Best Sara Kaufman Bradstreet Podcasts (2024)

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No More Wasted Days with Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet 59:14

19d ago59:14

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People drink for various reasons: to celebrate, socialize, commiserate, feel more courageous, alleviate boredom, or escape their troubles. Some people may also drink in an attempt to relieve the symptoms of mental ill-health. The interplay between alcohol and mental health is intricate. But depending on alcohol as temporary relief for your mental w…

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Ep. 35 - Amends & Forgiveness on Your Alcohol Free Journey: Listener Q&A 32:32

4d ago32:32

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In this episode of the 'No More Wasted Days' podcast, Sara and Heather dive into a Q&A session answering listener questions about navigating life without alcohol. Topics include socialization timelines, managing expectations of oneself and others, dealing with fear and anxiety in new situations, self-reflection and making amends, and non-alcoholic …

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The Long Haul: Life with Long COVID & Chronic Fatigue with Lexi Boreham 52:00

5d ago52:00

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Long COVID, refers to a range of symptoms that persist for weeks or months after the acute phase of a COVID-19 infection has been resolved. At least 2 million people in England and Scotland say they are experiencing long COVID, with many reporting their symptoms have lasted two years or longer. The figures released by the Office for National Statis…

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Ep. 34 - What is Emotional Sobriety? 27:03

11d ago27:03

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara and Heather discuss the concept of emotional sobriety. Heather shares her journey and extensive research on the topic, emphasizing its importance for long-term recovery and sustainable alcohol-free living. They discuss the common misconceptions surrounding emotional sobriety, practical tips f…

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Engineering Better Health: The Mind-Gut Connection with Dr Emeran Mayer 53:59

12d ago53:59

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The gut-brain connection is a two-way communication system between your gut and brain. It’s an intricate network of nerve cells, chemicals, and microbes and explains why your stomach produces juices when you think about food, and why stress can cause stomach cramps or a churning feeling. This connection links your central nervous system (CNS), incl…

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Ep. 33: Rituals of Self-Connection in Your Alcohol Free Journey 26:52

19d ago26:52

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Ready to kickstart your alcohol free journey? CLICK HERE to enroll in my upcoming Reboot & Reset: Dry July Challenge and use the coupon code PODCAST to save 10% on your enrollment. In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss 'rituals of self-connection' and their importance in an alcohol-free journey. Heather …

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Ep. 32: Becoming Your Best Self Without Alcohol 34:26

26d ago34:26

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Ready to kickstart your alcohol free journey? CLICK HERE to enroll in my upcoming Reboot & Reset: Dry July Challenge and use the coupon code PODCAST to save 10% on your enrollment. In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss the process of rediscovering and reinventing oneself after quitting drinking, and shar…

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Shadow Work 101: Exploring Our Dark Side with Alasdair Kirk 51:39

27d ago51:39

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Shadow work refers to the psychological and emotional process of exploring and integrating the unconscious parts of the self, often referred to as the "shadow." At its core, shadow work is about discovering what annoys, irritates, saddens, provokes, triggers or puts you on edge, and identifying the underlying causes for why they provoke such strong…

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Ep. 31: Quieting the Urge -- Meditation & Your Alcohol Free Journey 39:16

1M ago39:16

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Sara and Heather share all about meditation and its transformative effects. Discussing the history, benefits, and practical tips for incorporating meditation into daily life. Useful strategies are also given to make meditation more accessible, even for those with busy minds. Heather & Sara also emphasize the role of meditation in stress reduction, …

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Modern Dating: Lessons on Love Bombing, Breadcrumbs, Ghosting & Moving On with Gabby (Part 2) 36:05

1M ago36:05

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In the second episode dedicated to exploring the complexities of modern dating and the ramifications negative experiences can have on our mental and emotional health, The Happier Life Project host Gabby Sanderson has lots more to share from a variety of psychologists and leading dating and relationship experts. In the previous episode, Gabby discus…

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Ep. 30: Traveling without Alcohol 33:48

1M ago33:48

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It's the 30th episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast!! Sara and Heather share their journeys and success of staying sober while traveling. They share their personal stories, and offer tips and strategies for staying alcohol-free during vacations and trips. The discussion covers various aspects of sober traveling, from creating an alcohol-free b…

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Modern Dating: Lessons on Love Bombing, Breadcrumbs, Ghosting & Moving On with Gabby (Part 1) 33:09

1M ago33:09

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The complexities of modern dating can be challenging, and can significantly affect our mental and emotional health... Particularly if we have been on the receiving end of behaviour that is not kind. Terms like ‘love bombing’, ‘breadcrumbs', ‘ghosting' and ‘situationships’ have become so common, they are almost considered as acceptable codes of cond…

