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We're always on the look out for new benefits to offer our Tribe Sober members So these days apart from coaching, hypnotherapy, art therapy and accountability groups we can offer our members a functional medicine coach. A Functional Medicine Coach can help us with the transition between drinking a building a healthy lifestyle.  We all know vaguely what we need to do to be healthy but a Health Coach will personalise that plan for you and then ensure that you put it into action! So Tribe Sober's new Functional Health Coach is called Laura Gujadhur  We began by clarifying the difference between functional medicine and conventional medicine. Laura explained that conventional medicine is disease management and treatment of symptoms whereas Functional medicine looks at the root cause of disease An example would be going to a conventional doctor with a rash – that doctor would be unlikely to ask you about your diet, your stress levels and whether you've had allergy tests -he would probably give you a cream to calm down the rash but he wouldn't have got to the root cause of whats going on So functional medicine looks at the root cause of disease and illness and starts from there Conventional medicine is something we resort to when we are already sick Whereas functional medicine encourages you to work on your health so that you don't develop chronic diseases… You become the architect of your own health Laura's interest in health and wellness began about 5 years ago when she quit drinking A member of her family was diagnosed with depression and immediately put on anti-depressants which didn't sit well with Laura About that time she had stumbled across a book called The Ultra Mind Solution by Dr Mark Hyman In this book he explains that when he heals someone's gut and sorts out the imflammation the cognitive function improves and depression and anxiety go away As an ex nurse married to a doctor this came as a revelation to Laura – they never learned anything like this in medical school Laura decided to approach functional medicine in the same way that she had approached sobriety – she would read everything she could get her hands on After all Annie Grace's book “The Naked Mind” had been such an eye opener for her and made her realise that Big Alcohol are inundating us with false messaging Her research into Functional Medicine made her realise that conventional medicine was simply driven by Big Pharma and that she had been naïve not to question it during her medical training and career. Laura's decision to quit drinking for a month came after a party when she woke up with a hangover and thought…enough She white knuckled her way through the month and used the time that she saved (by not drinking) to read everything she could. Her belief systems around drinking had already been overturned by The Naked Mind and she realized that she couldn't go back to drinking Laura threw the book at her sobriety and like so many others who have succeeded she treated it like a job. She told her husband she wouldn't be entertaining or going anywhere for three months as she wanted to concentrate on her reading. We all learn differently so it can be helpful to reflect on our personal learning style as we approach the difficult task of giving up alcohol and learning to navigate society without it. There are 4 distinct learning styles identified by Honey & Mumford in 1986. Activist Theorist Pragmatist Reflector So we all learn how to navigate our alcohol free journey in our own way and shouldn't be comparing our progress with others… just keep trying and it will come together. Back to Laura.  What I found interesting was the fact that once she'd done all her research and reading she was absolutely ready to make a firm decision and her mantra was:- "Never Question the Decision" I think that's such a helpful strategy which will stand her in good stead if she has a craving or is under pressure from others to drinking… She approached her sobriety with the same gusto and enthusiasm that she used to approach her drinking- focusing on what she was gaining rather than losing by leading an alcohol free lifestyle. However Laura did go into full blown sugar addiction when she quit drinking and wishes that she'd had a functional health coach teach her how to transition which would have resulted in her feeling a lot better sooner. These days Laura is qualified as Functional Health Coach. She talked about the 4 pillars of health Diet/Exercise/Stress Reduction and Sleep and emphasized that a Health Coach could ease the transition into the alcohol free lifestyle and help to avoid a cross addiction. As she said we all know broadly what we should be doing to stay healthy but the value of a health coach is that she will ensure that you implement and stick to the right eating plan and exercise regime. We agreed that coaching is super valuable to keep people on track - especially for women.  Laura feels that many women tend to focus on what they haven't done rather than focusing on their achievements She said that anyone who has joined Tribe Sober should be proud of themselves,  just admitting that they may be a problem is a huge first step. Laura offers a free 20 minute call to Tribe Sober members as well as discounted sessions. You can reach out to her on what's app +230 58675482 or via email on lauragujadhur@hotmail.co.uk  More Info Subscription membership – you can join up HERE. To access our website, click HERE. If you would like a free copy of our “Annual Tracker” or our e-book 66 Days to Sobriety, please email janet@tribesober.com. If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community, just email janet@tribesober.com. Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. 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Send us a textIn this week's episode, Tom discusses exciting developments in cannabis legalization, including new bills introduced to Congress and federal rumors about Trump's push for safe banking. Join us as we explore a variety of stories from across the U.S., from legislative updates in Ohio to interesting events like glass blowing at the Museum of Glass in Tacoma. Learn about the new States 2.0 Act, the Prepare Act, and the ongoing challenges and opportunities in the cannabis industry. Plus, find out about the legal landscape in Alabama's merit-based licensing and the crackdown on gray market sales in Washington, DC. If you're passionate about cannabis legalization or just curious about the latest industry trends, don't forget to like, subscribe, and click the notification bell to stay updated! #CannabisNews #CannabisLegalization #SafeBanking #420 #CannabisIndustry00:00 Introduction and Recent Developments00:29 Cannabis Legalization News and Updates00:59 Federal Bills and Legislative Actions01:51 Personal Anecdotes and Observations03:30 Deep Dive into the States Act06:04 Regulation and Consumer Protection18:05 Big Alcohol's Interest in Cannabis24:43 Political Commentary and Gerrymandering29:10 Legal Insights and Litigation31:46 Cannabis Policy and Reform Challenges32:27 Illegal Marijuana Products in Norwalk34:41 Interstate Market and Arbitrage Opportunities37:02 Maryland's New Cannabis Regulations38:32 Challenges in the Cannabis Industry51:27 Gray Market Crackdown in Washington, DC01:00:01 Future of Cannabis LegalizationSupport the show

Full Contact Cannabis- Mark Stepp and Harold Jarboe talk about the dire situation of Recreational and Hemp Derived Cannabis Business in America and how the Liquor Industry is trying to move in and dominate an industry they formerly despised.  Our sponsors: The Old Hemp Farmer's Wife: https://www.theoldhempfarmerswife.com Tennessee Homegrown: https://www.tnhomegrown.com Production & Post Production: http://www.uppercutmedia.com  

Send us a textCannabis Legalization News: Bad News, Misleading Lawsuits, and MoreIn this episode of Cannabis Legalization News, the hosts discuss the tough week for cannabis news as Congress takes a two-week break, leaving no significant updates. They dive into the seventies' decriminalization trends abruptly halted by Reagan, drawing parallels to modern-day policies under Trump. The main story revolves around a lawsuit aiming to reschedule cannabis through an administrative hearing. The discussion also covers the DEA's rescheduling updates, the lengthy process for DEA filings, and various pending legal battles. The hosts touch on the increasing frustration with illicit THC sales merging into the alcohol industry and the promising judicial victories. As always, there's some humor and personal anecdotes, such as microphone issues and the exhaustion of dealing with court cases. Other topics include prospective cannabis legislation in Pennsylvania, concerns surrounding unsafe cannabis driving, potential rescheduling outcomes, and the varied perspectives on cannabis regulation at federal and state levels. The episode wraps up with a note on potential regulation shifts and the challenges faced by cannabis businesses in an evolving legal landscape.00:00 Introduction and Weekly Overview00:35 Historical Context and Current Legal Battles01:36 DEA Rescheduling Update02:11 Legal Challenges and Corporate Litigation03:47 Industry Dynamics and Big Alcohol's Influence06:33 Federal Rescheduling and Legalization Debate16:44 Home Growing and Consumer Concerns22:17 State-by-State Legalization Efforts28:56 Federal Regulations and the Future of Cannabis33:11 Understanding the Three-Tier Alcohol Regulation System34:18 The Definition and Regulation of Hemp35:00 Strain Discussion and Cannabis Culture37:00 Challenges in Growing Cannabis40:02 Federal and State Cannabis Regulations52:27 The Role of Seed-to-Sale Tracking59:10 Closing Remarks and Future PlansSupport the show

John Maytham speaks to Dominique Olivier, writer and founder of human.writer, whose latest piece dives into the seismic wellness shift in society See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been said that alcohol is the only drug that, if you don't take it, people think something is wrong with you. And, I know firsthand what it's like for alcohol use and abuse to take root in your life. My guest today, James Swanwick makes the case that there is nothing good that comes from drinking alcohol – even in moderation and on occasion. Today, we talk about how quickly it can compromise your quality of life, production, and relationships, why he views alcohol as nothing more than “Attractively Packaged Poison,” how you can adopt the alcohol-free lifestyle, the importance of addressing the internal root of addiction, and how facing your own insecurities, although uncomfortable can help you crack the code. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction and Catching Up 00:24 - Ryan's Alcohol Struggle and Recovery 01:24 - The Hidden Costs of Drinking 02:52 - Reclaiming Time and Energy 05:25 - Addressing Social Pressure to Drink 08:37 - Alcohol as a Cultural Myth 10:57 - Debunking Alcohol's Health Benefits 14:09 - The Influence of Big Alcohol 15:59 - Genetic Predisposition to Alcohol 19:20 - Changing Habits, Changing Genes 22:56 - Finding Fulfillment Without Alcohol 25:55 - Starting the Hero's Journey 28:47 - Building a Like-Minded Community 31:45 - Ryan's Ongoing Journey 33:18 - Addiction as a Superpower? 37:06 - Balancing Life's Pillars 40:55 - Leaning Into Personal Development 44:31 - James's Emotional Breakthrough 48:50 - The Power of Community Support 51:06 - Where to Connect with James Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

Looking to try new types of alcohol in 2025? We got you covered! Join Intern John, Shelby Sos, and Rose as we look at the new trends for alcohol this year and more!Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL of our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts

Alcohol's boom period is over. After a prolonged bourbon boom and many years of high earnings, the spirit industry is facing new challenges with declining sales, warning label proposals and higher taxation. So how did we get here and is alcohol on the outs in the U.S.? Plus: The White House's new AI guidelines rock the stock market and Ryanair wants an airport alcoholic drink maximum per person. Join our hosts Jon Weigelland Rob Litterst as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day. Get our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thds Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/ Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don't forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/  Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues).

Breaking news: Surgeon general calls for cancer warnings on alcohol. This headline generated a lot of messages and conversations with my family, clients and colleagues.  It's happening! Maybe...  It's been nearly four decades since Congress approved the first government warning label on alcohol, the one that says pregnant women shouldn't drink and warns about the dangers of driving while drinking. No updates have been made since then. Any effort to add a cancer warning label to alcohol would face significant push-back from a well-funded and powerful beverage industry, which spends nearly $30 million every year lobbying Congress. In this episode of The Sober Edge Podcast, I share more about the New York Times article. It will most likely take a long time for the outcry to result in changes in the labeling legislation. For cigarettes, it was 20 years after the first alarm bells were sounded before full labels warning of cancer were mandated. The good news is that this push may impact the guidelines about 'safe' drinking amounts, which are due to be reevaluated this year.  Full Show Notes Here

Many of us struggle with the shame we feel about becoming addicted to alcohol. We can intellectually understand that alcohol is addictive, but we often feel that we should 'know better' or "it could never happen to me". In my recent studies at Stanford University, where I completed a certificate in the Psychology of Addiction, Dr. Anna Lempke shared the reasons behind why people become addicted to alcohol (and other drugs).  In this episode of The Sober Edge podcast I break down what we know about genetics, the impact of our family of origin and the role that our neighborhood or culture plays in our risk factors for addiction.   Here are some of the highlights: The role of nature, nurture, neighborhood How advertisers use our emotional brain to trigger desires to drink Why we need to pay attention to dopamine when we are drinking and when we stop drinking The good news about alcohol addiction   Show Notes HERE

In this weeks cannabis news, we cover the following stories: Sales Tax Limits in Missouri – Macky breaks down a new court ruling that prevents Missouri cities and counties from stacking marijuana sales taxes. San Diego's First Cannabis Lounge – The long wait is almost over as San Diego prepares to open its first cannabis lounge. What does this mean for social consumption spaces? Big Alcohol and Cannabis Beverages – Billy examines how the alcohol industry is expanding into cannabis beverages. Is this progress or a problem for smaller industry players? Cannabis Industry Jobs – We discuss the latest job trends in the cannabis sector and where to find opportunities, including a spotlight on cannabis jobs. Matt Gaetz as U.S. Attorney General? – Trump's pick could signal a major shift in cannabis policy. We'll explore Gaetz's history of supporting legalization and what this could mean for federal reform. Major Drug Bust – Margaret reports on a man caught with 40 kg of cannabis in his luggage. Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links.  Website: https://highonhomegrown.com Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.

In this conversation, Victoria English delves into the pervasive influence of alcohol advertising during the holiday season. She discusses how the alcohol industry strategically markets its products to create associations between alcohol and holiday cheer, leading to cognitive dissonance for individuals who struggle with their drinking habits. The conversation highlights the emotional toll of alcohol consumption during the holidays, the societal pressures to conform, and the importance of self-awareness in combating these influences. Victoria invites listeners to engage in an exercise to identify misleading marketing messages and encourages them to take proactive steps towards an alcohol-free lifestyle.   Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule  

After finding freedom from alcohol through Project 90, Karen Grundhofer and fellow members decided to team up and make a difference in today's alcoholcentric society. They created Awake: Alcohol Exposed, a nonprofit organization on a mission is to provide information and resources for individuals to make informed decisions about their relationship with alcohol. Whether taking on Big Alcohol lobbyists, sharing their favorite quit-lit or fostering collaborations with others in the sober-curious movement, this is a group that will inspire you. Make sure to check out the show notes to find out more.   Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule

Today we talk to Caterina Giorgi, the CEO of the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) about the crucial role FARE plays in Australia in commissioning research on alcohol harm and advocating for essential changes to Australia's alcohol laws and policies. We cover a lot in this episode, including the alarming ways alcohol advertising targets young kids, how pervasive alcohol marketing is, the destructive effects of alcohol consumption across different demographics and the significant role alcohol plays in family violence. Caterina explains the manipulative tactics of alcohol companies, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the powerful lobbying efforts that resist necessary regulatory changes to protect our most vulnerable communities from alcohol harm. We also discuss the changing landscape of alcohol consumption in Australia, celebrating the positive trends among young people who are increasingly choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle but also the troubling increase in alcohol-related health issues among older generations. Listen as we highlight FARE's Voices of Change program, the success stories of community activism, and the ongoing need for advocacy to create healthier environments for everyone. Hear why organisations like FARE are crucial in amplifying the voices of those living with the consequences of alcohol harm and countering the influence of Big Alcohol and advocating for public health. LEARN MORE ABOUT FAREWeb: https://fare.org.au/ MEGMegan Webb: https://glassfulfilled.com.auInstagram: @glassfulfilledUnwined Bookclub: https://www.alcoholfreedom.com.au/unwinedbookclubSober Socialising workshop at Seadrift Distillery: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/confident-and-cozy-alcohol-free-socialising-for-winter-tickets-934198341387?aff=oddtdtcreator BELLAIsabella Ferguson: https://isabellaferguson.com.auInstagram: @alcoholandstresswithisabellaFree 5-Day DO I HAVE A DRINKING PROBLEM? Clarify and focus series: https://resources.isabellaferguson.com.au/doIhaveadrinkingproblemwithisabellafergusonAlcohol Freedom Small Group Challenge - Register here: https://resources.isabellaferguson.com.au/alcoholfreedomchallenge...

Have you ever heard that a glass of wine is good for your heart or that moderate drinking is part of a healthy lifestyle? Think again! In this eye-opening episode of TheNo More Wasted Days Podcast,, Sara and Heather dive deep into the myths surrounding alcohol, especially the belief that "just one drink" is harmless. Sara and Heather debunk these widespread myths and reveal the shocking truth about the health risks associated with even moderate alcohol consumption.   What You'll Learn: The real impact of alcohol on your health, from gut health to cancer risks. Why the idea that alcohol makes you more fun is a dangerous myth. How alcohol consumption affects your mental clarity and emotional stability. The surprising ways alcohol companies have influenced public perception of drinking. Practical tips on how to navigate social situations without relying on alcohol.   Sara also shares personal stories about her journey to an alcohol-free life, including how quitting alcohol strengthened her relationships and improved her overall well-being. Heather adds her insights as well, offering valuable advice for those questioning their relationship with alcohol.   Don't Forget: Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help us reach more listeners. Check out the Day Makers community for ongoing support and weekly group coaching calls. Want MORE in depth support. Book a 1-on-1 coaching session with Heather today. ************************************************   Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community.  CLICK HERE for all the details. Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey?  Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach.  CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today. ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial   Follow Heather on Social Media: IG: @accordingtohpg TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach   Sources Cited -  https://healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/6-ways-alcohol-can-damage-your-gut/   https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/how-does-alcohol-affect-the-microbiome.h00-159696756.html   https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/does-drinking-alcohol-kill-brain-cells   https://health.clevelandclinic.org/effects-of-alcohol   https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohols-effects-body   https://www.verywellhealth.com/effects-of-alcohol-5248626

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Episode 487 – How Would You Walk?   Today we have Sarah. She is 45 and lives in Indiana. She took her last drink on December 31st, 2022.   Let's talk AF International travel with Recovery Elevator. We've got some incredible trips in the works. We're going to Vietnam for 12 days in January 2025. Then Back to Costa Rica for our 4th trip to the Blue Zone in April 2025, and then, we're going back to Peru in October 2025 where we're going to the Inca Trail and work with Non-profit Peruvian Hearts again.   Athletic Greens   [02:42] Thoughts from Paul:   The World Heart Federation published a policy brief in 2022 staying there is “no level of alcohol consumption that is safe for health.” There was and still is a collective belief that alcohol is good for you. This is especially prominent in the wine culture.   The paradigm is slowly cracking which is a huge step in the right direction. When Paul started Recovery Elevator in 2015, you couldn't find that line anywhere. It was almost customary to see a line that says something like “studies show moderate alcohol consumption can improve heart health and longevity”.  Today the tides are turning and a narrative that alcohol can wreck your world (aka, the truth) is emerging. People are waking up to the lies that Big Alcohol has sold us.   Check out this recent article about a new phenomenon called BORGS explains what these are and then follows it up with the snippet about alcohol being shit.     [09:18] Paul introduces Sarah:   Sarah is 45 and lives in Indiana. She is married with two kids and works in marketing. When she isn't running the kids to their practices and games, she enjoys exercising, reading and backpacking.   Sarah parents divorced when she was 11 and she grew up with her mother who she was very close with. She doesn't recall alcohol being very present in their lives. Sarah didn't drink much in high school but in college and into her 20s, everything she and her friends did involved alcohol. She always knew her drinking looked a little different than everyone else's, but didn't identify it as a problem.   When Sarah was 35, her mother was diagnosed with brain cancer. Sarah quit working so that she could care for her mother through the diagnosis. Her drinking increased as she dealt with being a caretaker, having a family in addition to not working.   After her mother died four years later, Sarah says she did not know how to deal with life. She would drink into a blackout almost daily and was stuck in the cycle of wanting to quit but not being able to. Sarah began to worry that it might not be possible for her and worried that she would disappoint her mother if she wasn't able to quit.   In time, Sarah found sober podcasts and tried medications to help. She says Antabuse worked, but she would stop taking it in order to drink. No one knew she was taking it to try and quit and Sarah feels that by not sharing, she always left the door open to drink again.   Sarah knew something had to change and decided to come clean with her husband. Being active in the Café RE community helped Sarah gain the courage to choose a quit date and write a letter to her husband letting him know what was going on. Sarah says she received a lot of support from him.   After the physical withdrawals, Sarah felt hopeful. As the months went on, she protected her sobriety by avoiding situations where there was drinking, and she began to gain more confidence. Sarah says that when she has thoughts of drinking, she does chooses to put her energy into her sober resources instead.   Sarah's best sober moment: experiencing the Northern Lights with her son   Sarah's parting piece of guidance: never quit quitting.   [41:14] Outro:   Paul invites listeners to answer some questions not with words in their minds, but in how they carry themselves. How would you walk if…….?   Café RE – promo code OPPORTUNITY waives set up fee. RE merch Instagram   Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes      Recovery Elevator Go big, because eventually we'll all go home. I love you guys.

