The Sober Scoop
Welcome to The Sober Scoop [previously Hold My Drink], where model and creator, India Gants, gives advice and shares vulnerable stories about getting sober and staying sober. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday!
The Sober Scoop
Dating without alcohol | the harsh truth about sober dating
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Is dating in sobriety actually harder, or just more intentional? This episode explores the shift from "drunken confidence" to finding real confidence while navigating the dating world without liquid courage. I share the raw reality of overcoming anxiety to approach a stranger and why I’m finally prioritizing my own growth over the "back-to-back" relationship cycle. If you are navigating the sober dating scene, learn how to get your spark back and attract a partner who loves the true you.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Dating sober vs. the cycle of "drunken crazy nights".
04:20 – Why you’ll never feel 100% ready to date.
06:30 – Why security and confidence can look "unapproachable" to others.
11:00 – Creating a life of two "whole" people instead of two "broken" halves.
16:00 – The first time I approached a stranger without liquid courage.
21:15 – The "Scent" Theory: How to attract the right energy.
30:00 – Why your sobriety must always remain the priority.