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Imagine meeting yourself... 20 years after your last drink. What would she tell you? That all your problems disappeared? Nope. Apparently... They get classier. Today we're talking with Alysse Bryson, founder of The Sober Curator, who's had a front-row seat to 20 years of sobriety AND the cultural revolution happening around it. We're getting into: Why sober life gets bigger, not perfectThe “whack-a-mole” of habits after alcoholWhy Hollywood still gets sobriety wrongReinventing yourself in midlifeAnd what happens when simply “not drinking” becomes... “Now what?”Because maybe sobriety isn't about finally figuring everything out. Maybe it's about discovering how much more there is to become. _______ Guest Resources for Alysse Bryson- Website: https://www.alyssebryson.com/ The Sober Curator Website: https://thesobercurator.com/ The Sober Curator Podcast: https://thesobercurator.com/recovery-podcastland-network/sober-curator-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesobercurator/ We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

He seemed pretty great in the beginning. He helped you:  Relax  Have fun  Feel confident  Celebrate  Forget your worries Then things changed. Suddenly he was:  Wrecking your sleep  Fueling your anxiety  Taking more than he gave  Leaving you with regrets If this were a man, your friends would probably say: “Why are you still with him?” Plot twist... We’re talking about alcohol. Today, we’re looking at the whole relationship:  The honeymoon  The red flags  The excuses  The breakup  And why we keep going back Because you may love wine... But does alcohol love you back? _______ ✨ Here's the link to schedule a call with Coach Susan: https://calendly.com/susanlarkincoaching/30min We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

He’s attractive. ✔️ The chemistry is HOT. ✔️ You’re already imagining date number two. ✔️ But… --Do you actually LIKE him? --Do you trust him? --Are you compatible? Or did two glasses of wine and a whole lot of chemistry just make those questions harder to answer? Today, we're talking about dating alcohol-free with my own dating coach, Krysia Shaw. And we're getting into: ❤️ Why chemistry isn’t compatibility ❤️  The Head, Heart & Heat dating method ❤️  How alcohol can blur red flags ❤️ What to say when a date asks why you don't drink ❤️ And why it is NEVER too late to find love Because maybe getting alcohol-free doesn't just change how you date… Maybe it changes WHO you choose. Let's get into it. _______ Guest Resources for Krysia Shaw- Website: https://dateyourdestiny.com/ Midlife Dating Reset (FREE GIFT): https://theleap.co/creator/DateYourDestiny/digital_download/dating-not-working-the-midlife-dating-reset Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachkrysia/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dateyourdestiny/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krysias/ We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

What happens when wine wasn’t just part of date night...  it was part of your sex life? Maybe it helped you:  Relax  Feel sexy  Get out of your head  Forget about your body And then you get sober and think... “Wait... how do I do THIS without alcohol?” Today, we’re asking the questions women often whisper, but rarely say out loud:  🔥 Where did my sex drive go?  🔥 How do I feel sexy without wine?  🔥 What if my partner still drinks?  🔥 And... is sex actually better sober? Our guest is Cindi Roberts, the Sober Sexpert, with 30+ years in sexual health education and nearly a decade of sobriety.  Body confidence. Dating. Desire. Menopause. Intimacy. Sober sex. Nothing is off the table today. Yep... we’re going there. Let’s get into it. _____________ Guest Resources for Cindi Roberts- Website: http://www.cindiroberts.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sobersexpert/ We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

I'll love myself when... ...I lose the weight. ...I stop drinking. ...I get my shit together. ...I finally become the woman I think I should be. Sound familiar? Here's the problem: What if you don't have to change first... to deserve your own love? This month on Sober & Lit, we're talking dating, sex, intimacy and relationships. But we're starting with the relationship underneath ALL of them: The one you have with yourself. In this episode we're getting curious about: Why we give everyone else compassion... except ourselvesHow alcohol can quietly break self-trustWhy alcohol doesn't actually “fix” what you're feelingHow boundaries can be an act of self-love 💕 If you want to explore self-love in your sobriety journey, book a free discovery call with Coach Ruby. 🧡 Here's the link to schedule a call with Coach Ruby: https://coachingwithruby.com/Chat We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

