Episode 038: Doing Big Things Without Alcohol
In this episode of I Quit Wine, I’m sharing all about a huge personal milestone—my son’s wedding—and how I navigated the entire multi-day celebration completely alcohol-free.
Yes, three days of events (pre-wedding, the big day, and post-wedding celebrations), surrounded by champagne toasts and clinking wine glasses—and I didn’t drink a drop. And the best part? I had a brilliant time. I danced, I laughed, I connected, and I woke up feeling fresh every morning (unlike some others, bless them!).
Here’s what I cover in this episode:
💃 My personal experience
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How I stayed sober at such a big event, and the tiny wobble I had—and how I moved through it.
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What helped me the most, including great alcohol-free drinks (yes, there was AF wine, beer, and cocktails!).
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One little hiccup—my non-alcoholic wine got switched for the real thing by mistake. I’ll tell you what happened and how I handled it.
🌟 The benefits of staying alcohol-free at events
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Waking up clear-headed and energised
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Feeling confident and present (no second-guessing anything I said or did!)
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Fully enjoying the dancing and celebration without any fuzzy moments
🥂 Why inclusivity for non-drinkers matters
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A big shout-out to events that make non-drinkers feel just as welcome
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Why just offering water isn’t enough
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The power of choice when it comes to drinks—and how it actually encourages more people to skip the booze
🛠 My top tips for navigating events alcohol-free
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What to plan ahead (spoiler: know your drinks, your answers, and your exits!)
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Why focusing on the joy and connection makes such a difference
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How to feel empowered, even when you’re the only one not drinking
🎉 Exciting news!
I’m launching a brand new 90-day support program called the IQW Collective. It brings together the best bits of my previous programs (like the IQW Academy and IQW Freedom Formula) and offers both group and one-to-one support.
If you’re ready to quit or take a break from alcohol—or if you just want to feel more confident at events without relying on wine—this could be just the thing for you.
Want early access or to find out more?
Email me at iqwwithsarah@gmail.com and I’ll send you the details before the official launch (which I’ll talk more about in the next episode).
Thanks for listening. If you’re facing your own big event and wondering how to handle it without wine, know that you can do it—and it can be even better than you imagined.