{"product_id":"online-meetup-virtual-sober-club-13th-august","title":"Online meetup: Virtual sober club | 13th August","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that we operate a no-refund policy. For privacy reasons, Virtual Club calls are not recorded. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A chilled and relaxed group Zoom call where you can connect, share, and support one another, all facilitated by experienced alcohol-free coach \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/laurievmcallister\/?hl=en\"\u003eLaurie McAllister\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’ve been sober for years or are just starting to reassess your relationship with alcohol, this is a space for honest conversations. We’ll celebrate the wins, share the wobbles, and support each other through the bits in between.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe understand that joining a group setting can feel intimidating, so here’s what to expect: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe always get new faces, so don't worry if it's your first time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere’s no pressure to speak or introduce yourself if you’d prefer to just sit back and listen - no one will force you to talk! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you do want to contribute, simply use the \"raise hand' function and you'll be invited to unmute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’re welcome to keep your camera off if that makes you feel more comfortable - especially if you’re feeling a bit shy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat said, we do recommend keeping your camera on to make the most of the experience and help foster a stronger sense of connection with the group. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a judgment-free, supportive environment where you can engage at your own pace. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen: \u003c\/strong\u003eThursday 13th August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime: \u003c\/strong\u003e7pm - 8pm UK Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eZoom (You will be sent the Zoom link when you have purchased your ticket.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you purchase a ticket, you’ll also get exclusive access to our Sober Girl Society WhatsApp community – a supportive space to connect, share, and grow with like-minded women on the same journey. The WhatsApp link will be sent to you on the day of the event, so keep an eye on your inbox then.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Laurie:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaurie is 9 years alcohol-free, after stopping drinking at 25. She’s a trained sober coach, founder of the blog Girl \u0026amp; Tonic and works full time in marketing. PA to a miniature dachshund Margot and a keen yogi, Laurie brings “big sister energy” to calls and is here to support the SGS community in their sober and sober curious journeys.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note Sober Club is peer-support led and whilst our host has brief intervention and onward referral training, this is not a substitute for professional or medical help.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Event","offers":[{"title":"No Income - £0","offer_id":57251624157559,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"General Admission - £5","offer_id":57251626582391,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4769\/2853\/files\/1_129dc683-96c2-47b5-b888-5e5f1abf4ab1.png?v=1777118794","url":"https:\/\/sobergirlsociety.com\/products\/online-meetup-virtual-sober-club-13th-august","provider":"Sober Girl Society","version":"1.0","type":"link"}