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In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara talks about how so much of her drinking was rooted in habit, and how learning to change those habits helped her build an alcohol-free life. Inspired by James Clear's book Atomic Habits, this episode explores why quitting drinking is not just about one big decision. It is about creating small, repeatable systems that support the person you are becoming. Sara shares how daily gratitude, affirmations, new routines, and identity-based habits helped her move away from drinking and start seeing herself as someone who simply does not drink. She also breaks down James Clear's four laws of behavior change and shows how to use them to build alcohol-free habits while making drinking less automatic, less appealing, and harder to return to. If you have ever felt stuck in the same drinking patterns, this episode will help you see that change does not have to happen overnight. Small choices, repeated consistently, can completely shift your life. In this episode, you'll hear about: Why alcohol can feel more like a habit than an addiction for many people How small daily actions compound over time Why your systems matter more than willpower How to start seeing yourself as a non-drinker Simple habit swaps for the hardest craving windows How to use James Clear's four laws of behavior change in your alcohol-free journey   Resources and Links: Join the Day Makers Community Looking for alcohol-free support, weekly group coaching calls, and a private community of like-minded alcohol-free badasses? Come join us inside Day Makers. You can try your first two weeks for just $7. CLICK HERE to join. Sara's Favorite Things: https://nomorewasteddays.co/favorites/   Support the Podcast: If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

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Heather Pennell is back on the No More Wasted Days podcast, and this episode feels like catching up with an old friend. In this conversation, Sara and Heather talk about Heather's five-year alcohol-free anniversary, what life has looked like since stepping away from the podcast, and how she has been rebuilding after a season of burnout, health challenges, major life disruptions, and emotional overwhelm. Heather shares what helped her begin to feel more regulated, including slowing down, creating calmer mornings, delaying phone use, supporting blood sugar, and increasing her window of tolerance. She also opens up about emotional sobriety, taking up space, letting go of “nice girl” conditioning, and learning how to live alcohol-free in a way that feels grounded, calm, and sustainable. This episode is a reminder that alcohol-free living is not just about removing alcohol. It is also about learning how to care for your nervous system, protect your energy, and build a life you no longer need to escape from.   Resources and Links: Join the Day Makers Community Looking for alcohol-free support, weekly group coaching calls, and a private community of like-minded alcohol-free badasses? Come join us inside Day Makers. You can try your first two weeks for just $7. CLICK HERE to join.   Work with Heather 1:1 If Heather's story and coaching style spoke to you, check out her one-on-one coaching options for deeper support on your alcohol-free or personal reset journey. CLICK HERE to work with Heather.   Join Heather's Real Life Reset Heather's Real Life Reset is a 40-day group coaching program designed to help you feel more like yourself again by focusing on sleep, mornings, food, anxiety, motivation, habits, and emotional regulation. The next round starts June 15th. CLICK HERE to join the Real Life Reset.   Connect with Heather: Instagram: @heatherpennellcoaching   Support the Podcast: If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

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Ep. 173: The Truth About Long-Term Sobriety Nobody Talks About

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Ready to take your first step toward an alcohol-free life? During the month of May, you can join the Reboot & Refresh: 30 Day Alcohol-Free Challenge for $20 off with the code MAY20. Inside the challenge, you'll get daily videos, daily emails, a printable workbook, and a mindset journal to help you build momentum and confidence in your alcohol-free journey.   Episode Summary: In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara sits down with sobriety content creator Adriana Cavallo for a raw and honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and what happens when you stop numbing yourself with alcohol and weed. Adriana shares her story of developing severe alcohol addiction while working in the restaurant industry, being hospitalized for liver failure at 30 years old, and the long road that followed after trying to moderate, becoming “Cali sober,” and eventually realizing she needed to become fully substance-free. In this episode, we discuss: What it's like trying to quit drinking while working in the restaurant industry Why “special occasion drinking” slowly pulled Adriana back into alcohol The hidden struggles of being “Cali sober” Why weed became another form of escapism How boredom and stillness can actually become peaceful in sobriety The importance of sober community and support Why recovery doesn't have to look perfect or extreme How both Sara and Adriana learned to finally feel comfortable in their own skin This episode is honest, emotional, funny, and incredibly relatable for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol, weed, or escapism in general. You can follow Adriana on Instagram and TikTok at @theadgeofsobriety for more inspiration and support on your alcohol-free journey. Links, Resources, and Sponsors: Join the 30 Day Challenge: https://nomorewasteddays.co/30-day-challenge/ Athletic Brewing: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   If this episode helped you, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it.   ***************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

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I'm celebrating my 7 year alcohol free anniversary on May 13th, and you're invited to celebrate with me.

