#28: Chris Marshall, Founder of the Alcohol-Free Bar & Community, Sans Bar

Chris Marshall is a mental health advocate, writer, and founder of Sans Bar, an alcohol free space and community based in Austin, Texas. He has been alcohol free since February 16, 2007. Marshall started working as Substance Use counselor in 2009, and witnessed his clients struggle to remain abstinent from alcohol after they exited treatment. He created Sans Bar in 2017 with the belief that everyone deserves a safe, sober, and inclusive environment where they can authentically connect with others. His first literary offering The Sans Book- Affirmations and Drinks for the Zero Proof Journey debuts January 2023. Chris has been featured in Men’s Health magazine, The New York Times, and USA Today.In this episode, we discuss:Chris's recovery storyWorking as a Substance Abuse CounselorThe inspiration behind Sans BarLessons learned from the Vegan Movement and ProhibitionHow to build authentic connections without alcoholSans Bar AcademyThe Zero Proof movementTo connect with Chris and learn more about his work, visit sansbar.com and be sure to follow @sansbar on Instagram__For more resources to support you on your sober journey, be sure to subscribe on the Sun & Moon Sober Living Website and follow @sunandmoon.soberliving on Instagram.