If you look up the definition of problem drinker, you won’t find a picture of Ruby Warrington. Yet, for as long as she can recall, she couldn’t ignore her numinous curiosity and the constant pull to examine her relationship with alcohol. Now living alcohol free, Ruby is the author of Sober Curious and the founder of The Numinous, as well as a speaker, book doula, curator, brand consultant, copywriter, and thought leader. In today’s episode, Ruby shares her journey and discoveries with Annie Grac...
Feb 07, 2020•50 min
People who’ve removed alcohol from their lives rave about the joy and happiness they feel, even those who’ve been alcohol-free for years and years. “Do non-drinkers experience this same optimism or do they just recognize it as normal?" What is it that makes life so different for people who’ve stopped drinking? Is it possible for those who’ve never consumed alcohol to feel the same way? Are you looking to connect with like-minded people? Sometimes maybe you feel like you have all this information...
Feb 01, 2020•9 min
In today’s episode This Naked Mind head coach Scott Pinyard answers questions about sustaining change. What do you do when, after a long time and a lot of work, you finally remove alcohol from your life and then wonder, “Is this all there is?” How about all that free time you have now that you’re no longer drinking and thinking about drinking and being hungover? Is that normal? What do you do? What do you do when you start thinking about moderation? Can the tools you use to remove alcohol from y...
Jan 31, 2020•27 min
“My subconscious does not want to change and it’s fighting my conscious desire to change … I feel like I need a brain transplant.” How do we move past the cycle of drinking and stopping and drinking and stopping over and over again and shift into an alcohol free life? Is it possible to give ourselves permission to go just one day without alcohol without worrying about never drinking again? How do we stop thinking about forever? Are you ready for a deep dive into truly lasting change? If so, you ...
Jan 25, 2020•13 min
In today’s episode, Annie talks with college professor Wyatt (who has changed their name and pronouns since the podcast was recorded) and their partner, Mary, a Grammy-nominated recording artist, about Wyatt’s journey to live alcohol free. Wyatt talks about how it wasn’t ultimatums or shaming or pressure from Mary or anyone else that led to their decision to stop drinking; rather, it was Mary giving Wyatt the space to own their relationship with alcohol and make the choice for themself. Look for...
Jan 24, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Alcohol free and still feeling angry, annoyed, emotional at times? Totally normal. While we tend to expect permanent sunshine and rainbows when we stop drinking, in reality life will always be ups and downs and roller coasters with all sorts of bumps along the way. How do we deal with the challenging times without numbing out? Annie shares some ideas. Let me ask you a question. What is better than change? Lasting change, of course. If you've had trouble making change stick, either with alcohol o...
Jan 18, 2020•10 min
In today’s episode, Annie talks with Janey Lee Grace, mom, author, presenter, and holistic living expert who once toured the world as a rock and roll singer. Among other things, Janey Lee talks about how she went from having an off switch for alcohol in her younger days to becoming a daily drinker in motherhood, how she shifted from a cycle of taking breaks from alcohol to making a lasting commitment to alcohol free living, and how medical professionals responded when she voiced concerns about h...
Jan 17, 2020•48 min
Do people in other countries where wine is a cultural thing have the problems with alcohol that we do here in the US? Is it just recently that our society seems to revere the wine stops, the wine clubs, the wine collectors, and if so, why is that? In today’s podcast, Annie sheds some light on the cultural differences and similarities between the US and Europe, and she shares some frightening statistics. Have you tried The Alcohol Experiment? Okay, if not, drop everything and go to thisnakedmind....
Jan 11, 2020•12 min
Last summer, Gayle from Sober Bliss interviewed Annie (EP: 201 - Sober Bliss with Gayle). In today’s episode, Annie interviews Gayle. A married mom of two sons who was raised in the northeast of England, Gayle was not exposed to alcohol until she was an adult. Currently living in Spain, Gayle attributes her progression into daily alcohol consumption to the Spanish drinking culture. She and Annie talk about the wake up call that helped shift Gayle into alcohol free living, what keeps her focused ...
Jan 10, 2020•37 min
Unconsciously drifting back into drinking. It’s more common than you might think. What happens when we understand all the science and logic but continue slipping back into old drinking habits? Is it really possible for the brain to permanently readjust? Annie offers some great advice for staying mindful and continuing to build on alcohol free momentum. Are you ready for a deep dive into truly lasting change? If so, you might consider my Intensive Program. It’s a 9-week, self-led program that you...
Jan 04, 2020•14 min
It’s a reunion! Author, teacher, and speaker Laura McKowen returns to the podcast today to talk with Annie about her new book, We Are the Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life. In addition to Laura’s story and the book, they share thoughts about the “third door,” Alcoholics Anonymous, spiral dynamics, and fear. And, they may or may not make each other cry. Let me ask you a question. What is better than change? Lasting change, of course. If you've had trouble making change stick, either ...
Jan 03, 2020•56 min
Guilt … it’s such a common feeling. What if we didn’t try to fix ourselves? What if we continued to let ourselves down and maintained a hold on things that no longer serve us? Annie shares her perspective on guilt and how the time we spend on ourselves benefits everyone around us. I'm so excited you guys, because we are just about to start another live alcohol experiment. If you do not know about the alcohol experiment, you need to literally drop everything right now and go to thisnakedmind.com/...
Dec 28, 2019•12 min
In today’s episode, This Naked Mind head coach Scott Pinyard answers three questions about navigating the holidays while keeping alcohol small and irrelevant. Whether it’s dealing with with family and office gatherings, or all the stuff that happens this time of the year, or managing feelings of loneliness or disconnectedness during this season, Scott offers insight, perspective, and tips. I'm so excited you guys, because we are just about to start another live alcohol experiment. If you do not ...
Dec 27, 2019•26 min
There are so many beliefs that keep us trapped in the pattern of drinking. What if we are stuck on the belief that being a wife and mother is just easier with alcohol? What if we’re afraid to let our families see who we really are without drinking? Annie gives us some great advice, combined with some tough, love to help us destroy this sticky belief. I'm so excited you guys, because we are just about to start another live alcohol experiment. If you do not know about the alcohol experiment, you n...
Dec 21, 2019•11 min
In today’s episode, Annie welcomes Christine. Despite having a family history of alcoholism, Christine took a “take-it-or-leave-it” attitude when it came to alcohol for most of her life. However, when boredom led to over-eating and drinks starting at noon, she started to slide down that slippery slope where alcohol started to take control. Today, though – she’s recovered! Totally recovered. Find out how she found her way to a naked life. I'm so excited you guys, because we are just about to star...
Dec 20, 2019•54 min
Can a habit really be formed in 21 days? Or is that old, outdated research? In today’s podcast, Annie will shed some light on the topic of habits and how long it takes to rewire the brain. Find out where this idea of developing a habit in 21 days came from and if it still holds any truth. Are you ready for a deep dive into truly lasting change? If so, you might consider my Intensive Program. It’s a 9-week, self-led program that you can do in the complete comfort of your own home. It will truly t...
Dec 14, 2019•7 min
She’s BACK!! After two years, Annie welcomes back Meredith Atwood, a busy wife, mom, athlete….Meredith spent more than two decades using alcohol to numb her feelings and avoid dealing with her “stuff”. After a chilling moment of realizing, without a doubt, that she’d be dead within a year if she didn’t quit drinking, Meredith put herself in permanent restriction from alcohol. She’s now written a book called The Year of No Nonsense and she’s here to tell us about it and her life on this side of s...
Dec 13, 2019•57 min
Hangovers – a badge of honor for some. But what really causes this unwanted response to a night of drinking? From your endocrine, immune, digestive, circulatory, and filtration systems, you’ll learn the unpleasant response that your body has to alcohol – all in an effort to keep you healthy and feeling good. Are you looking to connect with like-minded people? Sometimes maybe you feel like you have all this information from doing This Naked Mind or The Alcohol Experiment, but you’re living in a w...
Dec 07, 2019•8 min
Partying, dancing and fun appears to be the way of life in the colorful Caribbean….the place where today’s guest grew up. Meet Johann Cabrera from the Drink Like a Man podcast. As a young boy in the Dominican Republic, Johann was told to he needed to learn how to “drink like a man”….advice that would bring him to close to living on the streets and contemplating suicide. Listen in as Johann walks us through his journey to freedom from alcohol. Did you miss This Naked Mind Live? Do you maybe have ...
Dec 06, 2019•41 min
Lying is an easy habit to fall into…but not such an easy one to break. If we’ve been open about the fact that we want to change our drinking habits, but it’s proving easier said than done, we don’t want to look like a failure. SO….sometimes a little lie here and there helps us save face. But, these little lies can quickly turn into a nasty force of habit. How do we break the cycle? Is therapy the answer? In today’s episode, Annie gives us some insight into ‘why’ we lie and ‘how’ to stop. Have yo...
