Euphoric Alcohol-Free

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of alcohol-related suicide. Please listen with care. Colleen Clifford lost her husband to alcohol, but it took years and a handful of wild card moments for her to confront her own relationship with drinking. 95% of the time? She felt in control. 5% of the time, something flipped. A split-second decision, a blackout, or a version of herself she didn't fully recognize. Today, we're talking about the psychology of the wild card, why "mostly fine" can still cost you your integrity, and the moment Colleen decided she would never again gamble with who she was becoming.   IN THIS EPISODE: The wild card effect, and why it doesn't care how successful or in-control you are The staggering number of people binge drinking kills each year  How Colleen coped with the loss of her husband while in the middle of the sea The integrity rupture that forces a woman to ask, "Who am I becoming?" Why writing Life Beyond the Binge felt non-negotiable    LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Be sure to check out Colleen's website and learn more about her book, Life Beyond the Binge, which comes out in the spring. Euphoric the Club is the club where successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) grow together. Get access to all of my alcohol-free programs and methodology for only $62.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. Join during the month of February and get the early bird rate. Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Hadley Sorensen didn't stop drinking four years ago because everything fell apart. She quit because something felt off, even though from the outside, her drinking looked completely normal. That intuitive hit led her to do what only 1% of people ever do – write the book she couldn't find: The Dirty Truth on Social Drinking: "Everything in Moderation" and Other BS. Hadley talks about how she is dismantling the toxic narratives around "mommy wine juice culture" which can keep you stuck in shame, and the belief that you need a dramatic reason to quit. You don't need to keep doing something that makes you feel like crap just because everyone else is.   IN THIS EPISODE: Why moderate alcohol use can leave you feeling out of alignment and stuck in shame The surprising discoveries Hadley made about her friendships since ditching alcohol Why Hadley lost followers when she stopped being the "wine-loving fitness mom"  Why she wrote the book she desperately needed and couldn't find anywhere  How mommy wine juice culture is evolving from sippy cups to perimenopause jokes   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Learn more about Hadley Sorensen's book, The Dirty Truth on Social Drinking. Euphoric the Club is the club where successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) grow together. Get access to all of my alcohol-free programs and methodology for only $62.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. Join during the month of February and get the early bird rate. Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

If you think about it, drinking again in February is kind of like texting your toxic ex at 2 am after you started dating a really good guy.  Trust me, I've been there. I understand the weirdly tempting allure of alcohol and the fear of committing beyond Dry January… But why not keep dating this alcohol-free life for another month, and see how it goes?  In this episode, I'll share some stories from my first year being alcohol-free, the red flags I couldn't ignore, and how I debunked the subconscious beliefs that made alcohol alluring, making way for the most intense freedom I ever felt.   IN THIS EPISODE: My own roller coaster stories about drinking again after my first Dry January (it wasn't the fun reunion I expected) The realization I had on February 24 that changed my life forever The mindset shift you need to continue instead of obsessing over the idea of "forever" How to cultivate an unshakeable WHY to make living alcohol-free the most fulfilling life you're meant for Why drinking after a break actually makes you feel worse   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Listen to the other episodes in the Dry January series: Episode 309: Dry January Success: 6 Mindset Shifts That Will Make or Break Your Month  Episode 310: Sugar Cravings, Boredom, and Other Weird Dry January Effects  Episode 311: What Actually Happens to Your Body In 31 Days Without Alcohol  Episode 312: When Your Partner Isn't Doing Dry January With You  Episode 313: Dry January Motivation: Successful People Don't Drink   Euphoric the Club is the club where successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) grow together. Get access to all of my alcohol-free programs and methodology for only $62.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. Join during the month of February and get the early bird rate. Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

