Sober Mixology: The Art of Enjoying Nonalcoholic Life

In this special episode of Sober Is Dope, I explore the exciting world of Sober Mixology, sharing the best nonalcoholic and alcohol-free beverages that help you unwind, stay social, and enjoy life without drinking.

This episode is sponsored by Kava Haven, one of my favorite nonalcoholic spirits with refreshing hints of lemon and ginger. Whether you are sober curious, living a health-conscious lifestyle, or in long-term recovery, you will discover how to level up your nights out, self-care routines, and celebrations without alcohol.

1. Better Sleep and Energy – Wake up refreshed without hangovers.

2. Mental Clarity and Focus – Stay sharp and creative.

3. Emotional Balance – Reduce anxiety and mood swings.

4. Health and Longevity – Protect your liver, heart, and immune system.

5. Fitness and Weight Friendly – Lower calories and no empty sugar spikes.

6. Confidence in Social Settings – Enjoy the night without impairment.

7. Supports Recovery and Sober Curiosity – Build a lifestyle of freedom and wellness.

Benefits of Going Nonalcoholic

After losing her husband in March 2020, Nicky Wake transformed her personal journey through grief, loss, and alcohol-free reinvention into a mission to help others find love and connection. On Sober is Dope, Nicky shares how she created platforms like Chapter 2 Dating (for widows and widowers ready for love), SoberLove (a dating app for those choosing alcohol-free relationships), and WidowsFire, which explores intimacy and desire after bereavement. Nicky’s story is a powerful testament to how we can turn pain into purpose and build meaningful connections, even after unimaginable loss.

Highlights

• Facing grief head-on and rebuilding a life after loss

• Why sobriety became a turning point on her healing journey

• Launching multiple platforms to help others find love and connection

• Coping with loneliness and the stigma around grief and dating

• How Nicky continues to inspire others through advocacy and community

Known to more than a million followers as the Crappy Childhood Fairy, Anna Runkle has spent 30 years helping people heal symptoms of childhood trauma and break free from isolation. In this episode, Anna shares her personal story, her groundbreaking techniques for regulating the nervous system, and lessons from her upcoming book, CONNECTABILITY: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People, and Feel (At Last) Like You Belong. We discuss how disconnection often stems from early trauma, why so many people struggle with relationships, and daily strategies for building secure, lifelong connections.

Highlights

• Understanding how early trauma affects adult relationships

• Identifying and overcoming “covert avoidance”

• Daily nervous system regulation tools that change lives

• How to repair trust, set boundaries, and build confidence

• Ending isolation and developing deep, meaningful relationships