My guest today is Dustin Dunbar, author and leader of the  Alcohol Free Revolution In this episode:- Alcoholism affected Dustins family; his grandfather and father both struggled with it. Despite his early vow not to drink, Dustin began drinking as a teenager due to peer pressure. He enjoyed a successful career in sales, real estate, and insurance. Social drinking became part of his lifestyle, exacerbated by business and social environments promoting alcohol consumption. Like with many of us Dustin's alcohol use escalated gradually, He recognized the negative impact of alcohol in his mid-thirties and quit drinking four years ago. Like me he was Inspired by Annie Grace's book "This Naked Mind," he began to see alcohol consumption as a form of unconscious behavior controlled by societal norms and marketing. Dustin describes a crazy dream he had where he's on a gurney in a room filled with other people, all plugged into tubes pumping ethanol into them. He realizes he's being controlled by Big Alcohol, This dream leads him to conclude that society is trapped in an "alcohol matrix," where many people consume ethanol regularly, believing it to be normal and acceptable, despite its harmful effects. I also love the expression Alcohol Matrix which I first discovered in the Unexpected Joy of being Sober by Catherine Gray – she has a whole chapter on how we need to unplug from the matrix… and its true Unplugging can feel strange and lonely for a while but then it turns to a feeling of freedom…. And joy Dustin founded the Alcohol Free Revolution, offering support, education, and community to those seeking to quit drinking. The initiative includes coaches, therapists, and various experts to help individuals recover and lead alcohol-free lives. He's also written a book called You're Doing Great… and other lies Alcohol old me – get his book and find out more about Dustin his website which is dustin-dunbar.com More info Subscription membership for Tribe Sober join up HERE To access our website click HERE If you would like a free copy of our "Annual Tracker" or our e-book "66 Days to Sobriety" please email janet@tribesober.com If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community just email janet@tribesober.com Episode Sponsor           This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.             If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then  sign up today           Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Help us to spread the word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave us a 5 star review on Apple podcasts, take a screenshot of your review and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page - see PS for instructions - we'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram  You can join our private Facebook group HERE How to leave an rating/review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS device) 1. Open the Podcasts app. EASY. 2. Choose "Search" from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (i.e., "Recover Like A Mother") into the search field. 3. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). 4. Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. 5. Click "Write a Review" underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. You'll then have the option to rate the show on a 5-star scale, and write a review (you can rate without writing, too but it's always good to read your experience).  

Today's guest is the wonderful Ann Dowsett Johnston who many of you will have heard of – she is a pioneer of the modern recovery movement and published her book "Drink" back in 2013 – which makes it one of the very first QuitLit books In this episode:- Ann's book Drink has been out for more than a decade and is still selling well – her TED talk has had 1.5m views  I did a previous interview with Ann a couple of years ago that you can listen to here.  The prologue to the book describes alcohol's seductive charm…and eventual harm I love this analogy and here at Tribe Sober we suggest that our members write a Goodbye letter to alcohol as it evolves from a handsome stranger to an abusive lover Ann predicted the dramatic rise in risky drinking for women, which has sadly come true over the last decade There is an epidemic of female drinking, especially among younger women, with serious health consequences – we are even seeing young women presenting with liver disease The alcohol industry has been targeting women for the last couple of decades – using the tobacco marketing playbook  and they've been stunningly successful Many of us believed that we couldn't have fun or relax or cope with stress without alcohol – and it certainly takes a few months to deprogram our thinking, to overturn those limiting belief Ann is from Canada so had first hand experience of the public backlash that the low drinking guidelines (two drinks a week) caused! The reduction in drinking guidelines came as new research was published linking alcohol to cancer and many other health conditions Ann and I both love the modern recovery movement and the many different recovery pathways – I often say that if you want to give up drinking you need to find your people – if you think that Tribe Sober might be your community then go to tribesober.com and hit join our tribe Ann mentioned the three levers for change: price, marketing reduction, and availability, but government action is slow and Big Alcohol will continue to use its lobbying power So as individuals we must actively seek out the knowledge – we need to educate ourselves about the harm that alcohol can do to our brains and our bodies Knowledge is power and the more we understand about alcohol the less we'll feel like drinking it Even if we decide to drink it should be an informed decision, we need to understand the risks Ann talked about her "Writing Your Recovery" courses which offers support and tools for memoir writing. Its a powerful 8-week online memoir-writing course. Starts on 24th April and accommodates various timezones – go to her website annsdowsettjohnston.com for more info – I'll put the links in the shownotes Ann will also be facilitating a South African writing retreat during week commencing 15th October – you can get on the waiting list for that by emailing info@bkr.co.za Ann now has 15 years of sobriety and spoke of the many benefits she has experienced She returned to school at 64 to become a psychotherapist, specializing in women's substance issues and trauma She has a wonderful relationship with her grandchild Ann strongly believes that once we walk away from alcohol remarkable things will happen – the universe has a plan for us – she is awakened to wonder as she puts it She's built a rich and an alcohol free life that she loves, a life she definitely doesn't want to escape from! More Info Tribe Sober membership – you can join up HERE. To access our website, click HERE. If you would like a free copy of our “Annual Tracker” or our e-book 66 Days to Sobriety, please email janet@tribesober.com. If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community, just email janet@tribesober.com.   Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. We'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can join our private Facebook group HERE.

One of the world's leading alcohol researchers Prof. Tim Stockwell details how Big Alcohol funds and influences studies in a bid to suppress news of alcohol's detrimental health effects. Listen to him describe the abuse, criticism, and death threat he received as a result of his 2023 study looking at 107 previously published studies on alcohol, involving nearly 5 million participants, over 40 years. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule ★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast

  This week we're celebrating our 200th podcast episode by taking you through our Top Twelve podcasts – the episodes which have had the most downloads since we started the podcast back in 2020  There's a clip from each podcast as well as the link to the whole episode Or if you're really organised you can even make them into a playlist! Numbers 10,11 & 12 So coming in with 2,200 downloads each is a trio of ladies who've taught our Tribe so much about how our brains work… Author Dr Loretta Breuning, Neuroscientist Staci Danford and Stanford Psychiatrist Dr Anne Lembke It's important to remember that we are wired for survival rather than happiness and our default state is one of anxiety as we are on the look out for threats.. However once we understand how to trigger our happy brain chemicals we can structure our days to ensure that we get a regular dopamine hit to lift our mood So let's start with Dr Loretta Breuning who helped me unpack the cause of my own “early sobriety blues” Have a listen to the first interview I did with her which was in August 2021  Loretta also did an interview with me very recently to talk about her new book which is called Why Youre Unhappy – that came out on January 20th this year. The next lady in our trio is neuroscientist Staci Danford who taught us about our Lizard brain and how we need to manage it… she even recommended we give it a name.. she calls hers Ernie! That interview came out in August 2021  Here is a link to that episode  The third of our trio is Stanford Psychiatrist Anna Lembke who's written a top selling book called Dopamine Nation It's an awesome book which I highly recommend if you are interested in the science of addiction – her explanation of the Pain/Pleasure balance is superb That episode is called Why we get Addicted and came out in November 2023  Here is the link  Moving away from neuroscience to number 9 in our Top Twelve In that spot we have Sobriety Coach Lori Massicot – Lori is the host of a podcast called 50 and beyond and like me is convinced that ditching the booze is one of the very best things we can do for ourselves as we get older Her episode is called Why we need to ditch the drink in mid life and came out in December 2021 Here is the link  I also did a fun episode with Lori recently when we listed the 15 Signs that you need to take a Break from Booze – signs that Lori and I ignored for far too long! That one was released on January 27th this year Next up we have Melissa Witherspoon – she's the author of a touching memoir called I'm Sober…So Now What? Melissa has relapsed several times and has some invaluable insights into the various stages of relapse She observed that there are 3 stages of relapse Stage 1 is emotional relapse – not even thinking about drinking yet but observing the triggers that seem to be getting more frequent Stay in Stage 1 long enough without taking action and you may move to Stage 2 which is the mental relapse when you start to feel uncomfortable in your skin – and skip activities like connecting with your sober tribe and sticking to your exercise routine – all things that relieve triggers Stay in Stage 2 long enough and you may move to Stage 3 which is physical relapse when you are back in active addiction The advantage of knowing about these 3 stages are that you can keep your radar sharp for Relapse Warning Signs – all different for different people but you need to be able to pick up if you are feeling a bit “off” as Melissa puts it – keeping a journal is a great way of monitoring your emotions For Melissa it shows up in a lack of self care – if she starts neglecting things like her hair washing routine she will see it as a warning sign and tune in to what's going on.. Learn more from Melissa by listening to the episode which came out on September 2022 and is called Relapse Warning Signs Here is the link  So from the three stages of relapse we go to the 4 stages of alcoholism – a very moving share from Tribe member Vanessa Hilton Barber Vanessa divides her drinking career into phases:- the Fun phase (15-19) the Social phase (19-30) the Fairly Desperate phase (30-39) the I Need to Quit phase (39 onwards) This pattern fits pretty well with Ken Middletons theory that 20 years of regular drinking will result in alcohol dependence Here's a link to that episode  Now we're up to our Top Six and at number 6 with 2.3 downloads is the brilliant William Porter William is a lawyer with a passion for the science behind alcohol dependence and has written 2 books Alcohol Explained and Alcohol Explained 2 They're both essential reading and I think the more we understand the damage that alcohol does to our bodies and brains the less likely we are to want to drink it! His episode is called Why we Get Hangxiety and came out in July 2021  Here's the link Next up is another lovely chap who suggests that we identify ourselves as a non drinker…. From Day One He's called Nigel Jones and is the author of a book called Walking Back to Happiness Nigel's professional background is in marketing and PR so he has a deep understanding of the power of messaging and the effect it has on our subconscious mind.  As he says we are in effect being “groomed” by the liquor industry to be loyal and lifelong consumers.  That episode came out in Jan 2023  called How to be a non drinker  Here's the link  Next up is author of the Sober Diaries – a book that has helped so many people ditch the shame and quit drinking. Claire Pooley was a mom of 3 young children when her drinking was at its worst – she was going through 10 bottles of wine a week and knew it had to stop Clare Pooley is a great example of someone who ditched the booze and made her dreams come true She'd always wanted to be a novelist – when she quit drinking she finally had the time and energy to write – the Sober Diaries got her noticed and she was promptly signed by a top publisher to write 3 novels The Authenticity Project was her first and her second book has the inspiring title of How to Age Disgracefully – it will be out in June this year. Have a listen to Clares episode which came out in April 2021 – its called How I Ditched the Drink  Here's the link  I love her life hack of going to bed early, getting up early to cook and freeze the evening meal That's how she avoiding guzzling a bottle of wine as she cooked in the evening! Now its time for the top 3  Coming in at number 3 with 2,500 downloads is the fabulous Ken Middleton – he's the author of Bamboozled which has the awesome subtitle of How Alcohol Makes Fools of us All! Do grab a copy if you haven't yet read it – a brilliant description of how we've been manipulated by Big Alcohol for decades I often quote Ken who says “even if alcohol doesn't destroy us it will limit our potential” and in fact his latest Tribe Sober episode is called “How Alcohol Limits your Potential” – that one was released in April 2023  Here's the link Ken was also one of our guests back in November 2020 when he shared his own story and explained the science behind alcohol dependence – and why drinking regularly for 20 years means you're very likely to develop a “problem” Next up at number 2 is me! With our very first podcast episode which was released in May 2020 to celebrate my 5th Soberversary Here is the link  And finally hogging the number 1 slot with an incredible 3,300 downloads is Australian Sobriety Coach Kathryn Elliott It's called How to Stop Binge Drinking and came out in June 2022 Here is the link Like me Kathryn has had breast cancer which prompted us to do an episode together recently Neither of us realised that our heavy drinking was putting us at risk of breast cancer so we celebrated breast cancer awareness month by having a conversation about it.. Spreading the word that more than 3 glasses of wine A WEEK increased your risk of breast cancer We called it Drink Less for your Breasts and it was released in October 2023 So that's our Top Twelve A big thank you to all our listeners – thanks to you the Tribe Sober podcast has had more than 300,000 downloads which keeps its global ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts Most importantly more than 20% of our members found their way to us via the podcast More Info Subscription membership – you can join up HERE. To access our website, click HERE. If you would like a free copy of our “Annual Tracker” or our e-book 66 Days to Sobriety, please email janet@tribesober.com. If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community, just email janet@tribesober.com.   Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. We'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. You can join our private Facebook group HERE. PS: How to Leave a Rating/Review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS Device) Open the Podcasts app. EASY. Choose “Search” from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (e.g. Recover Like a Mother) into the search field. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. Click Write a Review underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. You'll then have the option to rate the show on a 5-star scale and write a review (you can rate without writing too but it's always good to read your experience).  

In the movie, The Matrix, there is a scene where the character realizes he is caught in an illusion. My guest on the podcast this week is Dustin Dunbar, who had his own matrix moment when he had an awakening dream that showed him the damage that alcohol was creating in his own life. Dustin Dunbar grew up poor in Midwest America with an abusive, alcohol-addicted father and grandfather, and vowed to never be like them. And yet, like many of us, he found himself using alcohol to fit in, to hang with the guys and to make the deals on the golf course. When Dustin became alcohol-free four years ago, he knew he wanted to help other men overcome the lies that alcohol told him.  Here are some of the highlights from our conversation: Why Dustin doesn't use the word 'sober' How he talks to his children about alcohol Dustin calls out George Clooney; Teri calls out Snoop Dog. The book that changed his life   Find out more about Dustin, We are AFR and his mission to ban alcohol advertising by visiting the SHOW NOTES Want to know more about the Build the Life You Want book study? Click HERE  

Big Alcohol knows the writing is on the wall. Cannabis consumption is growing, and Alcohol is shrinking. "We believe that over the next 5 years, the cannabis category will add 18 million past-month consumers, while alcohol will lose 2 million past-month consumers, as consumers increasingly embrace cannabis and temper their alcohol consumption" – TD Cowen.This week, we sit down with Paul Weaver, Head of Cannabis at The Boston Beer Company, to discuss the following:Big Alcohol's take on cannabis.Who is the Cannabis Beverage Consumer?Hemp Derived Beverages.and so much moreAbout Boston Beer CompanyWe are The Boston Beer Company and together we are heavy. From the very beginning, Jim Koch wanted to create a company that he would want to work for, creating a culture that celebrated beer with a passion and depth of knowledge that can't help but be contagious to others. Nearly 40 years of brewing beer and cultivating talent later, we continue to be a passionate group of individuals who focus on raising the bar in everything that we do. We are always looking for hardworking, motivated and competitive people who strive to push the boundaries and never settle. Not to be lost in the shuffle is the ability to have fun – after all, we are a beer company, and if you can't have fun in this business, there's something wrong! Boston Beer is the maker of Samuel Adams, Dogfish Head, Truly, Twisted Tea, Angry Orchard.Guest Links https://www.bostonbeer.com/https://www.instagram.com/bostonbeercareers/https://www.linkedin.com/company/boston-beer-company/#JimKoch #SamuelAdams #SAMFollow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared  global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:

Dustin Dunbar, author of You're Doing Great and Other Lies Alcohol Told Me, joins us to reveal the false messaging alcohol feeds teens about itself and discusses how parents can model alcohol-free lives to intrinsically give kids the skills to resist drinking culture.If you've enjoyed Talking to Teens, we'd love if you could leave us a five-star rating, and if you have time, a review! Full Show NotesTeenage years come with intense new social pressures – the urge to fit in, make friends, and figure out who you are can feel overwhelming. In the midst of this tumultuous period, teens are confronted with the prevalence of underage drinking all around them. Their peers are doing it, cool kids on social media make it look fun and exciting, and it seems like the “normal” thing to do.As parents, we want to protect our kids not just from the dangers of alcohol itself, but from falling for the many myths alcohol sells – that it'll make you happier, more fun, more liked and more confident. The reality is, teens need tools and support to handle their insecurities, anxieties and difficult emotions in healthy, constructive ways.This week, we're talking about how we can empower teenagers to develop self-awareness and stay alcohol-free amidst intense social pressures. We're joined by Dustin Dunbar, founder of The Alcohol-Free Revolution and author of the book “You're Doing Great (And Other Lies Alcohol Told Me)”.Dustin grew up surrounded by family members struggling with alcohol addiction. After overcoming his own battle with alcohol, Dustin has devoted himself to smashing the myths and lies alcohol tells young people. He's here to reveal the tactics Big Alcohol uses to target teens, and explain why drinking culture is declining amongst Gen Z.Why Teens Are Drinking LessDespite the messaging bombarding them every day, today's teenagers are actually drinking less than past generations. Dustin explains how teens are seeing through the deception inherent in alcohol advertising and social norms. More teens are prioritizing their health and wellbeing over fleeting social acceptance.Dustin reveals the shocking cancer risks of alcohol, and why social media influencers never show the negative consequences the next day. We discuss how parents can prompt critical thinking about the way alcohol is marketed to take advantage of teenagers' insecurities.Emotional Tools For Handling AnxietyDustin explains why alcohol is so tempting for anxious teens – it suppresses nervous system functioning, numbing difficult emotions. Without alcohol, teens have to learn to sit with feelings of awkwardness, FOMO, insecurity and more.We discuss tools parents can teach teens to handle emotions healthily, like identifying underlying feelings, de-escalating anger, setting kind boundaries, and expressing needs calmly. Dustin shares how learning these tools transformed his relationships.Modeling Mindful DrinkingResearch shows parental drinking habits have an enormous influence on teens. Dustin implores parents to seriously evaluate their own drinking and model more consciousness. Substance abuse often masks unresolved trauma – Dustin explains why getting vulnerable and giving up numbing aids can lead to self-discovery.Becoming an Alcohol-Free Role ModelAs Dustin explains, parents' own drinking habits can normalize alcohol for impressionable teens. Showing teens an alcohol-free lifestyle demonstrates better coping strategies for stress and models healthier social skills that don't require liquid courage. Our interview dives into the surprising interpersonal benefits Dustin has experienced since quitting drinking.Joining the Alcohol-Free RevolutionDustin discusses the free global community he created to support people in transitioning to alcohol-free lives. Members find camaraderie in overcoming drinking triggers, guidance in handling new emotions now out of suppression, and inspiration from others navigating the journey. Dustin explains how membership gives lobbying power to eventually ban alcohol advertising, preventing further generational indoctrination.Follow us on Social Media! We're @talkingtoteens on Instagram and TikTok

Big Alcohol knows the writing is on the wall. Cannabis consumption is growing, and Alcohol is shrinking. "We believe that over the next 5 years, the cannabis category will add 18 million past-month consumers, while alcohol will lose 2 million past-month consumers, as consumers increasingly embrace cannabis and temper their alcohol consumption" – TD Cowen.This week, we sit down with Paul Weaver, Head of Cannabis at The Boston Beer Company, to discuss the following:Big Alcohol's take on cannabis.Who is the Cannabis Beverage Consumer?Hemp Derived Beverages.and so much moreAbout Boston Beer CompanyWe are The Boston Beer Company and together we are heavy. From the very beginning, Jim Koch wanted to create a company that he would want to work for, creating a culture that celebrated beer with a passion and depth of knowledge that can't help but be contagious to others. Nearly 40 years of brewing beer and cultivating talent later, we continue to be a passionate group of individuals who focus on raising the bar in everything that we do. We are always looking for hardworking, motivated and competitive people who strive to push the boundaries and never settle. Not to be lost in the shuffle is the ability to have fun – after all, we are a beer company, and if you can't have fun in this business, there's something wrong! Boston Beer is the maker of Samuel Adams, Dogfish Head, Truly, Twisted Tea, Angry Orchard.Guest Links https://www.bostonbeer.com/https://www.instagram.com/bostonbeercareers/https://www.linkedin.com/company/boston-beer-company/#JimKoch #SamuelAdams #SAMFollow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared  global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:

Big Alcohol knows the writing is on the wall. Cannabis consumption is growing, and Alcohol is shrinking. "We believe that over the next 5 years, the cannabis category will add 18 million past-month consumers, while alcohol will lose 2 million past-month consumers, as consumers increasingly embrace cannabis and temper their alcohol consumption" – TD Cowen.This week, we sit down with Paul Weaver, Head of Cannabis at The Boston Beer Company, to discuss the following:Big Alcohol's take on cannabis.Who is the Cannabis Beverage Consumer?Hemp Derived Beverages.and so much moreAbout Boston Beer CompanyWe are The Boston Beer Company and together we are heavy. From the very beginning, Jim Koch wanted to create a company that he would want to work for, creating a culture that celebrated beer with a passion and depth of knowledge that can't help but be contagious to others. Nearly 40 years of brewing beer and cultivating talent later, we continue to be a passionate group of individuals who focus on raising the bar in everything that we do. We are always looking for hardworking, motivated and competitive people who strive to push the boundaries and never settle. Not to be lost in the shuffle is the ability to have fun – after all, we are a beer company, and if you can't have fun in this business, there's something wrong! Boston Beer is the maker of Samuel Adams, Dogfish Head, Truly, Twisted Tea, Angry Orchard.Guest Links https://www.bostonbeer.com/https://www.instagram.com/bostonbeercareers/https://www.linkedin.com/company/boston-beer-company/#JimKoch #SamuelAdams #SAMFollow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared  global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:

Tired of the same old drinking culture? In this unconventional podcast episode, Spartan CEO Joe De Sena joins forces with wellness entrepreneur Ruari Fairbairns to drop bombshell strategies for helping people take back control over their lives from Big Alcohol.   From waking guests at dawn with burpees to proposing "water-only" bars, these disruptors will challenge your assumptions with their boldest ideas yet for growing the global sobriety movement.   You'll also get the surprising backstory of how their chance meeting in Iceland sparked their amazing friendship and partnership. Plus, discover little-known industry tactics that have fueled a drinking epidemic worldwide.   For anyone looking to reclaim their freedom from alcohol or support loved ones, this can't-miss conversation provides the unfiltered insights you need to finally change your lifestyle. Are you ready to join the disruption? Listen now to get your game plan.   Highlights: 00:00 Intro 00:54 A crazy story about meeting in Iceland 05:07 You must be available for opportunities 07:02 Making the hard road easy 10:45 How to get more people to join? 15:15 Alcohol destroys our ability to deal with stress 16:36 Manipulations of the alcohol industry to increase alcohol consumption 19:34 Peer pressure and choosing not to drink 21:16 Helping people control drinking  ------ Ruari Fairbairns is the founder and CEO of OYNB, a leading figure in the health and well-being space. He was awarded Great British Entrepreneur of the Year for Scotland and Northern Ireland 2020, with OYNB also being named The Spectator's Economic Innovator of the Year in the UK. Known for his passionate advocacy for healthier living, Ruari has been instrumental in steering OYNB to the forefront of the alcohol-free movement, inspiring over 100,000 people worldwide to reassess their relationship with alcohol and strive to become the best version of themselves.

Kezia and Kim chat with Hadley Sorensen about her sober journey. All three women found themselves caught on the hamster wheel of drinking by the end, the epitome of being trapped in alcohol addiction. They also were each drowning in the mommy wine culture, duped by the Instagram memes, false advertising and lies of Big Alcohol. Hadley tells the ladies how she faced her truth and came out on the other side. Hadley Sorensen is a mom of 3 boys, a lifelong runner, and a writer working on publishing her first book. Her relationship with alcohol was always toxic. It wasn't about how much or how often she drank, but how she felt when she did.  Just over two years ago, she woke up with her last hangover, her heart screaming that sobriety was the right choice. She had no idea that a whole new, beautiful life was about to unfold. Now, she loves to tell her story with the hopes it will reach someone struggling as she was.  Instagram: @hadley_sorensen --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kim-kearns/support

In the world of addiction and substance abuse, the influence of big corporations is far-reaching and often hidden in plain sight. One of the most prominent and widely consumed legal substances worldwide is alcohol. While many individuals are aware of the risks associated with alcohol, the truth behind its marketing and promotion often remains elusive. This edition of the Happy Sober Podcast delves into the tactics employed by the alcohol industry, collectively known as 'Big Alcohol,' to spread deceptive information and promote their products. We will explore how these tactics may contribute to the perpetuation of alcoholism.Ready to quit drinking? Imagine, no more hangovers! Find out how and get a free copy of my bestselling book:Free quit drinking webinar - https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/Not a replacement for professional medical advice. Please consult a medical professional before making any health decisions.#sober #stopdrinking #soberlife #alcoholfree #quitdrinking

In this profoundly personal and enlightening episode, we welcome Sam, a former client of Christy, who shares her intimate journey with alcohol. Sam's story begins with her college years, where she transitioned from indifference to heavy drinking, trying to find her place in a new environment. Despite facing alcohol-related challenges, she managed to prioritize her studies and later ventured into the beverage marketing and business development sectors for Big Alcohol.    Sam's professional life took a turn when she was exposed to the "pinkwashing" phenomenon in the alcohol industry. During Breast Cancer Awareness month, many brands, including her former company, would promote "Drink Pink", "A cocktail for a cause", and other similar campaigns. Bars would donate a percentage of their proceeds to organizations like Susan G Komen or other cancer research entities. While seemingly noble, these campaigns masked the fact that alcohol consumption is a significant risk factor for breast cancer.   Sam's personal connection to breast cancer, with her maternal grandmother and two aunts being survivors, made this revelation even more poignant. When she discussed the link between alcohol and breast cancer with her grandmother, an active volunteer with Susan G Komen, she was surprised. Her grandmother had no idea about the connection.   The episode sheds light on alarming statistics from Cancer Research UK, which states that around 1 in 10 breast cancer cases, or about 4,400 cases a year, are caused by alcohol.    Through Sam's story, we underscore the importance of empowering women to know the risks of regular drinking and shed light on another dishonest and infuriating marketing tactic by Big Alcohol. Connect with Meade and Christy HERE.    Learn More about Coaching with Christy  Learn More about Coaching with Meade   Connect with us on Instagram! @imnotsoberimfree @lovelifesoberwithchristy   #getconnected #staycurious #changeyourthinkingchangeyourdrinking #sobriety #alcoholfree #soberliving #alcoholfreelife #thisnakedmind  #lovelifesober #imnotsoberimfree #getconnected  #grayareadrinking #grayareadrinking #butjesusdrankwine #staycurious #changeyourthinkingchangeyourdrinking #christianandsober #christianity #authenticliving #journeytosobriety #wineandotherstories #vulnerabilityinrecovery   The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and/or linked resources are those of the authors/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show.  YouTube: https://youtu.be/GdftytJRu1s

Even though we offer our members a lot of support already we're always on the look out for new benefits. So these days apart from yoga, meditation, coaching, hypnotherapy, art therapy and accountability groups we can offer our members a functional medicine coach. A Functional Medicine Coach can help us with the transition between drinking a building a healthy lifestyle.  We all know vaguely what we need to do to be healthy but a Health Coach will personalise that plan for you and then ensure that you put it into action! So Tribe Sober's new Functional Health Coach is called Laura Gujadhur  We began by clarifying the difference between functional medicine and conventional medicine. Laura explained that conventional medicine is disease management and treatment of symptoms whereas Functional medicine looks at the root cause of disease An example would be going to a conventional doctor with a rash – that doctor would be unlikely to ask you about your diet, your stress levels and whether you've had allergy tests -he would probably give you a cream to calm down the rash but he wouldn't have got to the root cause of whats going on So functional medicine looks at the root cause of disease and illness and starts from there Conventional medicine is something we resort to when we are already sick Whereas functional medicine encourages you to work on your health so that you don't develop chronic diseases… You become the architect of your own health Laura's interest in health and wellness began about 5 years ago when she quit drinking A member of her family was diagnosed with depression and immediately put on anti-depressants which didn't sit well with Laura About that time she had stumbled across a book called The Ultra Mind Solution by Dr Mark Hyman In this book he explains that when he heals someone's gut and sorts out the imflammation the cognitive function improves and depression and anxiety go away As an ex nurse married to a doctor this came as a revelation to Laura – they never learned anything like this in medical school Laura decided to approach functional medicine in the same way that she had approached sobriety – she would read everything she could get her hands on After all Annie Grace's book “The Naked Mind” had been such an eye opener for her and made her realise that Big Alcohol are inundating us with false messaging Her research into Functional Medicine made her realise that conventional medicine was simply driven by Big Pharma and that she had been naïve not to question it during her medical training and career. Laura's decision to quit drinking for a month came after a party when she woke up with a hangover and thought…enough She white knuckled her way through the month and used the time that she saved (by not drinking) to read everything she could. Her belief systems around drinking had already been overturned by The Naked Mind and she realized that she couldn't go back to drinking Laura threw the book at her sobriety and like so many others who have succeeded she treated it like a job. She told her husband she wouldn't be entertaining or going anywhere for three months as she wanted to concentrate on her reading. We all learn differently so it can be helpful to reflect on our personal learning style as we approach the difficult task of giving up alcohol and learning to navigate society without it. There are 4 distinct learning styles identified by Honey & Mumford in 1986. Activist Theorist Pragmatist Reflector So we all learn how to navigate our alcohol free journey in our own way and shouldn't be comparing our progress with others… just keep trying and it will come together. Back to Laura.  What I found interesting was the fact that once she'd done all her research and reading she was absolutely ready to make a firm decision and her mantra was:- "Never Question the Decision" I think that's such a helpful strategy which will stand her in good stead if she has a craving or is under pressure from others to drinking… She approached her sobriety with the same gusto and enthusiasm that she used to approach her drinking- focusing on what she was gaining rather than losing by leading an alcohol free lifestyle. However Laura did go into full blown sugar addiction when she quit drinking and wishes that she'd had a functional health coach teach her how to transition which would have resulted in her feeling a lot better sooner. These days Laura is qualified as Functional Health Coach. She talked about the 4 pillars of health Diet/Exercise/Stress Reduction and Sleep and emphasized that a Health Coach could ease the transition into the alcohol free lifestyle and help to avoid a cross addiction. As she said we all know broadly what we should be doing to stay healthy but the value of a health coach is that she will ensure that you implement and stick to the right eating plan and exercise regime. We agreed that coaching is super valuable to keep people on track - especially for women.  Laura feels that many women tend to focus on what they haven't done rather than focusing on their achievements She said that anyone who has joined Tribe Sober should be proud of themselves,  just admitting that they may be a problem is a huge first step. Laura offers a free 20 minute call to Tribe Sober members as well as discounted sessions. You can reach out to her on what's app +230 58675482 or via email on lauragujadhur@hotmail.co.uk  More Info Subscription membership – you can join up HERE. To access our website, click HERE. If you would like a free copy of our “Annual Tracker” or our e-book 66 Days to Sobriety, please email janet@tribesober.com. If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community, just email janet@tribesober.com. Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. We'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. You can join our private Facebook group HERE. PS: How to Leave a Rating/Review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS Device) Open the Podcasts app. EASY. Choose “Search” from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (e.g. Recover Like a Mother) into the search field. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. Click Write a Review underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. You'll then have the option to rate the show on a 5-star scale and write a review (you can rate without writing too but it's always good to read your experience).  

Casey McGuire Davidson of The Hello Someday Podcast is joining me today for a must listen collab episode! If you've struggled to understand how you were tricked into Mommy Wine Culture, this episode is for you.  Casey, a long time marketing director, and I (a long time influencer) shine a glaring light on Big Alcohol's marketing schemes in this episode. We talk about how influencer marketing for alcohol works, why it's so effective, and why Big Alcohol decided to start going after women - and Casey brings the receipts!  Want to learn more about how Big Alcohol has chosen to target women? Read the facts straight from their lips here:  Net Influencer - Influencer Marketing for Alcohol Brands: https://www.netinfluencer.com/influencer-marketing-for-alcohol-brands/ Open Influencer - Alcohol & Spirits Influencer Marketing: https://openinfluence.com/alcohol-spirits-influencer-marketing/ The Drinks Business - SVB Report: https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/01/svb-report-says-older-americans-only-area-of-growth-in-wine-consumption/ Check out Casey's coaching offerings at https://hellosomedaycoaching.com/ Announcing the Sober Mom Life Cafe! For $15/month, join other sober moms inside the cafe for weekly meetings, bonus episodes, a Discord chat, a monthly book club and so much more! Learn all about it here: https://mykindofsweet.com/sober-mom-life-cafe/ We have merch!!!!  Check it out here! Click here to follow @mykindofsweet on Instagram to see my full sober life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for a captivating episode featuring Veronica Valli, a true force in the world of sobriety and psychotherapy. With an impressive track record of 23 years of sobriety and 18 years of experience as a psychotherapist, Veronica is fiercely dedicated to unraveling the deceptive web surrounding alcohol, including the "clean wine" con.  Prepare for an eye-opening conversation as we dive headfirst into the smoke and mirrors created by Big Alcohol as they attempt to infiltrate the wellness industry with their misleading claims of "healthier" alcohol. We expose some of the most egregious culprits behind these marketing scams, shining a light on Avaline, the brainchild of Cameron Diaz, which cunningly highlights its use of organic grapes and minimal additives. But that's not all – we also unveil the audacity of "Mom Water," a tantalizing fruit-infused vodka water that boasts zero carbonation, sugar, carbs, and gluten. Together, we challenge the essence of labeling alcohol as "clean," even when it originates from organic grapes and lacks sugar. We ask, “Who truly benefits?" when women succumb to these marketing tactics.  But that's not all – we explore the mental bandwidth that alcohol consumes in our lives. And we chat about how to recognise the signs when alcohol begins to occupy an excessive amount of headspace and how that keeps us living up to our full potential. Curious to learn more about Veronica? Visit Soberful.com, and don't forget to grab a copy of her book, "Soberful: Uncover A Sustainable Fulfilling Life Free of Alcohol," available on Amazon.    Connect with Meade and Christy HERE.    Learn More about Coaching with Christy  Learn More about Coaching with Meade   Connect with us on Instagram! @imnotsoberimfree @lovelifesoberwithchristy   #getconnected #staycurious #changeyourthinkingchangeyourdrinking #sobriety #alcoholfree #soberliving #alcoholfreelife #thisnakedmind  #lovelifesober #imnotsoberimfree #getconnected  #grayareadrinking #grayareadrinking #butjesusdrankwine #staycurious #changeyourthinkingchangeyourdrinking #christianandsober #christianity   The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and/or linked resources are those of the authors/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show.   

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Within a year of her first drink, Amy's relationship with alcohol took a turn for the worse. Isolation and secrecy became her companions as she found herself hiding her alcohol consumption from those around her. What once seemed like a harmless social lubricant had now entwined itself into the fabric of her life. It wasn't until Amy reached her breaking point that she made the courageous decision to embrace sobriety. It has been seven years since that pivotal moment, and she has since reclaimed her life from the clutches of addiction. Interestingly, when Amy first quit drinking, she didn't fully grasp the magnitude of the risks associated with alcohol consumption.  --------------- Follow Amy on Instagram Follow (Brad) Sober Motivation on Instagram Check out the SoberBuddy App here More info about SoberLink  Donate to support the Show

