We’ve all had those moments when we’ve stood at a crossroads and thought, “There is so much more to life than meets the eye that I’m missing out on.” In today’s episode, I spoke with Andi Alleman about her inspiring journey from sober curiosity to thriving authentically. Beginning in the fast-paced beauty industry, Andi’s life was reminiscent of the glitzy world of Carrie Bradshaw, complete with its trappings and accolades. Moving to Spain, near the West's largest Buddhist temple, acted as the c...
Oct 31, 2023•47 min
I’ve shared what I think about alcohol, but what about my opinion on cannabis and psychedelics? In this episode, I address a burning question many of you have asked: Are cannabis and psychedelics helpful for my sobriety journey? We can acknowledge their medicinal and therapeutic benefits while raising awareness of the dangers of misuse. Any substance has the potential to become an emotional escape when we lean too heavily on it. Stay tuned as I talk about safeguarding your potential so nothing b...
Oct 24, 2023•13 min•Ep. 74
Is moderation in alcohol consumption realistic, or is it just a source of stress and anxiety? In today’s episode, Amanda talks about why you might want to break up with alcohol once and for all. Drawing from her personal journey from 'sober curiosity' to full acceptance, she challenges listeners to question their relationship with alcohol. Not all unhealthy relationships are abusive. The same applies to your relationship with alcohol — It's not always about extremes but about what serves our wel...
Oct 17, 2023•12 min•Ep. 74
How deeply have you explored the stories you tell yourself about your relationship with alcohol? What underlying beliefs do you carry from your past, and how does it shape your journey to an alcohol-free lifestyle? In this episode, Amanda dives into exactly those questions as she discusses why alcohol abstinence alone isn’t enough for sustainable sobriety and what you need to do to achieve alcohol freedom! 🌟Join my LIVE COHORT: Alcohol-Freedom For Sober October. Register here . 🌟 “Unbottled Po...
Oct 10, 2023•8 min
It’s finally out! Amanda’s book, “Unbottled Potential,” is now on the shelves! The journey of this book was intricate and deeply personal. Amanda shares how after years of writing, planning, and rigorous editing, she’s finally able and proud to present her work. In this episode, she talks about her journey writing her book, what it means to her, and how she hopes it helps her readers. “Unbottled Potential” is available in Paperback, Kindle, and Audiobook form! You can order your copy here . You ...
Oct 03, 2023•8 min•Ep. 71
There's a voice within us suggesting we're destined for more than our current reality, a voice we often silence. However, ignoring it may eventually become one of our biggest regrets. In this episode, Karolina Rzadkowolska shares what it means to go alcohol-free and how it can help improve one's life in many ways. She talks about her journey with alcohol and how giving it up was crucial for personal growth and achieving her goals. Karolina highlights the importance of values assessment and how i...
Sep 25, 2023•43 min
Have you ever felt the need for a drink to ease dating or intimacy nerves? How would you navigate these moments without alcohol, embracing genuine connections? Join Tawny Lara as she celebrates the release of her book Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without Booze . Today, she delves into her journey of writing the book, exploring different perspectives from members of the LGBT+ community, sober writers, and more. She discusses the importance of sober dating, replacing al...
Sep 19, 2023•43 min
In what ways does the discovery of self contribute to a more prosperous recovery journey? In this episode, Amanda Kuda interviews Nina, a somatic healer and author of " The Mindbody Guide to the Twelve Steps ," about her journey from inherited trauma and addiction to healing. Nina delves into her experiences with depression and addiction and how the 12-step program transformed her life despite initial reservations. The discussion underscores the significance of personalized healing methods and t...
Sep 12, 2023•56 min
What kind of liberation does sobriety offer, especially for mothers? In this episode, Celeste Yvonne shares her inspiring story of quitting drinking five and a half years ago and how it has changed her life for the better. She talks about how society perpetuates the idea that women can do it all, which is unsustainable, and how watching her father's story about addiction helped her recognize the importance of sobriety. Celeste also touches on the liberation that sobriety offers and how there is ...
Sep 05, 2023•46 min
How does the way you think entirely change the way your body is? Christianne Wolf's book, The Healed State , is a powerful guide to help people break free from self-sabotage and uncover their own healing potential. Today, Christianne discusses the seven stages of healing and how understanding them can help us find our way back to a healed state. She explores how alcohol addiction may manifest as a form of self-sabotage and shares tips for regulating our physical cravings. Let's dive into why sel...
