Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️

It’s Sara’s birthday! 🎉 In this special solo episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara reflects on her 46th birthday and what it means to celebrate another year alcohol-free. With five sober birthdays under her belt and nearly six years alcohol-free, Sara takes you behind the scenes of her personal growth, honest struggles, and the evolving mindset that’s shaped her journey.

To honor turning 46, she shares 4 powerful anchors that keep her grounded in her alcohol-free life—and 6 things she’s working on letting go of in her 46th year. From routines to nature, people-pleasing to perfectionism, this episode is filled with heartfelt wisdom and gentle reminders to help you reflect on your own sobriety journey.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🎂 Why sober birthdays feel better—mentally, emotionally, and physically 🌱 4 practices that help Sara stay alcohol-free and fully present 🧹 6 things she’s actively letting go of to grow into her next year ✨ How letting go of old identities, people-pleasing, and external validation opens up space for self-trust and joy 👣 Encouragement to reflect on your own sobriety anchors and growth

4 Things That Anchor Sara’s Alcohol-Free Life:

1. Nature – Daily hikes, her land, and even her chickens remind her how to slow down and stay present
2. Daily Routines – Structure, simplicity, and reclaimed mornings
3. Connection with Others – Through her community, her family, and new goals for real-life friendships
4. Health & Wellbeing – A shifting focus on intuitive living, joyful movement, and nourishing self-care

6 Things She’s Letting Go Of in Her 46th Year:

1. People-pleasing
2. Old identities (suburban mom, “fun drinker,” perfectionist)
3. Limiting beliefs (especially around body image, success, and worth)
4. Over-functioning (doing everything for everyone)
5. Outdated definitions of fun
6. The need for external validation

Memorable Quotes:

• “Now, I remember my birthdays—and I’m present for them.”
• “You can’t ‘should’ all over yourself and expect to grow.”
• “Sobriety isn’t just about what I let go of—it’s about what I let in.”
• “Growth doesn’t make me lovable—I already am.”
• “Your animals will teach you how to live a healthy life—watch them.”

Challenge of the Week: 🎈Reflect on what’s anchoring you in your alcohol-free journey—and what you’re ready to let go of. Share your answer in a comment or review as a little birthday gift to Sara!

📅 Starts April 25 ✨ Go through a full alcohol-free weekend with Sara as your guide 🧡 Includes a live kickoff call, daily check-ins, and community support 🎯 Whether it’s your 1st or 50th alcohol-free weekend, this challenge is for you 👉 Sign up here

Call to Action: 💬 If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and be sure to subscribe to the podcast if you haven’t already.

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Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details. Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.

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IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod

Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days

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Follow Heather on Social Media: IG: @theheatherleecollective

TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach

Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️

In this deeply personal and empowering milestone episode of No More Wasted Days Podcast, Heather reflects on what four years of alcohol-free living has taught her—and what healing truly looks like.

From year one’s emotional rollercoaster to year four’s sense of peace and homecoming, this episode is a beautiful reminder that sobriety is not a straight climb—it’s a spiral of growth, softness, and rediscovery.

Whether you’re on day one or year four yourself, you’ll feel seen, validated, and inspired by Heather’s story.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🎉 What year one, two, three, and now four have looked like on Heather’s journey 💬 How sobriety evolves from survival mode to emotional clarity and softness 👣 What it means to stop counting days and start counting presence 💛 The power of forgiving past versions of yourself—and carrying your story, not your shame 👑 Why year four is about homecoming, self-acceptance, and staying grounded in the moment

Key Takeaways: ✅ You can be sober and still not fully present—true growth happens when you begin to show up for your life. ✅ Healing doesn’t have to be loud. Sometimes it’s a quiet, subtle unfolding. ✅ You don’t need to earn love by doing more. You’re worthy just as you are. ✅ Forgiveness isn’t a finish line—it’s a softening. ✅ Sobriety doesn’t just help you let go—it helps you let more joy in.

Memorable Quotes:

• “Sobriety isn’t a war anymore—it’s a homecoming.”
• “Your healing might come with shaking hands in a messy kitchen.”
• “Growth doesn’t make me lovable—I already am.”
• “You don’t have to apologize for who you were when you were hurting.”
• “Keep choosing yourself. Keep coming home.”

Challenge of the Week: 🌿 If you're early in your alcohol-free journey, take a moment to reflect on how far you’ve come—no matter how small it feels. And if you’re further along, ask: What does “coming home” mean to me this year?

Tired of waking up on Sundays with regret and brain fog? Try just one alcohol-free weekend with Sara as your guide. 📅 Starts April 25th 🧡 Live kickoff call, daily check-ins, and support inside a private Facebook group 🎉 It’s fun, free, and full of clarity 👉 Sign up here

Call to Action: 💛 Loved this episode? Hit follow, leave a review, and share it with a friend who's just starting their alcohol-free journey. We read and cherish every review!

Resources Mentioned:

• Daymakers Community: Weekly coaching calls, private messaging threads, and a supportive community. Learn more here.
• Heather’s 1-on-1 Coaching: Tailored support to help you navigate your alcohol-free life.

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a fellow caregiver and leave a comment on Spotify or YouTube. Let’s break free from the guilt trap together! 💛

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Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details. Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.

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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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

Follow Heather on Social Media: IG: @theheatherleecollective

TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach