Best Alcohol Free Sober Quit Lit Addiction Coach Podcasts (2025)

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7 Ways To Love Christmas Alcohol-Free! 19:35

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9h ago19:35

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In this episode, I share seven powerful ways to not just survive Christmas alcohol free but absolutely love it. This is your chance to step into January already energised, focused, and flying while everyone else is trying to recover from December. You will learn how to create new Christmas rituals, upgrade your festive drinks, protect your energy, …

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Blindspot #4: Why You Should Stop Reading Quit Lit (5-Part Series)🌹 20:32

6d ago20:32

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I used to think if I just read one more book or listened to one more podcast, I’d finally “get it.” But all that information kept me busy instead of free. In this episode, I talk about the hidden blind spot of overconsumption—why filling your brain with recovery content isn’t the same as changing your relationship with alcohol. I share how twenty y…

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Bed Bound Burnout To Mothernatured Based Healing & Wellness Drink With Mike Mudie 1:08:57

7d ago1:08:57

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In this episode, I sit down with Mike Mudie to talk about one of the most powerful stories I have ever been part of. Mike went from achieving the biggest professional success of his life straight into complete physical collapse. His body shut down. He could not walk. He could not lift a fork. And no one in traditional medicine could explain why. Wh…

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Performance Mode 20:30

12d ago20:30

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If you’ve been trying to quit drinking or step more fully into sobriety, this episode will change how you see your journey. I’m breaking down the three phases every woman goes through on the path to alcohol freedom: performance, resilience, and true transformation. Whether you’re sober-curious, trying to stop drinking, or rebuilding after a relapse…

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An Alcohol-Free Break That Sparked a Running Journey and a Return of Confidence with Claire McAskill 35:09

12d ago35:09

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In this episode, I sit down with Claire MacAskill, someone I have known for many years and watched grow in courage, confidence, and self-belief. Claire has been alcohol-free for seven years, and in that time she has transformed her health, her mindset, and her entire life. From struggling with weekend drinking to becoming a world-class marathon run…

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Blind Spot #3 Stop Fighting Cravings - Do This Instead (5 Part Series) 18:09

13d ago18:09

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You can quit drinking and still feel like you’re battling yourself all day. In this episode, I talk about the blind spot most women miss — the power of self-talk — and how the words we use can either fuel cravings or dissolve them in seconds. I share how I learned to stop fighting my mind and start speaking to myself with compassion instead. When s…

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Failure Tolerance 15:14

14d ago15:14

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In this episode, I get real about what failure tolerance looks like for women who keep trying to quit drinking or make big changes in their lives. I share how repeated attempts—even when they feel disappointing—are actually proof of your resilience and belief that something bigger is possible. You’ll hear why getting numb to failure is normal, how …

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The Big 60: Alcohol-Free, 77 lbs Lighter, Looking 10 Years Younger with Andy Garwood 33:43

14d ago33:43

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In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Andy Garwood, a man who has completely transformed his life since going alcohol-free. Andy has lost more than 77 pounds, become fitter in his sixties than he was in his thirties, and discovered a new sense of purpose and joy. We talk about health, fitness, mindset, and how walking away from alcohol ca…

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Blind Spot #2 Quitting Is Making It Harder To Not Drink (5 Part Series) 15:23

20d ago15:23

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The hardest part isn’t pouring the last drink — it’s learning how to live well without needing one. In this episode, I share why “just quit” often fails and how a commitment-first approach makes sobriety simpler, softer, and actually sustainable. Instead of fighting cravings, I walk you through how to uncover what alcohol has really been doing for …

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BONUS You Don’t Need To Be An Alcoholic To Quit Drinking 20:36

21d ago20:36

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This bonus episode is a truth-telling moment — the conversation I wish someone had given me during the 20 years I wanted to quit drinking but didn’t know where to turn. If you’ve been stuck between two awful options — white-knuckle sobriety forever or resigning yourself to drinking because nothing else feels right — this is your sign that a third o…