David Goggins, Warren Buffett, Gretchen Rubin, Elizabeth Gilbert, Brene Brown: These wildly successful people all share ONE habit that completely contradicts the champagne-on-a-yacht fantasy we've been sold. I have been in so many rooms with high-achieving 7-8-figure entrepreneurs, leaders, and authors, and it is UNCANNY how many times alcohol is missing. And once you see it, you can't unsee it. In this final episode of Euphoric's Dry January series, we're debunking all the myths around alcohol and why more ambitious, creative, future-focused people are opting out entirely.   IN THIS EPISODE: Why alcohol sabotages the exact brain functions high performers rely on most (almost no one talks about this) The lie we've been sold about success, luxury, and alcohol, and where that myth actually came from Why ambitious people are ditching alcohol for a reason that has nothing to do with wellness The sure-fire way to find success in this changing AI-dominated world    LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Episode 258: Successful People Don't Really Drink?!    Listen to the other episodes in the Dry January series: Episode 309: Dry January Success: 6 Mindset Shifts That Will Make or Break Your Month  Episode 310: Sugar Cravings, Boredom, and Other Weird Dry January Effects  Episode 311: What Actually Happens to Your Body In 31 Days Without Alcohol  Episode 312: When Your Partner Isn't Doing Dry January With You    Euphoric the Club is the club where successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) grow together. Get access to all of my alcohol-free programs and methodology for only $62.  Ready to explode your career by writing books and getting on stages? Our next 6-month Thought Leader Mastermind starts at the end of January and includes a VIP weekend in Hawaii. Apply now.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

You're doing Dry January … but your partner isn't…so that sucks. But what if that wasn't actually a problem? What if it could bring you closer? If drinking used to be how you connected, you don't have to feel like you're leaving your partner behind (after listening to this episode).  Learn how to use the Breadcrumb Strategy, how to serve their soul, not their personality, and tips for your relationship to grow EVEN stronger this Dry January.   IN THIS EPISODE: Why doing Dry January could be the secret spark that reignites your bond with your partner The reasons why women are often the first to question alcohol, and how to stop resenting your partner for being on a different timeline How to use the "Breadcrumb Strategy" to inspire change without pressure or constant conversations about drinking Why the masculine doesn't like being coached by the feminine in a romantic relationship How to know which triggers are yours to heal and why your actions will actually influence your partner more than your words ever will   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Euphoric the Club is the club where successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) grow together. Get access to all of my alcohol-free programs and methodology to lose the desire to drink, coaching, and monthly wellness and purpose challenges and trainings for only $62.  Ready to explode your career by writing books and getting on stages? Our next Thought Leader Mastermind starts at the end of January and includes a VIP weekend in Hawaii. This 6-month program is for AF entrepreneurs who want to grow their impact and income through Thought Leader Positioning. Apply now.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. Check out the other episodes in the Dry January series, including Episode 309, about the mindset shifts you want to have this month, Episode 310, about the weird side effects of Dry January, and Episode 311, about the physiology of what actually happens to your body in 31 days without alcohol.  Watch Euphoric the Podcast on YouTube and subscribe so you never miss an episode.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

What happens to your gut when you stop drinking? Your skin? Your liver, your heart, your blood pressure, your brain's gray matter? My personal hot take is that if pharmaceutical companies could bottle the effects of being alcohol-free, it would solve most diseases and chronic issues people have today, because the before and after difference of drinking and not drinking is INSANE. When I went alcohol-free, I not only felt and looked better, but I saw major changes in my biometrics, including my blood pressure and cholesterol, which were not what I thought they should be in my 20s and 30s. In this episode, I go deep on what happens to your body on a physiological level when you don't drink for a month, with less bloating, inflammation, and gray brain matter, and better digestion, nutrient absorption – the list goes on and on. If you're doing Dry January, be sure to check out the other episodes in the series, including Episode 309, about the mindset shifts you want to have this month, and Episode 310, about the weird side effects of Dry January.  (P.S. Did you know there's a video component to this podcast? Listen on YouTube and give us a follow so you never miss an episode.)   IN THIS EPISODE: The shocking science behind what happens in just 31 days without alcohol, from your gut microbiome transforming in days to your skin visibly glowing within weeks My own personal journey in lowering my blood pressure and cholesterol just by ditching alcohol, which was far more effective than my "miracle" tea and wellness hacks How skipping alcohol starts regenerating brain cells, boosts focus, memory, and mental clarity, and unlocks creativity most people never knew they had Powerful proof that your body is a healing machine: C-reactive protein drops, liver repairs itself, blood sugar rebalances, and cancer markers plummet     LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Our next Thought Leader Mastermind starts at the end of January and includes a VIP weekend in Hawaii. This 6-month program is for alcohol-free entrepreneurs who want to grow their impact and income and step into their brilliance as an industry thought leader. Spots are limited. Apply now.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Why does eliminating alcohol suddenly make you crave sugar like Cookie Monster, struggle with sleep (though everyone swears you'll snooze like a baby), or find yourself existentially bored? These aren't signs that Dry January "isn't working." They're signs that your nervous system, hormones, and dopamine pathways are recalibrating. I talk a lot about the incredible benefits of going alcohol-free: the confidence, the creativity, the clarity, and the INSANE biological changes. But some of these benefits take time. If this is your first Dry January or you've had a very "wet" December, your body might take awhile to heal and rebalance itself.  This episode is about some of the weirdest and most misunderstood side effects of Dry January and how to work through them so you don't spiral or quit early. What comes next is the life-changing part. P.S. We're running a Dry January series all month long alongside our annual Dry Bootcamp (community, coaching, training, guides, meditations, for $55) which starts TOMORROW, January 8. It doesn't matter where you are on your alcohol-free journey – come join us!   IN THIS EPISODE: Why your sweet tooth might be off the charts during Dry January, plus, guilt-free tricks to manage it without losing your mind The reasons why your sleep might get worse before it gets better, and how to leverage next-level sleep hygiene for that best-sleep-ever feeling How eliminating alcohol exposes just how much "fake fun" has taken over your day, and why boredom is actually your secret for unlocking untapped creativity and authentic joy Ideas for making Dry January exciting, from pleasure experiments to daily rituals that help you rediscover what YOU truly find fun    LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Listen to Episode 276 about how to sleep like a freaking baby, and listen to last week's episode, Episode 309, about the mindset shifts to take when going alcohol-free.  Download my FREE 50 Things to Do Instead of Drinking checklist. Dry Bootcamp is an immersive 22-day challenge with a course, live trainings, workbooks, meditations, and a private community. Only $55 to join. Sign up now before we kick off on January 8. Our next Thought Leader Mastermind starts at the end of January and includes a VIP weekend in Hawaii. This 6-month program is for alcohol-free entrepreneurs who want to grow their impact and income and step into their brilliance as an industry thought leader. Spots are limited. Apply now.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Dry January isn't about deprivation for 31 days without alcohol. It's about gaining MORE: more energy, more sleep, more presence, more clarity, more motivation, more JOY. The dry january trend is huge, with upwards of 44% of the population trying it.  But you don't want to approach it like an elimination diet. Trust me when I say you don't want to rely purely on willpower.  Today, I'm sharing six mindset shifts that work at the subconscious level and will turn your Dry January into a life-changing experience. Accountability can make all the difference in these kinds of challenges (it's one of my hacks of life!) – which is why we're doing Dry Bootcamp community experience this January with coaching, training, guides, meditations, for only $55.  We'll also be diving deeper into these ideas throughout our Dry January podcast series, and you can explore the full framework in my bestselling book, Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You.   