Aug 29, 2023•47 min
How can adjusting your expectations during times of loss lead to a more resilient mindset? In this episode, Gina Moffa and Amanda have a candid conversation about navigating grief and loss. They discuss the importance of understanding how it can manifest in physical symptoms and why it's essential to equip yourself with tools to move through these emotions. They also delve into how to adjust expectations during times of loss, as well as how to protect oneself and be prepared for anything that co...
Aug 22, 2023•47 min
How can examining our alcohol relationship uncover growth barriers and self-discovery? In this episode, Amanda talks about the three steps to make alcohol insignificant in your life. She suggests taking a 90-day break as a non-negotiable challenge to show that alcohol does not have to be the main focus of life. She encourages you to examine your relationship with alcohol and how it might hinder personal growth. Amanda touches on developing self-confidence and inner strength, using practical reso...
Aug 15, 2023•25 min
How can you elevate your consciousness, create positive energy, and align with the universe's abundance to manifest a life of purpose? This episode features Amanda Marit – an intuitive transformational coach who helps people step into their purpose and light in the world. Amanda shares her spiritual awakening story and how her transformation led to helping others on their spiritual journey. She explains how the universe brought the right people, connections, and support when she put out her inte...
Aug 08, 2023•56 min
Are you ready to turn your writing aspirations into reality? Join us as we talk with Rochelle Fredson, a book publishing coach and consultant, about her journey in helping aspiring authors achieve their goals. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she shares her expert advice on how to create a successful book proposal that stands out from the rest. She covers topics such as getting to the right book idea, differentiating your work from existing titles, understanding publisher expectati...
Aug 03, 2023•44 min
Are you ready to gain insights on how a wake-up call can lead to transformative changes in life? Join us on this episode as we chat with Dr. Cory and Jessica about their journey of transitioning to a sober lifestyle together. Learn how they both had a history of binge drinking in college but experienced a wake-up call. Hear from them as they share their stories of why they decided to take a break from drinking, the difficulties they experienced when it came to fitting in without alcohol, and how...
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 1 min
What do you believe are the benefits of embracing sobriety for a better life and improved health? In this episode, Dr. Brooke Scheller shares her own journey from living a double life as a heavy drinker and high achiever to becoming alcohol-free. She explores how traumatic experiences that happened in her teenage years led to her newfound commitment to sobriety and how alcohol use can negatively affect your physical and mental health. Dr. Brooke also stresses how trying to make up for an alcohol...
Jul 25, 2023•45 min
Have you ever questioned or explored the decision not to have children? In this episode, Ruby Warrington explores the underlying reasons behind the decision not to have children. She dives deep into conversations around these often left unexplored issues and provides insight into how women can make conscious decisions regarding motherhood. She shares her journey of alcohol-free living and how it helped her gain clarity on the root causes of her own behaviors, family dysfunction, self-doubt, and ...
Jul 18, 2023•54 min
Have you ever considered organizing a special event to honor your own professional achievements? Join Amanda as she shares a special conversation about the concept of a book shower - similar to a wedding or baby shower, but for career milestones. She is joined by her friend Upasna Gautam who offered to host a book shower for her to celebrate her upcoming book launch. Learn the ins and outs of creating an intentional space for connection and honoring an achievement through Amanda's experience. Ge...
Jul 11, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Are you curious about the transformative power of sobriety and its impact on personal growth? This episode features Megan Taylor, a DJ, spiritual teacher, and sobriety advocate who has been alcohol-free for three years. Megan shares her own story of how she started exploring personal development and how it led to her decision to abstain from alcohol. She dives into how quitting drinking has allowed her to access deeper healing than before and has enhanced her spiritual ability to sense the energ...
Jul 04, 2023•51 min
Are you ready to redefine your relationship with alcohol and explore the path of moderation? In this episode, Amanda invites you to a conversation about when and if one should try to moderate their drinking. She discusses flawed logic patterns that come up in this scenario, such as treating alcohol like a diet or thinking it adds value to life. She introduces the concept of moderators and abstainers, explains why alcohol is essentially a poison, and encourages you to make it insignificant in you...
