To 50 and Beyond podcast
458 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 100 ratingsA podcast to help you find joy and confidence in going and staying alcohol-free later in life.
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Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder with Sarah Rusbatch
April 03, 2024 07:15 - 40 minutes - 31.2 MBEpisode 286 I invited Sarah Rusbatch to the podcast to talk about Alcohol Use Disorder and share how alcohol impacts women as we get older. Sarah is a Gray Area Drinking and Menopause coach, as well as the author of the book Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol-free. Sarah and I discuss the importance of addressing alcohol use disorder for women in midlife, exploring coping mechanisms, societal pressures, challenges, and the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle. We a...
Drinking Moderately Vs. Moderating Your Drinking
March 26, 2024 07:05 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBEpisode 286 What does it mean to drink moderately? Hello! I'm glad you're here. This episode will help you understand what it really means to drink moderately. I will share the latest research, and then we will look at what it looks and feels like to be the moderator of your drinking. I’m going to share my experience with trying to be a moderate drinker and why I couldn’t. I talk about the "moderation game" I played with myself and why just a little alcohol wasn't enough. This...
When Alcohol is a Reward with Leigh and Anne Walkup
March 20, 2024 19:30 - 45 minutes - 32.3 MBEpisode 285 Hello, friend! I'm glad you're here! If you have ever found yourself saying, "I deserve a drink," or feel deprived when you stop drinking because you think of alcohol as a reward, you are not alone. You will appreciate today's episode with two of my favorite people: the twins are back! Leigh and Anne Walkup are the Founders of Retro Rodeo Publishing, LLC and Front Porch Life Magazine. They drank together and got sober together. They know a thing or two about using a...
What I Needed to Hear When I Quit Drinking
March 13, 2024 07:17 - 11 minutes - 8.51 MBEpisode 284 Hello, friend! A short and sweet episode for you today where I reflect on what I needed to hear before I stopped drinking. One of the things I needed to hear before I quit drinking, wasn't easy to hear, but it was the catalyst for me to get to sobriety two years later. This episode goes out to those brave souls who are standing at the crossroads of sobriety. It is a nudge, not a push, to listen to more of what you're saying to yourself because chances are that is what...
Insights Into Addiction and 12-Step Programs Today with Angela Pugh
March 06, 2024 08:15 - 44 minutes - 33.7 MBhttps://www.lorimassicot.com/Episode 283 This is an episode about the change of addiction and 12-step programs throughout the years and where we are today, with a woman who proudly shares how AA helped change her life: Angela Pugh. Angela Pugh is a Master Life Coach, speaker, and the host of the highly popular podcast, Addiction Unlimited. In this episode, you’ll hear: How alcohol affected her life, and what her drinking looked like before she quit drinking. Angela’s decision to see...
25 "Permission Slip" Ideas for Midlife Women
February 28, 2024 08:15 - 21 minutes - 15.4 MBEpisode 282 Hey there! I'm happy you're here. Today, we are exploring the concept of giving yourself permission to do and not do what you want. If it sounds silly, let it be! This episode is inspired by a group coaching meeting that I recently hosted inside my community, Team Alcohol-Free. In this episode, I talk about the insights women face when giving themselves a "permission slip," why giving yourself permission matters, and 25 ideas to help get you started. You can f...
Getting Older and Staying Sober
February 21, 2024 08:19 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBEpisode 281 Hey there! Today, I'm sharing a reintroduction to the podcast as it turned 6 this week! I also give you an update on life as a 56 year old sober woman. I share my thoughts, discoveries as I've gotten older, and why and how I maintain long-term sobriety. I talk about what I consider midlife, and how I manage past regrets, and what I'm doing today to keep my sobriety going. I also share an update about the future of To 50 and Beyond. I appreciate you for listening...
Finding Freedom From Disordered Eating with Helen Bennett
February 14, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41 MBEpisode 280 Coach Helen Bennett is here with us to share her story of disordered eating, including binging and purging, and how she started to find freedom and heal her relationship with food. I invited Helen to the podcast because I appreciate her compassionate approach to using practical tools to get started in recovery and empowerment toward food freedom. Helen Bennett is a certified Health Coach and Addiction Recovery Coach and the founder of BulimiaFreedom.com. Disclaimer: T...