IN THIS EPISODE: The surprising reason Dry January is nothing like a typical elimination diet, and why willpower alone will never cut it The truth bomb: Everything positive you've ever believed about alcohol is made up – and how society manufactures myths that secretly keep us stuck The powerful shift from "I can't drink" to "I don't drink so I can …" for example, "I don't drink so I can run marathons" Seeing this period not as a "reset" but as an avenue to become the superwoman version of yourself   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Dry Bootcamp is an immersive 22-day challenge with a course, live trainings, workbooks, meditations, and a private community. Only $55 to join. Sign up now before we kick off on January 8. Our next Thought Leader Mastermind starts at the end of January and includes a VIP weekend in Hawaii. This 6-month program is for alcohol-free entrepreneurs who want to grow their impact and income and step into their brilliance as an industry thought leader. Spots are limited. Apply now.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Before you set goals for 2026, there's one POWERFUL thing you can do to make sure you don't repeat the same patterns.  Think about the previous year – the wins, the losses, the career moves, the travel, the adventure – and what it all means. What did you learn in 2025? And what are you bringing into 2026? In this episode, I reveal my annual reflection process, including the life audit questions I ask each December and the methods I use to stay focused while charting my vision for the year ahead. We're talking about vision boards, joining communities, and setting a "word of the year." My word for 2026? Certainty. For me, 2025 was a year of being out in the world, traveling, getting paid to speak, and hosting four events. In 2026, I'm excited to turn inward and hone in on creating. Consider this episode your gentle nudge to pause, get clear, and start dreaming up what you actually want your next chapter to feel like. P.S. Coming up next at Euphoric is Dry January, which will always have a special place in my heart. Join us for Dry Boot Camp starting January 8!   IN THIS EPISODE: How I audit every core area of my life: health, career, money, relationships, fun, spirituality—and pinpoint where I need to go ALL IN next year Why high-achievers tend to feel let down at year's end, and the counterintuitive hack to focus on massive wins instead The power of designating a "word of the year", and how I came up with mine (2026 is "certainty")  Why going after your goals solo often keeps you stuck, and how plugging into the right community or mentorship can make your transformation inevitable   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Dry Boot Camp is an immersive 22-day challenge with a course, live trainings, workbooks, meditations, and a Slack community. This year it costs only $55 to join. Sign up now before we kick off on January 8. Our next Thought Leader Mastermind starts at the end of January and includes a VIP weekend in Hawaii. This 6-month program is for alcohol-free entrepreneurs who want to grow their impact and income and step into their brilliance as an industry thought leader. Spots are limited. Apply now.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Becoming a thought leader is an amazing business move, no matter your industry – but how do you actually BECOME a thought leader? After leading powerful transformations and masterminds in Paris and LA, I'm doubling down on a truth that every ambitious woman needs to know: you don't need permission, credentials, or a massive following to be a thought leader. It's all about intentional positioning. Today's episode is about how to take that quantum leap in your career. We start with the basics — what thought leadership actually is (and what it's not), and then move into how to use your unique philosophy, voice, and lived experience to stand out in a saturated market. I also include behind-the-scenes stories from my latest Thought Leader Mastermind, including what it looks like to create your own stage and lead with authority instead of waiting to be chosen. The next round kicks off in late January.  If you're ready to stop waiting for Oprah to tap you on the shoulder, or for your résumé to hit a magical milestone, this episode is your reminder to normalize going after BIG, scary goals… and actually land them. The time to act is now.   IN THIS EPISODE: Six powerful "market signals" that instantly shift you from being just another face in the crowd to a magnetic thought leader in your industry Why writing a book is the ultimate power move to anchor your expertise (and legacy) in your niche How to leverage other audiences to create instant recognition, and why real-world presence will quantum leap your credibility WAY faster than any viral reel The art of developing your own standout methodology and original philosophy with your own unique voice Why learning to love selling is the fastest way to multiply your influence, your income, and the transformation you offer your clients   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Our next Thought Leader Mastermind starts at the end of January and includes a VIP weekend in Hawaii. This 6-month program is for alcohol-free entrepreneurs who want to take their business from a hustle to a movement, grow their impact and income, and step into their brilliance as an industry thought leader. Spots are limited. Apply now.