There is a Solution ft. Mario

Hey there, Super Soberheroes! Today's episode features the remarkable Jim G, sharing his experience, strength, and hope with over four decades of sobriety.

Steve's Gratitude:

• Engaging with Also Youth, a haven for Queer youth, sharing my experiences in leadership with the next generation of fabulousness!
• Sharing my story at Harvest, my church, during Storyteller Sunday, exploring unexpected journeys in leadership and faith. 

Jim's Interview:

• Introduction to Drinking
• Exploration of Early Drinking Experience
• Initial Experiences in the LGBTQ+ Community
• Involvement in Sex Work and Pornography
• Turning Point: (Content Warning) Being raped while intoxicated
• Transformation and Acceptance
• Separating Sex from Alcohol and Drugs
• Show and Tell with Jim's Chip and 2nd Edition Big Book
• Sex work during the AIDS epidemic
• Jim's beliefs on spirituality and destiny in favor of traditional religious views
• Embracing our self-worth and authenticity
• And much more!

Friend Jim on Facebook @ James-John Salvatore Gigliello or on Instagram @dr_gruff_daddy

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Steve welcomes back friend of the podcast and best selling quit-lit author, Charlie Gray, to discuss how creating, publishing, and marketing his "Charlie and The Frog" trilogy impacted his sobriety.

Topics discussed include:

• What are you grateful for today?
• Charlie's "zany" journey to sobriety.
• Picking up the pen the first time
• Turning a book into a trilogy
• How the creative process changed Charlie's life.
• How the publishing and marketing process impacted him.
• What would a “Lost Chapter” to one of the books look like?
• How has life changed since the trilogy?
• Turning addictions and struggles into metaphor with The Phantom Maverick.
• What’s to come on Charlie's Heroes Journey

A huge thank you to Charlie Gray for sharing his journey and insights with us today. You can find his books, including "At Least I’m Not The Frog," "The Frog’s Bottle," "The Frog No More," and his latest release, "The Phantom Maverick," wherever books are sold, including here:

At Least I'm Not The Frog: https://a.co/d/gcCMy36
The Frog's Bottle: https://a.co/d/6Su5zfF
The Frog No More: https://a.co/d/gBZeoRk
The Phantom Maverick: https://a.co/d/dt1ZpIc

Follow Charlie on Instagram at @hismajestycharles3rd and us wherever you social @gayapodcast , and e-mail me to get involved at steve@sobersteve.com

1,000 days sober – a milestone that's more than just a number; it's an accomplishment that takes resilience, community, and the power of embracing my authenticity! Join me on this episode as I dive deep into the highs and lows of my journey from addiction to recovery, shedding light on the peaks and valleys along the way, the lessons I've learned, and my hopes for what is to come.

🌈 Reflecting on a Queer Childhood:

•   Unveiling the struggles and triumphs of growing up queer and experiencing emotional and sexual traumas, as well as a scarcity mindset.
•  Exploring the deceptive allure of alcohol and its impact on my early years
• How my life became unmanageable, and how I found beauty in more than one solution.
• How my limited beliefs came back in my sobriety and almost led to a relapse, and the lessons learned from that experience.
• Highlighting the journey from seeking validation externally to finding empowerment through life coaching and meaningful connections

Join the conversation by emailing steve@sobersteve.com and become part of our community by becoming a guest, submitting clips, or sharing any of your gifts with the listeners.

This week Sober Steve, the Podcast Guy, dives into the world of dating apps for sober people in the queer community, and experiences across the different platforms and stages of our addiction and recovery.

As I approach a monumental sobriety milestone, gratitude practices deepen my connections beyond the sober community with heartwarming responses from friends. Then, things get even more personal as I bring my husband on to share our experience meeting on not one but two apps and how that has evolved into our marriage today.

Guest Gabriel, Danielle, and Mark share insights from their experiences on Facebook Messenger, Grindr, Tinder, Her, and more, emphasizing honesty and positive feedback on sobriety disclosure. We discuss the importance of personal boundaries and self-awareness in sober dating, stressing honesty for genuine connections and balancing relationships with spiritual well-being.

Follow our guests on Instagram- @heymarko8, @dc_and_rosey, and @the.archangelgabriel - and follow us wherever you social @gayapodcast!

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Stay sober, friends!

Hey there, super soberheroes! Today's episode is all about exploring the world of sober apps in 2024.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover the best sober apps for tracking and motivation to supercharge your recovery journey.
• Connect with a supportive sober community and access online resources for continuous motivation and encouragement.
• Explore apps that prioritize queer and sober inclusion, fostering a safe and empowering environment for everyone.
• Dive into literature-driven apps for recovery resources, unlocking a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.
• Access online platforms offering many sobriety resources, making it easier to find the support and guidance you need.

