Why Sobriety Changes Your Relationships | Early Sobriety Struggles with Erin Schaden (Part 2)

Why do so many relationships struggle after one partner gets sober?  In this episode of Cappy Hour Podcast, I am joined by Erin Schaden, a divorce lawyer and coach with over 30 years of sobriety. We dive deep into early sobriety struggles, addiction recovery and the rising tension many couples face after quitting alcohol. We break down:- • Why sobriety changes your relationships • The hardest early sobriety struggles people face • How addiction recovery impacts marriage and dating • Why some couples experience conflict or divorce after getting sober • The difference between physical sobriety and emotional sobriety • Common toxic relationship patterns that surface in recovery • High-conflict personalities and relationship red flags • The importance of community in long-term sobriety • Dating after alcohol recovery • Doing the inner work to build healthier relationships   If sobriety has been challenging lately, this episode is for you.   Connect with me here:-  Instagram:- https://www.instagram.com/sobercappy/  Youtube:- https://youtube.com/@sober_cappy?si=VSiqs8UvrN305CeP Join Community :- https://ilept.mn.co   Connect with Erin here :- Instagram:- https://www.instagram.com/nakedrandomthoughts/ Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/ErinESchadenDivorceCoach Blog:- https://www.nakedrandomthoughts.com/   Thanks for listening!         #sobriety #addictionrecovery #earlyrecovery #soberlife #emotional sobriety #sobrietyjourney #datinginsobriety #personalgrowth #recoveryjourney #mentalhealthpodcast