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    The No More Wasted Days Podcast

    This is the No More Wasted Days Podcast. I’m your host – Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet.

    Grab your favorite NA drink, and listen as we share vulnerable stories so you never feel alone on your alcohol free journey, and gain insights from us as we breakdown our most used tips and strategies that have kept us alcohol free. It’s time to break free from wasting any more of your days to the drinking/blackout/hangover cycle.

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    Episode 158: Reinventing Yourself After Alcohol with Amy Mashburn Feb 03, 2026
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    What happens when you quit drinking and realize the hardest part isn’t the alcohol, it’s letting go of who you used to be? In this episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, I’m joined by Amy Mashburn, nearly 18 years alcohol-free and co-founder of Upper Left Strength. Amy got sober at just 23 years old, long before sobriety was trendy, and her story offers a powerful perspective on identity, mindset, and what it actually takes to build a life you don’t want to escape from. This conversation goes far beyond health and fitness. We talk about the identity shift that comes with quitting drinking, why mindset has to change before your habits do, and how discomfort is often the doorway to real transformation. If you’re tired of negotiating with alcohol, half-trying, or feeling stuck between who you were and who you want to become, this episode will land. In this episode, we talk about: ⚡️ What it was like to get sober at 23 and rebuild life from the ground up ⚡️ Why drinking is often a symptom, not the root problem ⚡️ The identity grief that comes with quitting alcohol (and why it’s normal) ⚡️ Ego death, perfectionism, and self-sabotage in early sobriety ⚡️ Why women are so hard on themselves and how that fuels relapse and burnout ⚡️ The role of discomfort in lasting change ⚡️ How sobriety reshapes standards in relationships, work, and self-respect ⚡️ Why health and fitness can support sobriety without becoming another extreme ⚡️ What “no more wasted days” really means when time is your most valuable resource A powerful reminder from this episode: You don’t quit drinking just to stop drinking. You quit so you can reclaim your time, your energy, and your future. Alcohol takes far more than it gives, and once you see that clearly, it’s hard to unsee. About Amy Mashburn: Amy Mashburn is nearly 18 years alcohol-free and the co-founder of Upper Left Strength, a health and fitness company focused on sustainable nutrition, strength training, and mindset work. She works alongside her husband to help people step out of all-or-nothing thinking and build lives rooted in alignment, strength, and self-trust. You can find Amy on Instagram @upperleftamy and learn more about her work at Upper Left Strength at www.upperleftstrength.com Work with Amy: Upper Left Strength offers customized nutrition, strength training, and mindset support through their app-based coaching and Blueprint membership. This is not a quick fix or diet culture solution, it’s real work for people ready to stop starting over. Find out more at www.upperleftstrength.com Ready to go deeper in your alcohol-free journey? Enrollment is open for the PUSH to 100 Alcohol-Free Challenge, starting February 10 and running through May 22. These 100 days are designed to help you walk into summer confident, grounded, and clear. You can sign up at nomorewasteddays.co. If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review or comment on Spotify or YouTube, and be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next. Your time matters. Let’s stop wasting it. *************************************** Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
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    Ep. 157: Is It Time to Quit Drinking? Jan 27, 2026
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    If you’ve ever found yourself quietly wondering, “Is my drinking a problem?” this episode is for you. Before we dive in, I want you to know this: 👉 Early enrollment for the PUSH to 100 Alcohol-Free Challenge opens tomorrow. This 100-day guided experience begins February 10 and is designed to help you step away from alcohol with clarity, structure, and real support. You’ll receive daily guidance, workbooks, group coaching, and access to a private, off–social-media community where you won’t have to do this alone. You can join the waiting list now at www.nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist, or click the link below. Everyone on the waitlist will be notified as soon as early enrollment opens. About This Episode “How do you know when it’s time to quit drinking?” This is one of the hardest questions to answer, and it’s the exact question I asked myself for years before I finally stopped. I wasn’t waiting for a DUI, a job loss, or a dramatic rock-bottom moment. I was waiting for permission. For certainty. For a sign big enough to make the decision feel undeniable. In this episode, I explain why that sign rarely comes, and why waiting for it often keeps people stuck longer than necessary. Instead, I walk you through six clear areas to reflect on, not with judgment or shame, but with honesty and compassion. These are the same signs I ignored for years, and the ones I wish someone had laid out for me sooner. In This Episode, We Talk About: 🫶 Why asking the question at all is often the first sign that something needs to change 🫶 How to recognize when drinking takes more than it gives, emotionally, mentally, and physically 🫶 The exhausting cycle of negotiating with yourself and making rules you keep breaking 🫶 Using alcohol to numb, cope, escape, or quiet the noise, and why that’s not a personal failure 🫶 The overlooked clue that matters most, how you feel on the days you don’t drink We also talk about something that doesn’t get said enough: You do not need a dramatic reason, a label, or a diagnosis to quit drinking. You’re allowed to stop simply because life feels harder with alcohol in it, and easier without it. If You’re Nodding Along While Listening If this episode feels uncomfortably familiar, that doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. It means your mind and body are trying to tell you something. Alcohol is a highly addictive substance that has been normalized, encouraged, and marketed as self-care. Feeling stuck in a cycle with it is not a moral failing. It’s a predictable outcome. And the good news is, you can choose something different. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you’re thinking, “I’m ready for a change, but I don’t know how to do this on my own,” I’d love to support you inside the PUSH to 100 Alcohol-Free Challenge. This is not about perfection or forever decisions. It’s about creating momentum, rebuilding trust with yourself, and experiencing what life feels like without alcohol in the way. 📌 Join the waitlist here: www.nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist Early enrollment opens tomorrow, and the challenge begins February 10. You don’t have to decide anything forever. You only have to listen to what your body and your intuition have already been telling you. Thank you for being here, and thank you for listening. I’ll be in your ear again next week. 💛 *************************************** Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
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    Ep. 156: A Healthier Alternative to Alcohol? Kava 101 w/ Morgan Smith Jan 20, 2026
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    The next round of the PUSH to 100 (100-day alcohol free challenge), begins on February 10. This is for you if you’re ready to quit drinking with confidence. 👉 Join the waiting list for early access, priority enrollment, and an exclusive bonus at: www.nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist *************************************** In today’s episode of No More Wasted Days, I’m joined by Morgan Smith, founder of Kalm with Kava, for a grounded, honest conversation about kava, what it is, how it works, and why it’s becoming a popular alcohol-free ritual for people who still want to unwind without poisoning themselves. If you’ve ever thought: ➡️ “I just want something to take the edge off” ➡️ “I miss the ritual of a drink, not the alcohol” ➡️ “I don’t want to be numb or impaired, just calmer” This episode is for you. Morgan is a self-described kava nerd, and his depth of knowledge shines through without making this conversation feel overly scientific or overwhelming. We talk about kava as a tool, not a cure-all, and where it fits realistically into an alcohol-free lifestyle. In this episode, we cover: ✨ What kava actually is and how it’s been used for thousands of years ✨ How kava interacts with the nervous system and why it feels calming without intoxication ✨ The difference between kava and alcohol (and why comparing the two can be misleading) ✨ The truth about liver toxicity, outdated studies, and modern research ✨ Why quality, sourcing, and preparation matter when it comes to kava ✨ How kava can support evening rituals without impairing memory, judgment, or presence ✨ Why no substance, including kava, should be expected to “fix” your life ✨How to think about kava as part of a sober toolbox, not a replacement addiction Resources & Links: 🌈 Kalm with Kava Website: www.kalmwithkava.com 🌈 Follow Morgan on Instagram @kalm_with_kava, TikTok @kalmwithkava, and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Drinkkalm for education and behind-the-scenes looks at how kava is grown and prepared 🌈 Morgan’s Hawaiian farm project: Puʻuhōnua Eva Hawaiian Farms (linked on his socials) One Last Reminder If you’re tired of trying to “moderate,” tired of starting over every Monday, and tired of needing something external to get through your evenings, the PUSH to 100 was built for you. This round runs February 10 through mid-May, setting you up to enter summer and long weekends feeling confident, clear, and grounded in your alcohol-free identity. 👉 Get on the waiting list here: www.nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist If this episode resonated, please subscribe to No More Wasted Days on your podcast app and leave a review. Reviews help this message reach people who need it, and they’re one of the most powerful ways to support the show. *************************************** Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
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    Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial


