Best Casey McGuire Davidson Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 224: How To Socialize Sober 1:08:01

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In a boozy world it can be pretty daunting to socialize sober when you stop drinking. When you go to a restaurant the first thing they hand you is the drinks menu with all the wine, beer and cocktails offered. When you walk into a party someone will immediately ask you what you want to drink and tell you where you can grab an alcoholic beverage. An…

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Ep. 223: Does Your Phone Make You Constantly Connected, Always Available, Anxious and Unhappy? 57:05

5h ago57:05

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Did you know that stepping away from your smartphone can help you lead a more peaceful and fulfilling life? These days the devices in our pockets make us constantly connected, always available, overstimulated and interrupted by pings, reminders and vibrations. Our phones have increased the pace, efficiency and convenience of our lives, but studies …

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Ep. 222: What We Get Wrong About How To Be Happy 1:03:09

2d ago1:03:09

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If you're not feeling 100% happy in your life, you might be surprised as to the reasons why. It turns out the "science of happiness" has found that a lot of the things we've been told will make us happy, don't actually bring us joy, contentment and satisfaction. And if you're a woman in midlife you might suspect that's true. We've been taught that …

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Ep. 221: 30 Days Sober: A Diary Of Early Sobriety 1:09:37

9d ago1:09:37

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Early sobriety is an emotional and tender time, so I wanted to share with you my diary of my first 30 days sober, which has somehow turned into 6 continuous years alcohol-free. 6 years ago I woke up on the couch at 3am after drinking a bottle of wine. I came upstairs to crawl into bed with my husband filled with anxiety and unable to fall back to s…

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Ep. 220: Dry July Survival Guide: How to Stay Sober and Have Fun This Summer 44:14

16d ago44:14

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Are you ready for an awesome Dry July and incredible sober summer? I’m betting you probably have a ton of drinking memories, rituals and events tied to the summer season. I know I did! It might be beer at ballgames or camping, drinks out on a boat or hanging out at BBQs with friends. Maybe you love dive bars on road trips or European vacations with…

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Ep. 219: Should I Take A Break From Drinking? Look For These Signs To Know It’s Time 1:01:44

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Have you been thinking about taking a break from drinking, only to decide that you’re “not that bad”? Most women who wonder if they’re drinking too much can look around and find lots of reasons why it’s not a “real issue”. We’ve been told that having a problem with alcohol is black or white. Either you fall into the category of someone who is “an a…

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Ep. 218: How To Transform Your Home To Reduce Triggers To Drink and Support Your Sobriety 1:06:22

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Is your home set up to support your sobriety or sabotage your efforts to lead an alcohol-free life? If you’re used to opening a bottle of wine the minute you walk in the door, having a cocktail on the back deck or curling up on the couch with your laptop or netflix after the kids go to bed, your home environment can be a powerful trigger to drink. …

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Ep. 217: 10 Sober Travel Tips You Need For Your Next Alcohol-Free Vacation 1:09:36

1M ago1:09:36

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Sober travel can feel like you're running through a gauntlet of offers and opportunities to drink. From airport bars to business dinners to all inclusive cocktails, alcohol seems to be everywhere when you are trying to not drink. But I'm going to set you up for success so you'll be able to enjoy and appreciate sober travel (even if every trip you’v…

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Ep. 216: Why Emotional Sobriety Is Key to Navigating an Alcohol-Free Life 1:13:16

1M ago1:13:16

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When I was drinking I used alcohol to check out after a hard day, numb out from irritation and resentment, make the monotony of adulting less boring and as a reward to look forward to for getting through another week. And when drinking left me with too many hangovers, sleepless nights and crushing anxiety I finally decided that I didn’t want to fee…

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Ep. 215: How to Rekindle Romance and Manage Conflict in Your Relationship 1:05:28

2M ago1:05:28

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Rekindling romance and managing conflict in intimate relationships is something a lot of women struggle with—whether it's why they drink or a challenge they face after stepping away from alcohol. Figuring out how to handle conflicts, set boundaries, and connect with your partner can be really tough, especially when alcohol has been your go-to for s…

