The Sober Sip
The Sober Sip
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Sober Sip, where host Tommy Ward explores the real, raw, and uplifting stories of sobriety. Each episode brings you honest conversations with people who've chosen the alcohol-free path, sharing their struggles, victories, and everything in between. Whether you're sober curious, on your recovery journey, or looking for a supportive community, join us as we pour out inspiring stories that prove you're never alone in choosing a life of sobriety.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of topics related to sobriety, mental health, and personal transformation, featuring episodes that include personal experiences with addiction, the impact of alcohol on social interactions, and the role of wellness practices such as movement and meditation in recovery. Examples include interviews with education experts discussing the societal relationship with alcohol and fitness coaches sharing their journeys to sobriety.
Welcome to The Sober Sip, where host Tommy Ward explores the real, raw, and uplifting stories of sobriety. Each episode brings you honest conversations with people who’ve chosen the alcohol-free path, sharing their struggles, victories, and everything in between. Whether you’re sober curious, on your recovery journey, or looking for a supportive community, join us as we pour out inspiring stories that prove you’re never alone in choosing a life of sobriety.
In this episode of The Sober Sip, we’re joined by Rachel Hechtman, a content creator, coach, events consultant, and the Founder of Sober in Central Park, LLC. Rachel’s journey to sobriety began on January 3, 2021, and since then, she has been a powerful advocate for living an alcohol-free life. Her mission is to advance the sober movement and prove that you don't need alcohol to have fun.
Rachel spills the sober tea on everything from her early days of sobriety in New York City to her plans for opening a non-alcoholic bar with a reality TV star. We discuss the power of authenticity on social media, the challenges of staying sober in a city like NYC, and the importance of building a supportive community. Rachel also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her journey of leaving the corporate world to pursue her passion for sober living full-time.
Key Topics Covered:
- Rachel's sobriety journey and the moment she knew she had to make a change.
- The role of Central Park in her healing process.
- How sharing her story on Instagram turned into a platform for sober advocacy.
- The evolution of the sober movement and the rise of non-alcoholic social spaces.
- Building a business and a community around sobriety.
- The impact of coaching and creating resources for those exploring an alcohol-free lifestyle.
- Upcoming projects, including the launch of a non-alcoholic bar in NYC.
Key Quotes:
- “There’s so much beauty around us—we just have to be present and look for it.” — Rachel Hechtman
- “I wasn’t trying to build a brand—I just wanted to hold myself accountable.” — Rachel Hechtman
Connect with Rachel:
- Instagram: @soberincentralpark
- Website: soberincentralpark.com
Episode Resources:
- Quit Like a Woman (mentioned by Rachel as an influential book).
- Sans Bar: A traveling non-alcoholic bar experience.
- Big Vision Events: A non-profit organization supporting sober social spaces in NYC.
Connect with Tommy
- Instagram: @thetommyward
Join the Conversation:If Rachel’s story resonated with you, share this episode and tag us on social media! Don’t forget to follow Rachel for daily inspiration on living an alcohol-free life.
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