Have you seen the “Rosé All Day” t-shirts? Or the ones that say “This Mom Runs On Coffee, Wine and Amazon Prime”?  How about the World Health Organization’s findings that “No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health”?  In this episode, I’m diving into the...

What is Gray Area Drinking? How To Exit The Drinking Cycle With Jolene Park What is Gray Area Drinking?Gray Area Drinking describes a middle ground, where you may not identify with the extremes of social drinking or severe alcohol use disorder (sometimes referred to...

Anger Management in Sobriety: A Guide for Women Navigating Recovery Managing anger is one of the most challenging, and often surprising, aspects of sobriety. If you're on the path to recovery or have recently stopped drinking, you might have noticed emotions like...

If you’re trying to take a break from alcohol or quit drinking it helps a lot if you can get alcohol out of your house and stay away from drinking events for a while. And it would be great if our partners would support us, especially in early sobriety. But if your...

Being single in sobriety has a lot of advantages and some unique challenges. On  one hand you don’t have a partner in your home who might not support your choice to be sober, may be drinking themselves or be unwilling to remove alcohol from your house. You’ll control...

When Willpower Doesn't Work, Try A Habit Change Approach To Stop Drinking Have you been trying to break your habit of drinking using willpower, positive inspiration or negative, fear-based motivation by trying to avoid negative consequences?  If you haven’t been...

Are you thinking about taking a break from alcohol this Sober October? Whether you're curious about the health benefits or just ready to reset your habits, this episode is for you. I’m here to help you explore how a month without alcohol can change your life, and why...

Your first sober year can be uncomfortable, tender, transformational, scary and exciting. As you move from Day 1 to 365 in sobriety, you’ll have navigated a range of emotions, challenges, triumphs and changes in your life, simply because you decided to no longer drink...

7 Things Everyone Should Know About Sober LifeWhat Do You Think of When You Imagine Sober Life?  Do you fear it’ll be boring? That you’ll miss out on fun or connection? Maybe you’re worried that you’ll feel isolated or like you’re giving something up. Those fears are...

Did you know that people who struggle with drinking or substance use disorder who engage in long-term, consistent care have a 75% chance of achieving sustained recovery from addiction? It’s true. And the statistic is important because alcohol is an addictive substance...

Have you ever felt like something was missing from your childhood, even if everything seemed fine on the surface? You’re not alone. Many of us carry wounds from our early years, often rooted in what’s called "mother hunger"—the deep, often unfulfilled need for...

What do you want to know about sober travel? I just got back from Provence, where I spent two weeks with 3 sober girlfriends and we’re here to share everything you need to know to plan and enjoy an awesome sober vacation.  Provence is a beautiful area of France known...

How do you get and stay sober when you have a partner or family member who drinks problematically? While quitting drinking can be difficult for everyone, it can be especially difficult if you don’t have the support of your spouse, partner or the closest people in your...

What is life like after you stop drinking? 🌸 How do you stay motivated and committed to sobriety after the novelty wears off? 🌸 Where do you find fun and purpose as you build up your new identity as someone who no longer drinks? 🌸 And how do you explore new interests...

Alcohol Explained with William Porter 🍷 Why do you crave alcohol and why is it so easy to go from drinking casually to habitually? 🍷 Why is it hard to moderate your drinking? 🍷 How does alcohol affect your sleep and why do you wake up at 3am after drinking? 🍷 Why does...

In a boozy world, it can be pretty daunting to socialize sober when you stop drinking. When you go to a restaurant the first thing they hand you is the drinks menu with all the wine, beer and cocktails offered. When you walk into a party, someone will immediately ask...

Did you know that stepping away from your smartphone can help you lead a less anxious, more peaceful and fulfilling life? These days digital devices have made us constantly connected, always available, overstimulated and interrupted by pings, reminders and...

If you're not feeling 100% happy in your life, you might be surprised as to the reasons why.  It turns out the "science of happiness" has found that a lot of the things we've been told will make us happy, don't actually bring us joy, contentment and satisfaction. And...

30 Days Sober - My Diary Of Early SobrietyHow do you get through your first 30 days sober?  If you've ever tried to take a break from drinking, do a 30-Day no alcohol challenge like Dry January, Dry July, or Sober October or stop drinking completely, you might notice...

Are you ready for an awesome Dry July and incredible sober summer?  I’m betting you probably have a ton of drinking memories, rituals and events tied to the summer season. I know I did!  It might be beer at ballgames or camping, drinks out on a boat or hanging out at...

Have you been thinking it's time to take a break from drinking, only to decide that you’re “not that bad”? Most women who wonder if they’re drinking too much can look around and find lots of reasons why it’s not a “real issue”.  We’ve been told that having a problem...

Is your home set up to support your sobriety or sabotage your efforts to lead an alcohol-free life? If you’re used to opening a bottle of wine the minute you walk in the door, having a cocktail on the back deck or curling up on the couch with your laptop or netflix...

Why Emotional Sobriety Is Key To Navigating An Alcohol-Free Life When I was drinking, I used alcohol to check out after a hard day, numb out from irritation and  resentment, make the monotony of adulting less boring and as a reward to look forward to for getting...

Rekindling romance and managing conflict in intimate relationships is something a lot of women struggle with—whether it's why they drink or a challenge they face after stepping away from alcohol. Figuring out how to handle conflicts, set boundaries, and connect with...