Sober Across the Pond
Sober Across the Pond is a weekly transatlantic podcast hosted by two seasoned alcohol-free coaches—one in the UK, one in the US—offering real, relatable conversations about thriving without alcohol. With warmth, humor, and zero judgment, we explore sober living through the lens of professional life, parenting, personal growth, and purpose.
Sober Across the Pond
Episode 9: Part 4: “No” is a Complete Sentence — Social Confidence in an Alcohol-Free Life
In this powerful conclusion to our 4-part series on navigating celebrations alcohol-free, we focus on one mantra that changes everything: “No is a complete sentence.”
Bridgene shares a moving personal story about the first time she confidently said “No, thank you” to a drink — and how liberating it felt. Michael reflects on a story Oprah told during a 2008 Stanford commencement speech about the courage to honor who you uniquely are.
From the empowerment of setting boundaries to the freedom of authenticity, this episode is a reminder that you don’t owe anyone an explanation for making choices that serve your best life.