This week's guest Christy Osborne is not only a great friend but a great coach to boot! On today's episode, we dive deep into authenticity and owning who you are - no matter how others react. For so many of us, this is a HUGE part of finding freedom from alcohol as we navigate the world of healthy boundaries and learning to trust ourselves again. Christy is full of energy and her contribution to the alcohol-free movement is beyond inspiring. Can't wait to see you there!
Feb 22, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Not only is Emma a beautiful spirit but she is also a qualified counselor, psychotherapist & This Naked Mind coach, living in Melbourne, Australia. Emma worked for 20+ years in corporate marketing and despite looking like she had it all, she was 'running on empty' on the inside using caffeine and booze to keep herself afloat. As she reached her mid-forties, alcohol started to take more than it was giving and so began her long and very messy break-up with booze. Nothing stuck until her eldest...
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 37
As head coach at 'This Naked Mind', Scott Pinyard has a lot that keeps him busy. Yet, he remains obsessed with the topic of today's podcast - how our personal story about the world brings life to our individual realities. Many of you will know Scott from his awesome work on the 'Live Alcohol Experiment' and many of TNMs programs but today we explore some topics that you may not have heard Scott talking about in-depth before! There is so much more to the alcohol-free journey than simply stopping ...
Feb 08, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 36
It's a time of change (and decisions) for many of us coming off the back of an experimental January - perhaps you even completed the Live Alcohol Experiment! This can sometimes feel like an ending but truly it's a beginning - whatever you decide for your 2022. Come and join us for a discussion around this and 3 more reasons to love an alcohol-free life!
Feb 01, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 35
It's so easy to get lost in our thoughts around things like splitting the bill (especially when our friends or guests may have racked up a large alcohol bill) and this can get in the way of us enjoying ourselves if it becomes a worry! Well, this episode is all about breaking this down so you have a lot more clarity about what to do the next time you head out!
Jan 25, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Skye Nicholson is a fellow TNM coach and author of 'Unexpected Alchemy' a collection of poems that move the reader through Skye's personal journey from alcohol abuse to freedom and awakening. She has written some beautiful words so be sure to check them out below! Join us for an amazing (and emotional) episode!
Jan 18, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Join Amy, Ellie & Sam this week for an exploration of all things binge drinking, dance, and reconnecting with yourself. Amy is a professional dance teacher based in the UK and her journey from binge drinker to free thinker is one that many of us will be able to relate to. Amy's connection to movement and dance is something that many of us would love to have & on an AF journey, learning to throw some shapes on the dance floor can become a real challenge for some of us. Relearning how to l...
Jan 11, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 32
What better way to bring in the New Year than looking back on the last one! Come & join us for a fun (and rather random) episode to kick-off 2022. From how to acknowledge progress to time, we cover it on today's episode. Thanks for all the amazing support in 2021 lovely people - you rock!
Jan 04, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Annie Grace is the founder and friendly face behind 'This Naked Mind'. Her books & podcast were key in setting Ellie and I free from the clutches of alcohol & this podcast is heavily influenced by her groundbreaking work. Many of you will have heard Annie talking expertly about the reality of alcohol use previously, so on this episode, we wanted to provide the opportunity for Annie to talk about some different topics (first and foremost because we're super interested to know her thoughts...
Dec 28, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Jolene Park is a functional nutritionist specialising in 'gray area drinking' a term she coined that many of our listeners may be familiar with as it speaks to the truth of the spectrum of alcohol use, dependency, and addiction. Jolene's work around the somatic or 'body' piece, is incredibly powerful in setting people free and helping them to understand what feeling good in their bodies actually feels like. If it wasn't for Jolene's amazing work, this podcast simply would not exist as it was on ...
