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The Happy Sober Podcast (The Stop Drinking Expert)

Ready to quit drinking? Or perhaps you are already sober but need a few pointers to help you stay on the wagon. Join The Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck for a live support and coaching session. Discover how to stop drinking without AA, rehab, medication or silly gimmicks.
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Live Quit Drinking Support Session + Are Sober People Being Ripped Off?

Live Quit Drinking Support Session + Are Sober People Being Ripped Off? New videos daily at 3 pm EST /12 pm PST LIVE Stream AMA: Weds 9am EST / 6 am PST Ready to quit drinking? Step one… Get a free copy of my bestselling book: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/webinar/ Not a replacement for professional medical advice. Website: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/stopdrinkingexpert Sobriety Merch: https://craigbeck.net/collections/stop-drinking-expert Fit, Healthy &...

Mar 02, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 64

How I Quit Drinking: How Jane escaped the loop of alcohol addiction

How I Quit Drinking: How Jane escaped the loop of alcohol addiction New videos daily at 3 pm EST /12 pm PST LIVE Stream AMA: Weds 9am EST / 6 am PST Ready to quit drinking? Step one… Get a free copy of my bestselling book: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/webinar/ Not a replacement for professional medical advice. Website: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/ Telegram Group: https://t.me/stopdrinkingexpert Sobriety Merch: https://craigbeck.net/collections/stop-drinking-expert Fit, Healthy &...

Feb 23, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 63

Going Sober, Staying Sober - Live Q&A With The Stop Drinking Expert

Going Sober, Staying Sober - Live Q&A With The Stop Drinking Expert New videos daily at 10 pm EST / 7 pm PST LIVE Stream AMA: Weds 9am EST / 6 am PST Ready to quit drinking? Or perhaps you are already sober but need a few pointers to help you stay on the wagon. Join The Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck for a live support and coaching session. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpe...

Feb 17, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 62

Are You Really Ready For A Life Without Alcohol? + LIVE Q&A

Are You Really Ready For A Life Without Alcohol? + LIVE Q&A Considering life without alcohol might be scary. People in your life might be compelling you to attend or try out a lot of different methods to stop drinking. And these might not always be helpful. We believe that drinking is a genuine problem and should not be subject to labels. Many times, people send their loved ones to alcoholics anonymous or rehab centers. This might not necessarily work because the focus there is to treat you ...

Feb 09, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 61

Dealing With Depression And Anxiety Without Turning To Alcohol

Dealing With Depression And Anxiety Without Turning To Alcohol With mental health expert Andrew Bridgewater as our special guest Stop Drinking Expert LIVE Streams: Mon/Wed/Fri 2pm UTC/GMT Ready to quit drinking? Or perhaps you are already sober but need a few pointers to help you stay on the wagon. Join The Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck for a live support and coaching session. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free...

Feb 07, 202239 minSeason 1Ep. 60

How to Help Someone Stop Drinking + LIVE AMA

How to Help Someone Stop Drinking Millions of people die each year from excessive drinking. These deaths are tragic, of course, but they are also preventable. Do you have a loved one who suffers from alcoholism? If so, you know that their actions will only hurt them in the future, but they may not be aware or simply may not care. It’s painful watching the people you care about make poor choices, as you know these choices will affect their future health and well-being. Alcoholism is a disease tha...

Feb 02, 202245 minSeason 1Ep. 59

Breaking The Link Between Cigarettes And Alcohol (LIVE QUIT SMOKING EXPERT)

Breaking The Link Between Cigarettes And Alcohol (LIVE QUIT SMOKING EXPERT) Stop Drinking Expert LIVE Streams: Mon/Wed/Fri 2pm UTC/GMT Ready to quit drinking? Or perhaps you are already sober but need a few pointers to help you stay on the wagon. Join The Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck for a live support and coaching session. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/webinar/ Not...

Jan 31, 202251 minSeason 1Ep. 58

SHOCKING! My Brutally Honest Email From A Former Drinker

SHOCKING! My Brutally Honest Email From A Former Drinker I cant be sure of the timescales, but I think I started with Craig’s programme about three years ago, since then I have been mostly sober , but more importantly happy! I had had a couple of “relapses” in that time when the evil clown got me back for a short spell but overall long-time sober. 40 years old, happily married with a seven-year-old daughter and a son who is going to be two in a week. I own a small business with a few staff and a...

Jan 28, 202254 minSeason 1Ep. 57

Spotting The Warning Signs That You Should Quit Drinking

Is it time to quit drinking? Have you ever met somebody who never appeared to be to be entirely sober? They can have a general fog of depression about them, could have health issues that feature drinking as the root cause of the concern, and are basically just not doing so good. Let's be honest The majority of the folks who are like this are addicted to booze. The majority of people you meet have the power to consume alcohol in moderation, which's fine. Alcoholic beverages are intended to be app...