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Do you have an inner critic that won't quit, always insisting you'll never be enough? Samantha Calandri is a 5X certified coach who specializes in transforming harsh self-talk into self-compassion. Her journey with alcohol was the classic party girl story until blacking out, panic attacks, and a 911 call made it clear she needed to make a change. After years of trying to moderate, she went alcohol-free in 2024 and discovered something unexpected: a massive void and a nasty inner critic.  Samantha shares how learning self-compassion became the turning point that changed her nervous system, her confidence, and eventually her entire career. You'll hear tactical tips to achieve that reframe, from personifying your inner critic to regular self "check-ins," and why rest actually makes you MORE creative, not less.  This episode is an invitation to stop living by everyone else's "shoulds", soften your inner world, and reconnect with the intuition and self-trust that already lives inside of you.   IN THIS EPISODE: Samantha's raw journey from party-girl identity to an empowered alcohol-free life: the panic attacks, the terrifying 911 call, and the moment everything finally clicked The "void" after ditching alcohol nobody talks about: for Samantha, there was profound emptiness, identity confusion, and self-criticism Techniques for silencing your inner critic through self-compassion, from "naming" your critic to imagining you're speaking to your child or inner child How generational conditioning, perfectionism, and parental role models wire us to feel never enough, and why self-compassion and rest actually FUEL success   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Visit Samantha's website and follow her on Instagram. If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Imagine losing everything you thought defined you – only to discover the most powerful version of yourself waiting on the other side. For most of her life, Dr. Sheri Lake lived for everyone else: a supermom juggling all the balls, exhausted, and numbing with alcohol to cope with the cognitive dissonance of living a life that didn't align with her values. Then, her world cracked open. After a shocking betrayal and divorce prompted her to stop drinking, a car accident and traumatic brain injury gave her a glimpse of the other side. Sheri talks about the details of her near-death experience, and how it became an unexpected gift, inspiring her to become a spiritual teacher and angel communicator who helps women reconnect with their intuition. I had SO many burning questions for Sheri (who also happens to be a 5X alum) and I think you're going to love her insight. No matter how tangled your story feels, your life can transform the moment you give yourself permission to choose again.   IN THIS EPISODE: Dr. Sheri Lake's radical rebellion against martyrdom, ego, and societal expectations, from devastating betrayal and brain injury to an empowered, unscripted life The moment Dr. Sheri heard her guardian angel's commanding voice in the backseat, pushing her to get out, and why she now channels messages from angels How releasing old identities, relationships, and even her last name led Dr. Sheri Lake to claim her purpose and teach other women to do the same Soul-stirring advice on trusting your intuition, receiving divine guidance, and stepping boldly into an unapologetic, expansive midlife revolution    LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Learn about Dr. Sheri Lake on her website, follow her on Instagram, and learn about her coaching services. If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

You'd think ditching alcohol automatically makes you feel amazing, but what happens when it doesn't? Kate Yoder quit drinking expecting glowy skin and more energy. Instead, she was slammed with mysterious symptoms like acne, bloating, fatigue, anxiety, nausea, and sleepless nights.  Why was she feeling so sick, when supposedly she was the healthiest she'd ever been? Turns out alcohol can leave the gut, liver, and drainage pathways overloaded for YEARS. Toxins build up. Trauma stores in your tissues. It's all connected. Kate – a longtime client, alum of the 5X certification program, and holistic health coach who created a beautiful business helping women heal after alcohol, shares her raw and honest journey with detoxification, liver healing, and the deeper self-awareness that helped her get to the root of her symptoms. This episode is packed with so many incredible lessons about listening to your gut and how to holistically thrive after alcohol.    