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If you've ever quit drinking and found yourself struggling with food, body image, or control… this conversation will hit home. In this episode, Sara sits down with sober dietitian Lindsay Sparks (@soberandnourished on Instagram) to unpack the deep connection between alcohol, disordered eating, and the pursuit of control. From growing up in diet culture to navigating sobriety, Lindsay shares how healing her relationship with food ultimately led her to question her drinking, and later, her relationship with weed. This is an honest, layered conversation about what it really means to feel at home in your body without numbing out. In this episode, we talk about: How body image struggles often begin early and are shaped by culture, media, and family influences The restrict–binge cycle and how it mirrors patterns with alcohol Why control (with food or drinking) often backfires The concept of intuitive eating and reconnecting with your body's cues The overlap between disordered eating and alcohol use Why quitting drinking doesn't automatically “fix” your relationship with food Sugar cravings in early sobriety and what your body actually needs Lindsay's journey from alcohol-free to fully substance-free (including quitting weed) The hidden and normalized nature of both diet culture and alcohol use How to approach health, weight, and body changes without obsession or shame Key Takeaways: You're not “failing” at moderation. These cycles are patterns, not personal flaws. Control creates backlash. Whether it's food or alcohol, restriction often leads to overcorrection. Healing isn't about perfection, it's about awareness, consistency, and self-trust. Early sobriety requires nourishment, not punishment. You can build a life where you feel good in your body without numbing, restricting, or obsessing.   Connect with Lindsay: Instagram: @soberandnourished Work with Lindsay through Nourish (telehealth dietitian services) Website coming soon (link will be added in show notes)   Links, Resources, and Sponsors: Join the Day Makers: https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community Athletic Brewing: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Remember, you only get one life. The question isn't “why quit?” It's “why stay disconnected from it?”   ***************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

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What if being alcohol-free didn't feel like a daily battle… but just who you are? In this episode, Sara breaks down the shift from relying on exhausting willpower to stepping into true empowerment, where sobriety feels natural, aligned, and even effortless over time. If you've ever felt like you're “white-knuckling” your way through this journey, this episode gives you practical ways to change that. The 6 Strategies to Move from Willpower → Empowerment: Reframe Your Mindset Shift from “I can't drink” to “I don't drink.” Start seeing your alcohol-free life as an upgrade, not a loss. Strengthen Your Why Get clear on why this matters to you, and make it personal. Your why should feel powerful enough to guide your decisions. Embrace a Growth Identity Focus on who you're becoming. Start living like that version of you now through habits, routines, and hobbies. Automate Your Habits Create routines that reduce decision fatigue. The less you have to decide, the easier it is to stay alcohol-free. Surround Yourself with Empowering Influences Audit your environment, both online and in real life. Choose people, content, and communities that support your growth. Celebrate Identity Shifts Acknowledge your wins, big and small. Reinforce the identity of someone who doesn't drink.   Links, Resources, and Sponsors: Join the Day Makers: https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community Athletic Brewing: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Remember, you only get one life. The question isn't “why quit?” It's “why stay disconnected from it?”   ***************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

