Are you trying to drink less alcohol but need some motivation? Or are you curious about sober life? The Not Drinking Today pod provides an invaluable resource to keep you motivated and on track today and beyond. Meg and Bella's guests include neuroscientists, quit-lit authors, journalists, health experts, alcohol coaches and everyday people who have struggled with alcohol but have triumphed over it. Our aim is to support and inspire you to reach your goals to drink less or none at all! Meg a ...
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If you can sense that you're destined for more and curious about how alcohol might be holding you back, then Present and Sober is the podcast for you! Join your hosts Sam and Ellie for a weekly dose of practical mind and body practices that will elevate your daily life and show you the wonder and potential of living life alcohol-free. Let's make life bigger, together!
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Letters from Home is a faith-building podcast sharing everyday stories of faith from people of all walks of life. Life is hard, and on most days, our faith needs a boost. Letters From Home Podcast will bring a new faith story, every other week, from people who love Jesus, of all ages & demographics. You will hear in these stories, their dreams, their failures, their pain, their struggles, their life changing encounters, and their extraordinary moments. You’ll leave each episode encouraged an ...
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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 …
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27/08/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 165 Emotional Sobriety and New Beginnings with Sisters in Sobriety Join Sam and Barry as they explore Barry's journey from the alcohol-fuelled inner-city life to authentic living. Real talk, inspiration, and transformation await! Check out Barry's info... Here. Check out the info for Sam's men's retreat …
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Ever wondered how ADHD manifests differently in children and adults, or between males and females? In our latest episode, we promise to provide those answers and more with the help of our returning guest, Faye Lawrence. Now a specialized coaching therapist, Faye shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD in 2022 and offers a unique perspective…
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If you are sober curious or are on a mission to drink less, you will likely have heard about SMART Recovery, an evidenced based recovery method that is as an alternative to other recovery programs, including 12 step programs. Or perhaps you've attended a SMART Recovery meeting or two? Today we are joined by April Long, the CEO of SMART Recovery and…
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13/08/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 164 Emotional Sobriety and New Beginnings with Sisters in Sobriety We're diving deep into emotional sobriety with special guests Sonia and Kathleen aka 'Sisters in Sobriety'. Learn how to find healthy coping mechanisms, redefine stress, and embrace new beginnings for a fulfilling alcohol-free life. Check…
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What experiences led Danielle Fleming, a former heavy drinker in the hospitality industry, to transform her life and become a pregnancy sobriety coach? Discover Danielle's powerful story of resilience and change as she opens up about the grip alcohol had on her and the life-altering moment of realizing she was pregnant in January 2020. Hear how she…
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Today we talk to Lyndi Cohen, AKA The Nude Nutritionist, about making peace with food and booze. Lyndi helps people to farewell binge and emotional eating and to find a healthier and more balanced way to think about and approach food, based on self-compassion, acceptance and kindness. Lyndi also happens to be an alcohol-free woman. Lyndi opens up a…
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30/07/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 163 Your Sober Rebellion with Sam Goldfinch Join Sam and Terri as they dive into the essence of innate health, the power of processing emotions, and the difference between seeking external pleasure and finding internal peace. Check out the info for the men's retreat (more detailed info at the bottom of s…
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Ever wondered how embracing patience, persistence, and resilience can transform your life? Join us as we speak with Mags Sheridan, an embodiment coach whose journey of quitting alcohol and embracing sobriety since 2016 has profoundly reshaped her world. Mags delves into her extensive involvement with SMART Recovery, a program that employs cognitive…
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Hello Sunday Morning's (HSM) CEO, Dr Nicole Lee, joins Not Drinking Today to talk about the remarkable work HSM does to support individuals to drink less. HSM's mission is to aim to change the world's relationship with alcohol one Sunday at a time! This is exactly what HSM does via its incredible Daybreak App, research, weekly blogs and social medi…
