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Maybe you’re considering quitting alcohol and going completely sober. Or maybe you wish to change your relationship with alcohol and stop drinking. Maybe you wish to do moderation.
Whichever way you choose, this podcast will give you the process to succeed.
Alcohol-Free Lifestyle is for high performers, including entrepreneurs, executives, investors, athletes, and top professionals.
Are you constantly living in the future or ruminating on the past? In part two of their "Life by Design" series, Coach Matt and mindfulness expert Jeff Lester move from theory to application. Jeff guides listeners through a powerful meditation practice designed to shift the body from a high-alert sympathetic state into deep relaxation and presence.
Discover the neurological difference between "meditation" (the state) and "meditation practice" (the tool) as you learn to use your breath to soften physical tension and amplify feelings of spaciousness.
This episode provides high achievers with a practical, immersive experience to reclaim their mental clarity and anchor themselves in the alcohol-free edge.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Are you living your life by choice or by habit? Coach Matt welcomes back mentor and wellness expert Jeff Lester to explore the concept of Life by Design.
Discover how to shift from "downriver" living, where you react to past behaviors, to a state of conscious agency.
Learn why high achievers must "follow the plan, not the mood," and how to transform mundane routines into powerful rituals through presence and curiosity.
This episode provides a blueprint for integrating mindfulness, breathwork, and intuitive movement into your daily schedule to manage your energy and build a life that aligns with your highest vision.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
s 90 days enough, or are you just getting warmed up? Coaches Matt and Jason explore the profound difference between becoming alcohol-free and living alcohol-free.
While the first 90 days provide essential "wet cement" for new neural pathways, it is the one-year mark that truly "cures" your new identity.
Discover the neuroscience of the 21/90 Rule, the restoration of natural dopamine tone, and why high achievers must move past "Destination Syndrome" to avoid the drift back to old habits. This episode provides a blueprint for sustaining long-term growth, leveraging community as a life-saving accountability tool, and turning an alcohol-free choice into an automatic, high-performance lifestyle.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Have you reached the 90-day mark and started thinking, "I'm good, I've got this"? Coaches Matt and Jason dive into the dangerous phenomenon of "The Drift"—the slow, subtle erosion of your alcohol-free identity that can happen months or even years after quitting .
Discover the neuroscience of Fading Effect Bias and why "famous last words" like "I'll be fine" often lead high achievers back to the moderation trap .
This episode provides a candid roadmap to identify the shift from firm commitment to ambiguous language and offers practical strategies to re-anchor your identity through consistent habits and community support .
Learn how to stay vigilant and grounded, ensuring your 90-day win becomes a lifelong transformation
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
James interviews his father, Ron, 81 as they discuss family, regrets, accomplishments and more.
Listen to James's father tell the story of meeting his granddaughter for the first time, what his biggest fear for James was, his pride, accomplishments, regrets and hopes for the future. The conversation every son gets to have with his father.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Is your business truly growing, or are you just "scaling chaos"? In this episode, we dive into the hidden friction points that keep successful founders stuck between seven and eight figures.
Discover why most entrepreneurs mistake a conversion or alignment problem for a "leads problem" and how internal rivalries between sales and marketing can kill your momentum.
Learn the "Game Seven Team" philosophy for building elite company culture, the danger of "Omnipresence FOMO" in the age of AI, and why companies don't scale, leaders do. Reclaim your time and mental real estate by moving from operator to owner with the strategic guidance of mentors who have already walked the path to a $40 million exit.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Have you reached a milestone and started thinking you're finally "cured"? Coaches Matt and Jason expose the psychological trap of the "slow erosion" the gradual process where overconfidence and ego lead high achievers back to the drink.
Discover the neuroscience behind fading effect bias and why your "famous last words" are often "I'll be fine" or "I got this."
Learn how to identify the drift in your narrative before it becomes a behavioral shift, and why maintaining identity-based habits is the only way to prevent old neural pathways from reactivating.
This episode provides a candid roadmap to sustained clarity, helping you stay humble and grounded long after the initial 90-day win.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Is stopping the drink enough, or do you need a complete internal shift to stay alcohol-free? Coaches Matt and Jason discuss the vital importance of community in moving beyond the "white-knuckling" phase of alcohol-free.
Celebrating Jason's five-year milestone, they explore why traditional 12-step programs weren't enough for their personal growth and how high achievers can trade "disempowering language" for neuroplasticity-based empowerment.
Discover why human connection is the ultimate antidote to drinking in isolation and how a supportive "tribe" allows you to stop playing a role and start living as the best version of yourself. This episode provides a blueprint for building long-term self-trust and integrity through the power of collective accountability.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Have you ever told yourself, "I've been alcohol-free for so long, I can probably handle just one"? Coach Matt shares his powerful personal story of how those "famous last words" triggered a four-year slide back into the moderation trap after more than three years of being alcohol-free.
This episode explores the psychological roots of the "rebellious side" and how early childhood associations with alcohol can shape an adult identity.
Learn why Coach Matt believes that keeping an "inner eye" on fleeting thoughts about drinking is a sign of strength, not weakness, and how moving into solutions mode helped him break a multi-generational cycle of alcoholism to reach a seven-year milestone.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
What happens when a high achiever stops "managing" their drinking and starts masterfully managing their life? Coach Matt sits down with AFL client Laura to celebrate her 13-month alcohol-free milestone.
Discover how Laura navigated the common pitfalls of the first year, from "gray area" drinking traps to high-stakes social events, and emerged with a level of self-trust she never thought possible.
Learn about the profound shift in metabolic health, the elimination of "3 AM anxiety," and the power of consistent coaching in building a life where alcohol is no longer even a consideration.
This episode is a deep dive into the compounding interest of sobriety and the lasting freedom that comes from choosing yourself over the glass.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
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