Soberful
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli and Chip Somers are experts on recovery. Chip Somers was most recently described by Russell Brand in his book 'Recovery' as a 'right social liability.' Together they have been sober for almost 50 years and have a LOT of stories, messes, experience and occasionally helpful advice to share on living in sobriety. They bring all of that (and more) to the Soberful podcast. This podcast is for anyone who wants to live an alcohol-free life, is struggling to get sober or who is in long-term recovery.
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May 5, 2021 • 44min
139: Dealing with Sexual Trauma
**Trigger warning** Chip and Veronica discuss a very sensitive topic. Many clients who suffer from an alcohol use disorder have also experienced some kind of sexual abuse or sexual assault. In this episode, Chip and Veronica explore how that affects people and how telling our stories can help us heal and overcome this devastating trauma. To learn more, visit the show notes.
Apr 28, 2021 • 44min
138: Living a Soberful Life with Louise O'Brien
What is a soberful life? In today's episode, Veronica interviews Soberful Life team member Louise O'Brien. Louise is a single mother who was struggling desperately with an alcohol problem. Unable to carry on, she took the leap into her sobriety, and everything changed....... To learn more, visit the show notes.
Apr 21, 2021 • 44min
137: Ask Us Anything
We are celebrating our third podcasting anniversary. In this episode, Chip and Veronica answer a variety of questions from their Soberful Life members. To learn more, visit the show notes.
Apr 14, 2021 • 35min
136: Commitment with Tamara Kirby
When we commit to sobriety what does that mean? Why does it feel so scary? Why do we want a 'side-door' in case we don't like it? In this episode Veronica chats to Soberful coach Tamara about what commitment really means. To learn more, visit the show notes.
Apr 7, 2021 • 38min
135: Why We Count Days
Chip and Veronica explore why we celebrate sober birthdays, why we count the days of our sobriety. To learn more, visit the show notes.
Mar 31, 2021 • 41min
134: Adult Children of Alcoholics With Dr. Claudia Black
Veronica interviews world-renowned expert Dr. Claudia Black on the impact addiction has on children. Dr. Black outlines how adverse childhood experiences can manifest themselves in adulthood, how to recognise if this is your experience and how to change it. She also outlines what a functioning family looks like. To learn more, visit the show notes.
Mar 24, 2021 • 34min
133: When Does Sobriety Get Better?
'I stopped drinking three days ago - why isn't everything better?' Chip and Veronica explain the process of sobriety when you can start to expect to feel better, sleep better and enjoy sobriety. To learn more, visit the show notes.
Mar 17, 2021 • 36min
132: Relationships in Early Sobriety
Chip and Veronica discuss how romantic relationships in sobriety can often capsize us. They share how insecure and needy they were in early sobriety and how they navigated romantic relationships. They also offer tips on how to balance your sobriety with falling in love. To learn more, visit the show notes.
Mar 10, 2021 • 39min
131: Staying Sober After Lockdown
Many of our Soberful Life members have reached out to us asking for advice on staying sober after lockdown. In this episode, Chip and Veronica discuss why preparation is everything. Do the work now to make sure your sobriety is solid and make sure you have fun and socialise, as we are all going to need to do that when the pandemic finally ends. To learn more, visit the show notes.
Mar 3, 2021 • 41min
130: Creating a Safe Space for People of Color in Recovery With Grachelle Sherburne
Soberful diversity and inclusion consultant Grachelle Sherburne joins the podcast this week to discuss how addiction and sobriety differ for people of colour. She shares her wisdom and insight into improving outcomes for minorities and why her equine assisted therapy is an essential part of her practice. To learn more, visit the show notes.
