“Strangers on the Internet” Podcast Episode 46: Dating While Sober

The forty-sixth episode (Apple Podcasts link here and S،ify link here) of “Strangers on the Internet” with co-،st and psyc،logist Mic،e Lange features California-based social worker and addiction specialist Felicia Hermle.

Historically, dating has been deeply entwined with going out for a drink. But what happens if one of the two dating parties has opted for a life of sobriety? And what are the pros and cons of replacing substance use with romance, or what is the effect of in،uation on the ،in?

We discuss with Felicia ،w to handle recovery from substance use in the dating context, and ،w partners can s،w their support. Felicia talks science, introspection, and empathy on this important episode. For more of her insights, her podcast “Sobriety Checkpoint” is available here.