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Ep. 29: Drinking Self? Are you there? 36:05

2M ago36:05

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Sara and Heather celebrate Sara's five-year alcohol-free anniversary. After recapping personal milestones like birthdays and Mother's Day, Sara shares five valuable lessons she'd tell her past drinking self, such as recognizing the hidden stress alcohol causes and understanding its addictive nature. Together, they emphasize the possibilities and jo…

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Emotionally Equipped: Tools for Managing Strong Feelings with Dr Emma Hepburn 49:43

2M ago49:43

49:43

Emotions play a crucial role in our overall mental health, acting as both messengers and influencers of our psychological well-being. Positive emotions like joy, gratitude, and love can enhance mental resilience, foster strong social connections, and improve our ability to cope with stress. But on the flip side, the more challenging emotions such a…

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Ep. 28: Overcoming the Inner Critic in Your Alcohol Free Life 26:20

2M ago26:20

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather dive into the concept of thought work, providing insights into understanding and managing the inner critic. Heather shares her personal milestones and discusses how inner voices shape our behavior. Strategies to externalize and reframe negative thoughts are explored, alongsi…

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Nurturing the Mind and Body Clock for Better Sleep with Dr Kat Lederle 52:04

2M ago52:04

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If you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, you’re not alone. According to sleepfoundation.org adults need seven or more hours of sleep per night. However more than one-third of adults sleep less than seven hours per night on average, and up to two-thirds of adults occasionally experience insomnia symptoms. We know that sleep is critical …

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Ep. 27 Creating a Joyful, Alcohol-Free Life with Sarah Rusbatch 38:45

2M ago38:45

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Sara and Heather get to talk with guest Sarah Rusbatch, Sarah is the author of the best selling book “Beyond Booze, How to create a life you love Alcohol Free’, a multi-award winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a menopause coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and impact of alcohol on m…

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Movement: Moving More For Our Mental Health with The Mental Health PT 49:37

2M ago49:37

49:37

To mark this year's Mental Health Awareness Week theme, ‘Movement: Moving more for our mental health’, The Happier Life project went back into the archives to repurpose an interview host Gabby did with mental health and exercise coach Dan Hancock. Dan, who goes by ‘The Mental Health PT’ online, passionately believes in doing what works for you and …

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Ep. 26: What’s in your Sober Toolbox? 39:40

2M ago39:40

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss the concept of the 'sobriety toolbox’. They offer listeners a comprehensive guide to resources and strategies that support sobriety. They discuss personal experiences and emphasize the importance of community, routines, hobbies, and self-care practices that aid in ma…

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Detached and Disconnected: Navigating Depersonalization & Derealization with Swamy G 50:53

2M ago50:53

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Have you ever felt detached from your own life? Disconnected from yourself? Like you were an outsider looking in at your own existence? Going through the motions, emotionally numb, emotionally disconnected from people you care about? Or maybe you've looked at your environment and everything appears foggy? You feel unable to see your surroundings ac…

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Ep. 25: Heather is THREE YEARS Alcohol Free 27:22

3M ago27:22

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara and Heather celebrate Heather's three-year alcohol-free anniversary. Heather reflects on her sober journey, including her decision to quit drinking, the challenges of the first few days, and the importance of support systems like therapy and sober communities. She also shares her battle with …

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Ep. 24: But, Am I an Alcoholic? 40:15

3M ago40:15

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In this episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, hosts Sara and Heather explore the concept of alcohol labels, particularly challenging the stigma of being called an alcoholic. They introduce alternative terms such as sober, alcohol-free, in recovery, and Cali sober, emphasizing personal choice in how one identifies their relationship with alcoh…

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Ep. 23: Who am I Without Alcohol? 38:58

3M ago38:58

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Sara and Heather discuss the topic of rediscovering yourself after quitting drinking. They discuss how alcohol can cloud one's true identity, leading individuals to question who they are without it. They highlight the science behind why people feel low after quitting due to dopamine depletion and how this affects motivation and pleasure. The episod…

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Ep. 22: Grieving Your Drinking Self 28:02

3M ago28:02

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Sara and Heather dive into the topic of grieving your drinking self, a concept many might not anticipate when embarking on an alcohol-free journey. They share their personal experiences and struggles with letting go of their past selves who engaged in drinking, discussing how this process involves navigating through the five stages of grief: denial…

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Ep. 21: Grieving While Staying Alcohol-Free 27:25

3M ago27:25

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss the complex subject of grief. They approach this heavy topic with a focus on educating listeners on how to 'spiral up' and use understanding of grief to ease its burden. Heather & Sara offer personal experiences with grief, including the loss of loved ones and the un…

