That Sober Guy Podcast

How to Quit Drinking for 30 Days (Step-by-Step Plan)

Thinking about quitting drinking for 30 days but not sure where to start? In this episode, I break down a simple, practical step-by-step plan to help men go alcohol-free for 30 days without white-knuckling it or relying on willpower alone. This isn't about perfection — it's about discipline, clarity, and building momentum. You'll learn: • Why most men fail to quit drinking• The biggest mistake guys make in the first week• How to prepare your environment for success• What to expect during the first 30 days• How to stay consistent when motivation drops If you're tired of starting over every Monday, this episode will give you a clear path forward. And if you're ready to take action, I created the 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — a simple daily plan designed to help men build discipline, improve performance, and gain control of their habits. Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Do I Stay Sober Without Feeling Like I'm Missing Out?

When you quit drinking, one of the biggest fears is this:Am I going to miss out on all the fun? In this episode, I talk honestly about the fear of missing out, and why sobriety doesn’t make life boring… it makes life better. I share how alcohol culture sells us the idea that drinking equals fun, why that belief is so hard to shake, and the mindset shifts that helped me realize I wasn’t missing out, I was leveling up. If you’ve ever worried that life without alcohol will feel dull, lonely, or restrictive, this episode will give you a new perspective and practical ways to enjoy life, stay social, and build a life you don’t need to escape from. In this episode, we cover:• Why FOMO is common in early sobriety• The truth about alcohol and fun• How to reframe the “I can’t drink” mindset• Ways to stay social and enjoy life without alcohol• Why sobriety gives you more, not less And if this topic resonates with you, be sure to check out my book,Sober Guy: How Do I? — Real Answers for Men Who Want to Quit Drinking and Win at Life, where I dive deeper into the exact strategies and mindset shifts we talk about in this episode. Because the truth is simple:You’re not missing out. You’re leveling up. Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Follow us on X @ThatSoberGuyPod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Do I Deal With Cravings and Triggers?

Let me paint you a picture. You walk into the grocery store for a normal errand… and suddenly the beer aisle lights up like a Christmas tree. You weren’t planning on drinking. You weren’t even thirsty. But out of nowhere, the craving hits. If you’ve ever found yourself negotiating with your own brain - "Maybe just one.""No, don’t do it.""Come on, you deserve it." -  then you know exactly what I’m talking about. In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we’re continuing the 4-week series from my book:Sober Guy: How Do I? — Real Answers for Men Who Want to Quit Drinking, Lead Strong, and Win at Life. We’re breaking down what cravings really are, why triggers happen, and the simple tools you can use to stay in control when the urge to drink shows up. Because here’s the truth:Cravings are normal. They’re temporary. And they don’t control you. In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why cravings and triggers happen (and why they’re not a sign of weakness)• The HALT method to identify what’s really driving the urge• The 5-minute rule that helps cravings pass• How to interrupt the pattern before you relapse• Simple strategies to stay strong in real-life situations If you’re trying to quit drinking, stay sober, or just want better tools to handle urges when they hit, this episode is for you. Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Follow us on X @ThatSoberGuyPod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Do I Deal With Stress Without a Drink?

Stress was one of my biggest drinking excuses. Rough day at work? I deserved a beer.Bills piling up? Couple drinks would “take the edge off.”Kids bouncing off the walls? Let’s drink about it. But here’s the truth I had to learn the hard way: alcohol never removed stress, it just delayed it. In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, I break down practical, real-life ways to handle stress without reaching for a drink. We’ll talk about why stress is such a powerful trigger, how drinking actually stacks stress instead of solving it, and the simple tools that help you stay calm, focused, and in control when life gets heavy. This episode is part of a special 4-week series from my book:Sober Guy: How Do I? — Real Answers for Men Who Want to Quit Drinking, Lead Strong, and Win at Life. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or tempted to drink when pressure hits — this one’s for you. You’ll learn:• Why stress triggers the urge to drink• How to reset your mind and body in minutes• The simple daily habits that reduce anxiety• How to respond to stress instead of escaping it Remember:Drinking made stress worse.Sobriety makes you sharper. Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking Tired of Drinking? Try Our 30 Day Quit Drinking Dude Challenge! - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Follow us on X @ThatSoberGuyPod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Do I Stay Social and Have Fun Without Alcohol?

One of the biggest fears men have when they think about quitting drinking is this: What happens to my social life? In this episode, Shane dives into Chapter 3 of his book Sober Guy, How Do I: Real Answers for Men Who Want to Quit Drinking, Lead Strong, and Win at Life and answers one of the most common questions guys ask when they start getting sober: How do I stay social without alcohol? You’ll learn practical strategies for navigating parties, work events, dinners, and nights out with confidence, without feeling awkward, isolated, or like the odd man out. Shane shares real-life experiences, mindset shifts, and simple tactics that make staying social without alcohol not only possible, but actually better. If you're worried that quitting drinking means losing your social life, this episode will change your perspective. Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Check out Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Tired of Drinking? Try Our 30 Day Quit Drinking Dude Challenge! - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.