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The Real Problem Isn't Your Drinking (It's This) 17:15

27d ago17:15

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What if quitting drinking isn’t actually the real problem? In this episode of Wild Sobriety, I share how I stopped making alcohol the center of my life — and started focusing on what actually mattered: learning to handle real life without needing to escape it. I talk about how changing my relationship with alcohol wasn’t about giving something up, …

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Can Alcohol Moderation Work, Or Is It A Fantasy? Here’s My Strong Opinion 19:51

28d ago19:51

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In this episode, I tackle one of the biggest questions I get asked: Can alcohol moderation actually work? After 12 years on this alcohol-free adventure, I’ve seen it all, from people who transform their lives during a break to those who try to “drink on their terms” and end up right back where they started. I unpack what moderation really means, wh…

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The Real Cost Of Sobriety Nobody Talks About (and Why It’s Easier Than You Think) 26:24

1M ago26:24

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If you’re waiting for sobriety to be easy, you’ll be waiting forever. I say that not to discourage you — but because the moment you stop chasing the quick fix is the moment real freedom begins. There’s always a cost: either the short-term comfort that keeps you small, or the long-term peace that expands every part of your life. In this episode, I’m…

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New Season and Its First Episode: Alcohol-Free and Spirituality with Matt Pink 44:04

1M ago44:04

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In person with Matt Pink on Alcohol Free and Spirituality A deeper, slower conversation to open the new in-person era. Andy sits down with friend and creator Matt Pink to explore what really unfolds after going alcohol free. The chat ranges from grief and gratitude to spirituality, men’s work, and the courage to live fully in the present. Matt shar…

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Blindspot #1: Why Avoiding Alcohol Keeps You Stuck (5-Part Series)🌹 15:55

1M ago15:55

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This is Part 1 of a 5 part series: The 5 Blindspots Secretly Sabotaging Your Sobriety. I share the three key reasons why distraction and replacement don’t lead to lasting change. Discover how to confront your beliefs, meet your real needs, and break free from the exhaustion of avoidance. Join me for a feminine-based approach to sustainable sobriety…

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Stop Asking 'Am I An Alcoholic?' - Ask THIS Instead 13:47

2M ago13:47

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If you're a woman over wondering "Am I an alcoholic?" - you're not alone. This is the question that keeps so many of us stuck in shame, confusion, and endless Google searches at 2am. In this video, I'm sharing the truth about labels, the spectrum of alcohol use, and why the question itself might be keeping you from the freedom you're seeking. 🌹 IN …

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Why Anxious Attachment Makes You Drink More (And How to Break the Cycle) 21:44

2M ago21:44

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Hey beautiful Warriors of Love, it’s Mary — and this week’s episode goes deep into something so many of us experience but rarely name out loud. Have you ever noticed that even when you’re usually grounded, there are certain relationships or moments that throw you off balance — where you start overthinking, over-explaining, or trying to control what…

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Your Future Is Riding On It , New Chapter, Life Update 31:26

2M ago31:26

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To all my Warriors of Love — this is for you. After a break for integration and creation, I’m back with a brand-new title, a new direction, and a new way for us to connect. Wild Sobriety is expanding to YouTube — not as a performance, but as a deeper conversation. In this episode, I share why I made the shift, what “wild sobriety” truly means, and …

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Farewell from Not Drinking Today! 32:16

3M ago32:16

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After loving every second of creating Not Drinking Today, Meg and Bella are ready to branch out and continue their alcohol-free journey in new ways. We’ve cherished the incredible conversations with our guests and are so grateful for every listener who tuned in and supported us along the way. While Meg and Bella won’t be recording new episodes, you…

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Navigating the Menopause Maze with Dr. Rebecca Lewis 49:16

