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Sober Resources

Looking for support but unsure where to begin? Explore our comprehensive resource list to guide your journey.

Below is a carefully chosen selection of sobriety support groups, each offering a distinct approach to recovery. We know that new resources appear all the time, so we will continue adding fresh listings whenever we find something helpful. Our aim is to keep this page updated and relevant, giving you the best chance to discover the support that suits your own path to sobriety. Check back regularly to see what is new and to explore all the options available 

  • Twelve-Step Program (Free)
  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
  • The original Twelve-Step program designed to help individuals stop drinking. While it focuses on alcohol, many people with additional substance-use issues also attend AA meetings.
  • Alternative & Secular Groups (Free)
  • SMART Recovery
  • Science-based recovery program using cognitive-behavioural techniques for a range of addictions.

Below is a carefully chosen list of sober podcasts, each offering a variety of stories, insights and discussions that support a sober lifestyle. We know that new shows appear all the time, so we will add fresh recommendations whenever we discover something that might help your journey. Our aim is to keep this page updated and relevant, giving you the best chance to find the podcasts that resonate with your own path. Check back often to see what is new and to explore all the options available.

  • The Bubble Hour
  • Hosted by recovery advocates and featuring discussions on various aspects of sobriety, The Bubble Hour is known for its open conversations and interviews that explore the challenges and rewards of a sober life.
  • This Naked Mind
  • Annie Grace, author of This Naked Mind, examines the role of alcohol in our culture and uses science-based insights and personal stories to question commonly held beliefs, encouraging a more mindful relationship with drinking.
  • Soberful
  • Veronica Valli and Chip Somers share a blend of professional expertise and personal experience to guide listeners through the emotional and psychological aspects of addiction and long-term recovery.
  • Recovery Elevator
  • Focused on helping people navigate the early days of sobriety, Recovery Elevator offers motivational interviews and practical advice on overcoming cravings, changing habits, and building a fulfilling life without alcohol.
  • Sober Awkward
  • Run by hosts Vic and Lucy, this light-hearted yet honest podcast talks about the social and emotional quirks of living alcohol-free, embracing the sometimes awkward moments of early sobriety with humour and candour.
  • That Sober Guy
  • hane Ramer interviews guests with varied experiences, aiming to give straightforward solutions and insights for those seeking a better life without alcohol or drugs.
  • Over The Influence
  • Hosted by Sharon and Freddie, this podcast shines a spotlight on positive stories of alcohol-free living, offering encouragement and community for anyone seeking to cut down or fully quit drinking.
  • She Recovers
  • Part of the She Recovers movement, this podcast highlights women’s recovery experiences, mental health, and trauma, incorporating interviews with professionals, coaches, and community members who share diverse perspectives on healing.

Below is a carefully chosen list of sober literature, covering a range of memoirs, guides, and inspirational reads that explore the complexities of addiction and the benefits of an alcohol free life. We know that new titles are published all the time, so we will continue adding fresh recommendations as we discover them. Our aim is to keep this page updated and relevant, helping you find books that resonate with your personal experience, whether you are newly sober, have been sober for a while, or simply want to learn more. Check back often to see what has been added and explore all the options available.

  • This Naked Mind by Annie Grace
  • Uses science-based insights and personal stories to examine why we drink, challenging widely held beliefs about alcohol. Offers guidance for anyone who wishes to change their relationship with drinking.
  • Quit Like a Woman by Holly Whitaker
  • A modern take on sobriety and empowerment, highlighting cultural pressures around alcohol use. Encourages women to explore life without drinking and to reshape the narrative around addiction and self-care.
  • We Are the Luckiest by Laura McKowen
  • Part memoir and part inspiration, this book charts the author’s journey from heavy drinking to lasting sobriety. Emphasises the idea that a sober life can become a source of profound joy and personal growth.
  • Alcohol Explained by William Porter
  • Blends scientific research with clear explanations of how alcohol affects the mind and body. Provides practical advice for managing cravings and rethinking the role of alcohol in daily life.
  • The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober by Catherine Gray
  • Details the author’s personal story of leaving behind a toxic drinking habit and discovering the genuine benefits of sobriety. Balances honesty about the challenges with humour and optimism about the results.
  • Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget by Sarah Hepola
  • A candid memoir about the writer’s experiences with alcohol-induced blackouts. Examines how drinking can cloud self-awareness and offers insight into the freedom of life beyond addiction.
  • Drinking: A Love Story by Caroline Knapp
  • A classic memoir that delves into the emotional complexities of alcohol dependence. Shows how drinking can become entwined with identity and personal relationships, while reflecting on the path to recovery.
  • In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Maté
  • Focuses on the causes and underlying traumas of addiction, drawing on the author’s medical and therapeutic background. Offers compassion and deeper understanding for those seeking to break free from substance use.
  • Sunshine Warm Sober by Catherine Gray
  • A follow-up to The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober. Continues Catherine Gray’s exploration of life without alcohol, offering fresh insights, research, and personal stories about sustaining sobriety.
  • Life in Rehab
  • A frank look at the realities both the highs and the lows of residential treatment for addiction. Highlights the friendships formed, the difficulties faced, and the perspective gained from communal living in rehab.
  • Gloriously No One: Getting Sober… and Soberer by Bryony Gordon
  • Formerly titled Gloriously Rock Bottom in some editions. An engaging, humorous, and deeply honest account of motherhood, mental health struggles, and finally reaching a turning point in her drinking.