Today I'm thrilled to be talking with Suzanne Warye, influencer-turned-sobriety influencer. She hosts The Sober Mom Life Podcast and she's committed to sharing the truth about the alcohol industry. I've learned so much from her! We've been tricked and specifically targets by Big Alcohol to think we can't handle motherhood without wine. I didn't know alcohol is a class 1 carcinogen nor did I know that it's associated with all kinds of cancer, particularly breast cancer. Suzanne is loving and kind and I think this is a really important conversation.  Podcast: The Sober Mom Life IG: @mykindofsweet And: @thesobermomlife Jamie's Homepage - www.jamieglowacki.com    Oh Crap! Potty Training – https://www.amazon.com/Crap-Potty-Training-Everything-Parenting-ebook/dp/B00V3L8YSU   Oh Crap! I Have A Toddler -  https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Oh-Crap!-I-Have-a-Toddler/Jamie-Glowacki/Oh-Crap-Parenting/9781982109738   Jamie's Patreon Page: www.patreon.com/join/jamieglowacki?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm thrilled to be talking with Suzanne Warye, influencer-turned-sobriety influencer. She hosts The Sober Mom Life Podcast and she's committed to sharing the truth about the alcohol industry. I've learned so much from her! We've been tricked and specifically targets by Big Alcohol to think we can't handle motherhood without wine. I didn't know alcohol is a class 1 carcinogen nor did I know that it's associated with all kinds of cancer, particularly breast cancer. Suzanne is loving and kind and I think this is a really important conversation.  Podcast: The Sober Mom Life IG: @mykindofsweet And: @thesobermomlife Jamie's Homepage - www.jamieglowacki.com    Oh Crap! Potty Training – https://www.amazon.com/Crap-Potty-Training-Everything-Parenting-ebook/dp/B00V3L8YSU   Oh Crap! I Have A Toddler -  https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Oh-Crap!-I-Have-a-Toddler/Jamie-Glowacki/Oh-Crap-Parenting/9781982109738   Jamie's Patreon Page: www.patreon.com/join/jamieglowacki?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a solo episode to celebrate my 8th Soberversary - I'm focussing on 8 mistakes to avoid  Mistakes I made myself and larned from. In this episode:- Mistake number 1 - Waiting for Rock Bottom  TIP NUMBER ONE:  Do it now!  If you're listening to this then the chances are that you are either already alcohol free (well done you!) or you are contemplating making a change.  If you are in the contemplation phase then you should know that the average time people spend in that place is an incredible 11 years!  Alcohol dependence is like an elevator and it's only going down.  The longer you leave it the worse it will get so Do it Now! Mistake number 2 - Trying to Moderate TIP NUMBER TWO – Forget Moderation! People who can moderate just do it naturally – they wouldn't be listening to this podcast. They might have a glass of champagne at a wedding or a glass of red wine with a special meal but alcohol is not really on their radar.  I'm guessing that's probably not you (!) so redirect that energy you put into controlling an addictive drug into building an alcohol free life that you love! Mistake number 3 - Fearing failure  TIP NUMBER THREE – Progress not Perfection should be your strategy.  Drop me an email janet@tribesober.com and ask for one of our trackers and log those alcohol free days.  If you have a slip up then learn from it and get right back on track.  Remember that there is no such thing as failure, only feedback.  You've only failed if you stop trying!  Mistake number 4 - Worrying about other people TIP NUMBER FOUR - Find a new Tribe In our alcohol drenched society it can be hard to be the odd one out, especially if you are an introvert as many problem drinkers tend to be.  So for the first few months at least join a new tribe – a sober community of people just like you.  You will be blown away by the warmth, vulnerability you will find.  Read some quitlit and listen to recovery stories on podcasts as well.  Mistake number 5 - Being influenced by marketing, movies etc.. TIP NUMBER FIVE  Reflect on the limiting beliefs you hold about alcohol.  Examples of limiting beliefs are… I need alcohol to have fun, to socialise, to relax, to de-stress, to reward myself for a difficult day, to celebrate a good day…the list goes on.  Work on overturning those limiting beliefs and see alcohol for what it really is – a poison which is linked to 7 cancers and 60+ diseases.  Read Annie Grace's book This Naked Mind for more on this or come to one of our workshops. Mistake number 6 - Waiting for happiness to strike.. TIP NUMBER SIX Be aware that your brain is still recalibrating and healing as your natural dopamine receptors crank up again (they've got lazy as the wine has been doing their job for so long!)  When you quit drinking you can't just leave everything the same except for the drinking -  you'll need to reconfigure your life/routine and get new interests Recovery is about so much more than “not drinking” - that's just the start…  After guiding hundreds of our members through this journey we've noticed that it takes about 6 months to change the habit and then another 6 months to “do the work”, and learn how to thrive in sobriety.  Most importantly get a new interest/hobby to keep your happy brain chemicals triggers – go to meetup.com to see the many interests that people have…and go to udemy.com to find a course to sign up for. Mistake number 7 - Being depressed about quitting – TIP NUMBER 7 Get excited about this life changing opportunity.  You are going to look better, feel better, sleep better and be full of energy.  Just take a look at some of the testimonials on our website if you're not convinced! Realise that you'll be gaining so much more than you will lose! Realise that addiction is a gift - as Laura K says in her book title we really are the luckiest - only people who have become dependent are pushed right to the wall and forced to question who they really are and what they really want out of life Quitting is an opportunity – not a problem Mistake number 8 - Trying to do it alone TIP NUMBER 8 Find your people!  When I got sober 8 years ago AA was pretty much the only gig in town, and AA is not for everybody.  These days there are so many alternative paths to sobriety.  There is a modern recovery movement as more and more people wake up and decide to fight back against Big Alcohol.  We are the trailblazers and have decided to no longer poison our bodies and brains to contribute to the outrageous profits of the liquor industry. It does take courage and confidence to do this but we've got plenty of that… and we've decided to become rebels rather than sheep! There are sober communities on Instagram and TikTok as it becomes cool to run your back on alcohol. So go on line and explore – find your people. We'd love you to join tribesober which you can do by clicking this link You can pay your subs monthly so try us out for a while – its easy to cancel if you decide that were not your people after all! You can also join our free 5 day Sobriety Bootcamp which will give you a flavour of the support we offer… From 5-9th June  Info on website or just request to join the Sobriety Bootcamp Facebook Group More Info Subscription membership – you can join up HERE. To access our website, click HERE. If you would like a free copy of our “Annual Tracker” or our e-book 66 Days to Sobriety, please email janet@tribesober.com. If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community, just email janet@tribesober.com. to join our mailing list click HERE    Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. We'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. You can join our private Facebook group HERE. PS: How to Leave a Rating/Review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS Device) Open the Podcasts app. EASY. Choose “Search” from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (e.g. Recover Like a Mother) into the search field. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. Click Write a Review underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. You'll then have the option to rate the show on a 5-star scale and write a review (you can rate without writing too but it's always good to read your experience).    

Kim and Kezia talk about the triggers of springtime and early sobriety and how to combat the things that make one want to drink in the early days. Emerging from winter can be tough when there are lots of social gatherings, especially when one just stops drinking. They discuss how exactly they have used the tip "play the tape forward"  in the past. The ladies also talk about the pressures of social media and the subliminal impact of Big Alcohol. Let us know if you have any questions for us for future check ins on Instagram! @asoberandstrongmom @thesoberelephantchronicles --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kim-kearns/support

If you recently saw the revised drinking guidelines in Canada and gasped, you're not alone. Most Canadians are drinking more than two drinks a week, the new low-risk maximum. Ann Dowsett Johnston is an award-winning journalist and the bestselling author of Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol, a book named one of the top 10 of the year by the Washington Post. Ann is also now a psychotherapist, and Wendy's friend, mentor and writing coach.   Ann joins Wendy for a discussion about the new alcohol consumption guidelines in Canada released by the Centre on Substance Use and Addiction which replace the 2011 Low-Risk Drinking Guidelines. The new guidelines present a continuum of health risks associated with different levels of alcohol consumption, including the risks of breast and colon cancer, heart disease and stroke. Ann and Wendy discuss what now constitutes low-risk, moderate and high-risk drinking, and whether our thinking needs to change in terms of what constitutes “problematic” drinking and the way we approach this issue and support each other as women. They discuss why, almost 10 years later, as Ann so aptly stated in Drink, alcohol is still “the modern woman's steroid”, and how the overwhelm and stress of the pandemic has spiked drinking levels and continued to normalize women's drinking as a necessary tool of working motherhood. They also discuss the role of alcohol marketing (specifically at women), pricing, and availability have contributed to the normalization of drinking at risky levels and why much of this is a feminist issue. They talk about what needs to happen next, including alcohol labelling and warnings on bottles, and why Big Alcohol is so resistant to these steps. Grab a cup of tea and join Wendy and Ann for a engaging, and thought-provoking conversation! Info on Ann's Writing Your Discovery Courses and psychotherapy services: https://www.anndowsettjohnston.com/ Ann's Ted Talk: ​​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqtZjpI1oVQ

This weeks podcast guest is Meg Geisewite who has written an excellent book shining a light on some of the many Lies and False Promises that alcohol makes. She's called her book "Intoxicating Lies" and she shares her own highly relatable story while busting myths about alcohol that have shaped the limiting beliefs of many drinkers. Her book uncovers surprising insights into the alcohol industry and our society's obsession with the mommy wine culture.  In this Episode After college Meg did some modelling and as she puts it she was "the poster girl for Alcohol" – she was Miss Budweiser and the Guiness Girl to name just two of her modelling gigs Fully buying into the false messaging from Big Alcohol that we need alcohol to have fun As she got married and had children she found herself sucked into the mommyjuice culture – seeing it as an essential parenting aid. The turning point for Meg came when as she puts it “My alcohol use was no longer recreational, it was medicinal” This is a red flag of dependence for so many of us If you'd like our free PDF called “30 signs you need to take a break from alcohol” then just email me – janet@tribesober.com For Meg the shift from pleasure to medicinal came as she went through a particularly stressful time in her life She felt “dutiful yet dead”, people pleasing and taking care of everybody's needs but her own. At this time she was seeing wine as a reward when she could finally grab some “me” time Of course she now knows that this perceived “reward” was just adding to her stress and anxiety and as the external stressors reduced she found herself with a nightly wine habit She plucked up the courage to tell her therapist that she was worried about her drinking – only to be told that she was simply thinking about it too much That ill judged advice resulted in Meg drinking for 2 more years We agreed that whatever your therapist/doctor/friend says to you about your drinking if it's on your mind then reach out for some help and advice Go to tribesober.com and hit join our tribe to join a sobriety community who can enable you to change your relationship with alcohol We agreed that the stigma needs to be lifted from women and their drinking and we need to talk about it more openly Of course that's what Meg is trying to achieve with her book and what I am trying to achieve with this podcast Society likes to put people in boxes and pushes the false belief that if we are not homeless alcoholics then we are fine In fact we are likely to be somewhere on the Alcohol Use Disorder spectrum which is vast Rather than compare ourselves with down and out alcoholics we should be comparing ourselves with the best version of ourselves we could be Meg's moment of truth came when she found herself resenting her kids staying late at school to do sport as it was interfering with her wine drinking time She realised that she was no longer in control and this scared her That's when she joined Sober Sis – thinking that the 21 day reset would enable her to drink moderately She just wanted some tools to help her to drink ‘normally” Of course “normal drinking” is yet another intoxicating lie – once we've crossed the line into dependence we need to quit drinking completely and stop hankering after moderation Moderate drinkers just moderate, they don't have to join a reset program! We agreed that in fact Sober Sis 21 day reset program appeals to a lot of people who are dependent but believe that they can moderate The important thing is to bring these people into the conversation and that's what we do with our 5 day Bootcamps – just go join our free Facebook Group called Sobriety Bootcamp and you'll be ready to participate in the next one For Meg the veil of lies about alcohol began to lift as she read This Naked Mind by Annie Grace She felt great at the end of her 21 day challenge and decided to stay curious and continued on a 90 day challenge That's the way to do it – step by step – we avoid the F word at Tribe Sober – the thought of giving up alcohol Forever is just too daunting at first – so go for 30 days, then 100, then 6 months and then a year. After an alcohol free year it's highly unlikely you'll want to start drinking again – unless you are still harbouring a false belief that alcohol can add something to your life We talked about the importance of mindset and Meg told us that 6 of the ladies in her sober community were going on a trip to Paris – although they had 6 months of sobriety they still felt that alcohol would enhance the experience – as she says they are stuck in the “deprivation” mindset which means they are still relying on will power to stay sober. After 100 sober days Meg began to get glimpses of just how awesome an alcohol free life could be and kept asking herself “what if I kept going?” – it's so important to stay curious She did and now she is three years alcohol free We agreed on the importance of being in a sober community as we progress further in our journey – Meg talks about the “drinking amnesia” (also known as Fading Affect Bias) that struck her 15 months into sobriety We need our community to remind us that its only FAB We need our community so that we realise we are not alone in this We need our community so that we can ditch the shame We talked about Sober Firsts and how tricky they can be – Meg had to call on her community when she was at a dinner in early sobriety and challenged for being boring A community will give you LIVE advice – we get people on our groups saying – "Help! - how can I cope with this situation?" and we are always there to talk people down So if you're looking for a sober community then go to tribesober.com, hit join our tribe and read about the support we offer Meg devoted her Year One of sobriety to educating herself about the science and as she moved into Year Two it was more about the "heart work" within her sober community She describes heartwork of returning to love yourself, finding self compassion and shedding the shame Meg found herself wondering why we aren't warned against the dangers of alcohol In fact alcohol was registered as a number one carcinogen by the WHO back in 1988 but that information is rarely highlighted in the public domain Have a listen to my podcast interview with Professor Stockwell called The Deadliest Secret we all must share – highlighting the link between alcohol and 7 different types of cancer It's rather ironic that it's left to QuitLit authors and podcasters to draw attention to the dangers of alcohol – but perhaps the message is more powerful coming from people who have struggled with dependence So please buy Meg's book and share this podcast to help us get the message out there to some of the many people who need to hear it Megs book is called Intoxicating Lies and is available on Amazon Her website is called intoxicatinglies.com More Info Subscription membership – you can join up HERE. To access our website, click HERE. If you would like a free copy of our “Annual Tracker” or our e-book 66 Days to Sobriety, please email janet@tribesober.com. If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community, just email janet@tribesober.com.   Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today Read more about our program and subscribe HERE   Help us to Spread the Word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast, then please leave us a 5-star review on Apple podcasts. Take a screenshot of your review, and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page – see PS below for instructions. We'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. 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Episode 411 – The Grateful Alcoholic   Today we have Lisa who is 65 from Atlanta, GA took her last drink on 11/17/2022.   Whether you are on day 1 or day 1000, there is still time to join REStore. The next class is tonight at 8:30pm EST   There are still spots open for our next sober travel trip to Costa Rica from April 12th-21st for more information click the link Costa Rica 2023   Highlights from Paul:   Paul didn't understand a fellow AA member's references to being a “grateful alcoholic”.  Only after getting to know Jim, did he understand what they meant. It took a few years for Paul to get to that point to be grateful for his addiction.    He reflects that our addictions are signposts trying to guide us to a more authentic life and that there are no such things as failures. They are learning opportunities and we should never give up.  We should trust the process of healing from the addictions, and we can all become grateful for the role that alcohol has played in our lives.   Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/elevator - 10% off your first month. #sponsored   [00:00] Paul introduces Lisa   Her last drink was November 17, 2022 - a little over three weeks from the time of this recording.  She says it feels wonderful, relieving, liberating, comforting, all positive things.   Lisa is 65 and lives in Atlanta area with her husband of 36 years. They have two grown children and remain close to them. She enjoys reading, travelling, exercise, nature and family time.   Lisa's drinking started out on the weekends in high school.  She drank throughout adulthood and always knew she drank abnormally. She discovered she had her first blackout and fell when she was nearly 50.  That scared her into getting sober with AA but she feels she never did the work or found a good sponsor.  After one year, she thought she could handle drinking again.   Over the last two or three years she has known she needed to stop again. She was starting to notice the health consequences and began finding resources including The Huberman Lab podcast episode about alcohol, and This Naked Mind. Journalling about her drinking past has helped her recognize some of what drove her to addiction.  She became aware that her drinking ramped up after she retired in 2015 as she felt a loss of identity. She has recently become a caretaker for her mother who has been in recovery since Lisa was 15, but they have never been close. She thinks she used alcohol for stress and anxiety relief over that and the loneliness she found in retirement.  Now that she knows that it is her brain reacting to the disease which she finds helpful to her recovery. She embraces that she must do things differently this time and get comfortable with being uncomfortable. She has joined several recovery communities and asked to be on the podcast. She has not shared her journey with her immediate family but plans to do so very soon.   In recovery, Lisa says that routine is vital to her success.  She exercises daily while listening to podcasts. She enjoys volunteering to stay busy.  Her faith is very important to her and she finds prayer and journalling helpful.   One thing she has learned in sobriety – she can find the courage to do hard things and is stronger than she realized Parting piece of guidance – you can control your thoughts, just focus on what you are gaining, not what you are losing.   [00:00] Closing thoughts from Paul:   Paul encourages us to stop labeling things as a problem.  We need challenges to appreciate rewards.  He compares this to alcohol as being the invitation to step into a rebirth and make great changes in our lives for the better. He has yet to meet someone that regretted quitting drinking. Paul also revisits his thoughts on Big Alcohol and his view on legalization of drugs and alcohol.    Connect with Cafe RE - Use the promo code OPPORTUNITY to waive the set-up fee. Recovery Elevator YouTube - Subscribe here! Sobriety Tracker iTunes    I love you guys. We took the elevator down; we've got to take the stairs back up. We can do this.

Episode 409 – The Cost of Inauthenticity   Today we have Jeremiah, he's 35 from Denver, CO and took his last drink on April 27, 2022.   NYE Sober Prom in San Diego on December 31st.  We have Athletic Brewing, Sip Clean, Sound Soda and Crumbl Cookies sponsoring this event, open to Café RE members only.   Registration for REStore is now open!  https://www.recoveryelevator.com/restore/   Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE20   Highlights from Paul:   Being inauthentic creates a lot of pain which many of us have tried to address it by using alcohol.  We often choose survival over authenticity by putting our basic needs over expressing or being ourselves.  Sometimes we have to be inauthentic to fit in.   Dr. Gabor Mate's book “The Myth of Normal” says “the perceived need to be what the world demands becomes entangled with our sense of who we are and how to seek love. Inauthenticity is thereafter misidentified with survival because the two were synonymous during the formative years.”   It has been studied that being inauthentic can lead to physical disease.  And Dr. Sarno has concluded that back pain is not structural but represents repressed emotions, mostly rage.   How can we be authentic?  It is a practice and a balance. There are two sides to the coin:  saying no to BS and doing more of what you enjoy.  Paul challenges us to ask ourselves where we are not being authentic?  What BS are we putting up with?   Better Help:  www.betterhelp.com/elevator - 10% off your first month. #sponsored   [9:28]  Paul introduces Jeremiah:   Jeremiah took his last drink on April 27, 2022.  He grew up in Wisconsin but currently lives in Denver, CO.  He's 35, single and has two dogs and loves all varieties of outdoor sports.   Jeremiah didn't drink in high school but started drinking when he went to college.  He was able to do well in school and work and went out a few nights a week drinking like a “normal” college student.  After graduating he moved out of state, got married and says his drinking was drastically reduced. Even throughout other life changes including a divorce his drinking wasn't out of control.  After getting a DUI he was ordered to take classes that he didn't feel that he needed and was able to quit drinking for over a year with relative ease.   He initially saw the pandemic as an opportunity to focus on healthy and productive endeavors. He soon started to feel very isolated, and depression and anxiety started to set in.  His doctor put him on an antidepressant and Xanax which he started to abuse and mixing with alcohol.  He attended an IOP for Xanax with no intention of quitting drinking initially.  After a big relapse he realized he was no longer in control of his drinking and decided to go to inpatient rehab.   He wishes he had gone into rehab sooner where he finally felt relief and realized that he needed to make some changes. He made the decision to quit his job and moved back to Denver where he took some time off and started doing things that he used to enjoy.  He feels that his hobbies are just as important to his recovery as the community that he has found in AA and Café RE. He has found that through his hobbies and mindfulness he is better at living in the moment.  He looks forward to the future and plans to do more hiking, travelling and hopefully one day have a family.   [48:25] Paul's summary:   Gen Z and many others are waking up to the fact that alcohol is shit.  Just like Big Tobacco had their moment with catchy icons helping us believe that smoking was cool and good for us until people started dying, Big Alcohol has also spun a similar story – that it is good for our health and social life. But we are waking up and just like domestic tobacco sales went to shit, I imagine the same is already in motion for Big Alcohol.   Resources Connect with Cafe RE - Use the promo code OPPORTUNITY to waive the set-up fee. Recovery Elevator YouTube - Subscribe here! Sobriety Tracker iTunes    Recovery Elevator This isn't a “no” to alcohol, but a “yes” to a better life. I love you guys.

