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The Sober Scoop

India Gants

Welcome to The Sober Scoop [previously Hold My Drink], where model and creator, India Gants, gives advice and shares vulnerable stories about getting sober and staying sober. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday!

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Tuesday · 32 min
How to spark joy in sobriety
Boredom, sadness, and loneliness are all feelings that can exist in sobriety, but there is SO much joy that comes with sobriety as well -we just have to learn to ignite it! If you want to find joy in the little things and squeeze the absolute most out of life, this episode is for you. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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September 15 · 31 min
I miss hangovers
Crazy right? How could someone yearn for a hangover? Well, in sobriety, we feel 100%, 100% of the time... and that can honestly be exhausting. I've figured out a few ways to relax, but it's something I really struggle with. If you've ever felt the same, this episode is for you. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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September 8 · 32 min
When is the "right" time to quit drinking?
These are the signs it might be time to quit. But let's be real, there’s no perfect time to quit drinking -and you don’t have to wait for rock bottom to make a change. In this episode, I’m breaking down the signs that alcohol may no longer be working for you, from constantly thinking about drinking to feeling regret, using alcohol to cope, or simply realizing the pros no longer outweigh the cons. If you’ve been wondering whether it might be time to quit, this episode is for you. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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September 2 · 34 min
Forced to explain our sobriety to strangers
In this episode, I’m taking you along on my trip to Poland, where I found myself tempted by alcohol, navigating drinking culture, and being forced to explain my sobriety to complete strangers. I’m sharing how I stayed strong, practical tips for declining alcohol in group settings, and some of the interesting thoughts about how society normalizes drinking so much. If you’ve ever felt awkward, pressured, or unsure of what to say when you don’t drink, this one’s for you. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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August 25 · 17 min
Why I don't call myself an Alcoholic or Addict: mini episode
You might notice that I rarely use the words “alcoholic” or “addict” in my episodes -and there’s a reason for that. In this episode, I’m sharing why I personally don’t identify with these labels, what they mean to me, and why I believe you can be sober without seeing yourself as diseased, sick, or powerless over alcohol. And to be clear: if these words resonate with you, that’s great! This isn’t about telling you what you should or shouldn’t call yourself. It’s about knowing that you have a choice. If you’ve ever felt like the traditional language around sobriety didn’t quite fit you, this episode is for you. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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August 18 · 29 min
The "Food Poisoning" lie: vomiting from drinking
I used to blame my ailments on ANYTHING other than drinking: Throwing up? -must be food poisoning. Loosing control of my bowels? Must be a gut health issue like IBS. Alcohol was my savior, so it couldn't possibly be causing me all this harm, right? WRONG. Little did I know, alcohol was at the root of all of these issues & more. And sobriety is what revealed that to me. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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August 13 · 33 min
How to leave a toxic partner
If you’ve ever been in a toxic relationship or feel trapped in one right now, this episode is for you. We’re talking about the red flags I wish I had recognized sooner, how I turned to alcohol to cope, and healthier ways to get through hard times without drinking. Most importantly, I hope this episode helps you recognize the signs before you get as deep as I did. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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August 5 · 41 min
ALCOHOL CAUSES CANCER - why is nobody talking about this??
We all know smoking is linked to cancer, but did you know alcohol is too? In this episode, we’re breaking down the connection between alcohol and cancer -including how alcohol creates toxic byproducts like acetaldehyde, increases inflammation, and can contribute to DNA damage. We’ll cover the cancers most strongly linked to drinking and share the facts many of us were never taught. This isn’t about fear or judgment -it’s about making informed choices. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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July 29 · 31 min
Flirting/ Dating in Sobriety
An update to my "dating life" in sobriety. Being flirtatious and crossing that line in sobriety is something that I have struggled with, and in today's episode, I'm opening up and being vulnerable about an experience I had over the weekend with a man. Sober dating advice welcomed :)) Leave me a comment or shoot me an email! More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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July 22 · 38 min
50 lb weight loss: protein, weight lifting, and more
In today's episode, we're covering everything else I did for my health after quitting drinking -from eating more protein, to strength training, to getting enough sleep, and more! I managed to lose 50lbs after quitting drinking, with minimal effort becasue this was a full lifestyle makeover :) And I'm excited to share everything with you. Join my dumbbell workout program below! Fitness program: https://www.solin.stream/indiagants/program/6216 More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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July 15 · 32 min