The Signs of Gray Area Drinking with Kari Schwear
February 07, 2024 08:08 - 41 minutes - 35.9 MBEpisode 279 Have you ever found yourself questioning your relationship with alcohol? It's not like your drinking is “that bad,” but it's far from being something you can manage and still feel your best as you get older. You've noticed some downsides to your drinking, but quitting altogether feels like a big leap. The fear of judgment around being a non-drinker adds another layer to the mix. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. You might be a Gray Area drinker, joining a rising...
Quitting or Continuing to Drink for Other People
January 31, 2024 08:12 - 22 minutes - 17.6 MBEpisode #278 This episode is for the gal who feels the inner struggle to quit or continue drinking because of other people. The inner struggle comes from hearing either you should stop drinking or you don’t have to quit drinking, but knowing that is not what YOU want. In my 5+ years of coaching midlife women, I have heard my clients say, “I know I should stop drinking. My kids are worried about me,” or “I want to stop drinking, but my husband doesn’t think I should.” It’s such a conun...
When You're Worried About Your Drinking with Gigi Langer, PhD
January 24, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutes - 36.9 MBEpisode 277 Hey there, friend! You are not alone if you are worried about your drinking. I spent two years trying to make alcohol work because I was worried about my drinking, but most of all, I was worried about what life would be like without alcohol. I know that worry around drinking in midlife is a much-needed topic, and that is why I invited our Gigi Langer to the podcast. Gigi used to be a prisoner of her worries and used alcohol, romance, and professional accomplishments to ...
My Story: Why Committing to Sobriety Felt Impossible
January 17, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 24.6 MBEpisode 276 I can’t think of any other area in my life where I felt the fear of committing to something more than I did when I quit drinking. In the episode, I talk about: How thinking in terms of “forever” held me back from quitting and how I switched it around What my commitment to alcohol looked like My top five reasons why committing to sobriety felt impossible Click here to read the full show notes with mentioned resources. I want to thank you from the bottom of my hea...
Managing Sobriety Through Nutrition and Supplements with Dr. Brooke Scheller
January 10, 2024 08:52 - 47 minutes - 41.8 MBEpisode 275 Whether you are sober curious or already sober like myself, today’s guest, Dr. Brooke Scheller is going to help you feel better through her functional medicine approach. I reached out to Dr. Brooke after seeing her talk about her new book, How to Eat to Change How You Drink: Heal Your Gut, Mend Your Mind, and Improve Nutrition to Change Your Relationship with Alcohol because I was fascinated by the topic. Dr. Brooke Scheller is a doctor of clinical nutrition, the founder...
How to Write a "Dear Alcohol" Letter as a New Year Ritual
December 27, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBEpisode 274 Hello friend! Happy New Year! If you're thinking about giving up alcohol in 2024 and want to kickstart the year on a positive note, try writing a "Dear Alcohol" letter. It's a great way to understand your relationship with alcohol better and get pumped up for an alcohol-free lifestyle. In this episode, I will talk about the main benefit of writing a letter to alcohol, how to decide if this practice is for you, and some simple tips to help you get started if you choose,...
A Message to Help You Stay Sober This Holiday
December 20, 2023 08:02 - 27 minutes - 24 MBEpisode 273 Hello, friend! Happy Holidays! I have a message for you today that I would have loved to hear when I was celebrating my first few holidays alcohol-free. If you are in a place where you are having a hard time staying sober due to the memory of drinking during the holiday, this episode is for you. I talk about challenging the "just one glass" theory to ride out cravings and F'it moments and give you some of my best mantras and tips to help you stay focused on what you m...
Is There a Downside to Doing a Dry January?
December 13, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 14.3 MBEpisode 272 With a brand new year upon us, millions of people worldwide are either contemplating a Dry January or have already signed up to participate, but why? Why take January off from drinking alcohol? Are there benefits? Or a downside? In this episode, I talk about my experience with my first "Dry January" and why I chose to do one, which ultimately I learned wasn't for the benefits. I also talk about ways to decide if taking January off is a good idea for you and the key qu...
Goal Setting for the Different Stages of Motherhood
December 06, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 44.4 MBEpisode 271 Did you know there are different stages of motherhood? I didn't until I met our guest today, Jennifer Chaney. Jennifer is a mentor to moms in midlife helping them find their footing as their kids become more independent. This is one of those episodes that is full of some fantastic midlife nuggets! We talk about perimenopause and menopause, living an alcohol-free lifestyle, and Jen shares her story of how she decided to go alcohol-free. We also talk about the opportu...