Episode 407 – A Message to Big Alcohol   Today we have Jeff, 48, from Joplin Missouri with 13 days of sobriety at time of recording   Registration for Restore opens December 1. https://www.recoveryelevator.com/restore/   Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE20   Highlights from Paul   For the first time in this podcast, Paul speaks to Big Alcohol. Why now? We have a limited time together on each episode he has felt that discussing how to live a better life without the stuff is better use of our time.   He addresses the fact that Big Alcohol's greatest customers are the alcoholic/problem drinkers and not the “normal” drinker that has one or two beers and the rest sits in the fridge for months.  They are also responsible for perpetuating the myth that alcohol consumption is good for you.  Spoiler alert:  it's not.  The Huberman Lab Podcast has an episode that dives deep into the effects alcohol has on the brain/body. (https://hubermanlab.com/what-alcohol-does-to-your-body-brain-health)   The amount of trash that can be found on the sides of the road is about a 10/1 ratio alcohol related vs. non-alcohol related.  Paul asks if Big Alcohol is ok with the remnants of their product being strewn all over the planet via human wreckage and excessive trash.   Paul clarifies that his goal is to not fight with Big Alcohol. His battle with alcohol and alcoholism made him who he is today, and he appreciates that. But maybe they would be willing to share just a half of a percentage point of their marketing budget to help us clean up the mess their product has created both on humans and on our planet. We'd be interested to collaborate on our next service project.  You can reach us at info@recoveryelevator.com   Better Help:  www.betterhelp.com/elevator - 10% off your first month. #sponsored   [10:59] Jeff lives in Joplin, MO currently, but grew up in NC.  He has a wife and three children aged 6, 4 and 8 months.  He recently started his own business and enjoys golf, reading, creative writing and poetry, and writing and playing music.   Jeff took his first drink with a friend at home when he was 17.  He remembers the occasional drink at a party in high school but didn't really start drinking until he turned 21.  Through his 20's drinking was part of life.  He was able to cut back or quit drinking whenever he felt it was getting to be too much.    Jeff says he didn't have a true rock bottom moment but after an incident that found him ramping up his drinking, he chose to seek some counseling for PTSD.  He started to realize that the way he had been drinking and handling life was becoming unsustainable.  He wants to be present for his family and didn't feel that he was able to enjoy life while drinking.   Jeff found himself going to his first AA meeting in many years 13 days ago, has found a sponsor and attends meetings daily.  He has been staying busy with home projects and acts of service and feels that working with his hands relieves stress and helps him avoid getting lost in negative thought patterns.    Jeff doesn't have a long-term goal in sobriety, he is just taking it day by day.  Right now, he just wants to be sober and process his emotions without alcohol and enjoy his family and the life he has built.   [47:57] Paul's Summary   Socrates said the secret to change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new.  Mother Teresa said she would not participate in wars on hunger or on terrorism because there is an equal amount of disproportionate energy on the other side.  Much like we have seen with the war on drugs: trillions of dollars wasted to learn that you cannot punish addiction out of people.  If someone from Big Alcohol is listening, please don't feel attacked, we want to work together in cleaning up the planet.   Resources Connect with Cafe RE - Use the promo code OPPORTUNITY to waive the set-up fee. Recovery Elevator YouTube - Subscribe here! Sobriety Tracker iTunes    Recovery Elevator This isn't a no to alcohol, but a yes to a better life. I love you guys  

A secret fellowship has been anonymously tackling the crippling effects of Big Pharma and Big Alcohol for the last 85+ years. Clark sits down with "Dave", an anonymous member of this society, to learn more about it and how, surprisingly, anyone can join it. In this episode: • The steps that define this fellowship • Addiction and its spiritual treatment • The promises of recovery • The worldwide reach of this organization • How to help someone with an addiction --- Chapters: 0:00 Start 0:45 The 12 Steps: their purpose 3:52 Is addiction physical or mental? 6:20 Are addicts prone to ALL addictions? 8:43 The 12 Steps: what are they? 10:37 The spiritual aspect of the 12 steps 14:57 How long does it take to do the 12 steps? 18:20 The "benefits" of addiction (post-addiction) 19:38 The promises of recovery 23:16 Faith's relationship with recovery 28:05 How recovery affects parenting style 31:39 The traditions of the 12 Steps & its marketing 38:33 Addicts are stubborn & the solution 39:51 The worldwide reach of this organization 41:44 Arguments against this fellowship 48:48 What makes a good sponsor/mentor? 53:08 How to help someone with an addiction 1:00:51 Dave's final words: "God will show up for you" --- The Simpleton Podcast is also on Rumble and Odysee! You can watch the latest episodes of The Simpleton Podcast by going to: Rumble: rumble.com/user/asimplehouseU Odysee: odysee.com/@asimplehouseU You can also find the video version of this episode on YouTube. Just search "The Simpleton Podcast", or go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVV-JOspuvA --- Like, subscribe, share the podcast, and most of all, send us your feedback! We want to hear from you about what you loved, what you didn't, where you want to see the podcast go, and any other thoughts you have. Send us an email at asimplehouse@gmail.com with the subject line "The Simpleton Podcast Feedback". A Simple House is a Catholic ministry that serves project and Section 8 neighborhoods in southeast Washington, DC and Kansas City, MO. Our Catholic missionary work involves meeting people in their neighborhoods and in their homes. Missionaries strive to meet the material and spiritual needs of the poor. While missionaries serve at A Simple House, they live a simple religious life. Each missionary attends daily Mass, says morning and evening prayer from the Catholic Church's Liturgy of the Hours, and makes time for personal prayer and scripture study. To learn more about A Simple House and The Simpleton Podcast, visit asimplehouse.org. You can also follow us on these platforms: YouTube - A Simple House: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6LYNoV7AFGhKP4LR0Qqgnw YouTube - A Simple House U (home of The Simpleton Podcast): https://youtube.com/asimplehouseu_2022 Facebook: @asimplehouse Instagram: @asimplehouse.catholic

Boris Jordan is a fascinating figure. An American of White Russian ancestry, he played a pivotal role in Russia's roller coaster economic transformation during the 1990s. Today he is best known as the founder, executive chairman and principal shareholder of Curaleaf, which is in many respects the world's largest cannabis company. We started off by talking about the politics of marijuana reform in Congress but then focused on the future of the cannabis industry. What role will Big Tobacco, Big Pharma, Big Alcohol and the other big consumer good companies eventually play? Which countries, not just in Europe but also in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, are most likely to legalize cannabis in coming years? Why does he think cannabis beverages will account for half of the cannabis market within ten years? What does he think about the future of legal psychedelics? And how and why did he get involved in this industry in the first place?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we have on James Wilt, author of, “Drinking Up the Revolution: How to Smash Big Alcohol and Reclaim Working-Class Joy.” James is a writer and PhD candidate based in Winnipeg, Canada. James discusses how working class people form their relationship with drugs and alcohol when these are commodified by big business interests as well as the way in which enforcement of norms surrounding drugs and alcohol are often racialized.

Why the alcohol industry can't afford to let us kick our drinking problem

In this week's episode we talk about the haunted Bradley Lock & Key. Located in downtown Savannah, this staple of the historic district has been serving the area since 1883, and is one of the oldest locksmith shops in the country. But like everything else in Savannah, this one has its share of paranormal activity as well. We also explore Bradley family's tie to the I-95 killer, a serial killer who terrorized the east coast in the mid 90s. On What We're Watching, we review the 2022 Action/Drama film, “Top Gun: Maverick.” And on Layla and Coffee talk, we find out how much a green thumb, err, paw they have. Find us on the web: www.scarysavannahandbeyond.com We now have exclusive content on our Patreon page! This includes audio and video episodes! Please go check it out at: www.patreon.com/scarysavannah Give us a call and leave a voicemail about a story idea, a message for the podcast, or if you in fact are affiliated with Big Alcohol (we'll play it on the show!) ph. 912-406-2899 Get some goods at our awesome merch store! https://scarysavannah.square.site Visit us on social media: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/scarysavannah Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scarysavannah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarysavannah YouTube: Scary Savannah and Beyond - YouTube Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scarysavannah LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/scarysavannahandbeyond You can follow the show creators on Twitter as well! Brett: https://www.twitter.com/brettlay Crystal: https://www.twitter.com/aquablonde27

When country woman Shanna Whan hit rock bottom in 2014 after a lifelong battle with alcohol addiction, she began a grassroots movement to tackle how we talk about booze in the bush

In this week's episode we talk about the true crime story involving an heir of the Golden Brewing company (also known as Coors). On February 9, 1960, while on his way to work, he was assaulted and murdered in an attempted kidnapping plot for ransom. We also discuss some of the paranormal side of the Coors family as well. On What We're Watching, we review the 1986 Action/Drama film, “Top Gun.” And on Layla and Coffee talk, we find out some interesting info on another DNA test Find us on the web: www.scarysavannahandbeyond.com We now have exclusive content on our Patreon page! This includes audio and video episodes! Please go check it out at: www.patreon.com/scarysavannah Give us a call and leave a voicemail about a story idea, a message for the podcast, or if you in fact are affiliated with Big Alcohol (we'll play it on the show!) ph. 912-406-2899 To learn more about our sponsor and to get get your free trial, visit: www.athleticgreens.com/EMERGING Get some goods at our awesome merch store! https://scarysavannah.square.site Visit us on social media: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/scarysavannah Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scarysavannah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarysavannah YouTube: Scary Savannah and Beyond - YouTube Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scarysavannah LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/scarysavannahandbeyond You can follow the show creators on Twitter as well! Brett: https://www.twitter.com/brettlay Crystal: https://www.twitter.com/aquablonde27

In this week's episode we talk about the spirits of Savannah - the kind that you drink! We discuss Prohibition and its effects on Savannah, Georgia. We also visit the nation's only Prohibition Museum - located right in the heart of Savannah! On What We're Watching, we review the 1996 Horror/Action film, “From Dusk Till Dawn.” And on Layla and Coffee talk, we find out more about their toys Find us on the web: www.scarysavannahandbeyond.com We now have exclusive content on our Patreon page! This includes audio and video episodes! Please go check it out at: www.patreon.com/scarysavannah Give us a call and leave a voicemail about a story idea, a message for the podcast, or if you in fact are affiliated with Big Alcohol (we'll play it on the show!) ph. 912-406-2899 Get some goods at our awesome merch store! https://scarysavannah.square.site Visit us on social media: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/scarysavannah Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scarysavannah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarysavannah YouTube: Scary Savannah and Beyond - YouTube Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scarysavannah LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/scarysavannahandbeyond You can follow the show creators on Twitter as well! Brett: https://www.twitter.com/brettlay Crystal: https://www.twitter.com/aquablonde27

One upside of sobriety we did not expect was the validation of knowing our money no longer supports an industry that actively harms its customers and lies about the addictive nature of its product. In this episode, we uncover some of the gory details of how Big Alcohol functions, who it targets, and how it has fueled one of the most insidious myths about drinking and people with substance use disorder. We also take inspiration from author Craig Beck for our BIG SOBER ENERGY tip and Erin leads us in a delicious spinal stretch. Related Links https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/altm.pdf (Alcohol Lied to Me) by Craig Beck https://www.quitlikeawoman.com/ (Quit Like a Woman) by Holly Whitaker https://www.hangoverliberationsociety.com/appointment-bookingrxgk8pn2 (Book a Free Visioning Session) with Adrienne or Erin https://revarecovery.com/ (revarecovery.com) https://www.facebook.com/groups/revarecovery (REVA Holistic Recovery) private Facebook group

One upside of sobriety we did not expect was the validation of knowing our money no longer supports an industry that actively harms its customers and lies about the addictive nature of its product. In this episode, we uncover some of the gory details of how Big Alcohol functions, who it targets, and how it has fueled one of the most insidious myths about drinking and people with substance use disorder. We also take inspiration from author Craig Beck for our BIG SOBER ENERGY tip and Erin leads us in a delicious spinal stretch. Related Links https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/altm.pdf (Alcohol Lied to Me) by Craig Beck https://www.quitlikeawoman.com/ (Quit Like a Woman) by Holly Whitaker https://www.hangoverliberationsociety.com/appointment-bookingrxgk8pn2 (Book a Free Visioning Session) with Adrienne or Erin https://revarecovery.com/ (revarecovery.com) https://www.facebook.com/groups/revarecovery (REVA Holistic Recovery) private Facebook group

Kim and Catherine welcome guest Amy C. Willis. She is a sobriety mindset coach from Toronto, Canada. We discuss how Big Alcohol impacts us on a daily basis. We talk about normative alcohol culture, the mommy wine lifestyle and how to apply a more mindful approach to our everyday lives. Amy's article on Normative Alcohol Culture https://www.holandwell.com/post/normative-alcohol-culture The 5 Step Guide to Kickstart Your Sobriety Workbook https://www.holandwell.com/5-steps-to-sobriety Amy's Elephant Journal article on Mommy Wine Culture https://www.elephantjournal.com/2021/11/mommy-wine-culture-the-silent-killer-on-the-rise-amy-c-willis/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kim-kearns/support

Tribe Sober - inspiring an alcohol-free life! Welcome to our third "Sober Short" - an interim mini podcast to supplement the weekly Tribe Sober podcast. I'm going to kick off this series by taking you through our Tribe Sober Toolkit – this toolkit is just one of the things that we share with you during our regular Zoom workshops – click here for more info. Our workshops have been a gamechanger for many people so if you want to kickstart your sober journey then sign up today In this episode During the first two Sober Shorts we looked at Tools number one and two in our toolbox Tool one was CONNECTION “Connection is the Opposite of Addiction” and if you're serious about getting sober then you need to connect with others on the same path – and also to connect to yourself On episode 69 of the Tribe Sober podcast you can hear our Yoga Teacher Tamsin explaining how yoga can enable us to reconnect with our bodies in recovery – Tribe members have access to a daily yoga class with Tamsin which is a wonderful start to the day. Tool number 2 was “Get Moving” We all know is that exercise is “good for us” and many many people exercise daily but they also drink on a daily basis – sometimes excessively – ditch the drink and keep exercising and you will be amazed at how much fitter you get So today we are going to look at Tool number 3 BUILD YOUR EMOTIONAL STRENGTH Our emotional maturity stalls when we start drinking heavily – so I must have been 18 for a long time! If we've been numbing our feelings for years we haven't learned how to deal with the difficult times It's a bit of a cliché to say that difficult times are “character building” but they are…they build resilience Our wonderful coach Lynette always tells us that we must “get comfortable with being uncomfortable” and I think that is so true It's really hard to do that at first but (to quote Lynette again) – “what's wrong with hard?” We have to learn to sit with our feelings – not try to chase them away with alcohol – alcohol is the “easy button” When I was drinking and I felt miserable I would pour myself a glass of bubbly to “perk myself” up – it worked but I usually overdid it and felt even worse the next day! Now that I am sober, life is not all sunshine and roses BUT if I feel miserable I will just take a breath and remind myself that yes today is not great but by tomorrow (or certainly the day after) I am going to feel fine again. We need to accept that we were not put on earth to be happy 24/7 whatever our Instagram feed says – the human experience is to deal with the ups and the downs and learn from them if possible. To quote the Victor Frankl – “we are not put on earth to seek pleasure (in spite of what Freud teaches) or to seek power (in spite of Adlers teaching) – we are put on earth to find meaning and purpose in our lives” And it's our pain that will lead us to our purpose – I was in a lot of pain during my struggles with alcohol, but I eventually reached out for help which not only led me out of my own addiction but enabled me to find my purpose and help others to change their relationship with alcohol. So instead of numbing out we need to learn to reconnect with ourselves and this is where yoga can play a role – listen to episode 69 with our TS yoga teacher We need to learn to be Warriors Glennon Doyle has a brilliant Super Soul podcast – called “First the Pain, then the Rising” She talks about how alcohol becomes the “Easy Button” which we use to bypass pain – but in fact pain is our greatest teacher and we should embrace it and welcome its power Emotional pain will build resilience which will enable us to cope with future challenges The pain may be big but our courage is bigger The journey of the sober warrior is to stop hiding from the pain– instead you need to march straight into the pain You need your pain “Life is full of pain and anyone who says otherwise is trying to sell you something” Heartbreak is the greatest teacher of all -don't use the easy button top to avoid it – use it as your professor to guide you towards others – and there you will find your purpose – there you find your tribe -nothing bonds people so greatly as having been through the same struggle – that is the magic of the recovery movement Our collective pain is becoming our collective power as we learn to thrive in our alcohol free lives and call out Big Alcohol and its marketing… Pain will connect us to our purpose – and our tribe Thinking of Tribe Sober for a moment – many of our members have been brought very low with their struggles with alcohol – when they finally reached out to us and stopped drinking they were certainly in pain – but by connecting with others in the same situation they were able to learn how to use that pain to grow – and to discover their purpose FIRST OUR PAIN – THEN OUR RISING Quote from Glennon Doyle  “the willingness to dwell in our discomfort and truly listen is how we turn our pain into power” So that's the Sober Short for today – Our Third Tool from our Sober Toolbox – Build your emotional strength If YOU've got a favourite tip that you'd like me to share on Sober Shorts then just email it to me janet@tribesober.com  And don't forget to check out our weekly podcast – its full of recovery stories and expert advice– its called Tribe Sober and it comes out every Saturday morning. More info Join Tribe Sober and learn how to quit drinking and go on to thrive in your alcohol free life  - you can join up HERE To access our website click HERE If you would like a free copy of our "Annual Tracker" or our e-book "66 Days to Sobriety" please email janet@tribesober.com If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community just email janet@tribesober.com Episode Sponsor           This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today           Read more about our 7-step program and subscribe HERE           Book a Chat with Sue to find out if our membership would help you - email her on membership@tribesober.com            Help us to spread the word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave us a 5 star review on Apple podcasts, take a screenshot of your review and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page - see PS for instructions - we'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning and a Sober Short on Wednesdays You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram  You can catch our FB live on Saturday mornings (11am SAST) and you can join our private Facebook group HERE Thank you for listening!  Till Next Week Janet x   PS   How to leave an rating/review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS device) 1. Open the Podcasts app. EASY. 2. Choose "Search" from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (i.e., "Tribe Sober") into the search field. 3. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). 4. Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. 5. Click "Write a Review" underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. 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In this episode, Katy and Kaylee talk about Big Alcohol, the billion-dollar industry that keeps us sick & playing small.  We go wayyyy back to when alcohol was first introduced into our lives by means of advertising, media and free swag. Kaylee recalls exposure at a young age, and lived with a parent in the industry...and all Katy can remember is Mountain Dew and Crown Royal bags. 