Going out sober this summer
Going out sober doesn't have to feel awkward or isolating. In this episode, I'm sharing my favorite random, unhinged, and surprisingly effective hacks for navigating bars, parties, dinners, and social events without alcohol. If you've ever felt self-conscious or like the odd one out, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you feel comfortable, confident, and actually enjoy yourself while staying true to your sobriety. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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July 8 · 32 min
How to quitting drinking for good
If you’ve decided you want to quit drinking but aren’t sure where to start, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down different paths to sobriety, including AA, rehab, and how to get sober without either, plus the safety considerations to keep in mind before you stop drinking. I also talk through what those early days can really feel like and share practical tips for staying sober once you’ve made the decision to quit. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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July 1 · 30 min
Cravings & Triggers in Sobriety
In today's episode, we're talking about how to move through cravings and triggering situations. Sometimes we're so unprepared for a craving because they can literally come out of nowhere! But each cravings serves as data, for learning about ourselves and how we drank. I'll be providing some tips for working though a craving and how to stay sober no matter how bad the craving is. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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June 23 · 33 min
TWO YEARS SOBER!!
On June 20th, I achieved 2 years of sobriety and couldn't be more proud. So much has changed, and I'm so grateful for the life I have today! In today's episode, I'm just rattling off some things I love about being sober :) If you're on the fence about getting sober, I hope this makes you want to quit for good. There are so many amazing things that come with sobriety, and you deserve to meet your sober self. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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June 16 · 47 min
Processing Grief & Healing Without Alcohol
In this episode of The Sober Scoop, we're exploring something many of us fear but eventually have to face: how do you grieve without alcohol? If drinking was once your go-to coping mechanism, navigating loss in sobriety can feel overwhelming, unfamiliar, and sometimes impossible. Together, we'll unpack why grief can be such a powerful trigger, what the research says about substance use and bereavement, and how we can begin to move through pain without numbing it. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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June 10 · 37 min
STOP obsessing over timelines! -sunk costs, turning 30, and starting over at any age
In honor of my 30th birthday, this episode is about timelines, expectations, and the sunk cost mindset that keeps us stuck in situations we’ve outgrown. We convince ourselves that because we’ve already invested time, history, or effort into something, it’s harder (or even too late) to start over. But life doesn’t actually work on a schedule. There is no “too late,” no perfect timing, and no point where you lose your ability to change direction. We talk about releasing the pressure of timelines, letting go of sunk cost thinking, and remembering that you can restart your life at any moment. The best time to change your life is simply when you decide to. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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June 3 · 41 min
ADHD House Hacks
40% of people with ADHD will struggle with an alcohol problem, so there's a lot of overlap in those worlds. For anyone struggling with an ADHD mind, I hope that this episode provides you with some tips to make your living environment more suited for how our brains work. Links below for some helpful tools! ADHD house products: HERE More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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May 27 · 39 min
Self-medicating with Alcohol
I used to drink around 15 beers a day, all throughout the day -because I wanted to maintain a two-beer buzz. I wanted to feel slightly tipsy all day, but avoid getting "out of control." Everybody drinks in different ways, and there's no one "right" way to have a drinking problem. We're all on the same team in sobriety :) -no matter how we used to drink, but today I'm sharing my story, in case anyone can relate! More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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May 19 · 29 min
Isolation, dating, and friendships
In this episode of The Sober Scoop, we’re talking about the roller coaster of sobriety, relationships, friendships, and isolation. The sober journey can feel so personal that letting someone new into your life can feel uncomfortable at times. We’re diving into the highs, lows, and what it looks like to finally feel ready to date again. More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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May 13 · 33 min
POOPING MY PANTS & all the things I do NOT miss about drinking
Getting real personal in today's episode, talking about digestion, secrets, and waking up in a panic every day. There are so many things I do NOT miss about my drinking problem... and today - I'm listing them all for you. Hopefully this brings you some peace, comfort, or maybe a good laugh. We all did dumb things during our drinking problem -so don't judge! LOL! More resources: TheSoberScoop.com FB support group: @The Scoop Troop IG: @thesoberscoop Personal IG: @indiagants TikTok: @thesoberscoop YouTube: @thesoberscoop Email: hello@thesoberscoop.com
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