How to Mocktail with Debbie Podlogar
November 22, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 41.6 MBEpisode 270 Hello, friend! If you're navigating the world of alcohol-free living, you've likely come across the term "mocktails," but have you ever thought about why they're such a game-changer for staying sober? Our guest today, Debbie Podlogar, aka Mocktail Mom, is a mocktail expert who started her journey with mocktails during a month-long break from alcohol. Debbie is bringing you ALL of her tips and solutions to help you find alternatives to alcohol that are equally rewarding ...
A Look Inside an Online Sober Community with Janet Gourand
November 01, 2023 07:42 - 39 minutes - 37.3 MBEpisode 269 Hello, friend! If you're sober curious or already committed to an alcohol-free lifestyle, but find yourself craving connections with others on the same path, this episode is for you. I’ve invited, the incredible, Janet Gourand back to the podcast for the second time. Janet is the Founder of Tribe Sober, an online sober community for men and women, and the host of the podcast by the same name, the Tribe Sober podcast. In this episode, Janet and I talk about what an onl...
Let's Plan Your Alcohol-Free Holiday Calendar Together
October 25, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 37.6 MBEpisode 268 Hey friend! Do you have a plan for your holiday that will help support your alcohol-free lifestyle? If you said no, then this episode is for you! If you do have a plan, that's great! Stick around as I walk you through how I plan each month and talk about swapping out activities that may trigger you to drink this holiday. Click here to read the full show notes and get details and resources shared inside. Email me here. Join Team Alcohol-Free before enrollm...
Managing Holiday Stress with Cohost Amy Connell
October 18, 2023 07:49 - 48 minutes - 41.1 MBHey there! I'm glad you’re here. In episode 266, I asked my friend, Amy Connell, to join me as my cohost to discuss practical ways to manage stress during the holiday season. Let’s face it: we face stress daily, and it’s always a good idea to check in with yourself to learn more about what is happening in your life and what you need to do to manage your stress. Amy and I talk about: What stress is and ways it shows up during the holiday season How to plan for the holidays wit...
From Early Sobriety to Beyond a Year with Co-Host Sondra Primeaux
October 11, 2023 07:52 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBEpisode 266 Hey there! I'm happy you're here! I asked my friend, Sondra Primeaux, Founder of The Unruffled to join me as my cohost for this episode to share her experience after she quit drinking and beyond a year of sobriety. Sondra is a writer, podcaster, photographer, and reuse designer whose passion shines through in everything she creates. Much like me, Sondra quit drinking during perimenopause (at 45). In this episode, we talk about what happened after we chose to stop dri...
When to Keep Sobriety to Yourself and When to Share
October 04, 2023 07:56 - 20 minutes - 17.6 MBEpisode 265 Hello, friend. I'm glad you're here! Sobriety is a personal journey and not an easy one to come to terms with at any level of drinking. I had to decide who to share this precious information with when I stopped drinking. I didn't want others to know of my decision before I understood it more. Inside this episode, I share my insights into when it's a good idea to share your sobriety and when it's a good idea to protect your choice and not share. Thank you for listening...
A Daily Plan to Support Your Alcohol-Free Lifestyle with Michelle Smith
September 27, 2023 08:06 - 43 minutes - 36.9 MBEpisode 264 Hey there, friend! If you are curious about living alcohol-free or already living that lifestyle but struggle with what to focus on daily to help you stay alcohol-free, you will appreciate today's episode. I asked my friend, Michelle Smith, the Founder of Recovery is the New Black to come on the podcast and talk about the importance of creating a daily self-check-in plan to manage your emotions, focus, and well-being. Michelle will guide you through simple daily activit...
Living Alcohol-Free: The First Year with Co-Host Casey McGuire Davidson
September 20, 2023 07:27 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBEpisode 263 Hello, friend! I'm glad you're here. I invited my friend, Casey McGuire Davidson to the podcast to join me in a conversation about the first year of living alcohol-free. When we make a choice to stop drinking, we all start off unsure of what to expect. Casey and I break down what we experienced from week one to the one-year mark in our first year of alcohol freedom. It's an insightful conversation that will give you an insider's peek into the two different paths Cas...