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Ep. 20: Boundaries in Your Alcohol Free Journey 34:49

4M ago34:49

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Want to join the 30 Day Alcohol Free Challenge?? CLICK HERE and join us. We start on April 1st. I hope to see you there! ************************************************ In this episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, hosts Heather and Sara explore the essential topic of setting and maintaining personal boundaries, especially in the context of …

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10 Effective Ways to find Calm with Rebekah Ballagh 1:10:38

4M ago1:10:38

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When it comes to improving our mental well-being, practising calm is one of the best places to start. Clarity of mind is extremely important when you are dealing with stress, problems and emotional turmoil. And remaining calm in times of turbulence and chaos, allows us to think more logically and make decisions accordingly. Rebekah Ballagh is the b…

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Ep. 19: Sober Together - Quitting Drinking with your Spouse 38:09

4M ago38:09

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara is joined with a guest host - her husband, Ryan. They discuss their journey to sobriety as a couple. They share insights into their personal experiences with alcohol, how quitting drinking has changed their lives, impacted their parenting, and strengthened their relationship. Ryan touches upo…

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Ep. 18 - The Buzz: Understanding Alcohol's Effects and Healthy Alternatives 42:22

4M ago42:22

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Sara and Heather dive into the effects of alcohol on the brain and body, aiming to empower listeners on their alcohol-free journey with science based insights and practical tips. They discuss various chemicals like GABA, dopamine, and endorphins, which are affected by alcohol consumption, presenting the impact on the body's systems and simulating t…

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Hormone Hacks and Working With Your Menstrual Cycle with Chlo Hodgkinson 49:05

4M ago49:05

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Hormones are essential for life and your health. They affect everything from blood sugar to blood pressure, growth, fertility, your sex drive, metabolism, and even sleep. Hormones are so important they influence the way we think and act day to day. The menstrual cycle is regulated by hormones. So if we are having irregular periods, bleed between pe…

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Ep. 17 - Socializing without Alcohol 32:19

4M ago32:19

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara and Heather delve into the world of socializing without alcohol. Sara shares updates on moving out of her house in Oregon and the challenges involved, including a significant plumbing repair. The conversation shifts to strategies and insights on maintaining a social life without alcohol, addr…

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Heal Childhood Wounds, Transform Your Relationships with Vienna Pharaon 1:02:21

4M ago1:02:21

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None of us had a perfect childhood; we are all carrying around wounds and behaviours that don’t serve us. But what if we could break free from unhealthy family patterns to liberate the way we live and love? As children we observe and absorb everything around us. And we teach ourselves to behave in a way that helps to make us feel safe. But at what …

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Ep. 16: Managing Cravings On Your Alcohol-Free Journey 37:39

5M ago37:39

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In this episode of The No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara and Heather discuss the importance of managing cravings in one's alcohol-free journey. They provide tips for managing cravings in the short and long run, stressing the significance of maintaining daily routines, practicing mindfulness and meditation, maintaining a nourishing diet, staying phy…

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Ask The Expert: Tackling Health Anxiety with Cherelle Roberts 31:26

5M ago31:26

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Health anxiety is a common condition, diagnosed in 4% to 5% of people. But experts believe that the disorder often goes undiagnosed and may affect more than 10% of the entire population. In this Ask The Expert episode host Gabby puts your questions to ex-health anxiety sufferer.. now relatable health anxiety therapist and social media influencer Ch…

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Ep. 15: Trauma Awareness in Your Alcohol Free Life 30:52

5M ago30:52

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In this episode of No More Wasted Days Podcast, Heather and Sara dive into a discussion around trauma. They talk about various types, symptoms and manifestations of trauma including physical, mental, emotional, environmental, and more. The episode further explores different ways to cope with trauma like practicing mindfulness, maintaining routines,…

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My Story: The Harsh Reality of Chasing The Perfect Body with Victoria Niamh 35:36

5M ago35:36

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This episode is dedicated to hearing the powerful story of the previous episode's guest. Victoria Niamh is a female confidence coach, mentor, social media Influencer and the Founder of ‘The Glow Up Project’ which aims to inspire women to understand that the real glow up is an inside job. Vic advocates for body confidence and breaking stigma around …

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Ep. 14: Managing Boredom in Your Alcohol-Free Journey 33:06

5M ago33:06

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Sara and Heather discuss ways to navigate feelings of boredom during an alcohol-free journey. Tips discussed include list-making of productive and fun activities, engaging in hobbies and learning new skills, embracing peace and rest, and realizing that what may feel like boredom could be a newfound sense of peace. They also mention the importance o…

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Love, Mental Health & The Glow Up Project with Victoria Niamh 33:02