Explore inclusive apps for sobriety
Inclusivity within sobriety applications is highly commendable, as they cater to diverse audiences such as the queer and sober community. These inclusive platforms understand unique struggles and offer tailored resources, advice, and support. By reaching out to individuals from all walks of life, they foster a sense of belonging, significantly enhancing recovery.

The resources mentioned in this episode are:

• Email Steve at Steve@sobersteve.com to share your inspiring stories or motivating tales about good experiences with sober dating on apps.
• Follow Steve on social media @Gayapodcast to stay updated and get involved with the show.
• Check out the Patreon page for more exclusive content, including full interview clips and behind-the-scenes access.
• Find the "Everyday AA" and "Big Book Companion" apps in the Apple store for a resourceful tool to track sobriety milestones, access the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, and read daily reflections.
• Explore the "All Sober" app for a warm, safe space to connect with resources and a supportive community for Better Sobriety.

Guests Featured Include:
Danielle @dc_and_rosey
Mark @heymarko8
Shane @rhythmcafeheflin
Cori @_coritee4_

Submit your experiences on Sober Dating apps for the chance to be featured next week. Email them to steve@sobersteve.com or message me on all the socials @gayapodcast to talk more!

Discover the unexpected journey of a queer podcaster's transformative experiences in sobriety, leading to the launch of a groundbreaking 2.0 version of their podcast. This emotional narrative takes you through the highs and lows of Steve's personal growth, as he unveils the concept of "sober superheroes." Stay tuned for the open loop of how this journey will empower and inspire the LGBTQ+ community.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Reflecting on Queer Sobriety: Discovering profound insights and inspiration for your own journey.
• Embracing Transformative Sobriety: Unveiling life-altering experiences and growth through sobriety.
• Open-Mindedness in Sobriety: Embracing new experiences and perspectives for personal transformation.
• Milestones in Sobriety: Celebrating achievements and the power of Patreon support in your journey.
• Give Sober App Recommendations: Unlocking the potential of sobriety with the latest app and technology insights is next week's topic, so get involved today!

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The resources mentioned in this episode are:

• Join the Patreon community at www.patreon.com/gayapodcast to access exclusive bonus episodes and support the podcast with a small donation.
• Wish Danielle a happy four years on Instagram @dc_and_rosey and show support for her inspiring journey.
• Stay tuned for the relaunch of the Sober Superhero Show on Thursday, February 22, and subscribe or follow on all platforms to catch the new episodes.
• Share your favorite sober technology and apps for a chance to be featured in the upcoming episode about sober technology.
• Follow the podcast on all platforms to access 175 episodes of content from amazing queer and sober individuals, and get ready for the new content coming soon.

Steve celebrates episode 175 by welcoming back his sober sibling, Kristen R, to discuss self care routines!

Topics discussed include:

• Our concepts and resentments about self-care before sobriety
• The important of routine in early sobriety
• Embracing new ideas and forms of self-care
• How much self-care is too much
• The perfect day
• And much more!

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Steve welcomes Kevin to share his experience, strength, and hope while celebrating living a queer and sober life today.

Topics discussed include:

• Kevin's favorite parts of life today
• Entering recovery 'young'
• Struggling with negative self talk
• The impact of family and culture
• Being kind to yourself
• Putting down the sword
• And much more!

Follow Kevin on Instagram @kev.chiang , and follow us too @gayapodcast. Head over to the Patreon page to hear our post-show where we will chat about Gratitude!

• Our relationships with magic and religion growing up
• How drugs and alcohol affected Dallas' connection to spirituality
• His experiences connecting with  Magik and using it to help people in recovery
• How Akashic Records can help understand your history and roadmap to your present and into your future.
• And much more!

Steve welcomes back a friend of the podcast, Phil, to discuss the change(s) in perspective that comes to us in recovery, along with what it's like navigating life queer and sober today.

Topics Covered Included:

• Our favorite parts of being queer and sober today
• Our perspectives growing up
• How alcohol and drugs affected our perspectives
• Moments of clarity that shift our perspective
• How our perspective has evolved in our recovery
• Looking ahead while living in the moment
• And much more!

For more Phil, find him on Facebook at Phil Brunke, and for more us,  follow us on Instagram @gayapodcast. But if you Facebook friended me, I'll accept, too :-)

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