How to Get Past "Forever Sober" Thinking with Co-Hosts Anne and Leigh Walkup
September 13, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutes - 45 MBEpisode 262 Hello friend! I'm glad you're here! Today, we come together to talk about one of the biggest challenges most of us face when standing at the crossroads of "Do I continue to drink?" or "Do I go alcohol-free?" is the fear of never drinking again if you choose to take a break or go all into an alcohol-free lifestyle. "Forever sober" thinking is real, but it doesn't have to hold you back from being alcohol-free today. In this episode, we talk about “going all in” on an al...
The Bright Side of Going Alcohol-Free in Midlife
September 06, 2023 08:00 - 18 minutes - 19.4 MBEpisode 261 Hello friend! When I was 45 and thinking about quitting alcohol, I wished I could hear from women my age who could share their experiences and insights about living without alcohol. In today's episode, I'm your virtual friend, here to share some positive insights of life without drinking. The purpose of this episode is to bring you hope and encouragement, and help you find your "bright side" to going alcohol-free. What you'll hear: Why going alcohol-free in midlife matt...
Why September is a Great Time to Take a Break from Drinking
August 23, 2023 08:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBEpisode 260 Are you thinking about taking a break from drinking? I remember my first break from drinking, which I talk about in this episode. I had the mindset going into it that I would save money and lose weight, but with that first break, I realized how different I felt without drinking. That break was the "kickstart" to me going "all-in" on an alcohol-free lifestyle a year and half later. In this episode, I talk about five compelling reasons to embrace an alcohol-free lifestyl...
How to Keep Alcohol-Free Living Top of Mind Daily
August 18, 2023 08:11 - 24 minutes - 24.2 MBBonus In this episode, I wrap up The Essential Series with words of encouragement and hope and a breakdown of how to keep your alcohol-free lifestyle top of mind daily which simply means: I will make myself and my alcohol-free lifestyle a priority because I care about myself and what I want more out of life than drinking alcohol. I'll be sharing five practical strategies to help remind you of why you're choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle, show up for yourself daily, and enjoy the freedo...
The 3 Types of People Who May Derail Your Alcohol-Free Journey
August 16, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 22.4 MBEpisode 259 Hello friend! I'm happy you're here. Today, we are talking about how to manage relationships without drinking. One of the biggest fears most women face when deciding to choose an alcohol-free lifestyle is how their choice will impact their relationships. Our choice to live free from alcohol should not be anything less than celebrated, especially by the people we love, but that is not always the case. In this episode, I talk about how to set and uphold personal bound...
The Practice of "Being" Alcohol-Free
August 09, 2023 08:00 - 16 minutes - 17.7 MBEpisode #258 Hello, friend! Today is an episode about stepping into your identity as someone who lives an alcohol-free lifestyle. When I stopped drinking, I realized quickly that so much of who I thought I was was tied to alcohol. At 14, I stepped into my “party girl” image. I believed alcohol was the answer to my social anxiety and lack of confidence in who I was. At 45, when I quit drinking, I had the same beliefs about alcohol, and I had a belief that I couldn’t “do life” w...
Midlife Sobriety: Common Questions and Concerns
August 04, 2023 08:06 - 37 minutes - 32.7 MBBonus In the last five years, I've received many questions from women who are thinking about giving up alcohol later in life. In this episode, I'll answer your most common questions and worries. This episode aims to help you find the information you need and let you know that other women have similar concerns. To find the resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes page. Get caught up on past episodes: The Essential Series: Your Guide to Living Alcohol-Free ...
How to Create a Daily Plan to Help You Stay Alcohol-Free
August 02, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBEpisode 257 When I first quit drinking, I had no plan. After committing to an alcohol-free lifestyle, I woke up the next day feeling lost and uncertain. The day seemed long and daunting, and with no one else aware of my decision yet, fear crept in. Looking back, I realize how much I held myself accountable for that commitment. However, for the first two years of sobriety, I lacked a clear daily focus beyond my basic responsibilities of taking care of my son and going to work. In this e...