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In this episode, Sara sits down with Jessi Hartnett, host of the Honor Your Heart Podcast, to talk about breaking free from cigarettes, weed, and alcohol, and what it really takes to stay free. Jessi shares her journey from perfectionism and burnout to healing, revealing how substances were never the real problem – they were the solution she used to cope. Together, they unpack the emotional roots of addiction, the surprising challenges of quitting weed, and why true freedom comes from learning how to meet your needs in healthier ways. If you've ever felt stuck in a cycle of numbing out, this episode will help you understand what's really going on and how to start reconnecting with your authentic self.   What You'll Learn Why perfectionism and workaholism often fuel substance use The emotional rollercoaster behind drinking, smoking, and using weed The truth about weed withdrawal that no one talks about Why quitting all substances at once can sometimes be more effective How anger can actually help you break free The difference between external success and internal peace Why lasting change requires inner work, not just willpower   Key Takeaway You're not just quitting a substance—you're learning how to come back to yourself.   Connect with Jessi Connect with Jessi Hartnett on social media (@honor_your_heart) You Can Quit Smoking Podcast - https://www.honoryourheart.net/podcast www.honoryourheart.net Honor Your Heart: Your Path to Stop Smoking and Stay Stopped - https://a.co/d/0iIIsM2w Links, Resources, and Sponsors: Join the Day Makers: https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community Athletic Brewing: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Remember, you only get one life. The question isn't “why quit?” It's “why stay disconnected from it?”   ***************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

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Quitting drinking when your partner doesn't can feel isolating, but it's more common than you think. This episode breaks down how to stay grounded in your alcohol-free journey without trying to control or change your partner. Learn how to set boundaries, communicate clearly, and create new ways to connect without alcohol. You'll walk away with practical tools to protect your peace, strengthen your relationship, and build a life that actually feels better without drinking. Links, Resources, and Sponsors: Join the Day Makers: https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community Athletic Brewing: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Remember, you're not too much. You're not broken. And you're not imagining things.   ***************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

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If you've ever quit drinking… started again… and then wondered why it feels harder the next time, this episode is for you. Because it's not about willpower. It's about what's happening in your brain. In this episode, I break down why the start-stop cycle makes cravings, anxiety, and day one feel heavier each time, and how you can finally break that loop. What We Cover Why quitting feels harder every time you restart The dopamine loop that keeps pulling you back in Why anxiety and poor sleep get worse How the start-stop cycle impacts your nervous system The kindling effect (and why it matters) The Core Truth You're not failing. You're reinforcing a loop your brain has learned: Craving → Drink → Relief → Crash → Repeat And each time it repeats, it gets stronger. How to Break the Cycle Consistency over intensity Focus on not drinking today, not forever. Stop relying on willpower Use tools, routines, and support. Shift your identity Start telling yourself: I do not drink. Learn what alcohol is actually doing Knowledge builds confidence and weakens the pull. Links & Resources Join Alcohol-Free April (starts April 1): https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/alcoholfreeapril Athletic Brewing: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.: https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   Final Thought Instead of asking, “Why can't I get this right?” Ask:

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Fifteen years ago, Jeffrey Fermin co-founded OfficeVibe, one of the world's first employee pulse survey platforms. Since then, the HR tech market has exploded with over 200 similar tools, yet global employee disengagement remains stubbornly high. In this very honest episode, Jeffrey joins Al and Leanne to explain why the industry he helped create hasn't solved the problem it promised to fix. We dive into the "subscription economy" traps of HR Tech, the rise of "job hugging" in 2025/26, and why your fancy engagement dashboard might actually be making things worse.

Kim Gravel is the host of a bevy of number-one shows on QVC and is a wildly successful entrepreneur, television personality, motivational speaker, Author, life coach, podcaster, and leader in the fashion and beauty industry. In 2016 Kim partnered with QVC to launch her apparel line Belle by Kim Gravel®, followed by the Belle Beauty® cosmetic line a year later. In five years, Kim has grown her brands from zero to hundreds of millions of dollars in sales. In 1991, Gravel was one of the youngest contestants to become Miss Georgia and later starred in Lifetime Network's hit docuseries Kim of Queens. Her first book, Collecting Confidence has helped women know their voice and purpose, and her latest Christmas children's book is called Maribelle and the Manger which is available on Kim's website. This heartwarming tale captures the true spirit of Christmas, celebrating the power of unity and courage.  The minute she says, "Hey, ya'll," you can feel her authentic personality shining through — but she felt pressure to conform for a stretch of her life. She hid her light and lost her shine.  In the aftermath of the pressures of the pageant scene and a toxic failed marriage, Kim found herself alone in a run-down apartment, and it was there that she started to grow closer to God. and she listened. And as she listened, her life started to change and she began to discover her purpose.  Website: ⁠www.heatherthomson.com⁠ Social Media: IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/⁠                     You Tube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if quitting drinking wasn't the end of the fun… but the beginning of your second act? In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara sits down with Melissa McGowan, also known as The Sober New Yorker. Melissa shares how she transformed her life after alcohol and created a vibrant, joyful lifestyle filled with creativity, travel, community, and confidence. From Broadway dance classes to sober retreats in New York City, Melissa proves that an alcohol-free life can be anything but boring. If you've ever wondered what's possible on the other side of quitting drinking, this conversation will inspire you to think bigger about your own future.   Download Sara's Free 10 Mantras If you're working on shifting your mindset around alcohol, Sara created 10 powerful mantras that helped her in early sobriety. You can download them here:

