Ep. 69: The Healing Power of Nature in Sobriety w/ Your Sober Pal - Laura Van Antwerp

Sara and Heather sit down with Laura Van Antwerp, the founder of Your Sober Pal and YSP Adventures. Laura shares her inspiring sobriety journey, how her passion for the outdoors transformed her recovery, and how she created life-changing sober adventure retreats for women. Tune in to hear how nature, laughter, and connection can reignite your spirit and help you deepen your alcohol-free journey.

What You'll Learn:

• Laura’s personal story of finding sobriety and how it led to creating Your Sober Pal.
• How adventure retreats provide connection, healing, and clarity for people at all stages of sobriety.
• The power of community and why you don’t have to recover alone.
• Why nature is transformative in recovery, fostering presence, childlike wonder, and freedom.
• Sneak peeks into upcoming YSP Adventures retreats, including Pacific Northwest, the Smoky Mountains, and a potential Patagonia trip in 2025.

Key Takeaways:

1. Connection is Key: Sobriety is easier—and richer—when you’re not doing it alone.
2. Nature Heals: Time outdoors provides clarity, reduces stress, and rekindles joy and adventure without alcohol.
3. Adventure for All Levels: Whether you’re new to hiking or ready to backpack, there’s a space for you.
4. Say Yes: Signing up for a retreat, even when you’re nervous, can create life-changing friendships and memories.

Memorable Quotes:

• “Take sobriety seriously, but don’t take yourself too seriously. Laughter heals.” – Laura
• “Adventure and nature are the healthy substitutes for the excitement alcohol pretended to give us.” – Laura
• “I’ve never felt more connected to my sobriety than when I spent multiple days with like-minded women on this retreat.” – Sara

Upcoming YSP Adventures Retreats:

• Pacific Northwest Rainforest Adventure
• Smoky Mountains Retreat (Tennessee)
• Whitewater Rafting Adventure
• Lake Tahoe Adventure Retreat
• Potential international retreat in Patagonia

CLICK HERE for more details

How to Connect with Laura:

• Instagram: @yoursoberpal | @ysp_adventures
• TikTok: @yoursoberpal
• Website: YourSoberPal.com
• Newsletter: Sober Shenanigans for Booze-Free Baddies – Sign up on her website!

If you’ve been curious about reconnecting with yourself and other women in sobriety, check out the upcoming YSP Adventures retreats. Laura’s itineraries are out this week, CLICK HERE to see them so start planning your next life-changing adventure.

Resources Mentioned:

• Join The Daymakers Community for group coaching, resources, and connection
• Explore One-on-one coaching spots with Heather for personalized support.

• Sober Adventure Retreats through YSP Adventures.

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Upcoming Episodes:

• December 24: A special Christmas Eve episode with Heather.
• December 31: Goal setting and vision boards with Sara, just in time for the New Year!

Stay tuned for these episodes designed to keep you inspired through the holiday season and into a fresh, alcohol-free year.

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