How to Build Your Alcohol Free Muscle One Challenge at a Time
July 28, 2023 08:05 - 19 minutes - 19.6 MBHello, friend! I'm so glad you're here. In this bonus episode, we talk about the concept of your alcohol-free muscle and how it empowers you to live alcohol-free. Just like our muscles in our bodies, your alcohol-free muscle takes time to build. Let this episode remind you that your challenges are your greatest "alcohol-free muscle builders." I'm with you. You will find the show notes here. Mentioned in this episode: The Essential Series Join the To 50 and Beyo...
5 Essential Solutions to Help You Manage Cravings and Urges Without Drinking
July 26, 2023 08:01 - 28 minutes - 23.3 MBEpisode 256 When you stop drinking, it is normal to crave a drink and feel the urge to drink. You are never alone in fighting the good fight to stay alcohol-free during these tempting moments. In this episode, I will guide you through 5 essential solutions that can help you effectively manage the urge to drink and empower yourself to step into the leading role you were meant to play in your life. These solutions have worked for women just like you who have found different ways to re...
How to Challenge Your Drinking Stories for a Fresh Perspective
July 21, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes - 21 MBBonus episode Hello friend! I'm glad you're here! Today, we are coming together to talk about our inner dialogue that comes up after we quit drinking, what I like to call, our "drinking stories." We all have them, and being aware of what they are will help you challenge them to find a fresh perspective that will help support your alcohol-free lifestyle. Are you up for the challenge? If you are, push play, and let's go! You can find the show notes here. Mentioned in...
5 Practical Tips to Help You Stop Drinking in Midlife and Beyond
July 19, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes - 20.8 MBEpisode 255 Finding practicality and simplicity in early sobriety is essential to prevent overwhelm and stress, which can motivate you to drink. I chose a practical approach to sobriety, because that is all I knew then. With so many different tips available today to help you stop drinking, it can get confusing how to start and keep it going. In this episode, I'll guide you through five practical tips that you can get started on today. This episode is for you if you are curiou...
5 Essential Questions to Ponder to Help You Take a Break from Drinking
July 14, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 19.3 MBBonus episode If you're unsure about drinking or taking a break, you're not alone. Many women in midlife are choosing the road less traveled and exploring the benefits of abstaining from alcohol. In this bonus episode, I'll guide you through 5 Essential Questions to Help You Take a Break from Drinking. What you'll hear: Questions to help you: Identify experiences that matter more to you than daily drinking. Understand why those experiences hold importance for you. Explore yo...
Transitioning to an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle: What it Does and Doesn't Take
July 12, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 27.6 MBEpisode 254 Hello friend! We all reach a point where we start considering an alcohol-free lifestyle as an alternative. It sounds appealing, but the uncertainty of what it truly takes to start and maintain an alcohol-free life can be overwhelming. In this episode, I'll guide you in reflecting on your thoughts about the requirements and misconceptions surrounding transitioning to an alcohol-free lifestyle in midlife and beyond. This episode is for you if you are curious about an alco...
Intro to The Essential Series: Your Guide to Living Alcohol-Free in Midlife and Beyond
July 05, 2023 14:53 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MBHello, friend! If you are curious about going alcohol-free or are already living that lifestyle but find it less than fulfilling, I have a special 6-week podcast series, The Essential Series: Your Guide to Living Alcohol-Free in Midlife and Beyond, coming your way July 12th - August 18th. Today, I will introduce you to the series and let you know what to expect. The episodes you will hear in the series (as of today) are as follows: Episode 254 7/12: Transitioning to an Alcoho...
Midyear Reflections
June 21, 2023 17:00 - 26 minutes - 23 MBEpisode 253 If you feel like you aren’t moving in the direction of where you want to be in 2023, (join the club and) listen to this episode today! We all feel off track sometimes, and taking time to reflect helps us find more peace and clarity and get focused on what matters most in our lives. There is no better time than mid-year to reflect! In this episode, I share my five favorite prompts that help me reflect on my progress in life. These prompts are: No. 1 In the pa...
Finding Balance in Nutrition and Exercise with Pam Sherman
June 14, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 38.6 MBEpisode 252 Hello, friend! I'm happy you are here. Today, I'm talking with Pam Sherman of The Perfect Balance Guru about finding that sweet spot with our nutrition and exercise in midlife and beyond. Pam is a certified trainer and instructor since 1997, author, media contributor, and motivational speaker. In this episode, you will hear why Pam chose to go alcohol-free and her holistic approach to wellness, highlighting sleep, nutrition, physical activity, and emotional health. ...
