How Do I STAY SOBER For The HOLIDAYS? - (Episode 188)

[@ProgFanification]

Thanks!

[@GettingSoberAgain]

My goodness, what an amazing blessing🙏🙏🙏 I am extremely grateful for your generosity 🫂 Thank you so much

[@ml2054]

A few videos back I commented that I was a couple weeks sober and now I’m proud to say that I’m almost 3 months sober 🙏

[@GettingSoberAgain]

HECK YEAH 3 MONTHS BABY LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

[@timburton9514]

Congratulations!

[@nickborrrego]

@@ml2054 nice work 👊🏼

[@luke-b8k]

HECK YEAH!!!!! WAY TO GOOOOOOOO!!!!!!

[@gena6827]

yay. this is my second sober xmas and Thanksgiving. it gets better

[@rondipotter]

53 days,sticking around!!!!!

[@ArturMicolisin]

Seven and a half months , all for my wife and daughter and totally because of this guy right here Thank you Jay

[@GettingSoberAgain]

🫂🫂🫂♥️♥️♥️🫂🫂🫂

[@DaphneSeherrie]

I just need to stay sober for Christmas and New Year, then I will be celebrating my 1st year of sobriety on 2nd of January 2025. I am super proud of myself for staying sober through all the birthdays, weddings, barbeques, family gatherings etc, etc.. I am greatful for being sober through it all.

[@GettingSoberAgain]

You my friend = AWESOME

[@timburton9514]

Christmas Day will be one year sober for me. Congratulations!! This channel helps.

[@going4sober]

Wow…that’s awesome!

[@hollywilson738]

@@DaphneSeherrie you got this! Eye on the prize!

[@RinoSchiavoCampo]

You got this. You have the skills and the knowledge.

[@georgiab4024]

First holiday season sober. 50 days clean today. Thankfully my family is so supportive and I'm not worried about any alcohol being in the house for the holidays. Looking forward to continuing in my sobriety recovery. I love watching your videos, thank you for all you do. You are a lighthouse to some people 💓

[@CicinhoHardrock]

I'm 15 days sober, it will be my first holidays sober and I'm looking forward to it. I already went to 3 parties where people were drinkin and I could get by all right, so I hope the holidays will not be a problem staying sober. 😀

[@gabrielleburton3287]

Hello, everyone! I made it past my 30 days..longest in over 5 years 🎉. I'm glad I started this sobriety BEFORE the holidays, it's going to be so fun see them from the other side (January 2nd!) and saying "I did it!". I'll be watching videos throughout to stay strong ❤

[@angelaweiss846]

First holiday sober. Seven days here and no cravings whatsoever. I have prayed on this a long time and I believe God is guiding me. Feeling better each day but trouble sleeping.

[@Travel2Vibes]

Today is 70 days sober. Looking forward to a sober holiday season. Thanks for all the support and encouraging words Jay. This community does help. And I look forward to every episode.

[@SamEspen]

Ill be staying sober for the holidays ✋🏽👍🏽

[@Leo88v]

@@SamEspen 🙂 Stay true to yourself 🙂

[@chrisrubyliz]

I'm here again! I'll keep trying 🙏

[@brucegold5046]

Two years Sober now----a big part due to this Channel. One thing Jae said In a Video he did in November Two years ago------was to make your New Years Sober resolution during the month of November. That way----when New Years day arrives----you're 40 days ahead of everyone else. For whatever reason----that was the Comment that clicked. I made it those 40 days---and just kept going. I'm grateful & proud of myself for getting my act together----and I love waking up Saturday & Sunday without being trashed. The best part is being productive & not wasting time recovering from hangovers.

[@mattc825]

That’s cool to hear about your Mom’s success! Happy for you and her.

[@rodriguezpedro01]

I'm ,and I will be staying sober ...13th month now. And counting.

[@oklahomajim]

I'm grateful for you my friend. Thank you Jae

[@hazeldaniels2540]

Hi Jae ; Hey I’m 1374 days SOBER today still hanging in ; Thanks for the support from this channel ; All I can say is that it’s One Day At A Time ; Thanks again ….

[@luke-b8k]

Not me first sober holiday..........BUT it has been a long minute since i was sober over the holidays..... Hallelujah!!!!!!! day 37

[@IZG]

God willing first holidays sober after 30+ years. Happy holidays everyone!!

[@gabrielleburton3287]

@@IZG Can't wait to hear your excitement about your success on January 2nd. You will be inspirational to others around you..watch!! 🤘

[@IZG]

@gabrielleburton3287 Thanks. You help a lot of people. Keep up the good work!!