3M ago49:16

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Ladies, have you ever wondered why menopause isn't a subject of everyday conversation, despite its life-altering implications? This episode aims to shift the paradigm, bringing menopause out of the shadows with our special guest, Dr. Rebecca Lewis, a GP and menopause specialist. Together, we untangle the intricate web of hormonal changes that under…

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How to Support a Loved One Through Addiction (Without Losing Yourself) with Amber Hollingsworth 1:00:38

3M ago1:00:38

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What happens when your sobriety collides with a loved one’s addiction? In this episode, I talk with addiction specialist Amber Hollingsworth about how to support someone struggling without enabling, the truth about boundaries, and how to protect your own wellbeing in the process. What happens when I’m navigating my own sobriety while someone I love…

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Exploring ADHD and Neurodiversity with Faye Lawrence 45:46

4M ago45:46

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Ever wondered how ADHD manifests differently in children and adults, or between males and females? In our latest episode, we promise to provide those answers and more with the help of our returning guest, Faye Lawrence. Now a specialized coaching therapist, Faye shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD in 2022 and offers a unique perspective…

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Why You Should Stop Chasing Solutions 19:53

4M ago19:53

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Calm isn’t just a mood—it’s the baseline your body must return to if you want to break free from the cycle of drinking. When you’re stuck in overwhelm—overthinking, overworking, and over-giving—your nervous system never resets. That constant stress is exactly what makes pouring a glass of wine at the end of the day feel so tempting. Here’s the trut…

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Dr Jodi Richardson on ANXIETY! 45:31

4M ago45:31

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In this episode we interview one of Australia's leading lights in managing anxiety. An educational leader, Dr Jodi Richardson supports parents and teachers to change their relationship with anxiety, dial it right down and light the way for their children and students to do the same. Jodi is professional speaker supporting whole school communities a…

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Your Basic Needs Have Changed-Releasing the Need to Belong 22:41

4M ago22:41

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Ever wonder why quitting alcohol feels like a full-on identity shift? It’s because sobriety isn’t just about abstaining—it’s about reclaiming the parts of you that got buried under performance, people-pleasing, and perfectionism. In this episode, we explore why alcohol is often just a placeholder for authenticity, and how perimenopause marks a powe…

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Menopause, Alcohol, and Nutrition: Emma Bardwell's Insights on Navigating This Complex Phase 37:55

4M ago37:55

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What if you could navigate the complexities of menopause with a little help from nutrition and lifestyle changes? Join us for a meaningful conversation with registered nutritionist and author Emma Bardwell, as we delve into the lesser-known facets of menopause and its impacts. Emma provides startling insights into Peri-Menopause, a phase that can s…

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How You Know You Don't Have A Drinking Problem 23:24

4M ago23:24

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What if nothing’s actually “wrong”—you’re just seeing it from an outdated perspective? In this episode, you'll learn how to interrupt spirals of stress, resentment, or drinking urges without needing to fix anyone else or wait for the perfect conditions. We’ll explore: The mindset shift that instantly diffuses urges to numb Why “it’s just a thought”…

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Breaking Free from Alcohol: Trauma, Inner Beliefs, and Healing 56:58

4M ago56:58

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Join us for Meg's interview for the Sober Summit with Maggie Klaassen's. Why can some people take or leave alcohol while others feel trapped in a drinking cycle? At 17, a panic attack in front of her class sparked years of social anxiety. At 18, alcohol felt like magic—it stopped the shaking and gave her confidence. Weekend drinks slowly turned int…

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The Thing You’re Avoiding About Alcohol Is the Way Through 19:13

4M ago19:13

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Freedom from alcohol isn't found in white-knuckling or temporary breaks — it emerges when you stay engaged with the process of transformation. In this episode, I share a powerful moment from a recent family reunion where, for the first time, everyone had shifted their relationship with alcohol. What came from that wasn't awkwardness — it was deeper…

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A Sober Glow Up with Faye Hughes 34:51

