Send us a Text Message.On this episode of Feel Lit Alcohol Free, Susan and Ruby invite guest speaker Amelia South, a foraging instructor, herbalist, and gut health expert living on an organic farm in Connecticut. Amelia shares her journey from foraging to herbalism and her effort to educate people on healing themselves through nature and plants. She stresses the importance of diet and gut health, referring to the toxic Western diet and the need for healthy, locally grown food.Amelia explains ...
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast, hosts Susan Larkin and Ruby Williams delve into the alcohol-free stages and provide a timeline of what to expect from days 180 to 365 of an alcohol-free journey. The hosts draw from their personal experiences as former wine lovers turned alcohol freedom coaches to shed light on the challenges, milestones, and tactics for navigating the later stages of an alcohol-free lifestyle.The episode kicks off with a recap of th...
Send us a Text Message.In the latest episode of the Feel It Alcohol Free Podcast, Susan and Ruby answer a listener's question “What were the AF journey stages like for you Coach Ruby and Coach Susan? Can you provide a timeline so I know what to expect?”Susan and Ruby break down the alcohol-free journey months 1-6 in a way that's relatable and informative. Whether you're considering an alcohol-free lifestyle or already on the journey, this episode provides valuable guidance. Here ar...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the "Feel Lit Alcohol Free" podcast, where we shatter myths about alcohol and empower our listeners to live healthier, happier lives without it. In today's episode, we dive into a conversation with Isabel van Zuilen (Izzy), an expat from Amsterdam. Izzy shares her inspiring journey to sobriety and her experience organizing refreshing alcohol-free retreats for women. She'll touch on the life-changing moments from her retreats that have proven that enjoy...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the "Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast"! In this episode, our hosts Ruby and Susan dive deep into the impact of alcohol on vacations. They answer a listener's question: "Vacation worries…. I am a year+ into my AF journey, have been on vacations AF and still think having some drinks on vacation sounds fun. I have done a lot of work and still notice how vacation triggers that FOMO. They discuss the effects like feeling unwell, increased stress and anxiety, and...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast! In this episode, hosts Susan and Ruby are joined by special guest Emily Judice. Emily is a high-achieving entrepreneur and mother of four. They delve into Emily's inspiring journey of scaling her business while reducing her alcohol consumption and embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle. They discuss the impact of alcohol on various aspects of life, from anxiety and sleep to productivity and overall well-being. Emily shares her ...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast, where hosts Ruby Williams and Susan Larkin, your dynamic duo of alcohol freedom coaches, guide you through the twists and turns of breaking free from alcohol. In this episode, Episode 17, they dive deep into a listener's burning question, "I'm 31 days AF today. Longest streak I’ve had in months. Today is the first real struggle I’ve had with the wine witch showing up all day. There are days when I feel great and it feels eas...
Send us a Text Message.In our latest episode, Susan and Ruby answer a listener's question, "I’m 100 Days AF still flummoxed at how I was managing to put away away at least an extra 700 cals a day and yet, I haven’t lost weight?? Blows my mind". This episode is packed with insightful discussions and practical tips for anyone on an alcohol-free journey or looking to make intentional choices about food habits. The hosts emphasize the importance of focusing on a few goals at a t...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the Feel It Alcohol Free Podcast! In this episode, hosts Coach Ruby and Coach Susan, along with special guest Tammi Salas, share powerful insights on alcohol use disorder, recovery, and the importance of supportive communities. Tammi discusses her own alcohol-free journey, the challenges she faced, and the communities she's created to support herself and others. From in-person connections to online support, this episode explores the modern landscape of sober ...
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast, hosts Coach Ruby Williams and Coach Susan Larkin dive deep into the topic of coping with anxiety in the evening without alcohol answering a listener’s question: “I’m now back at a new job that is out of my comfort zone but exactly what I wanted. I am really working to continue to stay present with my family. What do you do now to cope with the anxiety in the evening without having a drink?”From setting feeling ...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to Episode 13 of the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast! In this episode, hosts Susan and Ruby delve into the emotional and physiological complexities of alcohol dependence as they answer a listener's question: "How can I get back to being a “normal” drinker, I just want to be able to drink like everyone else? " They share personal experiences and insights, challenging the concept of a "normal drinker" and highlighting the pitfalls of moderation. Susan shared her per...
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast, coaches Ruby and Susan dive into the rollercoaster of emotions in the early days of living an alcohol-free lifestyle. They tackle a listener's question about feeling overly emotional after going alcohol-free and share their own experiences with unexpected bursts of tears, anger, and joy. They discuss the science behind these emotions, provide tools to navigate and embrace these feelings, and offer practical tips to k...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the "Feel Lit Alcohol-Free Podcast" where Ruby and Susan ignite conversations that spark inspiration and growth. Today, they welcome a remarkable guest, Pam McRae, the head coach for "This Naked Mind," to delve deep into a topic close to many hearts: coping with loss and the quest for solace without alcohol. In this episode they answer a listener’s question: How do you cope with big losses when there are times you want to escape for just a brief while? ...
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast, hosts Ruby and Susan dive into the topic of transitioning to alcohol-free Friday nights. They answer a listener's question: "I can't imagine my life without drinking? What do you do on a Friday night?" They share their personal experiences of overcoming the habitual urge to drink on Friday nights (or every night!) and discuss practical tactics such as interrupting routines, being intentional with activities, an...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the latest episode of the "Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast" with your hosts, Ruby and Susan! In this episode, they answer a listener's question: I had a month alcohol free and was feeling so much better, but then I drank. Can you help me figure out how to deal with strong urges to drink? I can't seem to fight it, and I end up drinking wine.Together, they discuss changing the mindset around alcohol urges, managing thoughts and emotions, and the concept of ...
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the "Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast," Coach Ruby and Susan answer a question from a listener in their Facebook group, " how much has your friend group changed since you stopped drinking? Do you still have drinking friends and if so, how many? Would you say that now that you aren't drinking, you mainly hang out with non-drinkers? What do you do with all those old buds that still drink? Susan and Ruby discuss the topic of friendships and how they have ev...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast where we explore all things related to wellness, self-care, and living your best life. In today's episode hosts Ruby and Susan delve into the crucial topic of sleep and its impact on our overall well-being. They share valuable insights and practical tips for better sleep, including relaxation techniques, bedtime routines, and strategies for dealing with insomnia.Susan opens up about her own experiences with improving sleep an...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast! We're thrilled to have you join us for another insightful episode where we dive into topics that matter. Today, we have an incredible question from one of our listeners that we just can't wait to unpack.So, picture this: You're new to the area, eager to make friends, and you get invited to a happy hour. But here's the twist – you've recently embraced an alcohol-free lifestyle, and suddenly, the idea of navigating social gath...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to another insightful episode of the The Feel Lit podcast, where hosts Ruby and Susan answer the question "Can you really completely lose the desire for wine?" In answering they delve into the transformative power exploring the impact of negative thinking in relation to alcohol and personal beliefs. Spoiler alert: YES you can become truly free from the desire!As the conversation unfolds, the hosts also highlight strategies for managing the impulse to...
Send us a Text Message.Welcome back to The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast where we explore the complexities of living an alcohol-free life. In this insightful episode, Ruby and Susan, tackle a challenging question that many individuals grappling with alcohol consumption might ask themselves: "If I can't stop drinking on my own, does that mean I'm an alcoholic?" Susan candidly shares her personal struggle with the label "alcoholic" and her journey to finding liberation by delving into the...