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Gospel legend Keith Pringle, the artist who had churches across America jumping and shouting—from the choir stand to the pulpit to the congregation—with gospel classics like “Call Him Up” and “Can't Stop Praising His Name,” is featured on this special rewind episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast.Listen as Keith shares powerful and untold stories about getting in trouble for going to night church, playing for the legendary James Cleveland, his experience connected to Aretha Franklin's church legacy, and how he has found a new sense of “Perfect Peace.”You don't want to miss this inspiring, and at times, hilarious conversation.Listen. Subscribe. Share.Download FREE.Follow on Social Media: IG: @linwoods96 X/Twitter: @linwoods Facebook: @Lin WoodsLinkedIn: @Lin. Woods

Perimenopause can feel like a rollercoaster. Mood swings, anxiety, sleep disruptions, and night sweats can leave many women searching for relief. And because our culture constantly tells us that a glass of wine is the perfect way to relax, many women turn to alcohol to cope. But what if that nightly drink is actually making perimenopause symptoms worse? In this episode, Sara breaks down the science behind alcohol and perimenopause, explaining why drinking during this stage of life can intensify symptoms like anxiety, poor sleep, hot flashes, and mood swings. She also shares why midlife women are particularly vulnerable to alcohol's effects and what actually helps support your body and nervous system during this transition. If you've been feeling confused about what's happening in your body during this stage of life, this episode will give you clarity, compassion, and practical steps you can take to feel better.   In This Episode   ➡️ What perimenopause actually is (and why it can start earlier than many women realize) ➡️ Why alcohol hits women harder than men, especially in midlife ➡️ How drinking can worsen hot flashes, sleep issues, anxiety, and mood swings ➡️ Why many women start drinking more in their 40s ➡️ The connection between alcohol and breast cancer risk ➡️ How alcohol disrupts REM sleep and emotional processing ➡️ The role alcohol plays in bone density loss during midlife ➡️ Why nervous system regulation matters more than numbing out with alcohol ➡️ Simple strategies that support your body during perimenopause   What Actually Helps During Perimenopause   Instead of relying on alcohol to cope, research shows that these practices can support your body and hormones during this stage of life: ✨ Prioritizing quality sleep ✨ Regular movement and exercise ✨ Stress-reducing practices like breathwork, yoga, or meditation ✨ Finding connection and community ✨ Talking with a doctor about options like hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

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Today, I'm sitting down with Stefanie Wilder-Taylor, author of the book Drunk-ish and host of the Drunk-ish Podcast.  If you've ever tried to “moderate,” justified blackouts, or worried you wouldn't be fun without alcohol, this conversation will hit home. Stefanie shares how her drinking escalated after becoming a mom, the mental gymnastics of rule-making, and the moment she knew she couldn't keep going. We talk openly about shame, driving drunk, mommy wine culture, and what it really looks like to quit with young kids. In This Episode We Cover: The classic “Are You an Alcoholic?” quiz and how easy it is to talk yourself out of the truth Why moderation became more exhausting than quitting The turning point that changed everything Parenting sober and talking honestly with your kids about alcohol Navigating sex, social life, and identity without drinking The fear of losing your personality and why it doesn't happen Stefanie proves what so many of us eventually discover: alcohol was never the source of the personality. It was just a crutch. Connect with Stefanie ➡️ Connect with Stefanie at https://stefaniewildertaylor.com/

