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Welcome to The Sober Scoop [previously Hold My Drink], where model and creator, India Gants, gives advice and shares vulnerable stories about getting sober and staying sober. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday!
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Alcohol doesn’t actually give you restful sleep -it sedates you. It can keep you in lighter, fragmented sleep and reduce REM, the stage where your brain restores mood and energy. So if you wake up at 3am or feel groggy every morning, alcohol may be part of the reason. Removing it often helps your sleep regulate again -and better sleep improves almost everything! OSEA's Dream Collection: https://oseamalibu.com/scoop The Zero Proof (functional drinks): https://thezeroproof.com/SCOOP?q=best-non-...
Click to watch on YouTube Today we are diving into why I personally did not do AA. While I believe it's a great option for some people, it wasn't for me. And I actually think the thought of having to attend an AA meeting is part of what kept me from getting sober... I didn't want to sit in a room with other sober people and openly call myself an alcoholic. So today, I'm explaining why it wasn't for me, and how you can get sober with or without AA. There's no one "right way" to get sober. ** T...
Listen to this episode if you want a straight forward, clear guide to quitting drinking once and for all. We will discuss my top tips for getting sober and staying sober, with a special bonus tip at the end! I wish I had known these things when I first quit drinking, but as they say - hindsight is 20/20, and I'm so glad that I get to share my advice and experience with you. Whether you are thinking about quitting or have recently quit, I hope that these tips will give you some guidance and he...
Is sobriety even a "thing" in the UK? Because I feel that having a drinking problem is so normalized over there -and maybe not even viewed as a problem. This episode explores the differences between American and British drinking culture, drawing from both real statistics and my personal experiences. If you are British and would like to share your personal drinking experiences or sobriety journey in the UK, please shoot me a message at one of the locations below. Email the show: hello@thesober...
It has come to my attention that I'm not the only one who has kind of isolated in sobriety... and NOT in a bad way. I just genuinely love being by myself, and I value deeper, meaningful connections over hanging out with random acquaintances. This episode was inspired by a post I saw in our Facebook group :) So if you'd like to join our support group, I'll leave the link below: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17atUxc8Mq/
We think that because we survived the first month, everything is going to be smooth sailing from there. But unfortunately for me and many others, it only got harder after 30 days. It's like "real" sobriety sets in, and the high wears off... Emotions hit hard and we have to learn to face our feelings alcohol-free. In today's episode, I'm giving an insight into what days 30-90 were like for me and what I recommend for surviving this period. You got this!! Facebook Support Group: https://www.fac...
Dry January is a break. Sobriety is a commitment. In today’s episode, we’re talking about why the strategies have to change when there’s no finish line in sight, and how to shift from a temporary Dry Jan mindset to an indefinite life of sobriety. Feel free to join our online sobriety community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BiaVah7Fb/
If I had stayed on the path I was on, it was going to end one of three ways: jail, death, or sobriety. And I’m so grateful I chose sobriety. Just because I’d been lucky so far didn’t mean my drinking wasn’t going to catch up with me, it just meant it hadn’t yet. Being high-functioning while drinking heavily isn’t a flex... It’s actually incredibly dangerous. So today, I want to talk about the myth of the high-functioning drinker -and why ‘nothing bad has happened yet’ is one of the most dange...
In today's episode, we are talking about weight lifting, protein, and building muscle. So much of my journey has been about fitness and nutrition, in addition to sobriety, so I wanted to dedicate an episode to talking about weight lifting and how I got started. Hope you find this helpful, and if you have any further questions, feel free to DM me @indiagants :) Fitness and nutrition are my favorite topics! Thanks for listening xx OSEA Malibu Dream Collection: code SCOOP for a discount! Join ou...
When we're navigating sobriety, it can feel like it's NEVER going to get easier. But I'm here to tell you that it does! And there are things we can do along the way to make it feel easier, faster. In today's episode, we explore sobriety timelines and when people start to feel the weight of sobriety start to lift. Will power is hard, so I want to provide some strategies for being successful with your sobriety -NO will power required. I hope to help remove the need or desire to drink in the fir...