Dec 21, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 29
William Porter has had a profound impact on the alcohol-free world and for many, his books 'Alcohol Explained 1&2', have been an integral part of their journey to freedom. He was a natural choice for our most influential teacher series as Ellie and I have been so deeply impacted by his work. William has a wonderful way with words and an equally lovely manner, but through this, he conveys deep and important messages that society needs to wake up and hear. We talk about many things in this pod...
Dec 14, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Andrea is a dear friend of Ellie's and an advanced Jivamukti Yoga teacher with a wealth of positive energy and wisdom on the power of the Yogic path to bring us home to who we really are. Having studied directly with Sharon Gannon and David Life (the founders of Jivamukti), Andrea is positively impacting many through her classes and online courses. She was a natural first choice for the first episode of our new 'most inspirational teachers' series and Ellie was talking about this episode for wee...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Maria Fox is a senior leader in the police in the UK who is on a mission to radically change the story around alcohol, stigma, and addiction support in the services. Maria is also very active as a mentor in the 'This Naked Mind' world and many of you may know her from the 'Live Alcohol Experiment' where she offers a wealth of positive encouragement to participants. Not only is Maria a brave voice calling for change, but she is also incredibly informed about the impact of alcohol on our metabolis...
Nov 30, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Simon Chapple (of awesome 'besober' fame) is a successful sobriety coach, author and speaker who helps people master sobriety and completely change the direction of their lives. Simon is one of the original 'This Naked Mind' coaches and has accomplished a huge amount, while having a hugely positive impact, on the growing alcohol-free movement and community over the past few years. It's our pleasure to be talking all things connection with Simon today - be sure to tune in to discover a way to com...
Nov 23, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Megan's journey from self-awareness to self-love is not just inspirational, but a wonderful roadmap for anyone who feels like they need a little more self-care in their life. For many of us on the alcohol-free journey, the words ' self-love' make us feel 'funny' or downright uncomfortable - I mean, what do they even mean, right? Loving others is something we can work with, but ourselves? If this is you, you're not alone, which is why we know you'll resonate with the third part of Megan's incredi...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Sam and Ellie's list of awesome reasons to be alcohol-free is growing and growing. This week we talk about 'high-quality nos', all the things Sam has lost (yes including his mind on a few occasions), and how wonderful it is to be able to trust yourself again. Come and tune in for some laughs (and a few serious points of note).
Nov 09, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 23
SUGAR!!! It's a thing, and it's EVERYWHERE. Whether we're alcohol free or not, navigating the world of food is just not possible without sugar playing some part. The things is... there's 'added' sugar, 'healthy sugar', 'hidden sugar' (the list goes on) so how on earth do we figure this stuff out? We get a guide, that's how! And today's guest is just that. This Naked Mind coach and functional nutritionist Teri Patterson is here to save the day with the low down on the sweet stuff and what we can ...
Nov 02, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 22
So you've decided to make a change in your life, and you're all in! You've bought the yoga mat, signed up to the gym or bought the journal - it's habit building time. The thing is... how on earth do you make it stick? How do you move through that bit 'at the beginning' where we're forming the habit? If you're asking these questions, you are 100% in the right place! Not only are these questions normal but they are a sign you're super close to making those healthy habit stick (for good). Come and ...
Oct 26, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 21
So what are the foundational habits that really make the difference? You know, the ones you can 'stack' other habits on top of? The type of habits that form the foundations for a life that fills up your cup rather than draining it. There are many to choose from journaling & meditation to cold showers? In today's episode, Sam & Ellie dive deep into the habits that help them support their best life - come tune in for lots of awesome ideas on how to build healthy habits in your life!
Oct 19, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Habits. You know what I'm talking about... those routine things you do that support you to achieve your personal and professional potential. The thing is, they can be a little elusive, a little hard to make, and way too easy to break! So... if setting (and keeping) healthy habits is on the agenda for you, this podcast will be right up your street. In the first of a three-part mini-series, Sam and Ellie will help you get to grips with the habits that will help you create a life so big, alcohol wi...
Oct 12, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 19
This week Kath Elliott is with us to talk about Aussie binge drinking culture, breast cancer awareness, and her incredible journey to a bigger life! Check out her bio below and be sure to tune in for a truly inspiring story. Kath works as an Alcohol Mindset Coach based in Melbourne Australia and has been living alcohol-free since July 1, 2019...
Oct 05, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 18
The list of reasons to explore an alcohol-free life is endless and exploring them is huge amounts of fun. Of all the tactics for the journey, keeping this list at hand is very often one of the most powerful. Why? Because it reminds us of all the incredible things we're gaining! Come and tune in to Sam and Ellie talking about all the awesome time you will save, how the small things in life are really the big things and how true freedom is the ultimate goal. See you there!
Sep 28, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Are you truly taking responsibility for your alcohol-free journey? Do you often find yourself blaming circumstances or others for the challenges you face? This is a biggie, and it's not always easy to see where we might be giving our power away but we all unknowingly do this to some extent. If you have ever found yourself blaming others for things being difficult (and who hasn't at some point?), then this is the podcast for you. Come see how taking RADICAL responsibility can make the journey to ...
Sep 21, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 16
How do we know when we're ready to stop drinking? There is ALWAYS a reason to continue but there are so many powerful reasons you stop. If you feel like 'you're there' but it's just not sticking, or you're just curious about when the right time could be, then this is the episode for you. This is not all about knowledge, in fact it's about a whole lot more and waiting until you 'feel you know it all' before you stop might not be the best course of action. Come see.
Sep 14, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 15
So often when we stop drinking, we focus on all the things we're moving away from... lost Sundays, arguments, and those dreaded hangovers (you know how it goes). But what about all the amazing things we are gaining? We're motivated by both, us humans, and this mini-series is built around focusing on the positive we are gaining from this amazing journey! So come and join us for this week's episode of the Present and Sober podcast where we start the VERY long list of reasons to be alcohol-free!
Sep 07, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 14
We've all had them, and they certainly aren't 'fun', but cravings really can be a magical doorway into learning on anyone's alcohol-free journey! With the right frame, we can up-skill and move through alcohol cravings with more and more equanimity. The bonus? They don't last as long and they become fuel for our freedom! If all this sounds to good to be true, tune in for an episode full of tools and tactics to help you leave alcohol cravings behind for good!
Aug 31, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 13
We're surrounded by alcohol. It's in the supermarket, down every street, and at (almost) every party - and this can be scary. It can make us feel like we're walking into a sea of triggers and potentially - cravings. But this alcohol-free journey is all about making life bigger, not smaller, right? And we can't constantly alter the world 'out there' to make ourselves comfortable. But we can upgrade our understanding and learn tools and tactics to help us move through and beyond triggers. Come and...
Aug 24, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Join us for episode 2 of Megan's awesome journey through adversity to a place where the 'work is the joy'. In this episode, we cover a lot of the tools and tactics that served Megan to move into this place of change and forgiveness. Wherever you are on your alcohol-free journey - you will get a lot from this one - Megan is a true inspiration and humble to boot.
Aug 17, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 11
We have an incredible alcohol-free guest on this week's episode of the podcast for - Megan Brooks. Megan has an amazing story of resilience in the face of some truly difficult life experiences, and she has moved into a place of discovering that 'the work is the joy'. Come and learn how removing alcohol from our lives and facing difficult experiences from our past can become the catalyst for our living our best life, and learn from someone who is truly walking the walk.
Aug 10, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 10
'But alcohol is needed for connection, right?', this is the message we've all received for years. Movies, adverts, and society at large all sending us the message that 'alcohol is the secret sauce when finding friends' or 'a party isn't a party without alcohol!'. But is this really true? If you look around an alcohol-fuelled party at 1 am, are we really seeing 'connection' or something completely different? Come and join us for this week's episode of the Present and Sober podcast as we dive into...
Aug 03, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 9
