Welcome back to season 2 of On The Rocks. I'm Olivia Noceda, and in this episode, we're going to be talking about friendships. I asked a question on my Instagram about making new friends and received a lot of amazing responses. Today, I want to share my thoughts and opinions on this topic, based on my personal experience. I hope you enjoy the show! In this episode, we cover 10 key points about friendships: To make new friends, start by doing something you already enjoy so that you have something in common with the other person. Spend time getting to know each other and building comfortability. It's important to have multiple friends and friend groups, and not put everything into one friend or one relationship. If you have friends with kids, ask yourself how you can relate to them and what you can do to connect with them. If you're in a toxic friendship or group, consider reducing the frequency of hanging out with those people. Navigating co-dependent friendships requires open communication. The best friendships allow for an open dialogue, and for you to bring up concerns you have about the friendship. A painful truth: friendships aren't supposed to last forever. Friendship breakups are sometimes necessary, but boundaries can be set to avoid a complete breakup. Having individual friendships in a group without others being left out, or vice versa. Ask yourself, what are you insecure about in your friendships? What are you insecure about in yourself, and how do you come off to your friends? What is making you feel this way? Before sharing your trauma with a friend, make sure they're emotionally in a place to be able to listen to you. Finally, green vs. red flags for friends in your 30s. To me, some green flags are someone who is conscious of their health and well-being, has their own life and interests, has lower expectations for a friendship, is open to trying new things, and balances out negativity with positivity. Red flags are the opposite of green flags, such as toxic behavior, being obsessed with their partner, or not being present. Feel free to DM me and let me know your thoughts about these ideas in general. Thanks for listening! Thanks to our partner Seed for sponsoring this episode. Use my code ONTHEROCKS for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic: seed.com/ontherocks You know where to find me — IG: @olivianoceda TT: @olivianoceda olivianoceda.com

Welcome to Season 2 of On The Rocks - A podcast designed to give it to you straight up. In season two, we're diving into a topic that has been overlooked for too long - Friendships; and the ebs, flows, joys, and complexities of it all. From navigating friendship breakups to celebrating the alignment of a long time friend - I'll be back every Tuesday for new episodes to help shed new light on this topic of wellness. I'm happy you're here, Olivia IG @olivianoceda TikTok @olivianoceda www.olivianoceda.com

You are listening to the final episode of the inaugural season of On The Rocks! Throughout the season, I was given the opportunity to have conversations with some beautiful people about sober curiosity, the rise of mocktail culture, relationships, and critical social thinking. While wrapping up this season we can leave with knowing one thing for sure — Stepping into a healthier mind and body requires awareness and courage. It involves stepping out of your comfort zone, and above all, it requires a whole lotta love for yourself to make the first step. I encourage anyone who is sober curious or thinking about their relationship with alcohol to understand why they are doing it, why alcohol is not serving them, and why they are choosing not to drink. This way, when those moments arise, you will be able to confidently say no, it's not for me, and understand the greater purpose. To wrap up, I want to thank my team and YOU ALL for listening to the entire first season of On The Rocks. I hope to see you soon in just a few weeks with the trailer for season 2! You know where to find me — IG: @olivianoceda TT: @olivianoceda olivianoceda.com

Have you ever felt that you were funnier, sexier, and more intelligent when you drank? In the 10th episode of "On The Rocks", we speak with Africa Brooke about overcoming the toxic thoughts that can come with alcohol abuse. While this problem can be disguised in glamorous ways, it still exists and needs to be addressed. Get to know her experience and how her life changed from abusing alcohol into practicing sobriety, from a place of shame and into pleasure. During our conversation with Africa, we covered the following points: Society is taking aging steps that are not being critically revised. We put our bodies in extremely shameful situations without understanding the consequences. Relapsing into self-sabotaging behaviors can create traumas that last a lifetime. Discomfort is an essential part of growth, and we must dive deep into it to know ourselves better. Moving towards a safer life entails changes in our environment and relationships. Enjoy the episode! IG: AfricaBrooke https://africabrooke.com/ IG: @olivianoceda TT: @olivianoceda olivianoceda.com

Les Alfred, a proponent of the 'sober curious' movement, talks about reconsidering societal norms around drinking, finding pleasure in your own company, and identifying patterns that prevent authenticity. The importance of including diverse perspectives in wellness conversations is also discussed, along with techniques for feeling confident and proud of your decisions.

Ian Andersen and Nick Allen, co-founders of Sunnyside, discuss their mindful drinking app on this podcast. They talk about the importance of mindfulness in relation to drinking, how technology can promote positive behavior change, and the benefits of connecting with a supportive community. They also explore their own habits and relationship with alcohol and discuss the impact of alcohol on sleep and biometrics.

In this week's podcast, we are speaking with Zaynab Issa; recipe developer, freelance creative, content creator, and Food Editor at Bon Appetit Magazine. Zaynab shares her personal journey with sobriety and how her religion plays a role in her decision to abstain from alcohol. We also discuss the importance of respecting others' choices and lifestyles, even if they differ from our own. In addition, we delve into: - The importance of having confidence in being unapollagetically you.  - The benefits of adopting new habits and diving into emerging trends when you feel called to. - The impact of patriarchal culture on our decision-making. - The need to pursue what you want and not let others dictate your path. Enjoy! IG: @zaynab_issa IG: @olivianoceda TT:  @olivianoceda olivianoceda.com

We are joined by the fabulous Ruby Warrington in this week's episode. She coined the term 'Sober Curious,' which has now become a worldwide movement. Ruby is the author of the book 'Sober Curious: The Blissful Sleep, Greater Focus, Deep Connection, and Limitless Presence Awaiting Us All On The Other Side of Alcohol’. Tune in to hear more about: The impact and culture Sex & The City built for 90’s baby’s The physical impacts of alcohol consumption The difference between sober curious and being sober Taking the time to grieve a period of life FOMA: Fear of Missing Alcohol Sustainable ways to change our habits Join us as we delve into these important topics and explore our own relationship with alcohol. Let's start a conversation and broaden our perspectives. Enjoy! Connect with Ruby here  https://www.rubywarrington.com/ IG: @olivianoceda  TT:  @olivianoceda  olivianoceda.com

In this week's podcast episode, Liz Moody, Creator, 2x Cookbook Author, and an expert in crafting non-alcoholic beverages, discusses the significance of ritual in social gatherings and offers insights on adopting an approach of sober curiosity. Listeners can gain further understanding of the topic as Liz shares her expertise on creating a memorable experience when gathering with friends. We also dive into; The rise in popularity of "sober curious" lifestyles Health benefits of reducing or eliminating alcohol consumption and the impact on mental health The social aspects of alcohol-free living and how it can help you tap into your true self Liz’s personal travels through life and how she came to sobriety The business side of alcohol-free living The ritualistic needs that are within all of us Enjoy! IG: @lizmoody Connect with Liz here IG: @olivianoceda TT:  @olivianoceda olivianoceda.com

This week we have the pleasure of sitting down with Melanie Masarin, the founder of Ghia, the spirits-free apéritif thats taken the non-alcoholic industry by storm. Melanie speaks on navigating her way through becoming a leading expert in the non-alcoholic space, along with sobriety in social settings, with loved ones, and making the most out of precious moments.  About Ghia - The non-alcoholic drink of choice was inspired by France's aperitivo culture and wasn’t made to imitate alcohol or offer an alternative buzz. I was created to build meaningful experiences in all aspects of life.  Hope you enjoy!  Connect with Melanie Here www.drinkgiah.com Connect With Olivia Here www.olivianoceda.com