Creating Sober Inclusive Event Spaces: The Shift in Alcohol Consumption with CEO/Author Laura Nelson

In today’s episode of the Growth, Grace and Gratitude podcast, just in time for New Years Events, host Ari speaks with Laura, founder of Sober Life Rocks, on the importance of creating sober-inclusive spaces in the event industry. Laura shares her journey of sobriety & how it influenced her work in promoting inclusive event planning. The conversation explores the shift in alcohol consumption among younger adults, challenges of peer pressure in professional settings, & the intersection of wellness & alcohol awareness. Laura emphasizes the need for navigating personal relationships with alcohol, as well as the importance of creating environments that foster connection without the pressure to drink.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sober Life Rocks01:19 Importance of Sober Choices in Events06:24 Creating Inclusive Event Spaces11:28 Navigating Peer Pressure & Work Events14:20 Connection Between Wellness and Alcohol17:07 Awareness and Personal Growth21:53 Understanding Alcohol's Spectrum of Use25:19 The Inclusive Event PlannerLaura Nelson, (@sober_life_rocks on Instagram) co-founder of Sober Life Rocks and author of The Inclusive Event Planner, is a leader in promoting sober-inclusive spaces in the event industry. With 20+ years of expertise in business and event planning, she helps organizations create environments that foster connection beyond the bar. Her passion comes from her own sobriety journey and belief in intentional, inclusive event design. Join her Sober Life Rocks LinkedIn group for insights and resources, & visit the website to download her book and transform your events! https://soberliferocks.comAri hosts the Growth, Grace, Gratitude Podcast! She is a pre-med/psychology graduate, a professional ballerina, columnist, & author who grew up performing at Lincoln Center with New York City Ballet, Miami City Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, & at Madison Square Garden. Her poem book "Long Distance Love" is out! Her unique upbringing has inspired her to open up the conversation with experts in their field for growing in self-development. From everyone’s favorite Qigong Joe the Drummer Boy to Astrologer Valerie Mesa to Neurophysiologist Toby Pasman, our guests are diverse & motivational in their approach to lending their expertise. We celebrated over 100 inspiring guests. I look forward to continuing the conversation to inspire all generations towards achieving authentic happiness & success!The Podcast: Growth Grace GratitudeYouTube:@GrowthGraceAndGratitudePodcastInstagram: @growthandgracemindsetBallet YouTube: @BalletDailyJoin our weekly virtual ballet barre & yoga classes via [email protected] 🧘‍♀️And get your typewriters, paintings, empath awakening poem books, emotional support guidebooks, essay help & tutoring services via ⁠: [email protected]⁠⁠ Share, comment, & rate 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Thanks for tuning in!! 🤗Affiliate links:1). ClickFunnels 14 Day Free Trial & convert your online visitors into paying customers with the best funnel builder! https://www.clickfunnels.com/signup-flow?aff=0dfe6f8c4572ee5839e63f1157f49fc0467240cf0295491668e5b81abad3851d2). Csongor Daniel’s online seminar for self-healing. Use code Bio20 for a 20% discount: https://csongor-daniel.mylearnworlds.com/link/75PuZg3). #1 Purposeful Sol Living App in the US: http://shrsl.com/2qjb2-3gaz-1l15s4). PodPitch finds, writes, & sends pitches to podcast hosts: https://podpitch.cello.so/YFBCDrKL8SK5). Pure Body Extra $50 off: https://growthgracegratitude.thegoodinside.com/pbx-trial-offer-10c2020-lp6). Telo-Vital: https://growthgracegratitude.thegoodinside.com/special-offer-telo-vital-lp7). Zeolite Detox Pack: https://growthgracegratitude.thegoodinside.com/pbpbx-trial-offer-lp8). ParaShield: https://growthgracegratitude.thegoodinside.com/special-offer-para-shield-lp9). Fulvic Minerals: https://growthgracegratitude.thegoodinside.com/fulvic-minerals-introductory-special-lp