IN THIS EPISODE: How going alcohol-free exposed deeper layers of health issues for Kate, from acne and bloating to anxiety and fatigue Why persistent health complaints, like poor sleep and digestive problems, are often dismissed by doctors but may be your body's call for real healing The importance of foundational steps like blood sugar balancing, mineral-rich hydration, and opening drainage pathways to transform your energy Parasites, toxins, and the reality of hidden pathogens, plus practical advice to reset, from swapping out toxic products to resetting your nervous system health LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Learn more about Kate Yoder Wellness, follow Kate on Instagram, and book a discovery call if you'd like to learn more about her 1:1 program, Healing Beyond Alcohol. If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Do you ever feel like you can't fully relax until everyone else around you is okay? Like you're constantly scanning the room, the conversations, the energy – making sure no one is upset, disappointed, or uncomfortable… even if it means abandoning your own needs? I'm so excited to have family nurse practitioner, coach, healing expert, and all-around wonder woman Beatriz Victoria Albina back on the show to talk about her new book, End Emotional Outsourcing: How to Overcome Your Codependent, Perfectionist, and People-Pleasing Habits.  In this episode we talk about the unconscious habit Beatriz calls "emotional outsourcing" – when we source our sense of safety, belonging, and worth from everyone and everything outside ourselves, instead of within. We also explore the impacts it can have on our bodies, from chronic exhaustion to gut health and nervous system dysregulation. If you've ever wondered why you're always the fixer, the apologizer, the peacekeeper, or the one who holds everything together, this episode will take your lived experiences and share so many beautiful and practical somatic tools to rebuild your self-trust and find inner peace.   IN THIS EPISODE: The top signs you're stuck in a chronic cycle of people pleasing, perfectionism, or codependency, and how these habits disguise themselves as kindness or ambition Beatriz's journey from her medical practice to somatic healing and the links between nervous system dysregulation, gut health, and emotional exhaustion Why the generational script handed down by our mothers is keeping modern women over-giving, under-valuing themselves, and perpetually on edge Simple somatic practices you can start using TODAY to reconnect with your body, listen to your true needs, and interrupt those exhausting autopilot patterns   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Learn more about Beatriz and her book on her website, on her Instagram page, on the Feminist Wellness podcast, and you can buy her book on Amazon. If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

I just went on an INCREDIBLE trip to South Africa …  Earlier this year, a past client invited me to speak at her first retreat in Cape Town, which to me was an enormous opportunity to visit a continent I'd never been to before.  So my husband and I made an adventure of it. We stopped in Istanbul on the way, visited friends, saw the most majestic and dangerous animals on the planet, and witnessed economic divides that I can't stop thinking about. I don't always share about my travels on this podcast, but this excursion was special, with moments that moved me to tears (feeding elephants), moments where I feared for my life (getting bitten by a spider), and moments that inspired huge perspective shifts about the kind of privilege so many of us are born into. It's so cool to see where the world takes you when you go all-out on your purpose – because this trip would not have been possible if it weren't for my entrepreneurial calling. I hope this episode offers a little inspiration to step outside your comfort zone and go on an adventure yourself.    IN THIS EPISODE: The electrifying reality of a South African safari: up-close encounters with the Big Five, charging rhinos, lion sightings, and the spiritual sign that moved me to tears What it's like getting bitten by a mystery African spider while going to the bathroom and facing the most deadly snake in the world on a casual walk Eye-opening lessons from post-apartheid South Africa, and how understanding privilege, opportunity and the birth lottery can change your perspective forever How following your entrepreneurial vision and purpose can unlock experiences you never dreamed of   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Have you ever looked around at your career – the meetings, the inbox, the constant striving, and thought, is this really it? This is exactly how Jaime Andersen felt. An alum of Euphoric's 5X certification program who  transitioned from a top-ranking position at Amazon to an alcohol-free trailblazer, she spent more than 20 years in the tech scene, climbing the ranks and thriving in a performance-driven world.  Like so many of us, she used alcohol to cope with the pressure, until she realized it was the very thing keeping her stuck. Going alcohol-free allowed Jaime to flourish, unlocking new levels of confidence and joy at work and at home. She was receiving dreamy promotions and bigger projects… but her heart kept pulling toward her true passion to empower women.  I am obsessed with sharing the stories of women who persevered in their alcohol-free journeys and in pursuing their dreams, and Jaime is the perfect example of this. Her story is proof that the path toward entrepreneurship can be just as wavy and convoluted as the path to going alcohol-free – and it is SO worth it.   