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Ep. 214: Quit Like A Woman with Holly Whitaker 1:06:37

2M ago1:06:37

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In this special anniversary episode, I’m celebrating four incredible years of the Hello Someday Podcast, marked by 214 episodes and 1.5 million downloads. It's been an amazing journey, and I'm deeply grateful to each and every one of you who has joined me along the way. To mark this occasion, I'm thrilled to revisit my top guest interview of all ti…

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Ep. 213: How To Stop People-Pleasing In Sobriety 1:13:44

2M ago1:13:44

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I describe myself as an ex-red wine girl and a recovering people-pleaser. And if you’re wondering how those two things are connected we’re going to dig into that because as you start to navigate sobriety, boundaries are going to be your very best friend. Have you fallen into a people-pleasing pattern? Maybe you’re an overachiever who takes care of …

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Ep. 212: Using Mindfulness Practices To Support Your Sobriety 59:13

2M ago59:13

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Are mindfulness practices part of your sober toolbox? If not, they should be. Mindfulness in sobriety can help you manage cravings, reduce stress and anxiety, regulate your emotions, increase self awareness, support your overall well-being, mental health and prevent relapse. I know those are big promises, so let’s break down what mindfulness is, ho…

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Ep. 211: Addiction Inoculation: How to minimize your kids’ risk of substance abuse and dependence 1:07:52

3M ago1:07:52

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If you’ve spent a bunch of years opening a bottle of wine to deal with stress and overwhelm, to celebrate or reward yourself for making it to the end of the week, it may feel awkward or hypocritical to talk with your kids about the risks of addiction to alcohol. But in a culture obsessed with booze, being able to help your kids understand the impac…

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Ep. 210: How To Stay Sober Once You’ve Stopped Drinking 1:09:50

3M ago1:09:50

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Have you ever stopped drinking but then struggled to stay sober after a bit? You’re not alone. The best way to stay sober is to focus on building a life you love without alcohol. It’s about not only putting down the wine glass, but also shifting the way you’ve been living your life so that you no longer want to numb yourself at the end of the day. …

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Ep. 209: Toxic Relationships, Gaslighting & Alcohol 52:24

4M ago52:24

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Have you ever used alcohol as a coping mechanism to escape a dysfunctional relationship or unhealthy environment? You might be a victim of gaslighting if you’ve been told that you’re imagining things, too sensitive, dramatic, overreacting, forgetful, paranoid, confused, insecure or misinterpreting things. And if you’re drinking it’s easy for someon…

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Ep. 208: What to Do If You’re Just Not Ready Yet To Stop Drinking 1:08:33

4M ago1:08:33

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Have you thought about taking a break from drinking but then decided that you’re “just not ready yet” to do it? Even if we know that alcohol is dragging us down, the idea of stopping drinking can be so daunting and scary)that we can stay in the drinking cycle for months or years longer than we need to. If you’re waiting for your life to get better …

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Ep. 207: Could You Be Happier Sober? 1:22:45

4M ago1:22:45

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If you love drinking like I did, I know it’s almost impossible to imagine that you could be happier sober. Before I stopped drinking I imagined that my life without alcohol would be lonely, boring and depressing. I thought that I would always want to drink, feel constantly deprived, that date nights with my husband would be less fun, parenting my k…

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Ep. 206: Protecting Your Mental Health While Raising A Neurodivergent Kid 1:19:23

4M ago1:19:23

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Raising a child with ADHD, Autism or neurodivergence can be mentally, emotionally and physically exhausting and alcohol can seem like an easy way to relax and turn off your brain at the end of the day. Neurodiversity encompasses a variety of conditions such as autism, ADHD, anxiety disorders, dyslexia, and more. Each condition presents its own uniq…

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Ep. 205: Embracing Sobriety As a Power Move 1:17:08

5M ago1:17:08

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If you’re just starting out on the alcohol-free path it’s possible you are holding on to a negative image of what “sober life” looks like. Before I stopped drinking I thought sobriety would be boring, sad and lonely and those beliefs kept me stuck in the drinking cycle for a long time. I want to help you to replace those limiting beliefs and embrac…