Nov 30, 2019•12 min
Here in the United States, we celebrated Thanksgiving yesterday! So, in the spirit of giving thanks, Scott Pinyard, This Naked Mind’s head coach, sits down with 4 amazing women who were members of the PATH (our year-long, one-on-one coaching program) at This Naked Mind. These ladies each have their own unique stories and experiences, but in these 4 short interviews, you’ll not only hear what these women are grateful for, but also how they’ve woven the practice of showing gratitude into their dai...
Nov 29, 2019•1 hr 27 min
Does it seem strange to you that there’s a cultural trend toward drinking alcohol after a great workout? Why would anyone do this when they’re feeling so great? Annie educates us on how alcohol affects us differently after exercise and explains how this can easily become a habit for many people. Let me ask you a question. What is better than change? Lasting change, of course. If you've had trouble making change stick, either with alcohol or in any other area of your life, you are in for a treat....
Nov 23, 2019•11 min
She was “that girl”….that DJ / party girl. Jessica, the founder of A Sober Girl's Guide, joins Annie today for a charismatic, funny, RAW interview that you CANNOT miss!! Jessica tells us about the party life she lived in the city of angels and what kinds of CRAZY things started happening that finally woke her up and helped her find a sober life. Find out what Jessica is doing these days to help others live their best life. Are you looking to connect with like-minded people? Sometimes maybe you f...
Nov 22, 2019•47 min
After a few drinks, I feel like I can’t taste or smell as well. Is this all in my head? Or does drinking alcohol affect our taste and smell? Annie dives into the science behind what happens physiologically to these particular senses when we drink alcohol. Did you miss This Naked Mind Live? Do you maybe have a little bit of FOMO? Don't worry. I've got you covered. In fact, I had the entire event professionally recorded and it's available digitally. Transformation in your living room, yup, that is...
Nov 16, 2019•5 min
Alcohol and nutrition – two topics with seemingly very little in common. When today’s guest started to improve his health and nutrition, he quickly realized that there wasn’t room for alcohol in his healthy lifestyle. Annie welcomes Harvey, who is now a nutritionist. Harvey shares tons of interesting information with us today, including how, as a child, he lost both of his parents and eventually began to use alcohol to cope with that childhood trauma. But things are totally different today! Harv...
Nov 15, 2019•54 min
Once in a while we see a headline about how drinking is actually good for you. Is this legit? Annie blows up this misleading information and gets a little fired up in the process! Annie shares research and statistics that will make you rethink these fallacies. Are you ready for a deep dive into truly lasting change? If so, you might consider my Intensive Program. It’s a 9-week, self-led program that you can do in the complete comfort of your own home. It will truly transform your relationship wi...
Nov 09, 2019•7 min
Originally from Holland, today’s guest now resides amongst the rolling hills and endless vineyards in the south of France. Annie welcomes Marietta, who shares her journey to a naked life. Marietta was once a victim of narcissistic abuse and used alcohol to quiet the demons. She’s now liberated from the grips of drinking and she’s happy to share her story, including how she deals with those people who don’t support her. Let me ask you a question. What is better than change? Lasting change, of cou...
Nov 08, 2019•57 min
So many of us have hurt the ones we love because of drinking. What’s the best way to go about trying to restore those relationships now that we’ve kicked alcohol to the curb? And how do I mentally prepare for the possibility that some may not be able to be repaired? Find out Annie’s best advice for how to start the healing process. Are you looking to connect with like-minded people? Sometimes maybe you feel like you have all this information from doing This Naked Mind or The Alcohol Experiment, ...
Nov 02, 2019•10 min
Stuck on repeat and sure that she would lose everything, today’s guest decided she needed to make a change. Annie welcomes Shelley, who has been alcohol free for over 2 years now! But before her life-changing decision that brought her freedom, things were quickly spiraling out of control. Find out how an alcohol-dependent dad, party-prone friends, and a near-fatal accident all contributed to the life that she ultimately decided to leave behind. Did you miss This Naked Mind Live? Do you maybe hav...
Nov 01, 2019•42 min
Unfortunately, drinking is often the one thing married couples do together. So, what happens when one or both of us quit? Will we even know each other without the comfort zone of drinking? Can our marriage survive without alcohol? Annie gently navigates through this tricky question with her best insight and advice. Have you tried The Alcohol Experiment? Okay, if not, drop everything and go to thisnakedmind.com/experiment. This free 30-day challenge is designed to interrupt your patterns and put ...
Oct 26, 2019•11 min