I talk all the time about making sobriety your #1 priority, but what does that actually look like? How do you move through life with alcohol at the top of your priorities list? Today, we're diving into HOW to make sobriety #1. Because if sobriety is #1, everything else in our lives improves. Shop The Zero Proof bundles here: Challenge: A Week without Alcohol BundleChallenge: A Month without Alcohol BundleTZP's Best Sellers BundleMake sure to follow/subscribe to the show & feel free to joi...
In today's episode, I'm giving you some tips to help you make it through your first month alcohol-free (whether that's for Dry January or for long-term sobriety). The first month is definitely an adjustment, so by the end of this episode, I hope you have some tools to help you not just survive, but thrive! The Zero Proof N/A beverages: https://affiliate.thezeroproof.com/SCOOP Facebook Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AAsoaiMLc/
It’s pretty incredible how much the body can recover in just 30 days without alcohol -whether that’s sobriety or something like Dry January. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the science behind what actually happens inside your body during those first 30 alcohol-free days. It’s packed with mind-blowing facts, numbers, and organ-level changes you probably haven’t heard before. And while a lot of healing happens in that first month, the real magic starts after day 30. Facebook Support Group...
Merry Christmas Scoop Troop :) I wanted to create an episode that walks you through a craving in real time, so feel free to come back to this anytime you’re thinking about drinking and need a little encouragement to not pick up the booze. Thank you all so much for being part of this community. I’m genuinely so grateful to have you here. Online Sobriety Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DMbBcvUdx/
If you've ever said, "How did I let myself get to this point?" -this episode is for you. I'm going to help relieve you of the guilt associated with wishing you had quit earlier. Yes- the best time to quit drinking was 5 years ago... but the next best time is NOW. After listening to this episode, you will feel empowered to quit drinking today and start creating a life your future self will be proud of. Facebook Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BYdZmFdKj/
Is dating in sobriety actually harder, or just more intentional? This episode explores the shift from "drunken confidence" to finding real confidence while navigating the dating world without liquid courage. I share the raw reality of overcoming anxiety to approach a stranger and why I’m finally prioritizing my own growth over the "back-to-back" relationship cycle. If you are navigating the sober dating scene, learn how to get your spark back and attract a partner who loves the true you. Watc...
In this episode of The Sober Scoop, we're tackling the big question: How do you know if it's finally time to quit drinking? If you're in that "sober curious" zone and not sure whether to take the plunge, I'm sharing the signs that signaled it was time for me, the one secret question to ask yourself, and why sobriety was the last resort that ended up being the best decision of my life. This is a judgment-free zone—you are not alone! Thanks for watching/listening! Don't forget to subscribe to T...
There is an elegance and sophistication to NOT drinking: that espresso after dinner, that diet coke with the lemon wedge, that bougie mocktail.... it's elevated, it's chic, and if you choose to not drink -you are ahead of the curve! Today's episode will help you view sobriety through a new lens and romanticize your alcohol-free life :) Facebook Suppost Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1183340786524511/
We've all had that thought... "Ok, I'm far enough into my sobriety where I could probably have a drink again right?" Wrong. In today's episode, I will give you a few reasons why you do not want to pick up that drink -even if you think you "could." Free Online Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1183340786524511/
So many people think sobriety is boring… but what if the opposite is true? In this episode, I break down why getting sober isn’t about giving up fun — it’s about finally seeing your life clearly. When you’re not drinking, you don’t lose your personality… you find it. You uncover your real hobbies, your real interests, and the things that actually make you feel alive. I share how sobriety opened up space for me to pursue passions I didn’t even know I had, and why boredom isn’t a sign that you’...
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This is by far the best podcast I've found in a very very long time. Please keep up your amazing work 🙂