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I quit drinking in 2019. I kept smoking weed. Now I'm one year and five months fully sober. In this episode, I'm answering your real questions about ditching weed, using cannabis as harm reduction, brain fog after quitting, and how to know when it's time to let it go In This Episode:

In today's episode, I sat down with Matt Salis, behavioral health researcher, writer, and co-host of the Untoxicated Podcast. Matt brings a perspective we don't talk about enough: what happens in a relationship when alcohol leaves the picture, especially around emotional safety, masculinity, intimacy, and long-term connection. Unlike my story where Ryan and I quit drinking together, Matt's journey unfolded differently. His wife, Sherri, was not the partner struggling with alcohol. When he quit, he quickly realized that sobriety was only the beginning. Rebuilding trust, repairing emotional damage, and creating safety in his marriage required years of intentional work. And we go there in this conversation. In This Episode, We Discuss:

Enrollment for PUSH to 100, my 100-day alcohol-free challenge, is officially open, and today is the last day to join before we start together on February 10. This challenge will give you enough time to actually experience what an alcohol-free life feels like.

Listen to this week episode as I expose powerful lessons that will change what ever SHIP you are In! These are things NOBODY talks about but if they did….. WHEW CHILLEEE

What happens when you quit drinking and realize the hardest part isn't the alcohol, it's letting go of who you used to be? In this episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, I'm joined by Amy Mashburn, nearly 18 years alcohol-free and co-founder of Upper Left Strength. Amy got sober at just 23 years old, long before sobriety was trendy, and her story offers a powerful perspective on identity, mindset, and what it actually takes to build a life you don't want to escape from. This conversation goes far beyond health and fitness. We talk about the identity shift that comes with quitting drinking, why mindset has to change before your habits do, and how discomfort is often the doorway to real transformation. If you're tired of negotiating with alcohol, half-trying, or feeling stuck between who you were and who you want to become, this episode will land. In this episode, we talk about: ⚡️ What it was like to get sober at 23 and rebuild life from the ground up ⚡️ Why drinking is often a symptom, not the root problem ⚡️ The identity grief that comes with quitting alcohol (and why it's normal) ⚡️ Ego death, perfectionism, and self-sabotage in early sobriety ⚡️ Why women are so hard on themselves and how that fuels relapse and burnout ⚡️ The role of discomfort in lasting change ⚡️ How sobriety reshapes standards in relationships, work, and self-respect ⚡️ Why health and fitness can support sobriety without becoming another extreme ⚡️ What “no more wasted days” really means when time is your most valuable resource A powerful reminder from this episode: You don't quit drinking just to stop drinking. You quit so you can reclaim your time, your energy, and your future. Alcohol takes far more than it gives, and once you see that clearly, it's hard to unsee. About Amy Mashburn: Amy Mashburn is nearly 18 years alcohol-free and the co-founder of Upper Left Strength, a health and fitness company focused on sustainable nutrition, strength training, and mindset work. She works alongside her husband to help people step out of all-or-nothing thinking and build lives rooted in alignment, strength, and self-trust. You can find Amy on Instagram @upperleftamy  and learn more about her work at Upper Left Strength at www.upperleftstrength.com Work with Amy: Upper Left Strength offers customized nutrition, strength training, and mindset support through their app-based coaching and Blueprint membership. This is not a quick fix or diet culture solution, it's real work for people ready to stop starting over. Find out more at www.upperleftstrength.com Ready to go deeper in your alcohol-free journey? Enrollment is open for the PUSH to 100 Alcohol-Free Challenge, starting February 10 and running through May 22. These 100 days are designed to help you walk into summer confident, grounded, and clear. You can sign up at nomorewasteddays.co. If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review or comment on Spotify or YouTube, and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss what's next. Your time matters. Let's stop wasting it.   ***************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial  

