Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Where are all the alcohol-free people like me?” If so—you’re not alone.
One of the most common things I hear from my clients and community members is a deep desire for real-life, alcohol-free connections. We can do so much personal growth on our own, but true transformation often happens in community.
That’s why I’m so excited about this week’s podcast conversation with my friend and fellow alcohol-free trailblazer, Sarah Showard. Sarah is the founder of Tucson Sober Girlfriends, an incredible in-person group that’s become a thriving hub for connection, laughter, and support.
What started as a simple post inviting others to coffee has grown into a movement—one that now includes monthly meetups, regular events, and a sisterhood of sober support.
Sarah and I first met through a Sober in the City events and we also co-host The Sober Edge Book Club, where we’ve seen firsthand the power of alcohol-free connection—both online and in person. Sarah embodies the belief that you don’t have to wait for the perfect group to appear—you can create it yourself.
In this week’s episode, we dive into:
✨ What inspired Sarah to create her own meet-up group
✨ How to move from wanting community to actually building it
✨ Why in-person meetups are an important part of your alcohol-free journey
✨ Tools, mindset shifts, and simple steps to help you get started
Whether you’re newly alcohol-free, feeling disconnected, or just craving meaningful friendship without alcohol at the center, this episode is a gentle nudge—and a powerful reminder—that your people are out there. And sometimes, you get to be the one who brings them together.
Let Sarah’s story inspire you to take that next brave step—whether it’s inviting someone to coffee, starting a walk-and-talk group, or hosting your own alcohol-free event.
P.S. Want to join Sarah and me for deeper conversations, monthly book club meetups, and alcohol-free inspiration? You’re always welcome in The Sober Edge Book Club—click here to learn more.
