Resources
Here’s a collection of resources that you might find helpful, including support groups, apps, online blogs, book recommendations and more.
Charities & Support Groups
A leading UK charity offering support, information, and campaigns like Dry January to help people reduce or stop drinking.
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Al-Anon Family Groups UK & EIRE is there for anyone whose life is or has been affected by someone else’s drinking.
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A UK-based mindful drinking movement providing resources, events, and a supportive community for those looking to change their relationship with alcohol.
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A secular, abstinence-based recovery program emphasising self-empowerment and peer support.
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Let's Shrink The Drink. A 30 Day Challenge.
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Offers free, science-based meetings and tools focusing on self-empowerment and lifestyle balance.
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An international community supporting Black women exploring sobriety, offering virtual meetings and resources.
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Soberistas
Online community for women who want to quit drinking.​​
Apps for Sobriety & Mindful Drinking
We’re building a vibrant, supportive community in the UK and US where sober people can connect with others who share their values. For relationships built on connection, not consumption.
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A neuroscience-based app offering daily goals and mindfulness exercises to help reduce or quit drinking.
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Tracks sobriety milestones and connects users with a supportive community.
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A social networking app for sober individuals, providing peer support and accountability.
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A community-driven app offering resources and forums for those exploring sobriety.
Podcasts for Recovery & Sober Living
Hosted by Jean McCarthy, featuring real stories from those in sobriety.
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Hosted by biochemist Gill Tietz, focusing on the science behind sobriety.
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Recovery Dialogues & Sober Stories
Explores topics like trauma-informed recovery and resilience, with a focus on the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Offers discussions on self-care and tips for staying strong in recovery.
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Hosted by Casey McGuire Davidson, this podcast provides tools and conversations for sober curious women and gray area drinkers, including advice on navigating a drinking-obsessed culture without a buzz.
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Hosted by Veronica Valli and Chip Somers, this podcast offers expert insights into sobriety and recovery, covering topics like emotional sobriety and trauma.
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Hosted by Heather O’Neill, this podcast offers support and encouragement for moms navigating sobriety, sharing personal stories and practical tips.
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Hosted by Duane Osterlind, this podcast delves into the science of addiction, featuring interviews with experts and individuals sharing their recovery journeys.
Blogs & Online Communities
A global community for sober and sober curious women, offering virtual meet-ups and a supportive online space.
Provides programs, blogs, and podcasts to inspire individuals to reduce or stop drinking.
A UK-based magazine offering resources for mindful and sober curious drinkers, including drink pairings and lifestyle features.
The Sober Collective – A platform dedicated to reframing sobriety by removing the stigma associated with an alcohol-free lifestyle.
Books on Sobriety & Mindful Drinking
I'm Never Drinking Again: How to Stop Drinking So Much and Change Your Relationship with Alcohol" by Dominic McGregor – An insightful account into how changing your relationship with alcohol can change your life.
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"Sober Curious" by Ruby Warrington – Explores how reducing alcohol can lead to a more meaningful life.
"Quit Like a Woman" by Holly Whitaker – Addresses the impact of alcohol culture on women and offers a path to sobriety.
"This Naked Mind" by Annie Grace – Uses psychology and neuroscience to help readers reconsider their relationship with alcohol.
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"The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober" by Catherine Gray – A candid, humorous take on the benefits of sobriety.
"We Are the Luckiest" by Laura McKowen – A deeply personal story of recovery and the joys of living alcohol-free.