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Ep. 204: How Hormonal Changes In Perimenopause Can Fuel Your Desire To Drink 1:00:18

5M ago1:00:18

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Have you ever felt like you’re drinking for “medicinal purposes” to get through your monthly menstrual cycle and perimenopause symptoms? I’m 48 and the first time I had a hot flash I texted my girlfriends to ask “Oh my god, is this what a hot flash feels like? It sucks!” Perimenopause is sometimes described as a "reverse puberty" which is about as …

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Ep. 203: Are You Ready For A Midlife Makeover? 1:19:34

5M ago1:19:34

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Quitting drinking can be the lead domino to uplevel your life and explore a midlife makeover! I can say that now, but I know when you’re first considering sobriety it doesn’t feel like an opportunity. When I stopped drinking it was a last resort after years of trying to moderate and control my drinking. I started my 100 day no alcohol challenge bec…

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Ep. 202: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome Without A Drink 1:10:10

5M ago1:10:10

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Have you ever found yourself reaching for a drink to shake off a feeling of overwhelm, stress, insecurity or imposter syndrome? I used to drink to feel less nervous the night before a big presentation, an interview or a performance review. I worried that I didn’t know enough, wasn’t well prepared enough or wouldn’t present confidently enough, so I …

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Ep. 201: What happens between 100 days and 6 months of sobriety? 1:18:49

6M ago1:18:49

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If you’ve reached 90 or 100 days of sobriety you might be wondering what to expect between 100 days alcohol-free and 6 months sober. Does sobriety get easier between the 3 month and 6 month mark? What are the challenges and triggers I should watch out for that might make me dive back into the drinking cycle? What are the good parts of sobriety I ha…

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Ep. 200: How To Put Thoughts of Moderation On Pause 56:23

6M ago56:23

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Are you tired of the endless cycle of attempting to moderate your drinking or take breaks from alcohol, only to have your resolve crumble by Friday night (or 6pm) and wake up the next morning asking yourself why you can’t drink like a “normal person”? You’re not alone. I tried to moderate my drinking for years. I made ALL the rules about when I wou…

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Ep. 199: Why Women Lose Self-Trust And How To Get It Back 1:16:56

6M ago1:16:56

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High-achieving women who struggle with alcohol are often smart, hard working and struggle with trusting in their own worth, instincts and decisions. If this is you, you’re probably extremely capable but live with insecurity, a healthy fear of failure and a loud inner-critic. You might look to your boss, partner, parents or friends for approval and …

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Ep. 198: The Alcohol-Free Wellness Revolution: How To Eat To Change How You Drink 58:26

6M ago58:26

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When I was in my 20s I bought into the idea that drinking in moderation was “good” for me. And why wouldn’t I? Red wine was being marketed as a “health” food. Articles and research being circulated claimed that drinking red wine would give me health benefits ranging from lowering bad cholesterol, regulating blood sugar, reducing my risk of cancer, …

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Ep. 197: Drunk-ish with Stefanie Wilder-Taylor 1:31:52

6M ago1:31:52

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This podcast episode is a deeply personal one because the work of my guest, Stefanie Wilder-Taylor, both influenced my identity as a ‘fun mom’ who loved to drink and was an inspirational guide on my journey to sobriety. When I became a mom I fell in love with my son, and was also quickly overwhelmed by the physical and emotional work of taking care…

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Ep. 196: Blackout with Sarah Hepola 1:10:07

7M ago1:10:07

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Are you a blackout drinker? Because I was. I’ve probably forgotten more of the “big nights” of my 20s and 30s than I remember. Actually, it’s not that I forgot them, it’s that I drank enough alcohol that my brain didn’t record any memories of large chunks of those nights. I’ve blacked out on business trips, at weddings and on holidays and have spen…

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Ep. 195: Sober Coach Advice On How To Do Dry January Right 58:03

7M ago58:03

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Dry January is in the news as more adults are signing up to take part in the annual challenge to go 31 days with no alcohol. What began in 2013 as a public health campaign from Alcohol Change UK with the goal of encouraging people to take a break from alcohol so they could ditch hangovers, reduce their waistlines and save some serious money has bec…