[@vala1277]

I'm grateful to never get hangovers anymore, and to look young and healthy compared to when I was drinking, and I'm grateful for other sober people, especially the ones who have been sober a long time because they are inspiring. I'm also grateful for my memory getting better and better since I got sober. It's nice to remember where I put things.

[@somersetcace1]

It's `simple` to stay sober over the holidays. Don't pick up the first drink. Yeah, I know it's a lot easier said than done, but it really is that simple. Sure, there are things you can do to help. A lot of helpful stuff in this video, but in the end, it comes down to just don't do it. Call a friend, chain yourself to a wall, whatever you have to do. If you're forced to be in a situation where alcohol is readily available and being consumed, having someone there that understands the situation is a big help too. Even having someone you can call/text in the moment can be the difference between success and relapse. To all of you, but especially those who haven't been sober very long but are working on it, I wish you the best! It `does` get easier.

[@carloswithac]

Day 25 sober so far. I drank out of boredom mostly. Enjoying good sleep and better mood now.

[@timburton9514]

Today marks 11 months sober for me!

[@RinoSchiavoCampo]

It is so nice to see all the new sobriety here. I hope that everyone finds the joy in an alcohol free life. That the constant use of willpower gives way to joy and serenity. I have learned that all the cliché's are true and that time does run out. I am saddened by the lost people. I am saddened that my parents never knew me as a sober adult. Arguably, they never knew me as an adult at all. It does all come crashing down. Time runs out, with no warning. I have learned that I cannot control anything outside myself, so all I can say is keep coming back! 397 days.

[@thecategoricalcringeperative]

Grateful for you, Jay!!! You have no idea how much you’ve changed lives. ❤

[@GettingSoberAgain]

I hope to be positively shocked one day 🙏

[@Dereece10]

Absolutely love the motivation and Good vibes around here, Jae. Much appreciated brother 👌🏾

[@GettingSoberAgain]

You know me 😁

[@dianemcmahan5159]

Thank you Jae 👏🏼 your conversation on recovery is pure inspiration. Hug 🫂 Hug peace and 💗 love.

[@ericmoore6769]

Second sober thanksgiving in a row for me

[@ScottySkippin]

This is going to be first holiday season sober, never thought I would do it, recently went to one of my best friends weddings and didn't drink so I'm super confident. There is no better excuse to get absolutely smashed than a wedding, I've reached tipping point with alcohol at 30 years old, its a NET negative always.

[@Beh0ldas0n]

Thank you for this video and for being consistent. I always get anxious around holidays. But I'm trying to shift anxiety to excitement. I get to show up sober and strong in my faith. It's a blessing 😅 Happy Thanksgiving Jae 🦃🍽️ God bless you and family 💙🙏🏼

[@stephencarson7411]

oh boi, this is my first season sober... wish me luck lol

[@jeffreyjohnmann]

Some things that helped me get through the holidays last year (my first sober holiday season!) was making sure I had fun alcohol-free drinks on hand at every get-together. I would bring fizzy water drinks like Bubly or LaCroix, or NA Beers (these trigger some folks in sobriety but not me). At every dinner or party everybody is gonna have a drink in their hand, so make sure YOU have something safe with you so you won't feel left out & people won't keep asking you if you want a drink. Also I made sure I had an "escape plan" at every holiday event, so if I started feeling like I wanted to drink I could leave whenever I wanted to. Drive yourself, or make sure you have an Uber or other way to split if things get weird for you. Those two things made a big difference for me.

[@SamEspen]

Thank you for you, thank you for this video, thank you for my cats, my bed, street lights, my car, my house etc!

[@cko8643]

SamEspen love this comment!

[@GettingSoberAgain]

I know you're bored enough at work to elaborate on your "etc" lol.. Maybe you're also grateful for the JOB INTERVIEW TOMORROW at 1130am???

[@SamEspen]

@@GettingSoberAgain ABSOLUTELY!!! Thank you for running water, my family, street lights, trees, flowers, frisbee golf, my bicycle, walks, nature, exercise, air, lights, candles, blankets, 70 degree weather in November 😭😭♥️

[@zenamcclusky]

im so grateful to hsve found this channel. thank you jae. im grateful for my bed, im grateful for a safe place to sleep, im grateful for my fire and warmth, im grateful for the help i receive from friends and strangers, im grateful for the healthy food i get to eat, im grateful for the clothes i wear and the shoes on my feet and the socks even! im grateful for a home to live in, im grateful for a washing machine, im grateful for running water i can drink, im grateful for ny legs to walk and dance and my arms to hug and touch and create with, im grateful for the divine creator and the pure beauty of nature all around; the trees, animals, oceans and im grateful mostly today for going to sleep sober and waking up with a clear head...truly i love waking like that and im so grateful to you all 🥰

[@GettingSoberAgain]

How often do people show gratitude for socks?! If you can appreciate the small things, the big things will be even better 🫂 GREAT LIST!

