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!
Episodes
107 episodes
British vs. American drinking culture
Is sobriety even a "thing" in the UK? Because I feel that having a drinking problem is so normalized over there -and maybe not even viewed as a problem. This episode explores the differences between American and British drinking culture, drawin...
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Becoming isolated in sobriety | introverts vs. extroverts
It has come to my attention that I'm not the only one who has kind of isolated in sobriety... and NOT in a bad way. I just genuinely love being by myself, and I value deeper, meaningful connections over hanging out with random acquaintances.
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Days 30-90: the hardest stage of sobriety
We think that because we survived the first month, everything is going to be smooth sailing from there. But unfortunately for me and many others, it only got harder after 30 days. It's like "real" sobriety sets in, and the high wears off... Emo...
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Why Dry January doesn’t prepare you for long-term sobriety
Dry January is a break. Sobriety is a commitment. In today’s episode, we’re talking about why the strategies have to change when there’s no finish line in sight, and how to shift from a temporary Dry Jan mindset to an indefinite life of sobriet...
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"High functioning alcoholic" - jail, death, or sobriety
If I had stayed on the path I was on, it was going to end one of three ways: jail, death, or sobriety. And I’m so grateful I chose sobriety.Just because I’d been lucky so far didn’t mean my drinking wasn’t going to catch up with me, it j...
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Weight lifting: a beginner's guide
In today's episode, we are talking about weight lifting, protein, and building muscle. So much of my journey has been about fitness and nutrition, in addition to sobriety, so I wanted to dedicate an episode to talking about weight lifting and h...
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When does it get easier?
When we're navigating sobriety, it can feel like it's NEVER going to get easier. But I'm here to tell you that it does! And there are things we can do along the way to make it feel easier, faster. In today's episode, we explore sobriety timelin...
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How to make sobriety your #1 priority
I talk all the time about making sobriety your #1 priority, but what does that actually look like? How do you move through life with alcohol at the top of your priorities list? Today, we're diving into HOW to make sobriety #1. Because if sobrie...
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Tips for Dry January and surviving your first month sober
In today's episode, I'm giving you some tips to help you make it through your first month alcohol-free (whether that's for Dry January or for long-term sobriety). The first month is definitely an adjustment, so by the end of this episode, I hop...
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What 30 days alcohol-free does for the body
It’s pretty incredible how much the body can recover in just 30 days without alcohol -whether that’s sobriety or something like Dry January. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the science behind what actually happens inside your body during ...
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Craving alcohol? Listen to this episode.
Merry Christmas Scoop Troop :) I wanted to create an episode that walks you through a craving in real time, so feel free to come back to this anytime you’re thinking about drinking and need a little encouragement to not pick up the booze.
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The best time to quit drinking is NOW
If you've ever said, "How did I let myself get to this point?" -this episode is for you. I'm going to help relieve you of the guilt associated with wishing you had quit earlier. Yes- the best time to quit drinking was 5 years ago... but the nex...
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Dating without alcohol | the harsh truth about sober dating
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 ov...
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How to know when it's time to quit dinking
In this episode of The Sober Scoop, we're tackling the big question: How do you know if it's finally time to quit drinking?If you're in that "sober curious" zone and not sure whether to take the plunge, I'm sharing the signs that signale...
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Cool girls don't drink | sobriety is chic!
There is an elegance and sophistication to NOT drinking: that espresso after dinner, that diet coke with the lemon wedge, that bougie mocktail.... it's elevated, it's chic, and if you choose to not drink -you are ahead of the curve!Today...
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Thinking you could drink again? You're not alone.
We've all had that thought... "Ok, I'm far enough into my sobriety where I could probably have a drink again right?" Wrong. In today's episode, I will give you a few reasons why you do not want to pick up that drink -even if you think you "coul...
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Is sobriety BORING?
So many people think sobriety is boring… but what if the opposite is true? In this episode, I break down why getting sober isn’t about giving up fun — it’s about finally seeing your life clearly. When you’re not drinking, you don’t lose your pe...
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How I lost 50lbs | fitness, nutrition, sobriety & more
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S6HmklB-3jQ?si=zNdrTbkhSRy1pzPFIn this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how I lost 50 pounds—and kept it off. I’m sharing the real habits that changed my body and my life: strength traini...
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Thankful for sobriety :)
Happy Thanksgiving! Today I’m sharing the many things sobriety has given me — from clearer mental space to better digestion, deeper sleep, and everything in between. Sobriety has completely transformed my life, and this episode is a reminder of...
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Just stay sober TODAY | "one day at a time" actually works
Thinking about sobriety in terms of forever can feel overwhelming. Promising yourself you’ll never drink again is intimidating — but you don’t have to. Your only job is to stay sober today.In this episode, I talk about taking sobriety on...
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THE FIRST 3 DAYS: a survival guide
The first three days of sobriety are incredibly hard, and I get asked all the time how to make it through day three. It makes sense -your body and mind are adjusting to a big change, both physically and emotionally.In this episode, I sha...
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The media's impact on Alcoholism | Is the media glorifying drinking problems?
In this episode, I’m breaking down how deeply the media has shaped our perception of alcohol. From scripted shows to reality TV, we’re constantly shown characters using alcohol to cope, unwind, survive stress, or numb uncomfortable emotions — a...
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How to survive the holidays in sobriety
The holidays can be… a lot. Between catching up with people you only see once a year, awkward small talk, and a glass of something in everyone’s hand, it’s no wonder this season can feel tricky -especially without the “liquid courage.” In this ...
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The Truth About Alcohol: 10 Facts that will make you never want to drink again
We’ve all heard that “a glass of wine a day is good for you,” but what if that’s one of the biggest health myths out there? In this episode, I’m breaking down 10 science-backed truths about alcohol -from how it impacts your brain, immunity, and...
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