IN THIS EPISODE: Jamie's leap from working 60-hour weeks as a top Amazon leader to launching her purpose-driven, alcohol-free coaching business How going alcohol-free supercharged Jamie's performance at Amazon, but also sparked a deeper calling to help other women The nuts and bolts of the transition: conversations with her partner, letting go of a steady paycheck, and designing her own schedule to be truly present with her family Jamie's top advice and lessons for high-achieving women, including how to turn your corporate skills into entrepreneurial gold   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Follow Jaime on Instagram. If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

If you have an idea nudging your soul and showing up in your daydreams and journal entries, THIS is your sign that you're meant to do it. Today's episode is a full-circle moment for me: Sarah Cassidy was a Euphoric client in 2020, and not only did I help her change her relationship with alcohol, but we also planted the seeds of an even bigger purpose… to become an author.  Five years later, and she's done it: Swaddled: Sage Stories to Wrap Mothers in Love is an incredibly raw and unfiltered collection of stories about motherhood, from the celebratory moments of rediscovering your identity after postpartum anxiety, to finding grace after pregnancy loss.  In our conversation, Sarah reveals how this beautiful dream became a reality, from battling imposter syndrome and years of self-doubt, to silencing her inner critic and finding belonging in a writing community. When I work with a client, I root for them forever. I love to see them soar, and I am moved by these movements and messages they put out into the world. Having Sarah here to share this enormous success story gives me all the feels.   IN THIS EPISODE: Sarah's lifelong dream to write a book, which had been buried deep since childhood and sparked again through alcohol-free clarity The "veil-lifting" effect of ditching alcohol, and how it unleashed Sarah's deep wish to write a book and help other mothers by sharing stories about motherhood Sarah's account of battling imposter syndrome and perfectionism, and the self-worth mantra that she carried around in her pocket How alcohol is often glossed over as a solution for mothers' struggles in "mommy juice culture" and what true support and healing look like instead   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED In this episode, we talk about Sarah's beautiful book, Swaddled: Sage Stories to Wrap Mothers in Love; check it out.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. This program includes a four-month business mastermind and live experience in Southern California. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Is our medical system truly designed to keep us healthy… or just to treat us when we're sick? Personally, I'm going through a fertility journey, my husband is dealing with ongoing health challenges, and we've both hit wall after wall trying to find real answers in traditional care. If you've ever felt dismissed by a doctor, told your labs are "normal" when you know something's off, or can't get ahead of autoimmune issues and hormone imbalances before they snowball into bigger problems, this conversation will open your eyes. Integrative wellness coach Megan Swan, alum of the Empowered AF 5X Certification program, is joining the podcast for the third time, and we're talking about why "Medicine 2.0" isn't serving us – and that's where Medicine 3.0 comes in.  Discover what it really means to take your health into your own hands and the power of tracking your biomarkers and optimizing your lifestyle metrics to shift your energy and longevity. Megan and her partner are bringing this beautiful vision to life in November at Altavita, an advanced diagnostics and personalized healthcare retreat in Chiapas, Mexico. I'll be there with my husband, and you can join us! Use code EUPHORICAF for $500 off your Altavita retreat.   IN THIS EPISODE: The radical shift from "Medicine 2.0" (sick care) to "Medicine 3.0," which is all about empowering people with preventative strategies and personalized data Why "normal" lab results often mean "not sick yet" but NOT actually healthy, and how women especially get overlooked when it comes to diagnostics, research, and treatment Megan's insider scoop on Altavita, the diagnostic health retreat she and her husband are hosting in Mexico Biomarkers, wearable tech, and gut health, plus, what tests could be missing from your doctor's routine (hint: sleep, vitamin deficiencies, and lung capacity matter more than you think!)   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED In this episode, Megan mentioned the book Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia, and she talked about the retreat she and her husband are hosting, Altavita, a wellness travel experience that addresses health from every angle in Chiapas, Mexico, this November. Use the code EUPHORICAF for $500 off and I'll see you there! If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner when applications open. This program includes a four-month business mastermind and live experience in Southern California. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Today, the alcohol-free industry is worth $1.6 TRILLION dollars and counting, with celebrities, wellness icons, and millions of women joining the movement. Not long ago, choosing to not drink meant you were labeled, questioned, or told you'd "never have fun again." How times have changed.  I've had the incredible honor of watching this glow-up since I took my first break from alcohol 7.5 years ago. At the time, around 10% of the population didn't drink. Now? That number has soared to 25%. This episode is all about how we got here, from what it was like to go alcohol-free when options were scarce, the fascinating data behind this global shift, and what this means for our culture moving forward. 7.5 years ago, I'd drive an hour just to find a decent AF stout, but today, there are options EVERYWHERE: restaurants, grocery stores, online, and it's only growing with endorsements from influencers like Katy Perry and Tom Holland, who have their own AF brands.  If you go alcohol-free today, you are an early adopter and an innovator. Join us inside Euphoric the Club, the premier community of successful, alcohol-free women (and the women who are becoming them), and apply for the next round of the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program, which starts in TWO DAYS.   IN THIS EPISODE: The alcohol-free movement leapt from taboo to trend and why NOT drinking is a modern status symbol, not a social stigma Jaw-dropping stats; for example, 25% of Americans haven't touched alcohol in the past year, and 50% plan to drink less The rise of alcohol-free beverages and how innovative brands and celebrities have turned not drinking into the coolest option in the room Why I think the alcohol-free movement is one of the biggest wellness trends for coming generations (plus, looking at the potential of YOUR influence on the people you know)   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), apply for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. This program includes a four-month business mastermind and a business retreat in Southern California. Check out Euphoric the Club, the premier club for successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) where you can get access to all my alcohol-free programs and methodology, coaching, and trainings for only $62.  Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Today, I'm finally diving into a topic I've wanted to share with you for ages: MONEY.  If you've cut back or said goodbye to alcohol, you're already sitting on a gold mine. The average drinker spends $3,000 to $8,000 a year on alcohol alone – and now is the perfect time to leverage that raise and make your money work smarter. In this episode, I'm sharing the foundations of financial literacy for alcohol-free women – the habits, mindsets, and investing principles that can create lasting wealth. We're talking about investing, emergency funds, high-yield savings accounts, retirement, all of it.  I'll also take you behind the scenes of my own money journey. Obviously I am not a financial advisor, but there are principles that I live by that have made my life SO much easier. When you remove alcohol, you gain energy, peace, and the power to build a legacy. If you're looking to start your own purpose-driven income stream, coaching is one of the most scalable business models out there. Enrollment is open for the next round of the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program.    IN THIS EPISODE: How ditching alcohol instantly gifts you $3,000–$8,000 a year (plus all the sneaky extra costs you're no longer burning away with every happy hour) Why even small, consistent investments made TODAY can snowball into 7-figures (and the massive wealth gap you create by starting now vs. putting it off) The investing gender gap, demystifying the stock market, and the one simple index fund strategy endorsed by history's most legendary investors The truth about hoarding cash, beating inflation, and why high-yield savings accounts are the modern woman's must-have Why investing in yourself yields the highest ROI and is the secret weapon of 88% of self-made millionaires   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED In this book I mention Die With Zero: Getting All You Can From Your Money And Your Life by Bill Perkins and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, whose research I dive into in Episode 266.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), apply for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. This program includes a four-month business mastermind and a business retreat in Southern California. Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave your review.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.