Jan 26, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 56

Is Alcoholism Hereditary And Can We Just Blame Our Parents?

Is Alcoholism Hereditary? The Ultimate Guide If you’re reading this article, you likely have parents or influential family members who were (or are) alcoholics and are wondering if it’s their fault that you have certain dispositions. You want to understand where your behaviour patterns come from, which means you already have a great handle on your personal growth. If you think you need to quit drinking to further your personal development, you’re in the right place. Not only is there a course th...

Jan 24, 202259 minSeason 1Ep. 55

SHOCKING NEWS: The Alcohol Industry Just Stooped To A New Low!

SHOCKING NEWS: The Alcohol Industry Just Stooped To A New Low! Ready to quit drinking? Or perhaps you are already sober but need a few pointers to help you stay on the wagon. Join The Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck for a live support and coaching session. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/webinar/ Not a replacement for professional medical advice. Support the show...

Jan 21, 202221 minSeason 1Ep. 54

Will My Friends Judge Me If I Decide To Quit Drinking?

Will My Friends Judge Me If I Decide To Quit Drinking? What to expect when you decide to quit drinking: So you decide to quit drinking and then you have to deal with the alcohol flooded real world again. It’s 5 pm on a Friday and a department e-mail is doing the rounds asking everybody down to the bar after work. The majority of us understand this situation, and a lot of us will find it difficult to hold off on the tempting invite. In the United Kingdom , approximately 29 million men and women c...

Jan 19, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 53

Stopping Drinking: 3 Powerful Tips To Survive The First Week Of Sobriety

Stopping Drinking: 3 Powerful Tips! I have been getting a lot of emails from people worrying about getting started on their own sober journey. The first week seems insurmountable for a lot of folks, and I think I understand why. Everyone who arrives at my website or YouTube channel has tried to control or moderate their drinking on their own, many times. Sometimes dozens and hundreds of failed attempts lay in their history with this nasty drug. So, the ego makes a prediction that the future can ...

Jan 17, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 52

Does Alcohol Really Help With Social Anxiety: LIVE Q&A

Does Alcohol Really Help With Social Anxiety: LIVE Q&A Ready to quit drinking? Or perhaps you are already sober but need a few pointers to help you stay on the wagon. Join The Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck for a live support and coaching session. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/webinar/ Not a replacement for professional medical advice. Fit, Healthy & Happy Pod...

Jan 13, 202241 minSeason 1Ep. 51

Is Addiction Just A BAD Spiritual Problem?

Is Addiction Just A BAD Spiritual Problem? Ready to quit drinking? Or perhaps you are already sober but need a few pointers to help you stay on the wagon. Join The Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck for a live support and coaching session. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/webinar/ Not a replacement for professional medical advice. Support the show...

Jan 10, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 50

How Alcohol Tricks You - Quit Drinking Coaching + Q&A

How Alcohol Tricks You - Live Quit Drinking Coaching + Q&A Ready to quit drinking? Or perhaps you are already sober but need a few pointers to help you stay on the wagon. Join The Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck for a live support and coaching session.​ Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/webinar/ ​ Not a replacement for professional medical advice. Fit, Healthy & Ha...

Apr 28, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 48

How To Deal With Depression Without Turning To Drugs Or Alcohol

Are you using alcohol to cope with depression or anxiety? Join us for a live stream with Andrew Bridgewater, an expert in mental health, personal development and strategies to better cope with depression. Andrew qualified as a UK Chartered Psychologist soon before experiencing severe depression in 2006 which resulted in him being admitted to a psychiatric hospital for 5 weeks. Now fully recovered, Andrew helps others deal with depression and anxiety in totally natural ways. He regularly appears ...

Apr 19, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 47

What Exactly Are High Functioning Alcoholics (and Do They Exist?)

What Are High Functioning Alcoholics? You say, “I never call off work. What’s the big deal if I drink every night ?” You say, “My bills are always paid, and I work hard. I deserve some drinks at the end of a long day to unwind.” If you’re like me, you’ll say anything to justify your drinking habits. It’s true, your bills are paid on time, and you always show up for work. Your kids, if you have them, want for nothing. Your obligations are always met. So what if you have some drinks? Though you do...

Dec 19, 202010 minSeason 1Ep. 46

How to Stop Drinking Without Rehab: Is It Possible?

How to Stop Drinking Without Rehab If you are trying to quit alcohol for good, congratulations! It is not an easy step to seek out support for alcoholism , and taking that first step is essential to a long-term recovery strategy. If you have been drinking for many years and have tried to quit multiple times on your own with no success, you may be wondering if rehab is your only option. I’m here to tell you that there is another way! I can show you how to stop drinking without rehab for long-term...