[@zenamcclusky]

❤🙏 🧦 😁

[@katmom9660]

I'm so proud of the amazing person you've become! I thank God for blessing me with you!❤❤❤Kat Mom

[@robertaprilmaclean9258]

I am going into this Thanksgiving and Holidays 20 days sober. This will be my first holiday season sober! I am looking forward to it and on edge about getting through it sober...

[@sabo6070]

I’m grateful for the joy sobriety brings. It’s kinda like being a kid again, where you knew how to have fun and be happy and never sought out alcohol to be happy. I’m happy for the holidays and don’t need alcohol to celebrate. Good luck to everyone, you all deserve the gift of sobriety. ❤

[@jeffreyjohnmann]

I’m thankful for over 1 year alcohol free ❤ 9-11-2023 was my sober starting date!

[@Sherry-t5r]

Amen to all those grateful things! This will be my first sober holidays 😊

[@hazelmanungo3668]

I am grateful to be alive and that l am working on myself.

[@derekhath380]

Thanks for this video Jae. :) 2nd year sober during the holidays ... day 697 today. Super thankful to God that He welcomed me back from the prodigal son alcohol pig pen to be His child. So, now I get to be on a journey to be the best version of me I can be. :) Sticking to my routine of 0700 AA meeting every day, working out daily and sticking close to sober peeps.

[@ProgFanification]

I am so grateful for these videos and for the many encouraging comments. I am 65 years old and after many years of drinking too much and many attempts to cut back I am now on day 17 sober. The first 7-10 days were pretty rough but since then it has been getting better and better and I am already noticing health improvement: lower blood pressure, lost five pounds, waking up more alert. I've been watching your videos almost every day and they really help fight off the temptations! Happy Thanksgiving!😊

[@lee80973]

Hey. I’m a new subscriber and a 2 weeks sober. I came across your video because I’m enjoying being sober but I know this of year is going to be challenging. I haven’t told anyone I’ve gone sober but I know ppl are going to contact me to go drinking. Im determined not to go back though.

[@Kevin64123]

My bad Jae!

[@chrisrubyliz]

I'm grateful for the life I have now, and want to do all I can to make it last! Thanks Jae x

[@brutalplanet7BoonesOverstock]

My weight has gone from 224 to 182 since August 19th. I listen to these videos weekly, exercise daily and focus on making healthy choices. After about 3-4 years of bad choices, this feels so rewarding. Thank you for Jae and this community.

[@GettingSoberAgain]

What an uplifting and powerful story! You deserve every amazing benefit. I think you weigh less than I do lol

[@monaaubry3272]

I am grateful for you Jae. Thanks for all your encouraging videos and always being here at any time for me to visit and hear positive advice. I pray your Thanks Giving is blessed full of happiness and love.

[@omgeoh]

I stayed sober during a 2 week Europe trip to celebrate my wife's 30th. If I could do that then the holidays are a cake walk lol I hit 6 months 12/14.

[@katmom9660]

Im so proud of the person you've become & all the people you bless thru this channel! Most of all, Im thankful God blessed me with such a wonderful son, youre the reason why i smile❤❤❤

[@GettingSoberAgain]

@@katmom9660 🥰🥰🥰LOVE YOU🥰🥰🥰

[@christ3831]

My family played drinking games for holidays. My first attempt at sobriety holiday, my parents tempted me with the “ahh it’s just a couple and it’s Christmas” bs. My wife and I were pretty mad and appalled

[@aleksandraziva157]

i fkd up 3 times this month but for some reason i didnt get drunk just got jealous of everyone going out on friday night and i never am allowed i never have time so i grabbed a blanket after my son went to bed got my cats on the sofa and made myself a glass of mulled wine with cinnamon and sugar and watched the big bang theory and went to bed after 1am. my very own pitty party... did this once a week on friday not proud but at least i didnt get drunk i guess..

[@GettingSoberAgain]

Worse pity parties have been thrown lol

[@daniellesmith3633]

Thank you for these videos. This will be my first holiday season sober and it’s a bit scary but also empowering. I have 89 days clean today 🙏 I’m grateful I got treatment, my health, my life, my faith, my family and friends.

[@EM-ep6bh]

Grateful for this channel,Jae! 💙

[@beyuwallace]

First holiday season sober. I’m excited to show them. I cannot be like them only wine around these times. But I cannot drink normal. I feel better each day since j recently stopped. But after the year each day bender with endless amounts of time, money and women to make the environment perfect for addiction.

