the "alcohol free way" episode
(feat. Susie Streelman + Peggi Cooney)
Trigger Warning: All episodes discuss addiction, depression, anxiety, mental health and the recovery process in depth. If there is any additional triggering material that needs noting there will be mention at the beginning of the episode.
This week DeAnn is joined by two special guests that have made an impact in the alcohol free and/or sober curious movement. These normalizers are working to show us that alcohol free does not have to be boring and to help us build a new type of community that is smashing stigma.
Susie Streelman @zeroproofexperiences
Peggi Cooney @thissideofalcohol
Overcoming the sometimes newly found social anxiety we discover in sobriety
The joy of alcohol free socializing to build meaningful connection
We discuss Peggi's book, "This Side of Alcohol"
Susie and Peggi "Quit Lit" Recommendations
Susie and Peggi's sober jams
Upcoming sober in the city events
Learn more about Zero Proof Experiences here.
Susie Streelman is the passionate founder of Zeroproof Experiences, an innovative venture creating memorable “Sober in the City” weekend experiences which redefine the concept of fun without alcohol.
While Susie was a former imbiber of chardonnay, red blends and sauvignon blanc, she has moved from feeling reliant on alcoholic beverages for socializing, vacations, and special events to feeling empowerment in her newfound path.
With her unique perspective, Susie is dedicated to helping others discover the joy and freedom that come with an alcohol-free lifestyle. Through Zeroproof Experiences, she curates immersive events that celebrate life, connection and personal growth without the need for alcohol.
Why not join the movement to redefine social experiences? Together, let’s embrace a world where alcohol free choices are celebrated, connections are deepened, and joy is cultivated!
Peggi Cooney, Chief Connections Officer of ZPE is also a social work instructor/coach for UC Davis. She holds a MSW and spent 16 years in Child Welfare and Adult Protective Services. Peggi published her first book, This Side of Alcohol in November 2021. She is currently working on her next book about secondary traumatic stress and its effect on those in direct practice, such as social workers, health-care professionals and first responders. Peggi resides with her husband Paul in West Sacramento and Lake Almanor, California.
Resources:
Episode Mentions and Accounts to Follow:
@zeroproofexperiences @thissideofalcohol @theluckiestclub @artofgrowth @euphoric.af @sipple.co @laura_mckowen @youarenotstuck @thisnakedmind @alcoholexplained @anndowsettjohnstonofficial @joshthenonalcoholic
Bibliotherapy Books Mentioned:
We Are The Luckiest, By: Laura McKowen
You Are Not Stuck, By: Becky Vollmer
Euphoric, By: Karolina Rzadkowolska
This Naked Mind, By: Annie Grace
Alcohol Explained, By: William Porter
Drink, By: Ann Dowsett Johnston
Music Therapy Recovery Jams Mentioned:
Susie:
Prince, 1999
https://open.spotify.com/track/2H7PHVdQ3mXqEHXcvclTB0
Peggi:
Tones and I, Cloudy Day
https://open.spotify.com/track/0mA7zotmg2ZFMRALljdZsS?