Tribe Sober - inspiring an alcohol-free life! When I was contemplating sobriety I read a couple of books that really resonated with me – one was Caroline Knapp: Drinking a Love Story and the other one was Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol  That book was published back in 2013 and it was a book that predicted the huge rise in risky drinking for women – a prediction that sadly has come true. In her book Ann skilfully combines in-depth research with her own moving story of alcohol abuse. She highlights the positive fact that women have closed the gender gap in their professional and educational lives BUT they have also achieved equality with men by drinking at unhealthy levels. Unfortunately our bodies are not equal to a man's body when it comes to metabolising alcohol – we get dependent quicker and it damages our health to a higher degree. Ann explains how the alcohol industry had been ruthlessly targeting women for the last two decades – and how successful they have been In this episode Anns drinking became problematic as she hit menopause – her son was going off to college and she had empty nest syndrome. She became depressed but didn't want anti depressants (as her mom had fallen prey to the combination of cocktails and Valium) so she started to rely on wine to “take the edge off” In her 50's Ann became so worried about her drinking that she took herself off to rehab. However it didn't work.  Leaving rehab she had no idea how to navigate normal life and we agreed that this is a “missing piece” in some rehabs. She found herself sneaking drinks for 3 months and then began to feel suicidal – her ex husband suggested a meeting which was the beginning of her recovery For Ann her recovery meant she had to unpick her life and rebuild it so that it didn't involve alcohol – this took years and year one was particularly hard. This got me reflecting on our Tribe Sober community. We sometimes get people saying "I haven't had a drink for 2 weeks – why do I still feel rubbish?!" When we embark on this life changing journey I think we have to be patient and play the long game –  listen to Tribe Sober podcast number 61 and you will hear Dr Dawn explain that for every year that we drank we should allow a month of recovery. What I've observed after helping hundreds of people to get sober is that it takes a year for sobriety to stick – 6 months of focusing on changing your behaviour so that you no longer drink, followed by 6 months of reconfiguring your life so that you can create a life you don't want to escape from. As we always say you have to “throw the book at it” and give it your all – you heard Ann say that this journey is not for the faint hearted but the rewards are huge and the rest of your life will be healthier and happier – you know you're worth it (as the hair colour ad used to say!) We talked about my decade of moderation and Anne reminded me that in Caroline Knapps book she says that the average period of “negotiation” we do is about 12 years. There has been a more recent study by the Tempest that says that it usually takes someone about 11 years between recognising that they have a problem with alcohol and reaching out for help This is where the power of community comes in – if I had been in a sober community when I was trying (and failing) to moderate my drinking, they would have told me to stop wasting my time trying to control and addictive substance.  Of course now I know that once we have crossed a line with our drinking there is no going back – we just have to ditch the stuff and learn how to thrive in our alcohol free lives. So if you are in that period of “negotiation”, setting rules, trying to moderate don't waste 11 years of your life – go to tribesober.com and join our community today. We agreed that the liquor industry has hijacked the feminist movement convincing us we need mommyjuice to parent and wine for self care. Anne highlighted these facts in her book 8 years ago and she feels that things have got even worse since then. Women have to get smart and as Ann put it “democratically we are equal but metabolically and hormonally we are not equal to men” Ann is part of the Hola Sober team with the wonderful Susan Christina (you can listen to Susan Christina on Tribe Sober podcast episode 67). Ann is excited about the way the modern recovery movement is evolving and how there are so many different ways to get sober these days. We talked about the fact that sobriety will give us so much more than it takes away – if you are having a wobble in your sobriety then do the exercise that Ann's son made her do – a list of gains and losses. She talks movingly about this on her fabulous TED talk – I'll put the link in the show notes. Ann loves writing and runs an 8 week online recovery writing course which will help you to write your memoir and then get published – check it out on her website which is https://www.anndowsettjohnston.com/ I'll put the link in the shownotes I loved her story about carrying Caroline Knapps Drinking a Love Story book in her brief case when she was contemplating getting sober – that's what inspired her to write Drink so make sure you get a copy of that on Amazon and carry it in your bag – whether to inpire you or to keep you on track! It's still January as we record this so if you are ready to dip your toe in the waters of sobriety and test your dependence then please check out our January Challenge on tribesober.com – for a small donation to a good cause you will get online and community support for an alcohol free month And if its not January then just go to tribesober.com and hit “join our tribe” – as a new member we'll chat to you about your needs and design you a tailor made sobriety journey that will change your life!  SIGN UP FOR THE JANUARY CHALLENGE HERE If you are listening to this and it's not January don't worry - we've got you covered - all you need to do is to go to our tribesober.com and hit Join Our Tribe and we'll put you on our 30 day starter challenge for new members. More info Subscription membership for Tribe Sober join up HERE To access our website click HERE If you would like a free copy of our "Annual Tracker" or our e-book "66 Days to Sobriety" please email janet@tribesober.com If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community just email janet@tribesober.com Episode Sponsor           This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then sign up today           Read more about our 7-step program and subscribe HERE           Book a Discovery Call with me to find out if our membership would help you            Help us to spread the word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave us a 5 star review on Apple podcasts, take a screenshot of your review and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page - see PS for instructions - we'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram  You can catch our FB live on Saturday mornings (11am SAST) and you can join our private Facebook group HERE Thank you for listening!  Till Next Week Janet x   PS   How to leave an rating/review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS device) 1. Open the Podcasts app. EASY. 2. Choose "Search" from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (i.e., "Recover Like A Mother") into the search field. 3. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). 4. Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. 5. Click "Write a Review" underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. 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Step into the game with the MA girls to uncover the unethical business practices of Big Alcohol with Maik Duennbier. Maik is the Director of Strategy and Advocacy at Movendi International, the largest global social movement for development for alcohol prevention and aims to reveal the unethical business methods of the alcohol industry. Maik exposes the dark side of the industry, including the manipulative marketing strategies, conflicts of interest, shady lobbying, common misconceptions, and the detriment inflicted upon society and culture as a whole. Some topics discussed include:Big Alcohol, living alcohol free, Movendi International, misconceptions about alcohol, alcohol norms, the alcohol industry, unethical alcohol marketing, social anxiety, erosion of self-esteem, link to cancer and other health issues, impact on low-income individuals and communities, glyphosate, Bayer, Monsanto, drinking in moderation, marketing to children, impact of alcohol marketing in sports community, alcohol and college, health and mental health consequences, psychological manipulation, low risk consumption amounts, futility of counting drinks, alcohol prevention, alcohol lobbying, conflicts of interest, finding solutions, and so much more. Maik's blog posts that we discussed in the episodes:The one about glyphosate in German beer:https://movendi.ngo/blog/2016/02/25/german-beers-contaminated-with-pesticides/Understanding Big Alcohol's conflict of interest and that the biggest part of their profits comes from heavy alcohol users: https://movendi.ngo/blog/2020/02/22/4-clues-to-explain-big-alcohols-fundamental-conflict-of-interest/How much the alcohol industry spends on advertising and how important it is for them: https://movendi.ngo/blog/2021/10/22/three-ways-alcohol-marketing-causes-harm-and-one-effective-solution/You can find Maik:Alcohol Issues Podcast click HEREWebsite: https://movendi.ngoCHECK OUT OUR MERCH AND WEBSITE HEREThank you stepping into the game with us!To Connect with Us on Instagram click HERETo Connect with Us on Twitter click HERETo Connect with VLOW click HERETo Connect with Nicole click HERELINKTREESPOTIFY PLAYLISTThis episode is brought to you by Primal Alchemy - USE CODE "MATRIX10" FOR 10% OFF

Tribe Sober - inspiring an alcohol-free life! My guest this week is from Canada! Currently we have the grand total of 4 Canadian members in our tribe and we would love to welcome some more! Sarah Kate agrees with me that we need to “get smart” and see through the constant pressure from Big Alcohol to consume their product – the wine industry has particularly targeted women, trying to convince us that “mommy needs wine” etc etc Well here is one mommy that's fighting back! In this Episode Sarah Kate had some scares with alcohol – going over the top a few times but generally progressed in her drinking career like many of us As a career girl in her 20's she began to realise that she had no “off” switch – this happens to many of us and I think it's a real warning sign – when we can go for days without even thinking about alcohol but once we've had a couple of drinks we just want to keep going! We agreed that we seek out friends who drink like us so that we can validate our own drinking Many of us in the tribe had friends and relatives who would helpfully suggest that we just “had a couple” of drinks (rather than a whole bottle!) – and that's the beauty of the tribe – we understand each other and would never suggest that! Sarah Kate passed out on the bathroom floor at her 30th birthday party and began to feel ashamed of her drinking problem We talked about the shame women feel about their drinking and agreed that so many of us get trapped because of it – we don't want to “come out” about our problem so we battle alone and get nowhere, just more dependent and more depressed– have a listen to Claire Pooleys fabulous TED talk called “Making Sober Less Shameful” As Sarah Kate went on to become a mom she got more and more dependent and after the birth of her second child she became seriously worried that her baby would be affected by the alcohol levels in her breast milk. She was part of the mommyjuice culture and believed the hype that “moms need wine” taking a sippy cup of wine to the farmers market We talked about how crazy kids parties have become and how even at 1 year old parties the wine is flowing Sarah Kate tried to moderate many times – she is a runner and would schedule her drinking around her running – she feels she was running to counteract her addiction – almost as a punishment She finally managed to make a change when she read The Naked Mind – realizing that drinking heavily for a number of years will make anyone become dependent - alcohol is an addictive drug and that's what it will do! That's when Sarah Kate realized that there was nothing wrong with her and was able to ditch the shame and make a change She did Annie Grace's Alcohol Experiment and while she was not 100% alcohol free she probably reached a very respectable passgrade of 90% We talked about the value of seeing the big picture – that's why Tribe Sober offers annual trackers so that people can observe their sober stretches getting longer and longer and keep some perspective – much less danger of giving up if you have a slip up – if youd like an annual tracker then just email me at janet@tribesober.com On Christmas day Sarah Kate found herself buying a bottle of red wine (even though husband doesn't drink wine and her kids certainly don't!) – it made her reflect on the power of conditioning – if it's a holiday we must drink! (what an amazingly effective job Big Alcohol has done!) In fact her daughter was furious with her for having a glass of wine at Christmas lunch so that was it for Sarah Kate – she wanted to be a role model for her kids – someone who could stick to a commitment – so that was it for her We talked about the importance of education and how every university should offer a module called “The Science Behind Drinking Alcohol” rather than irresponsibly forcing dangerous quantities of alcohol on new students who are away from home for the first time Sarah Kate also emphasized that we should remember that it often takes a long time to pull ourself out of the clutches of alcohol and that we have to be patient – especially if we've been drinking for decades! Sarah Kate is playing a role in educating us about alcohol via her online magazine “somegoodcleanfun.com” She's coming at it from the wellness angle and has created it's a platform which will encourage us to “rethink drinking” – as individuals and as a society. Not so much a sobriety magazine but more a platform aimed at women who care about their health (eat organic, gluten free, exercise etc – yet still drink a bottle of wine a day) – she wants them to appreciate the impact that alcohol has on womens health. We agreed that the explosion of the alcohol free drinks markets was a very positive sign of a societal shift We agreed that step one in making a change was to find a community – find your people – if you are looking for a community then just go to tribesober.com and hit “join our tribe” More info Subscription membership for Tribe Sober is just R85 (£4/$6/$8AUS) a month - you can join up HERE To access our website click HERE If you would like a free copy of our "Annual Tracker" or our e-book "66 Days to Sobriety" please email janet@tribesober.com If you would like to come to our Saturday afternoon Zoom Cafe as a guest and meet our community just email janet@tribesober.com Episode Sponsor           This episode is sponsored by the Tribe Sober Membership Program.  If you want to change your relationship with alcohol then                 sign up today           Read more about our 7-step program and subscribe HERE           Book a Discovery Call with me to find out if our membership would help you            Help us to spread the word! We made this podcast so that we can reach more people who need our help.  Please subscribe and share. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave us a 5 star review on Apple podcasts, take a screenshot of your review and DM it to Tribe Sober's Instagram page - see PS for instructions - we'll send you something special to say thank you! We release a podcast episode every Saturday morning. You can follow Tribe Sober on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram  You can catch our FB live on Saturday mornings (11am SAST) and you can join our private Facebook group HERE Thank you for listening!  Till Next Week Janet x PS   How to leave an rating/review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS device) 1. Open the Podcasts app. EASY. 2. Choose "Search" from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (i.e., "Recover Like A Mother") into the search field. 3. Select the show under Shows (not under Episodes). 4. Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews. 5. 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This week I sat down with Kevin Bellack! Kevin is a Certified Professional Recovery Coach, Thrive Coach for the Reframe App and host on 1000 Hours Dry. Kevin shares insight into his relationship with alcohol, the shady marketing tactics that Big Alcohol pushes on consumers, and how to find support through online communities. Sobriety isn't one size fits all and it doesn't take hitting rock bottom to want to give up alcohol. Stay connected with Kevin! Follow Kevin on Instagram Follow 1000 Hours Dry Check Out the Reframe App ****************************** Click HERE to join the Philosophy of Fitness 21 Day Mindset Program! Use code "PHILOSOHY10" at checkout for 10% off: *************************** If you want to work with me one-on-one for nutrition coaching, click HERE! *************************** Shop my Amazon Storefront! Follow me on Instagram Find me on Facebook Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Stream the podcast on your favorite platform Full Podcast Playlist *************************** I am a NASM certified personal trainer, certified nutrition coach, indoor cycling instructor, mindset mentor, and lover of all things spiritual. I am here to help you level up physically, mentally, and spiritually. *Disclaimer: For entertainment purposes only. This does not take the place of medical diagnosis or legal advice. Any major decisions should be consulted by a professional. This does not take place of that.* #sobriety #myfitnessjourney #lawofattraction --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hayley-pettinato/support

