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Join Madeline Forrest as she discusses all things sobriety: the highs, the lows, the challenges, the gifts, the tools, the messy middle, and everything in between. Above all else, she's here to show you that life can be happiest when you're sober.
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If you're on a sober journey but you still struggle with thoughts of romanticizing drinking, this episode is for you! In this TBT solo episode, I share ALL my tips and reframes to help you stop romanticizing alcohol in sobriety!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, we're talking all about building new habits in sobriety, and taking advantage of neuroplasticity to rewire our brains! I chat about breaking the habit of drinking, replacing it with healthier coping mechanisms, AND how to use sober tools to our advantage when it comes to staying consistent with other habits in our lives.Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, my mom and I chat all about how to navigate relationships with problematic drinkers in your life after getting sober. Maybe you have a parent, a partner, or close family member/friend who drinks problematically and it's difficult for you to be around them since getting sober. We talk candidly about our experiences with this and share advice on how to best support those struggling, and - most importantly - yourself.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, I'm expanding on last week's episode (answering the question "should I quit drinking?") by sharing my top favourite benefits of living life sober! This episode will give you a burst of inspiration and optimism for what's ahead on your sober journey.Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This episode is for anyone asking themselves the question: "should I quit drinking?" And if you're already on a sober journey, this will help connect you with your "why"!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week my sober sister Cassie returns to the podcast to share takeaways on celebrating her 3 year sober milestone! She talks about her journey, navigating feelings of anger in early sobriety, discovering authentic confidence, and letting go of the false belief that alcohol made her funnier.Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, I'm looking back on hosting my first ever sober group trip in Costa Rica, and why the experience was so life-changing for me and my sobriety. Join me on my next sober trip to Costa Rica in May 2026!!!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, I'm sitting down for a solo chat with my Happies! I share some takeaways from my journey so far of planning my wedding SOBER and I also share some thoughts and reminders about Dry January (based on my own experience doing a Dry January before I got sober for good). Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this week's episode, my sober fiancé Eddie returns and we are answering listener questions! We cover topics like...The difference between being in a sober relationship versus one where alcohol is involvedOur first impressions of each otherWhether we will be serving alcohol at our weddingOur favourite things about sobrietyIdeas for sober date nightsAnd lots more!Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
My mom joins me this week to chat in-depth about all of our intentions for our SOBER 2026 ahead! This truly just felt like having a coffee and a life chat with my mom and I came away feeling so inspired about the brand new year.Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week I'm bringing you a pep talk and tips for celebrating New Year's Eve in sobriety - without any FOMO about drinking, and with a whole lot of intention and excitement for a brand new (sober!) year ahead.Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, my mom and I chat all about how to feel festive and celebratory without alcohol during the holidays, because (spoiler alert!) holidays get to feel even *more* joyful in sobriety. We also share tips and reminders for navigating the holidays if they aren't a happy time of year for you, or if you're still grieving alcohol and finding it extra difficult to stay sober at this time of year. We're cheering you on for a SOBER holiday, happies!Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
You might find yourself feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, and socially drained during the holiday season, and this week I'm sharing tips and reminders to help you stay sober through it all.Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
One of the greatest challenges of getting sober is the fear of other people judging you for it. Maybe you're afraid of being labelled as an "alcoholic" or being viewed as the problem. Maybe you're navigating people telling you that you "weren't that bad" and to "just have one". Or maybe you're worried about people thinking you're a boring buzzkill now that you're no longer drinking with them. In this episode, my mom joins me for a chat all about letting go of caring what others think about our sobriety - and in doing so, stepping into our own power and freedom.Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The holiday season is upon us, and this month I'll be bringing you weekly episodes with tips on how to navigate different situations and obstacles that you might face in your sobriety over the holidays! This week I am chatting all about getting through your work holiday party sober. I share the story of when I blacked out at my work holiday party, and I share lots of tips to help you stay sober through yours this year!Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, I'm joined by a very special guest: my fiancé, Eddie! He is over 3 years sober and in this episode he shares his sober story with us. We also chat about navigating hard feelings and anxiety in sobriety, facing fears, traveling sober, and so much more!Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, my mom and I are tackling the question: what if I got sober and I DON'T feel happy about it? In this conversation, we share perspectives and mindset shifts to help you discover the happiness that's available to all of us in sobriety!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsIf my content has helped you on your sober journey and you'd like to support my work, you can buy me a coffee!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
I celebrated my 5 year sober milestone this week!! And in this episode, I'm sharing my reflections and takeaways on 5 years of sobriety.Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsIf my content has helped you on your sober journey and you'd like to support my work, you can buy me a coffee!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, I'm bringing you a throwback podcast episode with my mom, where we chat all about how to navigate feeling like you no longer "belong" in sobriety. Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsIf my content has helped you on your sober journey and you'd like to support my work, you can buy me a coffee!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week I'm chatting alllll about how to romanticize our sober lives (AND how to let go of romanticizing drinking). There is SO much to romanticize in sobriety and I'm getting into it all in this episode!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober mugsFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsIf my content has helped you on your sober journey and you'd like to support my work, you can buy me a coffee!Thanks for supporting my podcast by supporting my sponsors - you can view my list of current sponsors here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Really informative podcast. Just starting out in my journey and it's a big help. Maddie is is great host