5M ago34:51

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What happens when we wake up one day and decide that self-destruction isn't serving us anymore? For Faye Hughes, that awakening came on a plane ride home from Dubai after a family wedding gone terribly wrong. The shame, guilt, and regret she felt became the catalyst for a Valentine's Day decision that would transform her life: choosing sobriety as …

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"Can't you just have one?" And Other People's Advice You Should Avoid 19:48

5M ago19:48

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Ever wonder why “just have one” never actually works? In this no-fluff episode, we unpack the deeper truth behind that tiny phrase—and why your body already knows alcohol doesn’t feel good anymore. If you're tired of the start-stop cycle and craving a way of living that actually supports your goals, your energy, and your feminine power… this one’s …

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Calling it wrap on the latest series & getting ready for our in person podcast! 3:02

5M ago3:02

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Taking a break for this series. We will be back soon with the in-person podcast!! Stay tuned for more updates.By Andy Ramage

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Bittersweet Memories 18:31

5M ago18:31

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Meg takes a look back at her relationship with alcohol, where she discovered a profound paradox that changed everything. She was terrified of losing precious moments—yet was drinking them away. Meg's whole life revolved around preserving memories. She treasured photographs, constantly reminisced about childhood homes, and felt deep aches when think…

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The Woman Who Doesn't Need Alcohol 21:42

5M ago21:42

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Ever wonder who you’d be without the wine? In this personal and powerful episode, I reflect on how creating a sacred space for women—where we gather weekly over iced tea and flowers—revealed the essence of my own transformation. What started as a dream of women’s retreats manifested in a flower farm. And what I thought would be found through achiev…

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Laughs Without Lager: Finding Authentic Connection in Sobriety 28:06

5M ago28:06

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What happens when four decades of heavy drinking suddenly stops? Ali Burke returns to share her remarkable transformation from a self-described "party pisshead parent" to a woman fully embracing authentic connection and present parenting. Ali's drinking story began in her early teens, looking for courage, attention, and a way to fit in. As the youn…

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Beyond Boredom: Rediscovering Your Creative Essence 18:30

5M ago18:30

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Have you ever caught yourself pouring a glass of wine just because you were “bored”? Let’s talk about what’s really going on underneath that go-to excuse — and why it matters so much to your feminine wellbeing. In this episode, we get real about how our culture conditions women to fear stillness and how alcohol has become a sneaky permission slip t…

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Why You Save A Fortune When You Stop Drinking & How To Invest It 12:32

5M ago12:32

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There is a disconnect between investments of true value and the material. I was guilty of spending more on material possessions than on my development. I was more concerned with servicing my car than my mind and body. Then I invested in my first-ever book on self-development, Awaken the Giant Within by Anthony Robbins, and my life changed. Just ima…

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Faye Lawrence: Claim Your Sober Identity (what if your best self exists on the other side of sobriety?) 46:54

5M ago46:54

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Faye Lawrence, Psychologist, offers practical guidance for navigating social situations without drinking. She explores how our social identity and connections play a crucial role in sustaining behavior change around alcohol consumption. • Discover how family experiences and cultural norms shape our relationship with alcohol • Challenge commonly hel…

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The Mental Load: Why You're Overwhelmed and How to Let Go 19:34

5M ago19:34

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Women are wired to handle a lot. It’s our superpower—but it can also be our kryptonite. The mental load we carry—anticipating needs, managing tasks, and caring for everyone around us—can easily become overwhelming, especially during perimenopause and beyond. Takeaways: The mental load is both a gift and a curse for high-achieving women Overwhelm of…

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LIVE Episode: Drop The Drinking Stories From The Past & Transform Your Future 15:22

5M ago15:22

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Today I launch a brand new course: The Coach MBA (Marketing & Business training for Accredited coaches). Last week I was with my old broking firm in the city of london. And it hit me. How wonderfully things have changed. It was not long ago I told myself I was a drinker and I might as well just get on with it. When I asked my old boss if the compan…