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Ep. 194: Do This, Not That - How To Keep Your New Year’s Resolution To Take A Break From Drinking 39:34

7M ago39:34

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What’s the best New Year’s Resolution for your health? Take a break from drinking! Taking a break from drinking, whether for Dry January, a 100-day no-alcohol challenge or giving up alcohol completely, is one of the best New Year's Resolutions you can make to improve your overall health and wellbeing. And taking a break from drinking is one of the …

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Ep. 193: Sober Motivation: How To Get It and How To Keep It Going 1:08:50

7M ago1:08:50

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If you’ve ever tried to stop drinking or take a longer break from alcohol you know how hard it can be to put together 2 weeks or 30 days or 4 months of sobriety. Sober momentum is precious and often difficult to get. So when you have a foothold in alcohol-free life, how do you keep your sober motivation going strong? The fear of losing steam, falli…

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Ep. 192: Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do In Sobriety 52:51

8M ago52:51

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When I was drinking I was the furthest thing from mentally strong and resilient. I went through most days feeling like I could barely cope with life. Between the 3 AM wakeups, hangovers, promising myself that I would not drink and then buying a bottle of wine during the witching hour, I felt defeated, tired, defensive and overwhelmed on a daily bas…

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Ep. 191: How Your Family and Friends Can Support Your Sobriety During The Holidays 1:17:01

8M ago1:17:01

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If you’re in your first year of sobriety you might not know how to ask your family and friends to support you during the holiday season. But whether or not you realize it, getting help and support from the people around you to navigate the holidays alcohol-free can be incredibly useful and will help you navigate drinking events with more ease and l…

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Ep. 190: Expert Tips For Staying Sober During The Holidays 1:07:36

8M ago1:07:36

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Feeling anxious and uncertain about how to stay sober during the holidays? You’re not alone, especially if it's your first holiday season alcohol-free. It's completely normal to feel out of place and crave a drink during those holiday parties and family gatherings. You’re probably used to toasting the New Year with a glass of champagne or sipping r…

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Ep. 189: How To Cope With Holiday Season Anxiety and Family Stress Without Drinking 1:08:33

8M ago1:08:33

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The "Happiest Season Of All" can be a big challenge to navigate alcohol-free, especially in early sobriety. But with the right strategies you can cope with holiday season anxiety and family stress without drinking over it. Let's be real, facing the holidays with your family without a drink in hand can be awkward. Maybe you're used to drinking to ce…

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Ep. 188: How To Talk With Your Kids About Why You Quit Drinking (A Conversation With My Daughter Lila) 47:08

9M ago47:08

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Today my 9 year old daughter, Lila, is joining me on the podcast to chat about how I talk to my kids about alcohol, why I quit drinking and what she thinks about her mom being a sober coach (and a podcaster!) A lot of women in early sobriety wonder how to discuss their drinking or not drinking with their kids, and of course every family is differen…

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Ep. 187: Navigating Friendships In Sobriety 1:05:02

9M ago1:05:02

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If you’re taking a break from drinking or quitting alcohol completely, how do you navigate friendships in sobriety that were created on barstools and cemented in boozy book clubs? Most women I know have a lot of fears around how their friendships and social groups might change when they stop drinking. And that makes sense when all your friends drin…

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Ep. 186: Why High Achieving Women Struggle To Connect In Their Marriage (And Alcohol Doesn’t Help) 1:02:57

9M ago1:02:57

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Do you feel lonely in your marriage? If you're a high-achieving woman, you're not alone. If you're a high-achieving woman, you're not alone. Many women who are kicking ass at work and home are also lonely and struggling to connect in their marriages. Maybe you're busy, overwhelmed and have gotten into the habit of putting family and work ahead of y…

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Ep. 185: What Happens In Your First Year Of Sobriety 1:06:58

9M ago1:06:58

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What should you expect to feel and do and experience in your first year of sobriety? You’ve probably heard that the first 30 days sober are the absolute hardest and that hitting the one year milestone is big and important, but what comes in between? Your first year sober can be a complex, emotional rollercoaster. You'll feel immense pride and joy a…