Hello and welcome to the Alcohol Alert, brought to you by The Institute of Alcohol Studies.In this edition:Upcoming eventsThis month’s IAS blogsScotland sees the highest number of alcohol deaths since 2008 🎵 Podcast feature 🎵England and Wales saw a record number of 11,000 deaths from alcohol and drugs in 2020, with many suggesting that policies and treatment services aren’t doing enough to help.The Local Government Association has called for public health issues to be a “legal requirement” when councils grant licences for pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants. A new advert by French alcohol giant Pernod Ricard highlights the industry’s tactics when developing corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategiesIssues in Australia highlight the need for regulatory change in response to emerging technologies A new study looks at UK ministerial meetings with the alcohol industry and links with political donations 🎵 Podcast feature 🎵Which studies came out? Upcoming eventsOn 30 September, 14:00-15:00 BST, we are hosting a webinar to launch the new publication ‘Alcohol marketing during the 2020 Six Nations Championship’, which looks at:To register for the event click here.This month’s IAS blogsRead the blogs here. Scotland sees highest alcohol deaths since 2008 🎵 Podcast feature 🎵New data show that between 2019 and 2020 there was a 17% increase in alcohol-specific deaths in Scotland, up from 1,020 to 1,190. This represents the highest number of deaths since 2008 and reverses the downward trend of alcohol-specific deaths that Scotland had been seeing. Those living in the most deprived areas of the country were 4.1 times more likely to die and men were more than twice as likely to die. The following chart shows the marked increase in male deaths, compared to the relatively unchanged number of women dying. Most of the deaths were of people in their 50s and 60s, representing 60% of the 2020 total. 2019 saw a drop in alcohol-specific deaths, which is widely attributed to the introduction of minimum unit pricing (MUP) in May 2018. Elinor Jayne, Director of Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems (SHAAP), rightly drew attention to the fact that these deaths mean that “colleagues, friends, family, [and] partners now have the burden of their grief to struggle with”. Both Ms Jayne and Alison Douglas, Chief Executive of Alcohol Focus Scotland, reiterate the policy demands that public health campaigners and researchers have previously called for: Raise MUP from 50p to 65p as inflation has reduced its effect Reform alcohol duty so that it rises with inflation and is based on the strength of a productBan alcohol marketing as it increases alcohol harm to children Label alcohol to inform people of its risks e.g., cancer risk Improve access to and provision of treatment services Jayne also called for alcohol availability to be reconsidered: “Let’s look at models in countries such as Sweden and Canada where alcohol is sold in designated alcohol stores rather than in supermarkets and convenience stores.”Those in opposition to the Scottish National Party (SNP) were quick to berate the government for the rise in deaths.Annie Wells, Scottish Conservative health spokeswoman, said:“Scotland has a real problem with treating addiction that has grown far worse since the SNP came to power. The Scottish Conservatives are developing plans for a Right to Recovery Bill alongside frontline experts, so that more people can immediately access the drug or alcohol addiction treatment they need. We urge the SNP Government to take the decisive action that is necessary and back our bill.”Gillian Mackay, Scottish Greens health spokeswoman, had a slightly different focus: "We need to recognise the role that poverty and mental health play in this, providing earlier treatment and support where it is needed. There also still needs to be action on the marketing and promotion of alcohol and a reassessment of the minimum unit price."Record alcohol and drug deaths in the UK England and Wales saw a record number of 11,000 deaths from alcohol and drugs in 2020. With Scotland’s recent alcohol data adding to that, many are suggesting that policies and treatment services aren’t doing enough to help.Reported by The Independent, data from the House of Commons Library show that only 10 of over 300 English councils have been able to increase spending on alcohol and drug services. Other councils, including South Tyneside and Wiltshire, have had cuts of over 40% to services. Labour’s shadow health secretary, Jonathan Ashworth, said:“Years of Tory cuts to vital public health services have seen sickness increase and health inequalities widen. We need a new settlement for public health services, a clear target to reduce inequalities and action to minimise harm and help prevent so many dying from addiction.”These figures come at the same time it was reported that since the pandemic the number of people in England drinking over 50 units a week increased from 1.5 million to almost 2.5 million. Dr Tony Rao said:“The impact of the Covid pandemic on alcohol use has been devastating and is a stark warning for the Government.” The largest increase was in over-65s, with a rise from 190,000 (or 3.4%) of this group drinking over 50 units pre-pandemic, to 453,000 (8.1%) subsequently. This represents a 139% increase. MPs Dan Carden and Christian Wakeford, who sit on opposite sides of the House of Commons, have been working together to raise awareness of alcohol harm in the UK. They spoke to ITV News about the shocking alcohol death data that has emerged recently. Christian said:"I think my burning question is - if these are the ones we know about, how many more? How many are crying out for help and not being able to get it? And that to me is something we fundamentally need to change." Both MPs sit on the All Party Parliamentary Group on Alcohol Harm, which as well as recommending that the Government tackles the availability of cheap alcohol and improves labelling, also calls for better support and treatment. One of the major issues the Government consistently faces is pressure from the alcohol industry when trying to improve public health policies, often backing down due to the argument that the economy will be negatively affected by such policies. However this argument has frequently been shown to be a false economy due to the net-negative financial impact that alcohol has on society. Local authorities call for alcohol-related injuries to be considered when granting licences The Local Government Association (LGA) – the body that represents local councils – has called for public health issues to be a “legal requirement” when councils grant licences for pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants. In a press release the LGA said it is “vital to protect communities from harm, reduce NHS costs and save lives”. Alcohol-related harm is estimated to cost the NHS in England, Scotland and Wales almost £4billion a year. Annual estimated costs of alcohol harm to the NHS, 2006-07The measure would update the Licensing Act to include a public health objective and allow for action against premises that fail to protect the health of the community. As it stands, councils can only consider four issues: the prevention of crime and disorder; public safety; prevention of public nuisance; and protection of children from harm. The change would allow them to consider whether granting a licence would exacerbate existing public health issues, such as alcohol-related hospital admissions. Councillor Nesil Caliskan, Chair of the LGA’s Safer and Stronger Communities Board, said:“The last year has shown us the importance of businesses taking measures to protect public health, yet currently councils are specifically discouraged from using the Licensing Act to consider public health issues. Councils do not want powers to refuse every application. But being able to consider the public health impact of new licensed premises would allow them to take a more balanced view in line with their other priorities such as creating vibrant and safe town centres and protecting people from harm.”The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) national chair, Mike Cherry, said:“This suggested licensing change would hit small businesses disproportionately. Perhaps a period of allowing small business hospitality to recover after an exceptionally difficult 18 months is in order.” The Government has said it will respond in due course, and that “Directors of public health are responsible authorities which means that they must be given notice of all licence applications and can make representations about any that raise concerns relevant to the four licensing objectives.” New advert exemplifies Big Alcohol’s ‘dark nudges’ A new advert by French alcohol giant Pernod Ricard highlights the industry’s tactics when developing corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies. The digital campaign was developed by the company’s CSR wing – the ‘Responsible Party’ – whose aim is to promote “responsible alcohol consumption and combat binge drinking among young adults in Europe and beyond”. The advert itself shows dramatised clips of inebriated people falling over and passing out, with the line ‘Drink More’ repeatedly flashing up, before it eventually says: ‘Drink More…Water’.  Nudges steer people toward certain options, and ‘dark nudges’ encourage the consumption of harmful products, such as alcohol or gambling.In the 2020 publication ‘Dark Nudges and Sludge in Big Alcohol’, the authors looked into the alcohol industry’s CSR activities and found it is rife with ‘dark nudges’. This new Pernod Ricard advert and CSR activity can be seen as a clear example of a dark nudge and what the authors describe as “priming drinkers by offering verbal and pictorial cues to drink, while simultaneously appearing to warn about alcohol harms”. The study also highlighted that CSR activity often misrepresents alcohol harm by highlighting apparent social benefits whilst making information on alcohol harm difficult to access. On the ‘Responsible Party’s’ ‘Drink More’ website, there is no explicit statement encouraging people to consume less alcohol as a way of reducing harm. Instead it says its aim is to combat binge drinking and mentions moderation towards the end of the page. The study authors conclude that:“reducing, removing, and mitigating the impact of dark nudges should be an important priority for public health policy”. And that “public health policymakers and practitioners also need to consider whether there is a role for sanctions for making misleading and false health claims on alcohol and other harmful commodity industry websites”. Regulations and youth drinking in Australia Over the past month there have been a number of stories from Australia that highlight the need for regulatory change in response to emerging technologies that enable unhealthy commodity producers to market their products to children and young peopleThe Cancer Council Western Australia drew attention to the “world of opportunities” for alcohol companies to market their products, especially on social media platforms that are not open to public scrutiny. The group’s recent research found that 28% of alcohol brand accounts on Instagram had no age-restriction controls. The authors write that of the three top wine and spirits companies, only one of each had controls across all their accounts. This highlights the more hidden ways that alcohol continues to be promoted to children and shows the need for stricter marketing restrictions across social media. In addition to this, a story earlier in the month looked at the State of Victoria’s failure of regulations on alcohol deliveries, with alcohol harm groups saying that the current system makes it far too easy for children to buy alcohol online. A survey by Alcohol Change Victoria of over 1,000 people found that over a quarter of 18-24-year-olds who used delivery services were not asked for ID or didn’t personally receive the order. Not only is it often too easy for young people to buy alcohol without necessary checks, a study published this month shows that a quarter of Australians aged 16 and 17 are allowed to drink at home. Dr Brendan Quinn, lead researcher of the Australian Institute of Family Studies report, said:“In some cases, parents may be allowing their teenagers to drink at home in the belief that supervised alcohol consumption could facilitate a more responsible relationship with alcohol and reduce potential harm. However research suggests early alcohol use could lead to harmful drinking practices, both now and later in life.”Whilst regulations are a few steps behind technology, the alcohol industry continues to develop products that seem to target young people. Mid-month, an alcoholic stout drink was banned from being advertised after a child accidentally drank it, mistaking it for chocolate milk. The stout brand was also ordered to change its branding, due to being so similar to the chocolate milk brand. Another recent example of alcohol brands appearing to target younger drinks is the news that the energy drink Mountain Dew is releasing an alcoholic version. From the packaging it is difficult to tell that it is alcoholic. Which studies came out? The UK Alcohol Alert (incorporating Alliance News) is designed and produced by The Institute of Alcohol Studies. Please click the image below to visit our website and find out more about us and what we do, or the ‘Contact us’ button. Thank you. 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Hello and welcome to the Alcohol Alert, brought to you by The Institute of Alcohol Studies.In this edition:IAS seminar on Alcohol and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development GoalsExtensive OECD publication details the investment case for alcohol control policies 🎵 Podcast feature 🎵New minimum unit pricing studies in Scotland bolster the argument for its implementation 🎵 Podcast feature 🎵Confusion over WHO global alcohol action plan 🎵 Podcast feature 🎵Brain imaging study suggests there is no safe level of alcohol consumption for brain health Study highlights the prevalence of alcohol advertising in the Rugby Six Nations Parliament debates labelling and the Misuse of Drugs ActWe hope you enjoy our roundup of stories below: please feel free to share. Thank you.Alcohol and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development GoalsIAS sustainability series, seminar 1. Seminar speakers: Chair: Kristina Sperkova, Movendi InternationalDudley Tarlton, United Nations Development ProgrammeProfessor Jeff Collin, University of EdinburghAadielah Maker Diedericks, South African Alcohol Policy AllianceThe Institute of Alcohol Studies hosted the first seminar in its four-part series on alcohol and sustainability, 10 June 2021. The seminar focused on the impact of alcohol on the United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the opportunities for improved alcohol policy arising from the Goals.Goal 3.5 explicitly targets alcohol, with the commitment to ‘Strengthen the prevention of treatment of substance abuse, including…harmful use of alcohol’. Beyond that, alcohol has been identified as an obstacle to achieving 14 of the 17 SDGs, which can be seen as social, environmental, and economic. Social goals such as ending poverty, hunger, achieving gender equality and maintaining peace and justice, are all affected by alcohol harm. Kristina Sperkova, President of Movendi International, highlighted that alcohol pushes people into poverty and keeps many there, and consumes spending that would otherwise be used on education and food. There are many studies that demonstrate the link between alcohol use and violence, particularly between young men and relating to domestic violence. Ms Sperkova detailed the high environmental cost of alcohol production. Land required to grow crops for alcohol reduces biodiversity. Huge amounts of water are used for alcohol production, with 870 litres of water needed to produce one litre of wine. She pointed out that alcohol is often produced in places that have scarce water supplies, to serve the desires of higher income countries that have an abundance of water.The economic burden of alcohol use across the world is enormous, with high-income countries seeing annual losses of between 1.4% and 1.7% of GDP due to alcohol harm. Much of this is due to the loss of productivity. In England in 2015, 167,000 working years were lost due to alcohol. It was suggested that more effective alcohol control policies would not only reduce the harm but would also help finance sustainable development. The investment case Dudley Tarlton, Programme Specialist at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), introduced the work UNDP is doing in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), to present the case for improving and implementing effective alcohol policies, with economic rationale being the main driver.WHO’s SAFER initiative details the five most cost-effective interventions to reduce harm. Mr Tarlton stated that these five interventions would give a 5.8% return on investment.  Modelling by UNDP across 12 countries including Russia, Turkey, and Ethiopia, shows that investing in WHO’s recommended prevention measures would generate 19 billion USD over the next 15 years – mainly due to productivity gain – and 865,000 deaths would be averted. UNDP is also looking into investment cases relating to alcohol-attributable deaths from causes such as liver cirrhosis, road injuries, tuberculosis, and HIV. They are drafting toolkits for countries to take up these policies and could be instrumental in getting revenue to help close covid-related fiscal gaps. As lower socioeconomic groups would disproportionately benefit from the health benefits of increased alcohol taxes, Mr Tarlton highlighted that part of Goal 10 on reducing health inequalities would be targeted by such taxes. The obstacle of the alcohol industryProfessor Jeff Collin, Edinburgh University, posited how the alcohol industry has positioned itself as aligned with the SDGs and as engines of development. The International Alliance for Responsible Drinking (IARD) has a toolkit for governments on how to build partnerships with the alcohol industry. Diageo’s ‘Business Avengers’ coalition highlights their role in aiming to achieve the SDGs. Namibian Breweries (NBL) has listed out which SDGs it is helping, including SDG 3: “NBL has a responsibility to minimise harmful alcohol consumption.”Prof Collin explained that the industry is using the commitment of governments and organisations to SDG 17 – ‘Partnerships for the Goals’ – to push their own strategic agenda, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic. Pre-pandemic, Diageo collaborated with CARE to address barriers to gender inclusion in the alcohol giant’s supply chain. Following the outbreak of the pandemic, Diageo supported CARE’s emergency response, giving clean water supplies, hygiene kits, and food. According to Prof Collin’s work, the alcohol industry is using corporate social investment (CSI) and philanthropy to shape policy and pursue partnerships, to further its strategic interests. This is especially true in its targeting of women in developing countries, who are seen as a key emerging market. Pernod Ricard India launched an initiative around women entrepreneurs, which aptly shows the two faces of alcohol philanthropy, with the company’s CMO Kartik Mohindra stating: “It is quintessential for brands to create products that appeal to them [women]. And if they don’t have more women in senior leadership roles, they are not likely to have the significant insights needed to tap into the highly sensitive minds of their ever-growing numbers of female consumers.”In Southern Africa – as Aadielah Maker Diedericks of the Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance (SAAPA) discussed – there are particularly striking examples of industry-government partnerships and conflicts of interest, with civil society in the region perceiving Big Alcohol’s involvement in the region as a form of neo-colonisation. Ms Diedericks explained that policy makers are often on the boards of alcohol companies in the region, that governments hold shares in the industry, and the industry’s agenda is often successfully pushed through. Very few Southern African countries are taking on issues of marketing, pricing, and availability, instead focusing on road safety and underage drinking. Both Prof Collin and Ms Diedericks said that SDG 17 has confused countries, with governments thinking the only relationship with the alcohol industry is one of partnership, ignoring potential conflicts of interest. South Africa case studySouth Africa has seen intense lobbying by the industry in recent months, with Ms Diedericks saying that they are using the narrative of job promotion to demonstrate their value. This is despite R246billion being spent on alcohol harm compared to R97billion in revenue. The industry has campaigned extensively around the idea of economic loss associated with alcohol control policies, using dubious research to back up their claims. This comes at a time of high unemployment rate in South Africa and therefore gets a lot of media attention. Ms Diedericks described the relationship between industry and South Africa’s government as “abusive” due to the industry threatening disinvestment in the country if there were controls to alcohol availability. What next? The speakers argued that the SDGs need to be used better as a rallying point for alcohol control measures. SDG 17 in particular should be used to develop policy coherence and that the building of coordinated approaches across other unhealthy commodities, such as junk food, should be considered. There needs to be clear rationale for why enacting alcohol control policies would help achieve the SDGs, and taxation has a lot to offer towards sustainable financing. Please watch the full seminar below, or click here for a 30minute edited version. Join us in September for seminar two in our four-part series. New OECD report models economic effect of alcohol policies  🎵 Podcast feature 🎵The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) published a book entitled ‘Preventing Harmful Alcohol Use’, 19 May 2021. It analyses the cost of alcohol consumption in 52 countries (OECD, EU and G20 countries), due to reduced life expectancy, increased healthcare costs, decreased productivity, and lower GDP. As with the IAS seminar on alcohol and sustainability, this report provides clear economic rationale for why countries should consider implementing alcohol control policies. The report looks at trends and patterns in alcohol consumption in the 52 countries, as well as looking at the regional differences across Europe. The following statistics and modelling relate to the 52 countries, unless otherwise stated. Health and economic burden of alcoholHealth care costs for alcohol as percentage of total health care expenditureChildren’s education and bullyingPolicies for reducing consumption The report looked at which alcohol control policies countries currently implement and those that they should consider. It mentions the World Health Organization’s Global Strategy and Global Action Plan in reducing the harmful use of alcohol, referring to these as the best practice policy responses. The report states that:“policies to reduce the harmful consumption of alcohol and associated harms cannot be addressed through one policy intervention – rather, a suite of interventions is needed within a comprehensive strategy”. This will “require a multi-sectoral approach, including health, law enforcement and social services sectors”.How would policies affect health and the economy?  Simulation modelling shows varying degrees of impact of alcohol control policies across the countries. Across the 48 countries analysed by OECD it was found that savings in healthcare costs are greater than the costs of running interventions.How has minimum unit pricing affected Scotland and Wales so far? 🎵 Podcast feature 🎵Since Scotland implemented minimum unit pricing for alcohol (MUP) in May 2018 and Wales in March 2020, initial studies have shown a substantial shift in alcohol purchases and consumption. On 28 May 2021, The Lancet published a study, by Professor Peter Anderson and colleagues, that analysed the purchasing habits of over 35,000 British households, in order to assess the impact of MUP in Scotland and Wales. Purchases in northern England were compared with Scottish purchases, and western England purchases with Wales. The measured changes associated with MUP were: price paid per gram of alcohol, grams of alcohol purchased, and amount of money spent on alcohol.The results of the study were:In Scotland the price per gram saw a 7.6% increase and a purchase decrease of 7.7%In Wales the price increased by 8.2% and purchasing decreased by 8.6%The biggest changes were in households that generally bought the most alcohol. Little change was seen in households that bought small amounts of alcohol and those with low incomesFollowing The Lancet report, on 17 June 2021 Public Health Scotland released its report Monitoring and Evaluating Scotland’s Alcohol Strategy. The report looked at alcohol purchasing, affordability and consumption in Scotland in 2020. The report found that:The report also shows a reduction in alcohol-specific deaths in Scotland from 2018-2019, with the rate for men being the lowest since 1996. However, rates are still higher in Scotland than in both England and Wales. Alison Douglas of Alcohol Focus Scotland (AFS) said:“We're really pleased to see that as a nation we are drinking less for the third year running and that alcohol consumption is at a 25-year low - this is a good indication that minimum unit pricing is having the intended effect. But given nearly a quarter of Scots are still regularly drinking over the chief medical officers' low-risk drinking guidelines, we can't afford to take our eye off the ball where preventing alcohol harm is concerned.” AFS has called on the government to raise the level at which MUP is set from 50p to 65p per unit, arguing that inflation has made it less effective since the legislation was passed eight years ago. Following the success Scotland has seen, Baroness Finlay of Llandaff, Chair of the Alcohol Harm Commission, and Dr Katherine Severi, Chief executive of IAS, called on the UK Government to introduce MUP in England. They argued that there is now sufficient evidence of MUP’s effectiveness and that it is now more urgent than ever due to increases in high-risk drinking and alcohol-specific deaths in England. Public Health Scotland released an interim report at the end of June, which suggests that there is little evidence that MUP has led to people substituting cheap alcohol with other substances or illicit alcohol. Confusion over WHO’s global action plan on alcohol 🎵 Podcast feature 🎵In mid-June, the World Health Organization (WHO) published the first draft of its ‘Global alcohol action plan 2022-2030’. The action plan’s aim is to aid in the implementation of WHO’s Global strategy to reduce the harmful use of alcohol, which in turn aims to reduce morbidity and mortality due to harmful alcohol use and the ensuing social consequences. The strategy aims to “promote and support local, regional and global actions”, giving guidance and support on policy options, national circumstances, religious and cultural contexts, public health priorities, as well as resources and capabilities. In response to the draft action plan, media across the UK focused on a statement included that said:“Appropriate attention should be given to prevention of the initiation of drinking among children and adolescents, prevention of drinking among pregnant women and women of childbearing age.”Most news reports lambasted the wording that women of childbearing age should be prevented from drinking. Two prominent commentators quoted in press reports were Christopher Snowdon of the Institute of Economic Affairs, and Matt Lambert of the Portman Group, who said it was “unscientific, patronising and absurd” and “sexist and paternalistic” respectively. Responding to the media furore, Professor Niamh Fitzgerald, University of Stirling, spoke on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour: “It is striking that the commentators in the reports are from the alcohol industry. It is clearly an attempt to discredit WHO…before a WHO forum next week [week-commencing 21 June], which is looking at empowering governments against industry marketing. This is a first draft and that mention, which is ill-advised, doesn’t appear in the actions, so we shouldn’t worry that WHO is trying to stop women of childbearing age from drinking.”Dr Sadie Boniface, the Institute of Alcohol Studies’ Head of Research, said “It is a shame that this one phrase in the report has hoovered up attention. This is the launch of an ambitious plan to address alcohol harm, and alcohol is the top risk factor globally for mortality among 15–49 year olds.”According to the Sydney Morning Herald, Dag Rekve, Alcohol Policy Advisor at WHO, said:“It was just meant as the period where you are potentially carrying children and this is not generalising to all women in that age. It can be interpreted that we are saying that women of childbearing age should not drink alcohol and is a completely wrong interpretation and we will make sure that it’s not interpreted like that. If the media also can pick up on the incredible harm from alcohol in the world in the same way they picked up on this poorly formulated phrase, then perhaps we could really achieve something.”No safe level of alcohol for brain health A yet to be peer-reviewed study suggests that all levels of drinking are associated with adverse effects on the brain.Researchers at Oxford University, led by Dr Anya Topiwala, used brain imaging data from 25,000 participants of the UK Biobank study and looked at the relationship between this and moderate alcohol consumption. The results found that higher consumption of alcohol was associated with lower grey matter density and that alcohol made a larger contribution than any other modifiable risk factor, including smoking. Negative associations were also found between alcohol and white matter integrity. Particular damage was seen to the anterior corpus callosum, which connects the frontal lobes of the left and right hemispheres of the brain and ensures both sides of the brain can communicate with each other. Dr Topiwala, said “There’s no threshold drinking for harm – any alcohol is worse. Pretty much the whole brain seems to be affected – not just specific areas, as previously thought.”In response to the study, Dr Sadie Boniface, IAS Head of Research, said:“While we can’t yet say for sure whether there is ‘no safe level’ of alcohol regarding brain health at the moment, it has been known for decades that heavy drinking is bad for brain health. We also shouldn’t forget alcohol affects all parts of the body and there are multiple health risks. For example, it is already known there is ‘no safe level’ of alcohol consumption for the seven types of cancer caused by alcohol, as identified by the UK Chief Medical Officers.”The authors highlighted that one of the limitations of the study was the use of the Biobank data: that the sample is healthier, better educated, less deprived, and with less ethnic diversity than the general population. Dr Rebecca Dewey of the University of Nottingham responded to this, saying that “Therefore some caution is needed, but the extremely large sample size makes it pretty compelling”. The study argues that current drinking guidelines could be amended to reflect the evidence about brain health rather than solely about cardiovascular disease and cancer risk. Professor Paul M. Matthews, Head of the Department of Brain Sciences, Imperial College London, supported this suggestion. Alcohol, rugby and adolescent drinking A study by Dr Alex Barker and colleagues that looked at the prevalence of Guinness advertising in the 2019 Rugby Six Nations Championship, found the following across the 15 games:Two weeks after this study was published it was announced that the National Football League (NFL) in the US was to get its first spirits sponsor, with Diageo signing a multiyear deal. Until four years ago advertising of spirits was banned in the NFL, with beer advertising dominating. Why is this important? Dr Barker’s research states that exposure to alcohol advertising is associated with adolescent initiation of drinking and heavier drinking among existing young drinkers. It goes on to explain that the Advertising Standards Authority in the UK does not regulate footage of imagery from sporting events and although this should be covered by Ofcom it is not. Sports sponsorship is self-regulated by the Portman Group, whose code states that it “seeks to ensure that alcohol is promoted in a socially responsible manner and only to those over 18” and that “drinks companies must use their reasonable endeavours to obtain data on the expected participants, audience or spectator profile to ensure that at least the aggregate of 75% are aged over 18”. The study authors point out that even if 75% of the audience are adults, as sporting programmes are very popular with children they are still being exposed to regular alcohol advertising. If the remaining 25% are children, with huge sporting events there will still be millions of children seeing such advertising. The England versus Croatia Euros 2020 game had a UK audience of 11.6 million, which would potentially mean 2.9 million children seeing alcohol advertising during that game alone – a number acceptable under the self-regulatory rules.  The researchers argue that this weak regulatory approach should be reviewed and “Restrictions on, and enforcement of, alcohol advertising during sporting events are needed to protect children and adolescents from this avenue of alcohol advertising.” They go on to say that future studies should look at if this increased exposure leads to increased sales for alcohol brands. The conversation around advertising of unhealthy commodities in sport has picked up in June, due to the actions of footballers at the European Football Championship.Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo removed bottles of Coca-Cola from a press conference and held up a bottle of water declaring “Agua. Coca-Cola, ugh”. A few days later Paul Pogba removed a bottle of Heineken from his conference. This led to the launching of a Muslim athletes’ charter, which seeks to "challenge organisations" to make progress in supporting Muslim sportsmen and women. There are 10 points in the charter, such as “non-consumption of alcohol, including during celebrations, the provision of appropriate places to pray, halal food, and being allowed to fast in Ramadan”. UEFA, the governing body of the Euros, then threatened to fine teams if players continued to snub sponsors. England’s manager Gareth Southgate came out in support of sponsors, saying “the impact of their money at all levels helps sport to function, particularly grassroots sport…we are mindful in our country of obesity and health but everything can be done in moderation”.What happened in Parliament? Obesity strategyThe House of Commons debated the implementation of the 2020 Obesity Strategy on 27 May. Minister Jo Churchill (Department of Health and Social Care) brought up the topic of alcohol labelling. She highlighted the number of calories some people in the UK consume via alcohol: “each year around 3.4 million adults consume an additional day’s worth of calories each week from alcohol”. She went on to state that the Government will be publishing a consultation shortly on the introduction of mandatory calorie labelling on pre-packed alcohol and alcohol sold in the on-trade sector. Churchill said that the main aim was to ensure people were fully informed so that they can make educated choices on what they consume. Labour MP Dan Carden’s contribution focused solely on alcohol labelling. He brought attention to the fact that non-alcoholic drinks have to display far more nutritional information than alcoholic drinks. He also pushed the UK government for a national alcohol strategy, as “We had the highest rate of deaths from alcohol on record this year. Alcohol-specific deaths are at an all-time high at a moment when drug and alcohol services are underfunded and mental health services are overstretched.” During the debate, Alex Norris MP (Labour) and Jim Shannon MP (Democratic Unionist Party) agreed that there needs to be a stronger alcohol strategy. Carden also spoke of the importance of bringing together strategies to combat obesity, drugs, gambling and alcohol.Food and drink regulationsThe House of Lords debated the Food and Drink Regulations 2021 on 19 May. Baroness Finlay of Llandaff discussed alcohol labelling, saying that people had the right to information in order to take control of their health and make informed choices. She argued that alcoholic drink labelling should form part of an obesity strategy and a comprehensive alcohol strategy. “If the role of food labelling is to inform, to empower people to protect themselves from harm and to allow regulation to support that duty to protect our citizens from harm, updating the labelling becomes a moral imperative.”Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle of the Green Party agreed with Baroness Finlay that alcohol labelling is currently inadequate.Baroness Bloomfield of Hinton Waldrist (Conservative) responded to Baroness Finlay “The Department of Health is planning to issue a consultation on calorie labelling for alcohol in the near future with a view to making it a requirement from perhaps 2024.”Misuse of Drugs ActThe Commons debated the 1971 Misuse of Drugs Act on 17 June. MPs agreed that the UK’s current drug policy is not working. Labour MP Jeff Smith argued that it should be liberalised to reduce harm, advocating the legalising of cannabis. He stated that alcohol is more harmful than many illegal drugs and yet it is legal. “We mitigate the harm from alcohol use by legalising it, regulating it, making sure that it is not poisonous and making it safe, and we can invest the tax raised from its sale in the NHS and public messaging.”Labour, Conservative and SNP MPs agreed with Smith, with Allan Dorans of the SNP saying that “Advice, support and education should be provided in the same way as they are for other health issues, including alcohol and tobacco.” The UK Alcohol Alert (incorporating Alliance News) is designed and produced by The Institute of Alcohol Studies. Please click the image below to visit our website and find out more about us and what we do, or the ‘Contact us’ button. Thank you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit instalcstud.substack.com

