“I would encourage you: be informed - knowledge is power.”
— Matt Bevin

Books:

  • Alcohol Explained - William Porter

  • This Naked Mind - Annie Grace

  • The unexpected Joy of being sober - Catherine Gray

  • Mrs. D is going without - Lotta Dann

  • The Sober Diaries (Chardonnee) - Clare Pooley

  • Ontwijnen - Jacqueline van Lieshout

  • De geest uit de fles - Jacqueline van Lieshout

  • Sinds ik niet meer drink - Evi Hanssen

  • Onverdoofd leven in 3D - Koos van Plateringen

Podcasts:

  • Take a break with Rachel Hart

  • Sober Awkward

  • Wat wil je drinken?

  • Eerlijk over alcohol

Communities/Programs/Challenges:

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Reading books and articles or listening to podcasts can be a great way to get started and keep moving towards your goals. Many people have been where you are now and have valuable experiences to share. Their stories can offer valuable insights, inspiration and motivation.

And you don’t have to figure everything out on your own. Online communities, challenges and coaching can offer encouragement, practical advice and a sense of connection along the way.

Here, you’ll find a selection of books, podcasts, websites, communities and other resources that may be helpful. It’s a small collection, but I hope you’ll find something that resonates with you, whether in English or Dutch.

Do you have a recommendation to share? I’d love to hear from you and add it to the list.

Coaching:

Coaching in the Algarve (Theo Hordijk) For online/personal coaching
(in English and Dutch).
Email: algarvecoaching@gmail.com

Lucy Hall Online Sober Coach in English.
Email: lucy@carnelias.com