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Ep. 184: Are You An Introvert? How To Socialize Without Liquid Courage 1:09:33

9M ago1:09:33

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If you’re an introvert it's likely you’ve used alcohol in social situations to ease anxiety, be more outgoing and cope with large gatherings. So what do you do when you stop drinking? Most introverts gain energy from solitude and quiet and enjoy interacting one on one or with smaller groups. Parties and lots of social interactions can feel draining…

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Ep. 183: What You Need To Know About Breast Cancer + Alcohol 1:12:38

10M ago1:12:38

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What you don’t know about breast cancer and alcohol can hurt you. Most Americans believe that “moderate” drinking (think 1 drink a day for women or 7 drinks a week) is “safe”, and many Americans believe that red wine is good for you. While most people know that you shouldn’t drink and drive or drink while pregnant, a recent study found that only 34…

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Ep. 182: Break Up With Alcohol To Live Your Best Life 1:13:03

10M ago1:13:03

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You don’t need to have a drinking problem for alcohol to keep you from breaking through to your best life. Sometimes, without even being aware of it, we’ve allowed alcohol to steal our time and energy, cloud our clarity, fuel self-doubt, reduce motivation and alter our brains and bodies. Our lives have been dulled by booze. I asked Amanda Kuda, aut…

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Ep. 181: Are You Ready For Sober October? 1:21:41

10M ago1:21:41

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Sober October is the perfect time to take a break from drinking so you can look and feel your best going into the holidays. And I got some of my favorite sobriety podcasters together to talk about all things Sober October and share what helped us most in our first month alcohol-free. Join me, Suzanne Wayre from The Sober Mom Life, Amanda E. White f…

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Ep. 180: Sober Sex, Dating and Relationships 1:10:10

10M ago1:10:10

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“Let’s grab a drink” is a pretty standard invitation for a first date and in my drinking days almost every date with my husband involved a bottle of wine. So when you stop drinking it’s normal to wonder how sober sex, dating and relationships are going to work without alcohol as a social lubricant. The good news is that there are a lot of benefits …

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Ep. 179: High Achieving Women At Work - Pressure, The Patriarchy + A Bottle Of Wine A Night 1:34:33

11M ago1:34:33

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How do you handle an endless number of meetings in a single day and the pressure to constantly do more? Do you feel like you’re always behind, overworked and undervalued? What if you wake up everyday to head into a workplace that feels toxic and untenable but blame yourself for not handling it all with grace and ease? If you’re a high-achieving wom…

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Ep. 178: It’s Not About The Wine - How To Cope With The Mental Load of Motherhood 1:01:40

11M ago1:01:40

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What’s the image that comes to mind when you hear the phrase “wine mom”? In popular culture she’s portrayed as a woman with small children, barely getting through the day and reaching for a glass of wine at night to ease the stress of parenthood. Or maybe she’s a soccer mom with a tumbler of wine on the sidelines or escaping the kids for the night …

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Ep. 177: Self-Care In Early Sobriety 30:23

11M ago30:23

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Self-care is critical for setting you up for success in early sobriety. If you’re like most women who drink to reward yourself at the end of the day you’ve probably been going through life over-scheduling yourself, putting your head down to get through your endless to-do list, feeling like there’s never enough time in the day. You’re likely overwhe…

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Ep. 176: Are You Burned Out? How To Cope Without Drinking Over It 1:09:15

11M ago1:09:15

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Are you caught in the relentless whirlwind of life, desperately seeking the off-switch for that ever-churning mental engine? In this podcast episode, we're peeling back the layers of burnout with the incredible Dr. Sharon Grossman. Dr. Grossman unveils the root causes and the early signs of burnout: emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and decreased pro…

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Ep. 175: What Can You Expect In Your First 90 Days Of Sobriety 1:05:59

12M ago1:05:59

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When I first tried to stop drinking I couldn’t get much more than 4 days alcohol-free, so the idea of 90 days of sobriety seemed impossible. Looking back I now realize that part of why staying sober for 90 days felt so hard was that the first week was miserable and I had no idea what to expect for the next 3 months. So I want you to have the inform…

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