47. Could Sobriety Transform Your Relationship? w/ Mia from The Sober Glow & the (newly) Sober Joe

Can being alcohol-free be a value add to a relationship? Today, Amanda sits down with Mia & Joe to discuss their experiences with alcohol-free living and how it has impacted their relationship. Throughout the conversation, they open up about the challenges and benefits of exploring an alcohol-free lifestyle together as a couple and how Mia found strength in telling her own story and connecting with others. Joe shares their journey of transitioning from a toxic heavy drinking environment to focusing on themselves and their relationship. Mia & Joe express gratitude for making the decision to stop drinking and the positive impact it has had on their lives. Tune in to hear Mia & Joe's inspiring story of breaking free from the norm and living a mindful, alcohol-free life together! [00:01 - 08:29] Opening Segment • Discussion with Maya and Joe about their experience with alcohol-free living in their relationship • Mia's decision to quit drinking in 2015 after years of feeling the need to do so Mia's search for inspiration and community in the early days of her alcohol-free journey • Creation of The Sober Glow Instagram account to share her story and connect with others on a similar path [08:30 - 15:49] Couple's Journey to Sobriety and Relationship Transformation • How sharing Mia's & Joe's story brought them strength and power • The relationship transition when Mia stopped drinking • How the decision to stop drinking brought about positive changes in the relationship Both partners shifted their focus from individual to collective well-being [15:50 - 23:41] Navigating Sobriety and Alcohol Consumption in a Relationship • The experiences with alcohol and cutting back Drinking as a form of self-sabotage and blaming others • Mia's perspective on not wanting anyone else to quit drinking when she did • Joe's admiration for Mia's use of social media to connect genuinely [23:42 - 31:42] A Couple's Journey Towards Sobriety and Connection • Why Mia started posting about her alcohol-free journey and connecting with like-minded people Using social media to create real-life friendships and start book clubs and sober trips • Joe decided to quit drinking for a while to be fully present and focused on producing his film How he planned to have occasional drinks but is now not missing alcohol as time goes by [31:43 - 39:23] Radical Epiphanies and Benefits of Alcohol-Free Living • Joe's epiphanies about the benefits of sobriety How sobriety has helped with his vocal issues • How Mia's supportive of Joe's journey and sees his limitless potential Their experience with sobriety and how it affects their bodies differently [39:24 - 47:48] Could Sobriety Transform Your Relationship? • Joe's experience with sobriety has led to positive changes in his physical appearance • Why humor and lightheartedness can be crucial in navigating sobriety • Mindful decision-making is critical in controlling one's relationship with alcohol [47:49 - 53:47] Closing Segment • Sobriety can lead to a realization of untapped potential and personal growth • Why Mia is grateful for her decision to quit alcohol, especially during challenging times Want to connect with Mia & Joe? Follow them on Instagram. Head to The Sober Glow and discover the art of living an alcohol-free lifestyle! Key Quotes: "Now I see that if it's not serving me, then we can choose differently and have a mindful experience, either drinking or not drinking. And right now, the experience is choosing not to drink." - Mia & Joe "The right person will see your journey and your growth and your expansion as a value add to your love and to your relationship." - Amanda Kuda Learn more by connecting with Amanda through Instagram or visit AmandaKuda.com. It's time to unbottle your potential. Apply to work with Amanda. If you liked the show, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe through your favorite streaming platform!