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You Quit Drinking… and Suddenly Everyone Gets Weird About It (How Sobriety Changes Your Relationships — and Why That’s Not a Bad Thing) EP 52

Chelsea Powell Season 1 Episode 52

Let’s talk about the part of sobriety no one prepares you for: the people part.
The awkward silences. The defensiveness. The friends who ghost because your growth makes them look at their own habits.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what really happens to your relationships after you stop drinking or after any big identity shift.

 From losing friends to outgrowing circles, from lonely Friday nights to rebuilding connection from scratch, I’ll share what it looks like to burn down the old social rules and build new ones rooted in depth, truth, and self-trust.

If you’ve ever wondered why your social life feels different now, and how to find your people again, this one’s for you.

If you’re ready to start your journey, here’s where you can begin:

  • Steady: ($27) — 7 days of nervous system practices to help you get quick wins and feel grounded fast.

  • Beyond The Label ($44) A self-paced mini course to help you explore your relationship with alcohol through the lens of the nervous system — and decide what’s right for your body, your peace, and your life — no labels required.
  • The Personal Power Map ($75)— a personalized breakdown of your stress patterns, hidden strengths, and next power move, complete with a video report from me so you can feel my coaching style and energy.
  • Freedom from Alcohol — Quit Drinking for Good … Without White-Knuckling, Relapse, or Labels
  • And if you’re craving high-touch, transformational support, I also offer 1:1 mentorship.

You don’t need more random information from instagram—you need tools, practices, and perspective that actually help you feel different.

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