Trauma Recovery Insights with Dr. Constance Scharff
June 07, 2023 07:05 - 47 minutes - 40.7 MBEpisode 251 Hello, friend. Thank you for being here today. In this episode of To 50 and Beyond, I’m honored to share my guest, Dr. Constance Scharff. Today, Dr. Scharff shares her personal story of recovering from the trauma of being sexually abused by her father and her addiction to alcohol. Dr. Scharff breaks down the meaning of trauma, addiction, and recovery, how trauma affects our body, and the importance of feeling our feelings in recovery. Dr. Scharff has a Ph.D. in Tran...
Overcoming Anxiety, Self-Doubt and Drinking with Lisa May Bennett
May 31, 2023 07:06 - 46 minutes - 40.9 MBEpisode 250 Hello, friend! If you are like my wonderful guest, Lisa May Bennett, and me in episode 250 - a woman who grew up with insecurities and self-doubt and found relief from anxiety and those insecurities by drinking, you will appreciate this episode today. Lisa is a repeat late bloomer who writes about personal growth and trying new things on her blog, Bittersweet Nugget. She first decided she wanted to be a writer at eleven years old but struggled for years with self-doubt an...
Donna's Story: From Party Girl to Living Alcohol-Free in Midlife
May 24, 2023 07:15 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBEpisode 249 Hello, friend! I'm honored to share my guest with you today. Donna is a fellow listener of To 50 and Beyond who reached out to me to share her story with you to let you know you are not alone and give you a boost of "alcohol-free" inspiration and encouragement. Donna is a wonderful woman, who I now consider a friend, and I think you will too. Today, you will hear Donna’s Story from the beginning of her drinking and how her drinking escalated in her 30s and 40s, an...
An Important Conversation about Perfectly Hidden Depression with Dr. Margaret Rutherford
May 17, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 48.3 MBEpisode 248 Depression affects everyone, regardless of gender or age. By hiding our depression, we make it harder to accept and express ourselves and increase the struggle to live as our authentic selves. We adopt destructive perfectionism behaviors that make it more difficult to show vulnerability in an attempt to present a flawless image to the world. Dr. Margaret Rutherford is here to talk about her book, Perfectly Hidden Depression: How to Break Free From the Perfectionism That Mask...
Live the Second Half of Your Life for You with Sheree Clark
May 10, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 39 MBHello, friend! I'm glad you are here. Episode 247, is an episode about aging, courage, and living the life you want in your second half. You have the courage to change your life today, and my fantastic guest, Sheree Clark is here to help give you a pep talk and a boost in the direction you want to go. Sheree is a Midlife Courage Coach, television show host, inspiring speaker, and accomplished author. In this episode, you will hear: How Sheree used her courage to make a caree...
Understanding Sober Spirituality with Erin Jean Warde
May 03, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 43 MBEpisode 246 Are you a spiritual person looking for a new way to quit drinking? If so, this is the episode for you. Erin Jean Warde, the author of “Sober Spirituality”, is an Episcopal priest who unites Spiritual and Sobriety coaching. She became a priest at 25, the youngest possible age, and has since built her own spiritual community. In this episode, we discuss Erin’s journey to becoming a priest, as well as her experience with alcohol and quitting drinking. From her expe...
How Menopause Led to My Sobriety: my Interview on the Go Go Bistro podcast
April 19, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutes - 27.8 MBEpisode 245 Hello there! Today, I'm sharing my story of how the change of life led to changing my drinking and getting sober. I was honored to be interviewed on my friend, Noelle Van Vlierbergen's new podcast, Go Go Bistro which launched on April 18th. Go Go Bistro inspires women to step into change with each and grace. Noelle is a natural at podcasting. She has the voice, the smarts, and the honesty to show up as herself to help you make the changes you desire in your life. ...
5 Tips and Benefits of Starting a Walking or Running Program in Recovery with Amber Graziano
April 12, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 36.5 MBEpisode 244 Have you wanted to start a walking or running program but aren’t sure where to start? If you are someone who is working on sobriety and recovering from alcohol use, exercise is one of the most beneficial tools to add to your toolbox. My guest, Amber Graziano is a passionate expert in not only running but in building a running community and events for folks in recovery. Amber Graziano, the Founder of Recovery Road Runners. Recovery Road Runners is a community that ...