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02/07/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 162 Healing Addiction Through Words with Skye Nicholson Join Sam and Skye as they tackle stress, addiction, and poetry's power, exploring the transformative journey of sobriety and creative expression. Check out the info for the men's retreat (more info at bottom of shownotes). Here. Check out Skye's lin…
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Can a passion for local flavors and a desire for inclusivity redefine an entire industry? Join us as we sit down with Carolyn Whiteley, the visionary co-founder of Seadrift Distillery, to explore her transformative journey from a career in global spirits marketing to pioneering the non-alcoholic beverage movement in Australia. Carolyn opens up abou…
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Transforming his life in January 2019, David Wilson, Certified Grey Area Drinking Coach and Public Speaker, is dedicated to motivating others to transform their lives, overcome personal challenges and embrace life with a renewed mindset. His Top 10 Apple Podcast 'One For The Road' reaches a global audience with over 300K downloads in the first year…
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02/07/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 161 Overcoming Childhood Trauma with Justin Long Join Sam and Ellie as they explore Justin Long's journey through trauma, addiction, and transformation. Discover the power of forgiveness, therapy, and self-love in this inspiring, heartfelt episode ❤️ - grab those tissues! Check out the info for the men's…
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What if your dependence on alcohol not only jeopardised your health but also strained your most treasured relationships? This week, we have the privilege of speaking with Kate Nichols, an inspiring alcohol recovery coach who shares her heartfelt journey from university drinking habits to a life of sobriety. Kate's candidness about hiding her drinki…
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18/06/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 160 Susan Anderson: Taming the Outer Child Join Sam, Ellie, and special guest Susan Anderson as they explore inner and outer child dynamics, the path to authentic self-love, and overcoming abandonment issues. Join the FB group for extra discussion... Here. Check out Susan's work and programs... Here. Now…
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* This is not the best topic to listen to on speaker with your kids in the background! ** If the topic of sex is triggering for you, then perhaps hit pause and move to another episode OK, SOBER SEX… Let’s talk about it. Why?! Because it comes up a lot. Discreetly and tentatively at first but it presents as a major issue often when alcohol is remove…
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18/06/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 160 Dry but High with Matt Pink This week on Present and Sober, we dive into Matt Pink's inspiring journey from addiction to becoming a sober coach, bestselling author, and co-founder of the 'Dry - app'. Discover how personal transformation, a spiritual awakening, and community support can pave the way t…
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Have you ever wondered how societal norms around drinking are subtly shaping your habits? This week, we're thrilled to welcome Ellie Crow from the Present and Sober Podcast. Ellie, a This Naked Mind senior certified coach, bravely opens up about her gradual shift from casual social drinking to using alcohol as a coping mechanism after becoming a mo…
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11/06/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 159 Beyond Self-Hatred With RJ Zimmerman Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with RJ Zimmerman about the power of forgiveness, moving beyond self-hatred, building an alcohol-free community, and parenting with vulnerability. You can now join the P&S $12 Membership for loads of cool bonus stuff. monthly live Q…
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What drives a successful lawyer to reveal a hidden struggle with addiction? In this compelling episode, we sit down with Lisa Smith, author of the acclaimed memoir "A Girl Walks Out of a Bar," who bravely shares her journey from the high-stakes world of law to battling alcohol and cocaine addiction. The book recounts her descent into and recovery f…
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14/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 158 Celebrate the Small Wins to stay Present & Sober! This week, we're exploring the power of reflecting on the 'small wins' we receive from living a life present and sober. This one simple trick is key to building momentum and positive feeling on your alcohol-free journey! You can now join the P&S $12 M…
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Join us as we chat with Eliza Parkinson, an alcohol mindset coach, who shares her journey from social drinking in her teens to the pressures of "mommy drinking culture" during motherhood. Eliza faced emotional turmoil, especially after her second child was diagnosed with special needs, and turned to alcohol to cope. Discover how Eliza realised that…
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27/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 157 Meg Webb: From Social Anxiety to Self-Love Join Meg Webb and Ellie as they explore self-love, overcoming social anxiety, and the transformative power of retreats, all while finding beauty within and living authentically without alcohol. Meg's Stuff! Megan Webb: https://glassfulfilled.com.au Instagram…
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Have you ever felt the grip of an alcohol craving, only to feel powerless against it? In this episode, we explore the empowering technique of 'surfing the urge'. This technique is backed by by science. It alters your brain's circuitry to allow greater control over impulses and emotional regulation so that you can hit pause between a craving and kno…
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21/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 156 Maisie Hill: POWERFUL Join Sam, Ellie, and special guest Maisie Hill as they explore boundaries, stress, and sobriety's role in personal growth and self-discovery. Let's Dive deep into resilience and authentic living and take your power back from alcohol! Maisie's links... BOOK: https://maisiehill.co…
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Today, we have the honor of speaking with William Porter, the insightful author of "Alcohol Explained." William spent years in the throes of his own drinking career, unknowingly gathering the research and experiences that would later form the foundation of his life-changing book. In this episode William is generous in his knowledge and wisdom. Will…
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14/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 155 Ellie Goes on Retreat in Thailand! This week, Ellie and Sam explore a key truth in sobriety: it's not about the number of alcohol-free days we get, but the intention behind them. We answer Bev's question from our membership group, discussing why behaviour isn't the best metric for success and how foc…
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Have you ever woken up at 3am with a pounding heart and a regretful mind, questioning your decision to indulge in those extra drinks? Or found yourself promising to cut back, only to slip back into old habits when stress kicks in? Today Bella talks about her 10 unmistakable red flags that signal it's time to reevaluate your relationship with alcoho…
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07/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 154 Cole Harvey: Exploring Internal Family Systems Discover the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) as we unravel the journey of self-discovery and sobriety with guest Cole Harvey on today's episode of Present & Sober. Dive deep into the methods and benefits of IFS in overcoming alcohol…
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I never imagined that so many special memories in my life would be a blur. The harsh reality of alcohol-induced blackouts left a mark on what should have been some of the clearest and happiest days of my life. Tune in as I, Meg, unravel the harrowing connection between these blackouts and anxiety, and the role they've played in my own journey. It's…
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30/4/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 153 Toni Will: The 6 Pillars of Sobriety In this week's episode of Present & Sober, Toni Will, GM of the Kalamazoo Wings Pro hockey Team, delves into her powerful sobriety journey, the 6 pillars of sobriety, and overcoming adversity in our professional lives. We explore leadership, courage, and finding jo…
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Veronica Valli, a recovery coach with nearly 24 years of sobriety, and one of the "originals" of the modern alcohol free movement, joins us to share how she maintains her sober practice after all these years. Hint - she's written about how she does it in her insightful book, Soberful, which talks about 5 pillars of a sustainable sobriety, that Vero…
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23/04/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 152 The Paradox of Sobriety: It’s Not Just About Quitting Drinking This week, Ellie and Sam explore a key truth in sobriety: it's not about the number of alcohol-free days we get, but the intention behind them. We answer Bev's question from our membership group, discussing why behaviour isn't the best me…
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Struggling with alcohol can feel like a lonely battle, but Margie Colthorpe's story offers hope and community. In our latest episode, she shares her courageous journey from addiction to recovery. Margie's turning point came with a medical emergency, which prompted her to embrace self-acceptance and embark on a path of enlightenment. Her story is a …
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16/04/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 151 How did Sam and Ellie Meet? Join us as we reminisce about our serendipitous meeting, share hilarious anecdotes, and reflect on how and why we started the Present & Sober podcast. A fun and heartwarming behind-the-scenes look at our journey (that includes you, listeners!). You can now join the P&S $12…
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When Emma Gilmour of Hope Rising Coaching joined us, she didn't just bring a big laugh (and that we did many of!) — she brought an open conversation about her recent autism diagnosis, raising neurodivergent children, perimenopause, giving up alcohol and finding calm in a chaotic world! Sigh... Emma is just awesome. We talk about parenting children …
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09/04/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 150 Andy Ramage: Unleashing Your Alcohol-Free Potential Embarking on an alcohol-free journey can be transformative, not just for the body, but for the mind and soul too - and that's the heart of today's conversation on Present & Sober. Join us as we dive deep with Andy Ramage, a leading voice in the sobr…
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Have you ever felt the weight of a wine glass tug not just at your hand but your entire life? Susan, our incredible guest and This Naked Mind certified coach, bravely opens up about her transition from stress-induced drinking to a vibrant alcohol-free existence, offering an intimate look at the liberation that comes with breaking free from the bott…
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02/04/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 149 Ruby Williams: Alcohol, Weight-Loss, and Living Your Best Life In this powerful episode of Present & Sober, we dive deep with Coach Ruby, exploring overcoming addiction, losing weight, and finding joy in sobriety - no matter our past! Join us as we unpack the struggles, victories, and invaluable less…
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Today we talk to Jen Hirst! Jen is an open book when it comes to her experience with alcohol addiction. She says it like it is and discusses how she recovered with transparency. This is what drew me to Jen. Her honesty about how dark it got has been such an inspiration for many who can relate and say 'yep me too!". Jen now dedicates her time to hel…
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26/03/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 148 Jeff Bowersox: Embracing Playfulness in Sobriety This week the one and only Jeff Bowersox returns to candidly share the profound changes sobriety has brought to his relationship with his partner, Tammy, and how they're embracing a playfulness-filled life. We dive into the beauty of recovery, the impo…
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Imagine waking up to a life where the haze of alcohol no longer clouds your clarity, a life where wellness and sobriety walk hand in hand. That's the transformative journey Trish Tucker May, nutritionist and founder of Passion4Juice, shares with us in a revealing conversation about the complexities of alcohol addiction and the pursuit of health. Tr…
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19/03/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 147 Getting Day One Done Present and Sober! Embarking on the journey to a present and sober life can feel monumental and like an uphill struggle - but it doesn't have to! us on today's Present & Sober podcast as we delve into the critical strategies and mindset shifts needed for conquering 'Day One' of a…
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Justine Whitchurch was on our TVs in the 90's, thriving on the surface, but drinking to soothe anxiety and OCD underneath. In this episode, Justine's story reveals the harsh realities of addiction—how it can lead us to isolation, shame, near death — and turn us into someone we hardly recognise. As with many of us, Justine's dependence on alcohol sl…
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12/03/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 146 A Sober Spring: Embracing Change As we spring into a new season, we're diving into the joy of embracing life without alcohol on this episode of Present & Sober. Join hosts Sam and Ellie as they share inspirational insights, practical tips, and humorous reflections on living fully present and sober in…
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Have you ever reached for a glass of wine to wash away the blues, only to find the weight of the world heavier on your shoulders? It's a story many of us know all too well. In our latest chat, Meg unravels the intricate ties between alcohol and depression, making sense of how this coping mechanism can backfire and deepen our struggles with mental h…
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05/03/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 145 How to Deal with Disappointment Disappointment touches us all, from the sting of unmet expectations to the pangs of life's unpredictability. Join us as we unpack the complexities of disappointment, and discuss how it can be a gateway to personal growth and a more mindful, alcohol-free lifestyle. You …
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When Janet Grand swapped her hectic London life for Cape Town, little did she know that her own journey to sobriety would inspire the birth of Tribe Sober, a fabulous sober community, supporting individuals to feel less alone as they embark on their mission to drink less alcohol. Janet talks about the power of connection as a motivating force to he…
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27/02/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 144 Working with the Shadow In today's episode, we're diving deep into the concept of working with our shadow selves, a crucial step for growth and understanding on the path to a fulfilled, alcohol-free life. Join us as we unveil the transformative power of embracing our inner complexities and discuss ho…
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