The Sober Connection
Hosted by Abi King, an ex-daily drinker turned sobriety coach based in New Zealand, this podcast is for people who are curious about a sober life. Episodes will discuss a variety of sobriety related topics with the aim of helping people understand the dangers of a regular drinking habit. With a mixture of short "tips & tricks" episodes, and longer guest interviews, The Sober Connection podcast hopes to provide you with a glimpse into a life without alcohol, proving that being sober is anything but boring.
The Sober Connection
Season 2 - Episode 15: Alcohol & Sleep
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If you’ve stopped drinking and your sleep feels worse instead of better, you’re not alone — and nothing has gone wrong.
In this episode, Abi unpacks why early sobriety often comes with broken sleep, vivid dreams, and early-morning wake-ups, and why this phase is a normal part of recovery, not a sign of failure.
You’ll learn:
- How alcohol sedates rather than restores sleep
- Why REM sleep disruption and rebound affect early sobriety
- The role of cortisol in 3am wake-ups and night-time anxiety
Abi also shares her own experience of sleep struggles after quitting alcohol and offer three gentle ways to support your sleep without pressure: routine, light exposure, and simple wind-down rituals.
If sleep is making you question your relationship with alcohol, this episode will help you understand what’s happening — and remind you to be patient with your body.
Get in touch:
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