Relief Not Relapse
What to Do When Cravings Hit and Drinking Feels Like the Only Option When a craving hits, it can feel instant and overwhelming. One minute you’re handling your day, and the next, your brain is screaming for a drink.
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5 Hidden Patterns That Keep You Drinking
You don’t drink because you’re weak. You drink because you’ve been stuck in patterns no one ever taught you how to recognize. In this powerful solo episode, I’m walking you through five emotional patterns that quietly sabotage your sobriety—even
5 Things to Do Instead of Drinking Tonight
You don’t actually want the drink.You want relief.You want to quiet your mind, slow your breath, and feel just a little more okay. But here’s what you may not realize:You don’t need alcohol to get there.You need tools—tools that
When Family Triggers You in Sobriety: How to Stay Sane, Set Boundaries, and Protect Your Peace
Do you feel like your sobriety gets harder the second a family event hits the calendar? You’re not imagining it—family is one of the most powerful and underestimated sobriety triggers. The roles, the judgment, the pressure to be “fine”—it
The Real Reasons You Self-Sabotage Your Sobriety (and How to Stop)
You’ve probably been here before… You say this time will be different. You make a plan, set your intentions, tell yourself you’re really going to do it. You’ll say no to the wine night. You’ll go to the meeting.
How to Stay Sober When Everyone Around You Still Drinks
Here’s what to do when you're trying to stay sober… and everyone around you is still drinking like nothing’s changed. Whether it’s your partner having a glass of wine with dinner, your friends pouring cocktails on the summer trip,
How to Build a Daily Sobriety Routine That Reduces Cravings and Eases Anxiety
Early sobriety can feel like emotional whiplash—your brain is loud, your body is anxious, and you’re constantly wondering how to make it through the day without drinking. That’s why creating a daily sobriety routine isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. In
Who Are You Without Alcohol?
You’ve been sober for a while now. The cravings are manageable. The routines are in place. But something still feels… off. You're no longer who you used to be—but you're not exactly sure who you are now. You’ve done
How to Get Sober Without AA (And What’s Really Holding You Back)
You’ve said it before: “I don’t want to do AA,” or “I’ll figure this out on my own.” But if you’re stuck in the cycle—making promises, breaking them, and wondering why nothing sticks—this episode is your wake-up call. In
What to Do When Sobriety Feels Like a Constant Battle
You quit drinking. People congratulated you. Maybe you posted your day count, joined a group, downloaded a tracker, even started journaling… But deep down, it still feels like you’re just barely holding it together. This is white-knuckling—where you’re sober,