About Us
Your social life does't have to end after you become sober.
Welcome to The Zero Proof Social, an alcohol-free community in Dallas, TX where individuals can come together and interact without the use of alcohol. We welcome everyone, whether you're sober, sober curious, sober sometimes or sober for the hour.
At The Zero Proof Social, we strive to reframe the narrative around sobriety and break down the barriers that hold so many people back from living their best life. Being sober is not simply about avoiding alcohol; it's about unlocking your potential to live more consciously and build deeper relationships. We're here to help you feel more socially connected in a fun and supportive environment.
A Note from the founder
The Zero Proof Social Founder: Erika Desroches
I started The Zero Proof Social after going alcohol-free (AF) in 2022. I often joke that I did recovery backwards. In my early 20s, I was diagnosed and treated for bipolar II disorder and borderline personality disorder. To document my mental health journey and help dispel some of the stigma surrounding mental illness, I started a blog called A Beautiful Twisted Nightmare (trigger warning: read at your own risk).
Early in my mental health recovery, I took a year off from drinking as part of my treatment plan. However, it wasn’t until after more than five years of therapy and significant healing that I made the intrinsic decision to adopt an AF lifestyle. While I’ve never identified as an alcoholic, I definitely abused alcohol, mostly drinking to fit in. Ironically, some of my loneliest days were during the height of my drinking. One day, I realized I was harming myself just to be accepted by others. That realization marked the beginning of my journey toward self-acceptance. I stopped drinking for the same reason I started: to belong.
The inception of The Zero Proof Social was rooted in my desire for authentic connections free from the influence of substances. I struggled to feel socially connected for so long and I would like to help others overcome this challenge as well. If you’re feeling lonely and you need someone to talk to, feel free to contact me. I’ve been there before.
I hope you join me in my mission to cure loneliness one day at a time. Together, we can build a community where genuine connections flourish and everyone feels they truly belong.
Testimonial
"I can't tell you which thing I hated most, the host, the activity, or the drinks. They were all equally amazing. It was disturbing how much I enjoyed things.
First off, I take issue with the self described "entrepreneur" hosting the event. Her demeanor and behaviour consistently made me smile. The way she worked to ensure everyone had a great time was simply off-putting. It was all very suspicious. No one should be that charming. Especially under all the pressure to make sure the event went off without a hitch.
Second off, yoga? What kind of self improvement sham are you running? Having a professional yogi running a class in a friendly and constructive manner? Am I to really believe that you wanted me to be healthier and happier? I left that room feeling restored and ready for my day. A day that could only go down from the high you helped me reach. You monster.
Thirdly, the "drinks". The amount of effort you spent researching, blending, and serving the mocktails made me sick. They were all so tasty, I couldn't stop myself. Did you even once consider making them bad? Clearly not as all I can think about is how much I want to try sample more of your aberrations."
-Matthew K.
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