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
Sober at Work: The Power of Explanation
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In this episode of Sober Across the Pond, Bridgene and Michael continue their Sober at Work conversation by exploring one of the most common emotional pressure points for alcohol-free people: explanation.
When you don’t drink at a work event, do you owe people a reason? Do you need to apologize? Do you need to make others comfortable with your choice?
We talk about the social pressure to fit in, the habit of saying “sorry” when we have nothing to apologize for, and the quiet confidence that grows when we simply own the decision.
Bridgene also shares a recent work-event experience that perfectly captures the truth so many of us need to hear: most people don’t care nearly as much as we fear they will.
This conversation became so strong that we split it into two focused episodes. Next week, we continue with: “No Thanks” Is a Full Sentence.
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