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In this bonus solo episode, host Nadine Mulvina takes you on a sun-soaked, power-outage-filled journey to San Juan, Puerto Rico—traveling with her college best friend who still drinks. Through vibrant stories and heartfelt reflection, Nadine explores how choosing sobriety doesn’t mean missing out—it can actually inspire those around you.

From salsa dancing in La Placita, to hiking El Yunque rainforest hangover-free, to screaming with joy when the power came back on, Nadine shares how her sober presence shifted the energy of the trip. This episode is a love letter to travel, friendship, and the magic that comes when you choose presence over partying.

🎒 Highlights from the Episode:

• Positive peer pressure & how sobriety can shift group dynamics
• Rebuilding old friendships through new boundaries and honesty
• Celebrating others while staying true to yourself
• The joy of dancing, adventuring, and sunbathing—no alcohol required
• Navigating the “drinking friend” dynamic without judgment
• Lessons from travel that apply to everyday sober life

🌴 San Juan Itinerary Highlights:

• Solo salsa night at La Placita
• Power outages, piña coladas (yes—N/A!), and birthday surprises
• Sailboat + catamaran tours
• Natural waterslides & cliff-jumping in El Yunque
• Rooftop dinners and spontaneous connections

💡 Sober Travel Tips:

• Pack a portable charger (!!!)
• Make space to celebrate your friends—even if you’re skipping the booze
• Have a “morning plan” to stay grounded on vacation
• Always ask bartenders if they can make a custom mocktail—you might just get the best drink of your life

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