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E233: What Happens When the Pink Cloud Fades?
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In early sobriety, everything feels possible. You’re sleeping better, your skin looks great, and the world seems full of hope—that’s the “pink cloud.” But what happens when that high starts to fade?
In this episode of the Sober Friends podcast, Matt and Steve dive into the emotional crash that can come after the early euphoria wears off. We talk about why it happens (hello, brain chemistry), how to prepare for it, and what tools you’ll need to stay sober when life gets messy again. From getting a sponsor to finding a community, this conversation is full of real-life experience and practical advice to help you navigate the hard parts—and keep your recovery strong when the cloud lifts.
Whether you’re on the pink cloud or watching it drift away, this episode is for you.
Love the show? Stay connected between episodes with the Sober Friends Dispatch—our Substack newsletter packed with real stories, honest reflections, and tools to help you live your best sober life.
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Manage episode 491863860 series 2488483
In early sobriety, everything feels possible. You’re sleeping better, your skin looks great, and the world seems full of hope—that’s the “pink cloud.” But what happens when that high starts to fade?
In this episode of the Sober Friends podcast, Matt and Steve dive into the emotional crash that can come after the early euphoria wears off. We talk about why it happens (hello, brain chemistry), how to prepare for it, and what tools you’ll need to stay sober when life gets messy again. From getting a sponsor to finding a community, this conversation is full of real-life experience and practical advice to help you navigate the hard parts—and keep your recovery strong when the cloud lifts.
Whether you’re on the pink cloud or watching it drift away, this episode is for you.
Love the show? Stay connected between episodes with the Sober Friends Dispatch—our Substack newsletter packed with real stories, honest reflections, and tools to help you live your best sober life.
👉 Subscribe for free at soberfriendspod.substack.com
📫 Get more honest conversations about sobriety delivered to your inbox! Subscribe to The Sober Friends Dispatch, our weekly newsletter where we go beyond the podcast to share real strategies for alcohol-free living. Join our community by clicking here.
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