I Quit Wine Podcast
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045 Think Less to Drink Less- How to Change Your Relationship with Alcohol Quickly
In today’s episode, I’m diving into a truth that took me years to understand:
👉 When you think less, you drink less. Not because you suddenly gain more willpower… but because you stop getting trapped in the mental loops that keep you reaching for a glass.
044 Imagine 100 Days of Freedom From Alcohol
In this episode, I talk about one of my favourite tools for staying alcohol-free: playing it forward. If you want more clarity, more energy, and a calmer relationship with yourself, this episode will really support you.
043 The ‘When & Why’ of the last time I drank alcohol
n this episode of the I Quit Wine podcast, I take you behind the scenes of my own story—the emotional reasons behind the last time I drank alcohol, and how understanding this completely changed my relationship with drinking.
#042 Finding Freedom: A Conversation With Sober Coach Gillian
In this episode, I chat with Gillian Cockburn, a sober coach who’s been alcohol-free for over five years. Her story is such a powerful example of what’s possible when you decide to question your relationship with alcohol — and choose a different path.
#041 Why You Avoid Emotions & Drink
In this episode, I dive into a big one – why so many of us use alcohol to avoid or numb emotions. It could be anxiety, stress, worry, or even the “good” feelings like joy and excitement. For a while, wine might feel like it takes the edge off, but the relief never lasts – and the consequences can be heavy…
#040 Not drinking on holiday & what to do instead
Struggle with drinking while on holiday? In this episode of I Quit Wine, I share my experience of protecting sobriety, explain emotional sobriety, and introduce my I Quit Wine Collective for support beyond “just not drinking”…
#039 The Question to Ask Yourself That Changes Everything with Drinking
In this episode, I dive into a powerful question that changed everything for me in my sobriety journey—and how it might shift things for you too…
#038 Doing Big Things Without Alcohol
In this episode of I Quit Wine, I’m sharing all about a huge personal milestone—my son’s wedding—and how I navigated the entire multi-day celebration completely alcohol-free…
#037 How Sally Quit Wine & Her Number 1 Tip
In this episode, I’m joined by the lovely Sally German, a coach who shares her inspiring journey of quitting alcohol and how journaling became a powerful part of her recovery and personal growth…
#036 Your Questions Answered: How Hard is it to Stopping Drinking? Can I Reset my Drinking?
One of the most common questions I receive is: “I’m on day 10 for the 10th time—will it always be this hard?” If you’re asking yourself the same thing…
#035 Finding Joy Beyond the Glass: Relearning Happiness Without Wine
In this episode, I discuss the challenges of quitting alcohol and discovering true joy in life without wine, particularly for women in midlife and menopause. Many women struggle to imagine a fulfilling life without alcohol, viewing it as their “best friend” and main source of joy. However, breaking free from this dependence opens the door to a richer, more meaningful life—though it takes time, reflection, and support.