This week episode we talk about what comes after getting in “SHIP”. In this episode, we uncover five marriage truths nobody warns you about—from communication struggles to personal growth and everything in between. No sugarcoating, no perfection—just real talk about what it actually takes to build a lasting marriage.➡️The 31 day ReSet your life devotional on Amazon at http://Www.Amazon.com/dp/b0974xdhf5/ ➡️NEED A COACH, https://calendly.com/stepstrong/20min➡️Thoughts or Questions? Email us at Btaraj3657@Gmail.com. Become a Patron:STAY TUNED ---➡️Follow on SOCIAL MEDIA IG: @coachtjblack TikTok: @thetjblack Leave a review here, Google, Spotify Become a Patron:STAY TUNED ---

If you've ever found yourself quietly wondering, “Is my drinking a problem?” this episode is for you. Before we dive in, I want you to know this:

We become lost in SHIPs pleasing our mates because we have not taken the time to know who we are. Let's be honest, a lot of our mates have not taken the time to know who THEY are. This week episode we are focusing on understanding the differences in SHIPs➡️The 31 day ReSet your life devotional on Amazon at http://Www.Amazon.com/dp/b0974xdhf5/ ➡️NEED A COACH, https://calendly.com/stepstrong/20min➡️Thoughts or Questions? Email us at Btaraj3657@Gmail.com. Become a Patron:STAY TUNED ---➡️Follow on SOCIAL MEDIA IG: @coachtjblack TikTok: @thetjblack Leave a review here, Google, Spotify Become a Patron:STAY TUNED ---

The next round of the PUSH to 100 (100-day alcohol free challenge), begins on February 10. This is for you if you're ready to quit drinking with confidence.

Dry January is usually hardest after the initial motivation fades. The first week can be rough with headaches, fatigue, and withdrawal symptoms. The second week often feels better physically, but this is when the “drinking brain” starts whispering, “See? You don't have a problem. You can go back now.” ➡️➡️ This episode is your reminder not to listen to that voice. In today's episode of the No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara shares six practical, mindset-shifting strategies to help you move beyond white-knuckling Dry January and into something far more powerful: joy, clarity, and abundance. These tools are not just for January. They are the same strategies that support long-term alcohol-free living. (Looking for the sign up link to get on the waiting list 

Sara breaks down what really happens in the first 10 days of an alcohol-free journey (beyond the highlight reels and feel-good memes). Most people don't talk about the not-so-glamorous physical and emotional shifts that come up when you stop drinking. But Sara's here to get real—and to empower you with science-backed insights and simple strategies so you can make it through the early days with confidence. She covers:

Relationships can shape you- but they shouldn't erase you. This episode is about self discovery and reconnecting with who you are at your core. ➡️The 31 day ReSet your life devotional on Amazon at http://Www.Amazon.com/dp/b0974xdhf5/ ➡️NEED A COACH, https://calendly.com/stepstrong/20min➡️Thoughts or Questions? Email us at Btaraj3657@Gmail.com. Become a Patron:STAY TUNED ---➡️Follow on SOCIAL MEDIA IG: @coachtjblack TikTok: @thetjblack Leave a review here, Google, Spotify Become a Patron:STAY TUNED ---

