriety as a short-term experiment

✅ Tips for gaining clarity, energy, and perspective without alcohol

✅ Why you’re still under the influence even when you’re not drinking

✅ How taking a break can reveal the truth about your relationship with alcohol

🌐 More tools + support at https://sobermenum.com

🔗 FREE RESOURCE: Want to find out where you land on the Alcohol Drinker Spectrum? Watch my free presentation here → https://www.sobermentum.com/the-drinker-spectrum

🚀 Ready to change your relationship with alcohol for good? Start here: https://www.sobermentum.com/The%20Sober%20Vacation%20Transformation 🌐 More tools + support at https://sobermenum.com

SHOW NOTES: Are you starting to wonder if it’s time to take a real break from alcohol—even if you don’t consider yourself an alcoholic? In this video, we explore 4 key signs that suggest taking an extended break from drinking could benefit your health, mindset, and quality of life. If you're frequently thinking about alcohol, breaking self-imposed drinking rules, feeling regret after drinking, or noticing the physical and mental after-effects more often, this episode is for you. Discover what an extended alcohol break (or "Sober Vacation") really means, why it's more effective than short-term challenges like Dry January, and how to shift your mindset toward a healthier relationship with alcohol. If you're in that middle-of-the-road territory—drinking more than you want but not sure what to do about it—this video offers clarity, encouragement, and practical next steps.