5M ago33:02

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The role of love in mental health is significant. When people think of love, they usually think of the positive feelings associated with a deep connection. However, love can encompass more than just happiness and radiate in many different ways. We experience love when we interact with others and ourselves. Science shows that love involves multiple …

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Ep. 13: Journaling to Support Your Alcohol Free Journey 28:57

5M ago28:57

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss the importance and benefits of journaling. They share their own experiences with journaling, from their childhood to the present, and how it has helped manage their stress, anxiety, and journey towards sobriety. The hosts not only emphasize how journaling helped them…

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Lost & Found: Reconnecting with Who You Are with Dr. Sara Kuburic 46:42

5M ago46:42

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'What if I die before I have the chance to exist?' An existential crisis, or existential dread, can be described as persistent negative feelings and emotions linked to questioning the value of your life and how you are spending it. An existential crisis may result from intense feelings of despair as you consider questions like, "What is the point?”…

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Ep. 12: Ditch the GUILT from your Drinking Days 32:55

6M ago32:55

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara and Heather explore tips and tactics for self-forgiveness, specifically in relation to past alcohol addiction. Heather shares her battles with overcoming her transfer addiction to Sour Patch Kids.. Then they offer 10 strategies on forgiving one’s past drinking self. From accepting one’s past …

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Ask The Expert: Navigating and Managing Life's Stress with Dr Bernadette Dancy 46:38

6M ago46:38

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Stress is a natural part of our lives. Bills, work, relationships, life events, health issues… A little bit of stress is inevitable, and sometimes that’s a good thing. Stress helps you meet your daily challenges and motivates you to reach your goals, ultimately making you a smarter, happier and healthier person. But on the flip side. They say stres…

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Ep. 11: Redefining Your Values in your Alcohol-Free Life 31:49

6M ago31:49

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In this podcast episode, 'No More Wasted Days' hosts Sara and Heather explore the correlation between personal values and living an alcohol-free life. They share personal anecdotes about transitioning to sobriety, recalling moments of fulfillment, happiness, and pride. They reflect on understanding their past and present values and how they've chan…

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Pour Decisions: Breaking Free from Unhealthy Habits and Drinking Patterns with Amanda E. White 38:48

6M ago38:48

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Let’s get curious about our drinking habits! In this episode of The Happier Life Project we are looking at the role alcohol plays in our life; as a comforter, socializing tool, way to relax, blow off steam, or avoid uncomfortable emotions. Guest Amanda E. White is a licensed therapist and the creator of the popular Instagram account @therapyforwome…

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Ep. 10 - The Mindset of a Non-Drinker 36:54

6M ago36:54

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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss their personal experiences of adopting a new mindset to quit drinking. They discuss how they transitioned from viewing quitting drinking as a punishment to a beneficial life choice. They share their respective journeys which included methods such as constructing dail…

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Orthorexia: When Healthy Eating Goes Bad - Pt 2 with Renee McGregor 34:52

6M ago34:52

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Part two of our exploration into orthorexia sees host Gabby Sanderson breakdown with guest Renee McGregor the most common elimination food groups in orthorexia, and how and why doing this can be dangerous on the body. Renee busts more food myths when it comes to things like sugar and refined sugar, pasta made from vegetables or lentils, and the ong…

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Ep. 9: Managing Stress without Alcohol 31:56

6M ago31:56

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Stress is one of the leading reason people relapse. Knowing how to manage stress can help you stay strong on your alcohol free journey. On this episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara and Heather discuss various strategies to manage stress. They explain that stress is a body's natural response to any demand or challenge, and not all stress…

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Orthorexia: When Healthy Eating Goes Bad - Pt 1 with Renee McGregor 36:02

6M ago36:02

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January is traditionally a time for many when we look at improving our diet. But In our current culture, to which cutting out entire food groups like sugar, fats, carbohydrates and dairy are encouraged and commended, we must stop to question where these recommendations and messages have come from. And should we believe them? Although being aware of…

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Ep. 8: Healthy Communication in your Alcohol-Free Life 25:21

6M ago25:21

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A 30 day break from alcohol is exactly how Sara & Heather started their alcohol free journey. CLICK HERE to join Dry January and work with Sara and Heather through your own 30 Day Break from alcohol. In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara and Heather discuss the importance of communication in our everyday lives and how to do it in…

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New Year, New Relationship with Exercise with Dan Hancock 48:59

7M ago48:59

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Welcome to the first episode of The Happier Life Project 2024! January is often associated with cold weather and short, dreary days. And there are many reasons why we might struggle. The financial aftermath of all the Christmas costs, if you're self-employed the dreaded tax return, trying to set New Year's resolutions when you're not sure what you …

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