97: Sober Curious with Coach Sam

Coach Sam here solo this week! Asking what if curiosity could change your health more than willpower ever did? Coach Sam opens up about gut issues, anxiety spikes, and performance dips that pushed her to reexamine alcohol and the habits that quietly shape daily life. From a clear definition of the sober curious movement to a step-by-step process for mindful tracking, this conversation swaps shame for data, and pressure for agency, making it easier to align choices with what you value most.We walk through how to notice when, how often, and why you reach for a drink, then zoom out to assess the true impacts on sleep, focus, relationships, training, and mood. You’ll hear how social norms and marketing blur our motives, why connection often hides under coping, and how to meet the same needs with better tools. We talk candidly about the spectrum of addiction, the role of compassion in hard conversations, and evidence-backed insights that show fewer exposures lead to better long-term brain and body health.Support is the force multiplier. Sam shares takeaways from visiting a Recovery Dharma meeting, reflects on Buddhist-informed approaches to craving, and highlights community, coaching, and accountability options. We also introduce a free workbook created with sober coach and liver transplant survivor Kelly Thrush to help you map triggers, plan alternatives, and design a 30-day experiment. Expect practical ideas for replacing alcohol with endorphin-positive habits—movement, nature, art, humor, and mindful social time—so you gain energy, clarity, and confidence without sacrificing connection.Ready to test what truly serves you? Hit play, grab the free workbook from our Instagram bio, and start your curiosity-led reset. If this helped, follow the show, share with a friend, and leave a review to support future conversations.-Coach Sam xoxx@everydayawesomeproject@thesamanthapruittSend us Fan Mail Follow Coach Polly @getbusythriving and Coach Sam @thesamanthapruitt Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/everydayawesomeprojectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everydayawesomeprojectLinktree for ALL THE THINGS: https://linktr.ee/everydayawesomeprojectWebsite/About Us: https://everydayawesomeproject.com/about-us/