If something in your life feels off, if you know you're capable of more but keep feeling held back, Dry January might be the reset you've been looking for. The Dry January Experience is a guided, supportive 30-day alcohol-free challenge designed to help you: Build confidence without relying on willpower Understand what's actually happening in your body and brain Create momentum, clarity, and self-trust Experience what life feels like without alcohol in the way You'll get daily support videos, a printable journal, a workbook, and live coaching calls with me, plus a community that's doing this alongside you. Doors close January 1st at midnight (Pacific). Join now at nomorewasteddays.co/dryjanuary.   Episode Summary As we close out the year, this episode invites you to imagine a different version of yourself. Not a version created by doing more, pushing harder, or fixing yourself, but a version revealed when you remove the one thing that's been quietly draining your energy, confidence, and clarity. In this deeply personal episode, Sara shares: Why 2025 was one of her hardest years emotionally and mentally How anxiety resurfaced in a way that reminded her of her drinking days, and what she did instead of numbing out The story of her last New Year's Eve as a drinker, and how it set the stage for real change Why trying to “drink better” kept her stuck, and why removing alcohol closed the gap between who she was and who she wanted to be This episode introduces the idea of YOU 2.0, the version of yourself that emerges when the noise is gone. Alcohol doesn't create confidence, energy, or freedom. It blocks access to them. Key Takeaways from This Episode Reinvention does not require more habits. Sometimes the biggest upgrade comes from subtraction. Alcohol quietly erodes sleep, emotional regulation, self-trust, and momentum. The distance between your potential and your reality shrinks dramatically when alcohol is removed. You don't have to decide forever. Thirty days is enough to see what's possible. Dry January works because it gives you social permission, structure, and space to reflect. Sara also shares how her alcohol-free journey led to: Greater creativity and clarity Financial and career confidence The creation of No More Wasted Days A deeper connection to who she actually is, not who alcohol told her she was A Question to Sit With Who might you become if alcohol no longer dictated your evenings, your energy, or your emotions? What would feel possible in your life if you trusted yourself again? Join the Dry January Experience If you're curious about who YOU 2.0 might be, Dry January is a powerful and safe place to start. Doors close January 1st at midnight (Pacific). Join here: nomorewasteddays.co/dryjanuary Let's make this the year you stop leaving yourself behind.    ********************************************   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: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

Dené Logan is a Marriage and Family Therapist with an orientation in Depth Psychology (often referred to as ‘The Psychology of the Soul') and author of Sovereign Love: A Guide to Healing Relationships by Reclaiming the Masculine & Feminine Within. Dene has a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and is notably the mentee of acclaimed psychotherapist Esther Perel. Dene and Heather talk about how we begin to heal from an unspoken war of the sexes that's been playing out in our relationships. She shares the patterns she sees playing out in the couples she works with, our blind spots and living our truths. Dené is passionate about sharing tools and strategies to cultivate a good relationship with ourselves, understanding  our partners and the best tools for communication. She is host of the What's My 100% Podcast. You can find Dene at: IG: @Dene.Logan and Denelogan.com  Website: ⁠www.heatherthomson.com⁠ Social Media: IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/⁠                     You Tube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Enrollment is officially open for The Dry January Experience, a guided 30-day alcohol-free reset designed to help you step away from drinking with confidence, clarity, and structure. If you've ever wished alcohol could become something you could “take or leave,” this experience is for you. You'll receive daily emails, short supportive videos, and group coaching calls with Sara to help you navigate cravings, mindset shifts, and real-life triggers without white-knuckling it.

Thinking about starting the new year alcohol-free, but don't want to do it alone? You can still join the Dry January Experience waiting list and be first in line when early enrollment opens on December 19th. Waiting list members receive early access and an exclusive discount.

Dr. Daryl Gioffre is a renowned longevity and gut microbiome specialist, known for his Acid-Kicking approach to nutrition that empowers clients to combat inflammation and unlock their peak health and energy. Once a self-proclaimed "sugar addict," Dr. Gioffre has transformed himself into a champion of wellness and healer for others. He and Heather talk everything about your Gut, Microbiome, Inflammation, Mold, Bad vs Good Oils and What NOT to have in your kitchen, and good substitutes for the toxic items. They also talk about the secret benefits of Propolis. Dr. Gioffre is committed to reshaping the landscape of nutrition and holistic well-being. As the visionary behind the acclaimed Alkamind and Kick Acid Enterprises brands, he combines his expertise in nutrition and his qualifications as a board-certified chiropractor. He is also a bestselling author of Get Off Your Acid and Get Off Your Sugar: Burn the Fat, Crush Your Cravings, and Go From Stress Eating to Strength Eating. Dr. Daryl is offering great discounts for HHH listeners and viewers as discussed in the episode: Dr. Daryl's website: ⁠https://www.getoffyouracid.com/pages/about-dr-daryl⁠ Use code HEATHER15 for a 15% discount on checkout for gut tests and Alkamind products. You can also dm Dr. Daryl on his IG account: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/drdarylgioffre/⁠ Website: ⁠www.heatherthomson.com⁠ Social Media:  IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/⁠                     You Tube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices