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Welcome to Episode 25 of the "Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast" with your hosts, Ruby and Susan. In this episode, they explore the concept of boredom and its connection to alcohol consumption. In answering a listener's question: "I went over 30 days about a year and a half ago. I'm losing control again. I have been for a while. Need to just stop. I want to be the best me I can be without alcohol keeping me from achieving it. I have realized that boredom is a huge trigger for me as I sat here on my normal day drinking Saturday. What strategies can help me cope with boredom, especially during the times when I drink out of being bored?"

Maybe you can relate? In answering the hosts share strategies for interrupting the cycle of boredom drinking and self-sabotage, emphasizing the importance of finding joy and pleasure without resorting to alcohol. The hosts delve into the impact of dopamine on the brain and the significance of gratitude. They encourage listeners to create a personalized toolbox of coping mechanisms and share their experiences with daily practices. In addition, Ruby and Susan discuss the importance of identifying projects and hobbies to engage in, the significance of physical movement, and the role of self-reflection in breaking the cycle of drinking. As alcohol freedom coaches, they aim to help listeners break free from alcohol and feel "lit," healthier, freer, and more in control. Tune in as they invite listeners to try their tactics, share feedback, and join them in their facebook group!

We want to hear from you! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and ask us any questions you have about breaking free from wine or living an alcohol-free lifestyle. Your question could be the highlight of a future episode!

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Find community and connection on the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/feellitalcoholfreepodcast

Websites:
Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com/
Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/

Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusan
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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.

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Dive into the vibrant world of the “Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast,” your ultimate guide to embracing the exhilarating journey of sobriety. In today’s riveting episode, they answer a listener's question: "How can I overcome the belief that life without alcohol will lack the fun and ease that I’ve grown accustomed to during happy hours throughout my upbringing?" Our dynamic duo, Coach Ruby and Coach Susan, dismantle the age-old myth that true fun is found at the bottom of a glass. With wisdom and wit, they’ll illuminate the path to a life where laughter and joy aren’t poured but discovered within. We’re tackling the tough questions head-on: Can life be a blast without the buzz? How does the allure of alcohol ads color our quest for happiness? Plus, we’re unveiling the transformative power of Havening—a breakthrough approach to keeping your cool in stressful social situations or to comfort your nervous system.

So, tune in and turn up the volume on a life where you’re the hero of your story, and every moment is a chance to shine, sans spirits. Let’s redefine revelry and unlock the door to your most authentic, alcohol-free self!

We want to hear from you! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and ask us any questions you have about breaking free from wine or living an alcohol-free lifestyle. Your question could be the highlight of a future episode!

Grab your copy of our FREE WineFree Weekend Guide to help you on your alcohol free journey. https://feellitpodcast.com/Guide

Find community and connection on the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/feellitalcoholfreepodcast

Websites:
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.

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On this episode of Feel Lit Alcohol Free, Susan and Ruby invite guest speaker Amelia South, a foraging instructor, herbalist, and gut health expert living on an organic farm in Connecticut. Amelia shares her journey from foraging to herbalism and her effort to educate people on healing themselves through nature and plants. She stresses the importance of diet and gut health, referring to the toxic Western diet and the need for healthy, locally grown food.

Amelia explains her personal experience with alcohol, including switching from red wine to Scotch and the negative impact on her health. She emphasizes the detrimental effects of excessive alcohol consumption on gut bacteria, discussing leaky gut and gut dysbiosis.

The conversation focuses on the connection between alcohol, gut health, and overall wellbeing, as well as the importance of educating people about healthy food choices.
In this episode, Amelia discusses various calming herbs and their effects, such as kava, milky oats tincture, motherwort, and holy basil. Additionally, Amelia shares her experiences of leading foraging walks, explaining the surprising diversity of plants found near people's homes and the importance of cautious foraging practices.

Amelia also emphasizes the importance of a diverse diet for gut health, including the consumption of 20-30 different types of fruits and vegetables per week, and cautioning against overindulging in processed foods and alcohol.

Join us for an enlightening discussion on gut health, herbal remedies, foraging, and the impact of alcohol on the body.

Guest Amelia South is a foraging instructor, practicing Herbalist, and gut health expert living on her small organic farm in Connecticut. She loves helping people heal with the power of nature and plants and by escaping the toxic Western diet. You can find our guest speaker Amelia South: https://www.herbalremediesbyamelia.com on YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook: Facebook.com/blacksunfarmct

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We want to hear from you! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and ask us any questions you have about breaking free from wine or living an alcohol-free lifestyle. Your question could be the highlight of a future episode!

Grab your copy of our FREE WineFree Weekend Guide to help you on your alcohol free journey. https://feellitpodcast.com/Guide

Find community and connection on the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/feellitalcoholfreepodcast

Websites:
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.