What packs the biggest punch in changing our relationship to alcohol is the language we use. If we think: life will for sure be miserable without alcohol, it will. If we think: alcohol's not a necessity of living, it creates a more NEUTRAL emotion.Every action we take is driven be EMOTION.That is why Big Alcohol is so good at marketing, they pull on our heart strings at every turn and we believe it.If you think new thoughts, you get new results.Of course it takes time, practice and the willingness to see things from a new perspective.My clients are creating the Impossible one thought at a time.Learn the 3 steps it takes to create the Impossible: Freedom from alcohol without deprivation.Schedule a complimentary alignment session with Mary HERE.  Thank you for heading to Apple Podcast To Drop a 5 Star Review and What You LOVE about the show! Your presence means so much to me. 

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Taryn and Erin talk with Holly Whitaker, founder and CEO of Tempest (formerly known as Hip Sobriety). Holly's new book, "Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol," recounts her transformative journey of removing alcohol and other self-destructive behaviors from her life, while questioning the limitations of established recovery modalities and advocating for individualized and varied patchworks and paths.Her work also lays out in vivid detail the targeted marketing and manipulation of women by big alcohol. Holly issues a powerful call to arms against the insidious nature of the current drinking culture and encourages women to see the decision not to drink as a courageous, empowering and feminist act. Find more about Holly and her work here:https://www.jointempest.com/https://www.instagram.com/holly/To visit the SHE RECOVERS website, click here.SHE RECOVERS Facebook Page, click here.SHE RECOVERS Instagram Page, click here.

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How Long Does Alcohol Withdrawal Last?Alcohol withdrawal can sometimes be equally as harmful as alcohol addiction – but it's important to know that does not apply for all or even most drinkers.For full blown alcoholics withdrawal can in some cases be deadly for many, and the immediate risks frequently surpass the advantages of aiming for sobriety.It may appear odd to propose that hard drinkers avoid stopping to reduce their threat of withdrawal, but, clinical experts do suggest alcoholics need a hospital stay.However, the vast majority of functioning problem drinkers are not ‘alcoholics' and by that, I mean that they are not physically dependant on the drug.You are most probably not an alcoholic!Most people who find this website are not alcoholics at all but simply in a loop with their drinking and they can't seem to break it. Most members of the Stop Drinking Expert website are entirely functioning in other areas of their life. They are in a relationship, probably parents or grandparents and holding down a job.They are not being constantly issued DUI tickets or thrown in the drunk tank. However, the alcohol industry keeps telling these sorts of drinkers that it is dangerous for them to quit drinking, it may even be fatal.The reason Big Alcohol keeps doing this is that it stresses out the problem drinkers – and what do drinkers do when they feel stressed?

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This Week In ... looks at the year in Marijuana Business News, 2018, with hosts Jill Reddish and Kevin "Moose" Huhn: $4B Brave New World: Updates on the launch of California's recreational marijuana market Canada's Landmark Day: Country launches industrialized world's first recreational cannabis market Multibillion-dollar marijuana industry takes the stage at inaugural MJBizConINT'L Ontario to permit cannabis sales at production centers, following Newfoundland's lead Constellation invests CA$5 billion in cannabis giant Canopy in deal financed by BofA Merrill Lynch Cronos lists on Nasdaq, as US gets first 'pure play' marijuana stock on major exchange Canopy Growth becomes first plant-touching cannabis company on NYSE; shares fall Final California marijuana regulations: 'Wins, losses and more ambiguity' Fast pace of Canadian cannabis license approvals fails to avert supply shortage Higher prices and barer shelves: California cannabis retailers face frustrated customers Oklahoma's medical cannabis market set for major growth, with business competition fierce First recreational cannabis stores open in Massachusetts to big crowds Legal medical marijuana sales begin in Pennsylvania Michigan OKs recreational marijuana, creating potential $1.7 billion market Key cannabis legalization wins could bring in upwards of $2 billion in new sales Utah gov signs medical cannabis compromise bill passed by lawmakers NY gov wants to legalize adult-use cannabis in 2019, creating $1.7 billion market New Jersey lawmakers delay action on adult-use marijuana until 2019 AG Sessions rescinds Cole Memo, roiling marijuana industry Trump ousts cannabis threat Jeff Sessions as attorney general Trump taps Justice Department veteran William Barr as attorney general Aurora Cannabis to acquire Canadian rival MedReleaf for CA$3.2B in industry's biggest deal Aurora Cannabis clears final regulatory hurdle in CA$1.2B CanniMed acquisition Aphria buys Nuuvera for CA$826 million, plans to 'dominate' international marijuana market MedMen inks blockbuster $682 million stock deal to acquire medical cannabis firm PharmaCann US cannabis firm iAnthus inks CA$835 million acquisition of MPX Bioceutical Weekly Deal Watch: Brand development, scale drive cannabis dollars Marijuana operator Acreage Holdings announces landmark $119 million funding Cresco Labs closes $100 million raise, draws institutional investors to cannabis industry Privateer sets milestone for US marijuana industry with $100 million raise Oregon recreational cannabis sales soar as prices continue to drop Four takeaways as Big Alcohol makes another foray into Canada’s cannabis market Molson Coors bets on growing cannabis industry with Canadian joint venture  And more! Sponsored by: Citizen Green Community Subscribe to both of our podcasts on iTunes, Stitcher and here on our site!     

There are two industries around the world that are on the cusp of exponential growth… The first is crypto currencies and assets like Bitcoin, and the second is grass, ganja, the reefer, mary jane, aka, marijuana. Thanks to the states of Colorado and Washington, the doors were opened to the recreational legalization of cannabis in 2012. Since then 47 out of 50 states have legalized marijuana sales for medical use, while 11 have made it fully legal for sale recreationally. But those laws are changing incredibly fast as the general public’s perception of marijuana has started to change, and as these state government’s begin to the see the considerable amount of tax revenue being generated by this new industry. Within the next few years, the recreational sale and use of cannabis will be legalized across the country. Just like Crypto, this decriminalization process has kicked-off a new gold rush for savvy, forward thinking entrepreneurs. The race to capture the next $100 Billion market has begun, and today we’re joined by one of the biggest players in the industry, Christian Hageseth. Christian is the Founder of Green Man Cannabis, which is an award winning cultivation and dispensary company out of Colorado. Today, Christian is creating the first dispensary franchise through the ONE Cannabis Group, and they will be taking the company public in Q1 of 2019. Whether it’s creating your own line of CBD supplements, buying a One Cannabis Franchise, or simply investing in the stock of these companies as they start to go public, the opportunities this new industry is creating for entrepreneurs like you, are absolutely endless. If this is an industry that you’d like to learn more about, and learn quickly, then I’d recommend picking up a copy of Christian’s book, Big Weed. In a nod to Big Oil, Big Tobacco and Big Alcohol, Big Weed will bring you up to speed on every facet of the industry, and give you a basic lay of the land so you can start to understand it, and identify opportunities. So without further ado, please help me welcome, Christian Hageseth. Resources: One-Cannabis.com Follow Christian on Twitter | Instagram Big Weed: An Entrepreneur’s High-Stakes Adventures in the Budding Legal Marijuana Business Music: Music by: Koven Song: Never Have I Felt This Licensed under a Creative Commons License

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Sam and Sarah discuss the week’s biggest stories about drugs and drug policy. This week they focus on some big changes for the marijuana industry, including a New Jersey court ruling, and the maker of Corona beer pouring millions into a Canadian cannabis company. They also discuss some surveys on drug use & abuse, with […] The post News: Big Alcohol, Recovery, and Shifting MDMA Demographics [#120] appeared first on This Week in Drugs.

Julie, with 92 days sober, shares her story……… Big alcohol companies like to blame the individual rather than the poison that they sell.  The liquor industry spends millions of dollars on advertisements that tell us we should drink responsibly.  If we do not drink responsibly, than we are to blame.  We should know when to say when, right?  The facts show that alcohol kills 85,000 people each year.  But to the companies selling the booze, money is the name of the game.  These companies make billions while avoiding high taxes because alcohol is not taxed as high as other beverages. *********************************Don’t be duped by alcohol advertisements*****************************************   SHOW NOTES   [9:21] Paul Introduces Julie   Julie – I have been sober for 92 days and it feels really good.  I did not think that I could do it.  I am 35 years old and work as a nurse.  I enjoy music and going to concerts.   [11:00] When did you realize you had a problem with alcohol?   Julie – I have known for years.  I just could never get enough.  My first issue was with drugs so I did not focus on my alcohol problem.  I went to rehab for drug abuse in 2010 and stayed sober for 18 months after that.  The rehab helped with my drug use but then I turned to alcohol.  When I tried to quit alcohol, I had hallucinations and ended up spending 4 days in the psych ward.   [14:24] What happened after your 18 months of sobriety?   Julie – I had already started planning to drink.  I knew I was going to attend another concert and thought I could drink normally.  I ended up drinking so much that I blacked out and continued to drink for 5 more years.  I always told myself, “when _______  happens,” I will stop drinking.  But I never stopped.  I woke up each morning feeling defeated, angry and bitter.   [18:00] Was your rock bottom 92 days ago?   Julie – I did not have a bottom 92 days ago.  I was just tired of being sick and tired.  I kept wondering when I was going to lose my medical license.  I knew it was just a matter of time before this happened.  Then, I thought I would try to quit and when it didn’t work, I could at least say that I had tried.   [19:05] Paul asks Julie how she got sober 92 days ago.   Julie – I listened to a lot of podcasts and made it to 30 days.  I was feeling really good but still ordered a glass of wine while at lunch with my brother.  I did not even enjoy it.  I finally admitted to my family that I was done drinking.   [21:23] Paul and Julie discuss accountability.   Julie – My family has been super supportive of my sobriety.  I try to take it 1 situation at a time.  I still have not been completely honest with them about how much I was consuming but my parents are very encouraging to me.   [25:00] What else did you do?   Julie – My best friend has been sober for over a year and she has been supporting me.  I do a lot of reading and am constantly working at changing my mindset.   [27:47] How have your cravings been?   Julie – I try and distract myself by taking my dogs for a walk or keeping busy. I know that the cravings will pass.   [28:34] How did you feel during your first week of sobriety?   Julie – I was pretty apprehensive the first week.  I did not think that I could do it.  Once 30 days went by, I felt that I had a chance at making it.  I am more confident as each day passes.   [29:34] What advice would you give to your younger self?   Julie – You pay a price for everything that you do.  You do not know everything when you are young.  Drinking is not fun and games anymore.   [30:00] What have you learned in sobriety?   Julie – When I was drinking, I was not living in reality.  I was just going through the motions.  I have learned that it is possible to live sober and have a clear mind.  I did not want to accept that I would be drinking for the rest of my life and possibly losing my career.   [31:00] What are your rules in sobriety?   Julie – Attitude is everything and I am learning as much as I can.   [33:38] Do you have a bucket list?   Julie – I would like to get out of my comfort zone more, try meditation and yoga.   [34:47  ] Rapid Fire Round What was your worst memory from drinking? withdrawing while in the pysch ward Did you ever have an “oh-shit” moment? every day was an oh shit moment What’s your plan moving forward? staying active and reading What’s your favorite resource in recovery? RE podcast and the private FB group What’s the best advice you’ve ever received (on sobriety)? do not feel like you have to do it all at once What parting piece of guidance can you give listeners who are in recovery or thinking about quitting drinking? take the first steps and worry about tomorrow when it gets here You might be an alcoholic if….. you loathe the existence of everyone at the gas station because when they see you, they know that you cannot drink normally Resources mentioned in this episode: Recovery Elevator Retreat Connect with Cafe RE- Use the promo code Elevator for your first month free Sobriety Tracker iTunes Sobriety Tracker Android Sober Selfies! - Send your Sober Selfie and your Success Story to info@recoveryelevator.com Good Reads to Check Out: Blackout, This Naked Mind, Beyond the Influence     “We took the elevator down, we gotta take the stairs back up, we can do this!”  

Jesse Peters of Eco Firma may not be a user of cannabis products, but he was born into it. Officials found five kilos (about 11 pounds) under his crib. Dad took the big felony (which, through a family connection somehow mysteriously disappeared) and Mom got a misdemeanor. It was so ubiquitous Jesse was in middle school before he knew not everybody had a pot plant in their backyard! With that incredible background, plus careers in firefighting and being a Marine gunnery sergeant, Jesse has seen a lot and he’s quite confident in seeing around the corner. He knew the cannabis industry would be legalized and began to prepare for the eventuality. And he’s an organizer, convincing people in the industry and the government agencies to work together to create a climate of professionalism and education which respects the legitimate use of the plant. That’s why he believes the Oregon model is going to be adopted by more and more states. So what’s around the next corner? Among other things, recognizing that cannabis is a safe plant and treat it as such, including labeling. Getting the banking industry comfortable with handling cannabis business. And getting cannabis de-scheduled completely to keep it from being owned by Big Pharma. Eco Firma: http://www.ecofirmafarms.com/ Was a firefighter and gunnery sergeant in the Marines prior to the growing business I was BORN into the cannabis business. There were five keys (kilos) under my crib when the law came. My Dad got a felony and my Mom a misdemeanor. I didn’t know until middle school that not EVERYONE had a pot plant in their backyard. We started as a collective farm with nine locations Politics is huge and getting huger. If you’re not involved, you’re on the backend of the slope I’m not a user! Being a cash business is a tremendous drain on time. You can’t borrow money if your crop goes bad; your ability to grow and breath is gone The industry is growing so fast, you can’t take any money off the table We should all help each other in this business because we are not the REAL competition. When the real competition shows up, we’re going to look at each other and say, “Let’s merge” Big Pharma, Big Alcohol and Big Tobacco are all just watching right now California and Florida are the two big swing states right now Cannabis needs to be DE-scheduled, not Schedule 2. That will only make it owned by Big Pharma The learning curve and high fees are going to make larger facilities very expensive Packaging is a nightmare; rules keep changing daily You can’t let vendors know what you do Oregon has the BEST program right now, creating the model for all to follow Oregon and Washington should be THE big growers and should be a huge export crop because of water rights issues in Northern California

Dan Goldman and Alex Kreit join host Kris Lotlikar to talk about the latest comments from Attorney General Jeff Sessions and how Big Alcohol might be affected by legal marijuana. Produced by Shea Gunther.

The movement to legalize marijuana appears to be on a roll, despite a defeat this week in Ohio. It's already America's fastest growing commodity, which has the original legalization movement worried that Big Pot could turn out to be just like Big Alcohol or Big Tobacco. In an economy based on the profit motive, will legalization have unintended consequences?