[@mikelobrien]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, Jae! Thanks for this awesome KZbin Channel. 🙂

[@rosealexander6630]

Last Holiday season was hard but I made it through sober. It was my first sober holiday in 30 years! It was fabulous and this year I am hoping it will be easier. I am doing so much better emotionally, and physically.

[@Valsveryown]

Thank you, Jae! I am grateful for this channel. For your inspiring words and videos! I am grateful to be on day 57 going into the holidays! I got this!

[@HoustonShutterCenter]

Grateful and thankful my life is manageable for 1.5 years,,,2nd thx giving sober

[@LilLeezy]

I’ve been waiting for this video 😊

[@Lacking_something]

Wish i could lock myself away but Xmas requires socialising when you're married. I was sober from nov 23 to sep 24, so it is possible to stay sober during xmas

[@Kevin64123]

This will be my first holiday to not drink.WOW!!!I will be spending the holidays alone.Im glad I enjoy my own company.Thanks Jay!

[@hellboygvp]

Sol 1235 days and going strong

[@carolmccabe4359]

I’m grateful from you

[@EmilyHartley25989]

New to this channel but I like your voice and the calm vibe. On Day 3. Since I was 16, the longest I have gone is 33 days and I'm now 41. I know how much I could still achieve if I stop now but feel a lot of grief for all the wasted time and underachievement caused by self-doubt and alcohol. I look forward to watching more of the videos along the journey to a new and better life 😊

[@jars8969]

I hope everyone is having a safe holiday season 👍🏾👍🏾

[@jimlyreman5869]

Happy Thanksgiving! This is my first Holiday without alcohol!!

[@jamiecarroll-schmidt7260]

I just need to be sober for this Christmas with out my dad

[@samantharivera4113]

still sober again......talk about 1 day at a time is just that 18 days and going

[@Jac-pd3kr]

This is my 15th Thanksgiving sober. Sobriety always 1st & if that meant avoiding situations that were a threat I didn’t go to holiday celebrations. I knew if I continued on that old road I would wind up dead or in prison. Early sobriety was tough but I had to change or nothing changes. Everyone has had a day #1, week #1 in sobriety & you can do it. If I can get & stay sober so can You . God Bless

[@jonathanrebolloso5170]

First holiday sober

[@CP-np4rw]

❤

[@Bda28590]

I relapsed yesterday. Unfortunately, it would have been 2 months and 3 days. The reason why I gave in I have been dealing with sciatica pain. To the point we're my left leg is pretty much paralyzed and burning to my to toes no feeling. And feels like some one took a 2×4 to my lower back. That's the main pain and dealing with winter depression. Question is, Is one day relapsed pretty much start my clock over? Because I was doing it for mainly pain. Thank you for who ever reads this and gives me answers. 🙏

[@kjbroo838]

Sober 2.5 years. Celebrated Thanksgiving with my in-laws and 25 people I mostly didn't know. It was my 2nd big get-together after my son's dry wedding. They were social drinking. It was scary and uncomfortable making small talk. I socialized as much as I could (barely), ate, then went to take a "nap" /hide for 3 hours. Progress?

[@GettingSoberAgain]

I'd say so. One of the things that I think is important for all of us to remember is: Alcohol doesn't have control over your social skills, your vocabulary, Your charm or your intelligence. You are all of those things with or without alcohol. So make it a point to challenge yourself to be the best version of yourself, work through the initial awkwardness until socializing sober becomes your new Norm.

[@gwillis01]

hello Jae

[@pbc1232]

Hey, Jae. Quick question. How do you take yourself seriously? As someone who's tried sobriety (and failed) I find it hard to believe the things I say. Have you been there, and how can I approach this feeling moving forward? I'm again on Day 1, and want this time to be different.

[@GettingSoberAgain]

To quote one of the best villains, Heath Ledger's joker: "why so serious?" also, I don't really understand the context of your question. Do you mean how do I take myself serious as a KZbin sobriety host? The answer to that particular question is: I know I have a great opportunity to help people to improve and change their lives. That in and of itself is a serious task, and I put great effort into these videos so that they may continue to impact people for many days, weeks, months, years and decades to come. as far as believing what you say, it's just a matter of practicing what you preach. another great quote from The joker that we can all apply to our lives is: "I'm a man of my word"

[@gwillis01]

Every sober day is a win. When you keep promises to yourself, you will feel better.

[@gwillis01]

Check out the ancient videos on this channel. Jae talked about self doubt and anxiety more frequently in his first hundred videos. As expected, he had more self doubt in year one of his sobriety than he does now

[@pbc1232]

Thank you both for the quick reply. It helped a lot. :)@@GettingSoberAgain ​@gwillis01