45. How to Date When You're Sober or Sober-Curious

Valentine’s Day is coming up, so in this episode we’re talking about dating and drinking—and how to date when you’re sober or sober-curious.

If you’re on the dating apps, going on first or second dates, or getting to know someone new, alcohol can feel like part of the deal: a drink to calm your nerves, make conversation easier, or help you feel more confident.

But what if you don’t want to drink—or you’re trying to drink less?

In this episode, I talk about how to navigate early dating without relying on alcohol, including:

• whether (and when) to tell people you’re not drinking;
• planning dates that don’t revolve around drinking;
• setting boundaries around your date’s drinking and having your own back;
• what alcohol actually does (and doesn’t do) for anxiety, confidence, attraction, and getting in the mood for physical intimacy;
• the benefits of sober dating, even if it feels awkward at first.

Whether you’re newly sober, working on cutting back, or just questioning how alcohol fits into your dating life, this episode will help you approach dating with more clarity and self-trust—especially during a season when every store, restaurant, and ad is telling you that alcohol and romance go hand in hand.

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