Dec 05 2024 28 mins
Can curiosity transform your relationship with alcohol? Join us as we explore this question with Nell Hurley, a notable figure in the addiction recovery space with over 26 years of sobriety. Together, we navigate the evolving landscape of sobriety and the "sober curious" movement, delving into the intriguing concept of "gray area drinking." Nell shares her wealth of experience in guiding individuals through recovery journeys that venture outside traditional treatment settings, emphasizing the importance of curiosity in fostering self-reflection and challenging societal norms around alcohol.
Our conversation dives into the heart of societal pressures to drink and the gradual cultural shift towards more mindful consumption in places like the UK and the US. We recount how our paths crossed at a wellness summit and how this serendipitous meeting led to the birth of our new venture, Sober Curious Consulting. Both of us remain committed to creating recovery-friendly environments and encouraging a non-judgmental exploration of personal lifestyles. Through personal stories and reflections, we highlight the empowering potential of re-evaluating one's drinking habits, whether through a movement like Dry January or through everyday choices.
As we launch our Dry January 2025 Program, we invite you to join a supportive, stigma-free community that makes the journey of abstaining from alcohol for a month, both enriching and enjoyable. Our program offers a space to connect through webinars, weekly gatherings, and an online community. Nell and I share our excitement about offering early bird discounts for those eager to embark on this transformative month of curiosity and self-discovery. Whether you're sober curious or simply looking to reassess your relationship with alcohol, this episode offers insights and support to guide you on your journey.
- Sober Curious Consulting - Brett and Nell's Recovery Friendly Workplace consulting business.
- Dry January Program for Individuals Sign Up Page - discount coupon for $20 off through Dec 18th: startsober25
- Washington Recovery Alliance - building the capacity of the recovery community to advance substance use recovery and mental health wellness by catalyzing public understanding and shaping public policy in Washington State.
- Recovery-Ready Workplace Toolkit - providing information, tools, and resources to help employers from all sectors—government, for-profit, non-profit, and not-for-profit—effectively prevent and respond to substance misuse in the workforce from the Department of Labor.
- Latest (2022) Data on SUD in the US - from SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). Link to my favorite PDF for statistics.
- Addiction 101 - it’s not a moral failing—it’s a treatable illness. Get the facts about this misunderstood medical condition from my friends at Shatterproof.