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Rory Kinsella: Why Meditation Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Sobriety Puzzle 48:34

5M ago48:34

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Rory Kinsella, musician, Vedic meditation teacher and sober coach, reveals how finding inner stillness helped him transform his relationship with alcohol and eventually quit completely. He now teaches others to do the same. We discuss: • Growing up in alcohol-centric UK culture where drinking was normalised from teenage years and how that lifestyle…

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Sobriety in Perimenopause: Your Unbothered, Unapologetic Era 20:09

6M ago20:09

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Are you wondering why alcohol doesn't work for you the way it used to? Your body might be signaling a profound transformation – perimenopause. As a holistic alcohol coach working with women for over five years, I’ve discovered that this transitional phase requires a sacred pause from alcohol to truly understand what’s happening within. Perimenopaus…

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Stop Drinking & Find A Little Paradise! 13:53

6M ago13:53

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After recently re-watching the amazing, yet slightly unnerving, Gene Wilder in the classic film, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. I could not get the following verse from the song ‘Pure Imagination’ out of my head: ‘If you want to see paradise, just take a look around and view it’’ Sometimes enlightenment comes from the strangest places, and this…

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The Unstoppable World of Rocky Rafaela: Rochelle's Recovery Journey 42:12

6M ago42:12

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Australian fashion designer Rochelle Gregory shares her transformative journey from alcohol addiction to creative success with her clothing line Rocky Rafaela. In this ep, we cover how: • alcohol initially provided social connection, but led to dangerous situations and repeated rehab stays • purpose through fashion design offered moments of peace a…

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Why Avoidance Doesn’t Work (And What Does) 19:50

6M ago19:50

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✨ Are you avoiding life just to avoid alcohol? In this episode, I share why that strategy will never work—and how to start optimizing the energy you’re already spending so your efforts don’t go to waste. We talk about how to: Stop avoiding people and places just because alcohol might be present Use discernment to practice your sacred yes and no Shi…

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Why We Grow More By Getting It Wrong That By Getting It Right! 12:08

6M ago12:08

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It is great to be back, buzzing around my local woods and london! I was re-reading a book on my way to meet a coaching client. And a line struck me “We grow more by getting it wrong than by getting it right.” Richard Rhor What a great truth. This message appears throughout the ages of ages within the great texts, myths and stories. There is a fall …

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Alice Hansen, From Rehab to Wild Wellness 51:48

6M ago51:48

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Alice's drinking got out of control growing up in Tasmania, drinking to numb complicated feelings associated with being gay in an environment in which it was still illegal to be gay at the time and so she kept her identity hidden from everyone around her. After bravely going to rehab more than 20 times desperate to find a way out of the destructive…

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Alcohol Isn't The Cause Of Your Hangover & The Cure You Didn't Know You Needed 17:12

6M ago17:12

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Hey beautiful listener 💋 This week’s challenge? Throw a better party. Not for your friends—for your life. We’re not talking balloons and cake (unless you want that)—we’re talking energy. Mood. Vibe. Frequency. Whether you’re waking up hungover or just heavy with life, this episode is a big warm hug and a nudge to try one thingthat shifts you back i…

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Why Moderation Doesn't Work! 22:23

6M ago22:23

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Here is a great question for you, “What career would allow you to give back, leverage your years of work and life experience, help you make a difference and help you generate income to still do all those “nice” things?” I have the answer, “Learning to coach others!!” And all you have to do is join me in July and I will guide you from beginner to el…

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Celebrating 10 Years of the Revolutionary Book Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol With Author Ann Dowsett Johnston 43:44

6M ago43:44

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Drink: The Intimate Relationship between Women and Alcohol celebrates 10 years today! Tune in as we talk to the author, Ann Dowsett Johnston, award-winning journalist, TEDx Speaker and Founder of the Writing Your Recovery Workshops about women’s relationship with alcohol 10 years on. Is alcohol still the modern women’s steroid that helps us do the …