Dec 13, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 45

The Subtle Signs of Alcoholism Revealed | Stop Drinking Expert

What Are The Subtle Signs of Alcoholism? When we think of an alcoholic, we most often picture somebody that is really out of control and drinks all of the time. This person may have lost their job, had relationship issues, or financial struggles that all relate to alcohol. This story keeps us from questioning our own habits by saying, “I don’t drink like so-and-so. I must not have a problem.” While many people may seem like more “obvious” alcoholics, you may be beginning to wonder, “Are there mo...

Dec 05, 202017 minSeason 1Ep. 44

Do I Have a Drinking Problem? 13 Signs the Answer Is Yes

Do I Have a Drinking Problem?: 13 Signs the Answer Is Yes It’s estimated that nearly 6% of American adults have an alcohol problem. While it’s impossible to get the full scope of alcoholics in the United States due to it not having an actual diagnosis, the DSM-5 covers it under “ alcohol use disorder ”, a subgroup of substance disorders. If you’ve ever wondered to yourself “do I have a drinking problem?” you might have cause for alarm. Many adults engage in social and casual drinking without eve...

Nov 25, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 43

What Drinking Alone Reveals About You | Stop Drinking Expert

https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com Drinking Alone: What Does It Mean? Men and women around the world drinking alone at home after work to relax after a stressful working day. More and more stressed parents are putting the kids to bed and calling for wine-o-clock. However, regular use of alcohol to cope with the pressures of life can swiftly become dependency and alcohol addiction. Is drinking alone an indicator of alcohol addiction? Read my blog today and find out... When somebody drinks on thei...

Nov 03, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 42

Are You Drinking Every Night And Wondering If You Should Quit?

https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com At Home Drinking Every Night? If you are drinking every night to the tune of a bottle of wine, this may knock you sideways. I have been writing about the risks of drinking for nearly a decade, it takes a lot to shock me these days. However, this latest research coming out of the United Kingdom has done just that. New figures show that more than FIFTY men and women a day are being cared for in emergency rooms for alcohol-related liver failure. Drinking every nig...

Oct 18, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 41

Quitting Alcohol: Why Success Breeds Failure - Stop Drinking Expert

https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com Quitting Alcohol: Why Success Breeds Failure - Stop Drinking Expert If you are newly sober or considering quitting drinking this video is a must-watch. There is a trapdoor in the road ahead and unless you know about it, you could fall off the wagon. Learning how to stop drinking is only the first part of the journey out of alcohol addiction. To really control drinking you need to see the bigger picture. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s...

Jul 26, 202013 min

Why do drinkers live longer than non-drinkers?

https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com There is research out there that demonstrates clearly that drinkers live longer than non-drinkers. So what gives? Is moderation really the secret? Is alcohol is small amounts good for us? Watch today's quit drinking video by the Stop Drinking Expert Craig Beck and find out more. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/ Support the show...

Jul 07, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 39

Anxiety After Quitting Drinking - How To Deal With It - By Craig Beck, The Stop Drinking Expert

Do you worry about how you will cope with anxiety or panic attacks after you quit drinking alcohol? You are not alone, this is a common issue for people looking to control drinking or deal with alcohol addiction. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/ Support the show...

Jun 28, 202015 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Does Alcohol Cause Depression? - Stop Drinking Expert

https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com Does Alcohol Cause Depression? Alcohol is everywhere, it's a solid part of United States culture. While most people can drink and see no major problems appear, more and more people are falling into the trap of problem drinking to cope with life's challenges. Extreme use of alcohol may result in alcohol use disorder. Alcohol use disorder is described as alcoholism, and it can encompass a sizable range of individuals with alcohol problems. Depression is difficult...

May 24, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Is the coronavirus lockdown turning YOU into an alcoholic?

Are you drinking more since this pandemic got serious? Whether you like your job or not, at least it keeps you busy and occupied. The world has been told to stay home and socially isolate. Even visiting family is considered taboo. There is no doubt this is a practical action of the government when it comes to halting the spread of the Coronavirus, However, there is an unseen consequence with the potential to cause a substantial social and health crisis of its own. People are turning more and mor...

Mar 25, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Alcohol And The Coronavirus Explained - Stop Drinking Expert

Alcohol And The Coronovirus Explained. Does alcohol protect you against COVID-19 and other viral infections? How do your deal with low mental health during this pandemic? Putting the disease into perspective How to boost your immune system to beat coronavirus. Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on today’s FREE quit drinking webinar and get my bestselling book free too: https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com/ Support the show...

Mar 21, 202018 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Is 'Everything In Moderation' The Secret To Controlling Alcohol Use?

https://www.stopdrinkingexpert.com A lot of people tell me that they don't want to quit drinking, they want to moderate their drinking. Maybe they are right? My own father would tell you that the secret to good health is 'everything in moderation', including alcohol! If you are worried about your drinking or perhaps are already at the place where you are ready to admit that you suffer from alcohol addiction this episode should help... a lot! Worried about your drinking? Reserve your place on tod...

Mar 02, 202019 minSeason 1Ep. 34
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