The Messy Middle Nobody tells you sobriety has a tough middle season. In this episode, Susan Larkin and Ruby Williams talk about what happens after the initial excitement fades and the real work begins. They normalize the awkward, discouraging stretch where progress is still happening even when it does not feel glamorous. They discuss why the messy middle is a normal part of alcohol-free life, how self-compassion helps more than shame, and why coaching can keep you moving when your brain wants to quit.  Key Topics Discussed: Messy middle - The middle phase of alcohol-free life where progress is real but rarely glamorous.Window of tolerance - The growing capacity to feel stress and discomfort without drinking.Data points - Reframing slips or urges as information instead of failure.Co-regulation - The stabilizing effect of support, accountability, and being witnessed by a coach or community.Susan shares this is her favorite part to coach women through!  If you are struggling in the messy middle or you went back to drinking and want help getting AF again, book a clarity call to chat with Susan: here: https://calendly.com/susanlarkincoaching/30min  We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

What if you're never going to feel completely ready to quit drinking? You keep waiting... After vacation. After the wedding. When work calms down. Next Monday. But here's the twist: Motivation doesn't create action. Action creates motivation. In this episode, we're sharing 3 ways to finally get fired up without rock bottom, more willpower, or beating yourself up: Make one decision from self-love.Borrow hope until you have your own.Replace pressure with curiosity.And Ruby shares the fascinating bamboo story that may completely change how you see all those times you thought you “failed.” Because maybe you haven't been failing at all... maybe you've been growing roots. If you've been waiting for some magical moment when you'll finally feel ready to change your drinking... this is your "get lit" episode. 🧡 Here's the link to schedule a call with Coach Ruby: https://coachingwithruby.com/Chat We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

Could the best years of your life still be ahead of you? Most women think going alcohol-free means giving something up... What if it's actually the beginning of becoming someone you've never met before? ✨ In this episode we sit down with Lorna Wilson, a life and alcohol-free coach from Canada whose journey into sobriety began in midlife. You'll discover: • Why alcohol often keeps women playing smaller than they're meant to. • How midlife can become the doorway to purpose, reinvention, and possibility. • Why your inner critic may be the only thing standing between you and your future self. • The powerful coaching questions that help women dream again... at any age. If you've ever wondered... ✨ "Is it too late for me?" ✨ "Have I missed my chance?" ✨ "What if there's still something more?" This conversation may be exactly what your future self has been waiting for.  ______ Guest Resources for Lorna Wilson- Website: http://lornawilsoncoaching.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LornaWilsonCoaching We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

Ever notice how boredom seems to whisper... "Have a drink?" What if that urge has less to do with boredom... and more to do with how alcohol has trained your brain? In this episode of Sober & Lit, Ruby and Susan unpack why everyday life can feel dull after years of drinking... and why that's not your fault. Inside this conversation: • Why alcohol rewires your brain's reward system • The surprising upside of boredom • Coach Ruby's powerful 4 Boredom Buckets coaching tool • Simple ways to create new habits that actually stick If weekends, quiet afternoons, or "nothing to do" moments are your biggest drinking triggers, this episode could completely change how you see boredom... and yourself. ______ Do you find yourself reaching for a drink simply because you're bored? Download my FREE Alcohol & Boredom Worksheet to discover what's really driving the urge... and explore simple, meaningful ways to create a life that feels more fulfilling than a glass of wine. 🧡 Get your free worksheet now: https://coachingwithruby.com/AlcoholBoredom We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

What happens when the person everyone turns to for help is quietly falling apart? Doctors spend their lives caring for others... but who cares for them? In this powerful episode of Sober & Lit, we sit down with Dr. Valerie Brooke, who bravely shares the story she kept hidden for years. Together we explore: • The silent relationship between alcohol and depression • Why high achievers often struggle in secret • The fear of asking for help when your career is on the line • How honesty became the first step toward healing She was the doctor... but no one saw her pain. From the outside, Dr. Valerie Brooke had a successful medical career. Behind the scenes, she was battling depression, alcohol, and the overwhelming pressure to appear strong. You won't want to miss this conversation! ______ Guest Resources for Valerie Brooke- Substack: https://substack.com/@drvaleriebrooke Instagram: @drvjbrooke Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvjbrooke/ We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

What if you're not stuck... just unheard? You know alcohol isn't helping. You've read the books. You've learned the science. You've tried to change. So why do the same patterns keep coming back? In this episode of Sober & Lit, Susan and Ruby explore the missing piece that many alcohol-free journeys overlook: Why knowing isn't always enoughThe hidden beliefs that quietly fuel drinkingHow self-compassion creates lasting changeA simple practice to soothe your inner critic instead of fighting itIf you're ready to stop battling yourself and start healing from the inside out, this episode will meet you with hope, compassion, and a new perspective on what true alcohol freedom looks like.  We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

What if your best vacation didn't include alcohol? If the thought of traveling without wine, cocktails, or all-inclusive drinks sounds impossible... this episode might surprise you. Join Susan and Ruby as they chat with Darci Murray, founder of Hooked Travel, about how going alcohol-free transformed the way she experiences the world.  Together they explore: Why alcohol-free travel is more fun than you thinkHow to enjoy vacations without feeling like you're missing outFinding deeper connection, adventure, and presence on every tripPractical tips for creating unforgettable alcohol-free experiencesCould giving up alcohol actually make your vacations better? Tune in to discover why more women are choosing to travel alcohol-free... and coming home with memories they never want to forget.  ______ Guest Resources for Darci Murray of Hooked Travel- Email: [email protected] Website: https://hooked-on-travel.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hookedalcoholfreetravel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hookedalcoholfreetravel We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

You're eating better. Exercising more. Maybe you've even had bariatric surgery... so why is the scale still moving in the wrong direction? In this episode of Sober & Lit, Ruby and Susan uncover one of the most overlooked contributors to midlife weight gain... alcohol. Together, they explore how alcohol affects your metabolism, hormones, sleep, cravings, and recovery, and why it can quietly sabotage your health goals... even when you're doing everything else "right." You'll discover: Why alcohol impacts weight differently after 40The surprising connection between alcohol and bariatric surgeryHow hormones, sleep, and cravings work togetherWhy this isn't about willpower... and what you can do insteadIf you've ever wondered... "Why can't I lose weight anymore?" "Is it menopause... or is it alcohol?" "Could alcohol be the missing piece?" This conversation will leave you with a new perspective, practical insights, and hope that feeling healthier, lighter, and more energized may be closer than you think. Listen in! _____ Wondering if alcohol could be affecting your weight, hormones, or energy more than you realized? Download my FREE Alcohol & Weight Gain Worksheet to uncover the hidden ways alcohol may be impacting your body... and start making choices from clarity instead of frustration. 🧡 Get your free worksheet now: https://coachingwithruby.com/AlcoholWeightGain We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

What if the hardest part about becoming alcohol-free isn't giving up alcohol... ...it's letting go of the identity that came with it? In this episode of Sober & Lit, Susan and Ruby answer a listener question that so many women quietly struggle with: "Why do I feel embarrassed to call myself alcohol-free?" Together they explore why our brains worry so much about fitting in, how limiting beliefs shape our identity, and why becoming alcohol-free is less about losing something... and more about rediscovering who you've been all along. You'll learn: • Why fear of judgment keeps us stuck • How to stop mind-reading other people's opinions • A simple mindset shift that builds lasting confidence • Practical coaching tools to help you feel proud, authentic, and free If you've ever wondered... "Will people think I'm boring?" "Who am I without alcohol?" "How do I stop caring what everyone else thinks?" This conversation may completely change the way you think about your alcohol-free journey.  We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

You have the career. The family. The responsibilities. So why does that glass of wine feel harder to say no to? In this episode of Sober & Lit, we're exploring the hidden connection between alcohol, anxiety, and women. You'll discover: Why anxiety can quietly increase drinkingHow alcohol becomes a coping habitThe surprising science behind "telescoping"Why this isn't a willpower problemSimple tools to calm anxiety without alcoholIf you've ever thought: "Why am I drinking more than I want to?""Why does alcohol help... and then make everything worse?""Why can't I seem to break the cycle?"This episode offers hope, science, and practical strategies to help you understand what's really happening beneath the habit and how to find relief without relying on alcohol. You don't have to worry about forever just today. Try the Skip the Sip Guide to take tonight off!  We Love Hearing From You Don't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit!  Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community!  Connect with the Podcast Hosts: Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/ Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan Follow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoaching It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.