Jun 27, 2023•27 min
Are you ready to break the silence surrounding addiction and find solace in shared experiences? In this episode, Dana Killion shares her experience of how alcoholism impacted her relationship, the guilt and regret that came with it, and how writing helped her find her voice and heal from the trauma. She speaks about the importance of finding one's voice to help other women struggling with similar issues feel heard and seen. Tune in now for an honest conversation about addiction, healing from tra...
Jun 20, 2023•45 min
Are you searching for the keys to assertively navigating the challenging process of transforming your relationship with alcohol? In this episode, Amanda talks about the importance of patience and persistence when it comes to changing ingrained perceptions around alcohol. She provides tips on how to stay on track throughout this journey and emphasizes the importance of being assertive and committed while allowing time for transformation. The metaphor of a caterpillar's transformation into a butte...
Jun 13, 2023•21 min
You don't need to rely on external enhancers to appreciate an experience; instead, you can upgrade it by setting boundaries and choosing different types of activities. In this episode, Amanda talks about the mindset shift needed to navigate the summer months, which can be tricky because there is so much additional freedom and social activities associated with drinking. She offers solutions for a successful sober summer, helping listeners overcome nostalgia, temptation, and social pressure. This ...
Jun 06, 2023•14 min
Seeking a path to recovery and genuine support? In this episode, Emily Lynn Paulson discusses the intersection between Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) schemes and alcohol. She shares her story of using alcohol as a coping mechanism for anxiety, postpartum depression, and the need to escape from being a mom. She highlights the story of finding success in an MLM organization but then confronting uncomfortable truths behind it. Emily explores the overlap between MLMs and alcohol and emphasizes the impo...
May 30, 2023•38 min
Have you ever felt something is holding you back from reaching your full potential? In this episode, Amanda dives into three specific ways that alcohol may have been keeping you stuck in your alcohol-free journey. She provides valuable insights into how alcohol can hold us back from fulfilling our potential and encourages us to find our true passions and connect with our intuition to expand our potential in life, relationships, and business. Amanda highlights how drinking only amplifies the disc...
May 23, 2023•19 min
What new opportunities can sobriety bring into your life? In this episode, Amanda talks about her experience attending a hip-hop festival in Las Vegas completely sober. She dives into the importance of being alcohol-free and how it has helped her to manifest some incredible experiences in her life. She shares how she prepared physically and energetically for the festival and reflects on all the fantastic things she experienced at the event. This conversation teaches us that it's possible to have...
May 16, 2023•33 min
Have you ever felt like you were living a double life, hiding your struggles from the outside world? Today, Laura Cathcart Robbins shares her story of addiction and recovery. She explains how she managed to hide her addiction and continue with her performative life and how the departure from her authentic self led to building scaffolding for her addiction. Despite initially viewing treatment as a performative act, she slowly began to appreciate herself and reclaim the confidence she had lost. La...
May 09, 2023•45 min
How can rediscovering and embracing parts of oneself lead to personal growth? In this episode, host Amanda Kuda welcomes Courtney Peacock to discuss sobriety and personal growth. She shares her journey with alcohol, how she learned to cope without it, and the challenges of moderation. She highlights the benefits of sobriety and how it allows individuals to discover their true interests and have meaningful experiences without the need for alcohol. Courtney touches on the value of coaching and how...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Can being alcohol-free be a value add to a relationship? Today, Amanda sits down with Mia & Joe to discuss their experiences with alcohol-free living and how it has impacted their relationship. Throughout the conversation, they open up about the challenges and benefits of exploring an alcohol-free lifestyle together as a couple and how Mia found strength in telling her own story and connecting with others. Joe shares their journey of transitioning from a toxic heavy drinking environment to f...
Apr 25, 2023•58 min
Have you ever felt judged for choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle? Today, Amanda discloses the fear and adverse reactions to selecting an alcohol-free lifestyle. She touches on her personal experience with debunking these fears and emphasizes the importance of embracing one's journey despite others' opinions. She emphasizes that it is not our job to convince or persuade others about our decision to stay alcohol-free and encourages us to embrace our journey and not be swayed by others' opinions. T...
Apr 18, 2023•23 min
