On The Rocks with Olivia Noceda

Season 02: Friendships Apr 11, 2023

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Welcome to Season 2 of On The Rocks - A podcast designed to give it to you straight up. In season two, we're diving into a topic that has been overlooked for too long - Friendships; and the ebs, flows, joys, and complexities of it all. From navigating friendship breakups to celebrating the alignment of a long time friend - I'll be back every Tuesday for new episodes to help shed new light on this topic of wellness.

I'm happy you're here,

Olivia

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On The Rocks: Season 1 Finale - Stepping into a Healthier Mind and Body Mar 28, 2023

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You are listening to the final episode of the inaugural season of On The Rocks! Throughout the season, I was given the opportunity to have conversations with some beautiful people about sober curiosity, the rise of mocktail culture, relationships, and critical social thinking.

While wrapping up this season we can leave with knowing one thing for sure — Stepping into a healthier mind and body requires awareness and courage. It involves stepping out of your comfort zone, and above all, it requires a whole lotta love for yourself to make the first step. I encourage anyone who is sober curious or thinking about their relationship with alcohol to understand why they are doing it, why alcohol is not serving them, and why they are choosing not to drink. This way, when those moments arise, you will be able to confidently say no, it's not for me, and understand the greater purpose.

To wrap up, I want to thank my team and YOU ALL for listening to the entire first season of On The Rocks. I hope to see you soon in just a few weeks with the trailer for season 2!

You know where to find me —

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Overcoming Self-Sabotage, Discomfort, and Life-Changing Decisions with Africa Brooke Mar 21, 2023

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Have you ever felt that you were funnier, sexier, and more intelligent when you drank? In the 10th episode of "On The Rocks", we speak with Africa Brooke about overcoming the toxic thoughts that can come with alcohol abuse. While this problem can be disguised in glamorous ways, it still exists and needs to be addressed. Get to know her experience and how her life changed from abusing alcohol into practicing sobriety, from a place of shame and into pleasure.

During our conversation with Africa, we covered the following points:

Society is taking aging steps that are not being critically revised.
We put our bodies in extremely shameful situations without understanding the consequences.
Relapsing into self-sabotaging behaviors can create traumas that last a lifetime.
Discomfort is an essential part of growth, and we must dive deep into it to know ourselves better.
Moving towards a safer life entails changes in our environment and relationships.

Enjoy the episode!

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Transforming Your Life Through Confidence and Finding Your Voice with Les Alfred Mar 14, 2023

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In today's episode, we're joined by Les Alfred, a proponent of the "sober curious" movement. Les is an inspiration, authentic, and has been on a journey to find her own practice of self-love. We pull from child hood memories to spark inspiration and tapping into what brings us more joy and understanding how these little routines can make us happier.

We recognize that this topic is sensitive. Unlike other addictions, alcohol is a part of everyone's life. However, it is important to reconsider the societal belief that drinking is a necessary part of socializing and shift towards healthier and more authentic lifestyles.

During our conversation with Les, we covered the following points:

Cultural norms that suggest drinking is a way to socialize and why it's worth reconsidering this belief.
Ways to take pleasure in your own company and connect with yourself.
Techniques for becoming curious about yourself and identifying patterns that prevent authenticity.
The importance of having wellness conversations that include the perspectives of people of color.
How to feel confident and proud of your decisions, instead of insecure.

Enjoy the episode!

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Mindfulness & Drinking with The Brains Behind Sunnyside App, Ian Andersen & Nick Allen Mar 07, 2023

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In this week’s episode, we interviewed the co-founders of Sunnyside, a mindful drinking app that aims to help people drink more responsibly. The app was created by Ian and Nick, who have had personal experiences with alcohol and its impact on their lives. While they do not expect everyone to stop drinking, they wanted a tool to help them and others cut back if they felt called too. The app offers features such as a drink tracker, personalized goals, and community support to help users develop a healthier relationship with alcohol. You can support both the app and the podcast by sharing with others!

We also discussed:

The importance of mindfulness in relation to drinking.
How technology can be used to encourage positive behavior change.
Interacting with the Sunnyside community and sharing reflections.
Exploring your own habits and relationship with drinking.
Connecting with others through healthy habits.

Enjoy!

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On The Path of Living Unapologetically with Zaynab Issa Feb 28, 2023

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In this week's podcast, we are speaking with Zaynab Issa; recipe developer, freelance creative, content creator, and Food Editor at Bon Appetit Magazine. Zaynab shares her personal journey with sobriety and how her religion plays a role in her decision to abstain from alcohol. We also discuss the importance of respecting others' choices and lifestyles, even if they differ from our own.

In addition, we delve into:

- The importance of having confidence in being unapollagetically you.

- The benefits of adopting new habits and diving into emerging trends when you feel called to.

- The impact of patriarchal culture on our decision-making.

- The need to pursue what you want and not let others dictate your path.

Enjoy!

IG: @zaynab_issa

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Sober State of Mind with Ruby Warrington Feb 21, 2023

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We are joined by the fabulous Ruby Warrington in this week's episode. She coined the term 'Sober Curious,' which has now become a worldwide movement. Ruby is the author of the book 'Sober Curious: The Blissful Sleep, Greater Focus, Deep Connection, and Limitless Presence Awaiting Us All On The Other Side of Alcohol’. Tune in to hear more about:

The impact and culture Sex & The City built for 90’s baby’s
The physical impacts of alcohol consumption
The difference between sober curious and being sober
Taking the time to grieve a period of life
FOMA: Fear of Missing Alcohol
Sustainable ways to change our habits

Join us as we delve into these important topics and explore our own relationship with alcohol. Let's start a conversation and broaden our perspectives.

Enjoy!

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Staying Sparkly, Sober, and Confident with Liz Moody Feb 14, 2023

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In this week's podcast episode, Liz Moody, Creator, 2x Cookbook Author, and an expert in crafting non-alcoholic beverages, discusses the significance of ritual in social gatherings and offers insights on adopting an approach of sober curiosity. Listeners can gain further understanding of the topic as Liz shares her expertise on creating a memorable experience when gathering with friends.

We also dive into;

The rise in popularity of "sober curious" lifestyles
Health benefits of reducing or eliminating alcohol consumption and the impact on mental health
The social aspects of alcohol-free living and how it can help you tap into your true self
Liz’s personal travels through life and how she came to sobriety
The business side of alcohol-free living
The ritualistic needs that are within all of us

Enjoy!

IG: @lizmoody

Connect with Liz here