Film Study for Sobriety: How Preparation Beats Willpower Every Time Ep 37

Summer is here — and if you're sober or sober curious, you already know this season can hit different.Season three of the Clean Play Podcast is officially back, and Anne and Chris are kicking things off with an honest check-in on where they've been, what's changed, and what this season is all about: showing up to the game of life prepared. From navigating summer social pressure without white-knuckling it, to using a sports mindset to approach sobriety with strategy instead of willpower — this episode sets the tone for everything ahead.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why summer is one of the trickiest seasons for people in sobriety — and how to navigate it without making it a big dealThree practical strategies for handling social situations where alcohol is presentWhy having a go-to response ("I don't drink") is more powerful than explaining yourselfThe timeout principle: how to pause, reset, and regroup in the middle of a tough momentWhy preparation — not perfection — is the real goal for sober living this seasonThis one is the perfect kickoff — press play and get your game plan ready.Resources & Links:Follow Anne on Instagram: @anneskribaConnect with Chris: @sans_bar