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35 | Staying Sober In Early Sobriety

Season 2, Ep. 11

In this episode, Dan and Tara talk about their experiences in early sobriety and what helped to keep them sober.



Both recovering alcoholics, Dad and Daughter duo Dan and Tara host this weekly sobriety and life-in-recovery focused podcast. With decades of alcohol abuse and sobriety under their belts, they come together to share the conversations they've been having for years about the disease they share, and about how they navigate life post-drink. Sober curious, alcoholics, non-alcoholic drinkers, and support persons for their loved ones welcome!


Have a sobriety related question you want answered? You can message them on Instagram!

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