    Ep. 155: The Shift That Makes Ditching Alcohol Feel Easy (How to Quit Drinking Without Willpower) Jan 13, 2026
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    Dry January is usually hardest after the initial motivation fades. The first week can be rough with headaches, fatigue, and withdrawal symptoms. The second week often feels better physically, but this is when the “drinking brain” starts whispering, “See? You don’t have a problem. You can go back now.” ➡️➡️ This episode is your reminder not to listen to that voice. In today’s episode of the No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara shares six practical, mindset-shifting strategies to help you move beyond white-knuckling Dry January and into something far more powerful: joy, clarity, and abundance. These tools are not just for January. They are the same strategies that support long-term alcohol-free living. (Looking for the sign up link to get on the waiting list 👀👀 for the upcoming PUSH to 100? Look no further - www.nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist) Inside This Episode, You’ll Learn: 1️⃣. How to manage cravings with a plan, not shame Cravings are not a personal failure. They are a sign your brain is healing. Sara explains urge surfing, changing your environment, using non-alcoholic drinks strategically, and a simple mindset shift that helps cravings pass without spiraling. 2️⃣. How to clarify a strong “why” that makes alcohol-free living non-negotiable Your why will evolve as you do. This episode helps you move from surface-level motivations (like avoiding hangovers) to identity-based reasons that actually last. 3️⃣ How to socialize with confidence without drinking From ordering drinks without overexplaining, to planning exits, to navigating awkward moments without alcohol, you’ll learn how to feel grounded and self-assured in social settings. 4️⃣. How to live sanely in a culture that glorifies alcohol Alcohol marketing is not neutral. Sara breaks down why Dry January is triggering for big alcohol, how to curate your social media and ads, and why choosing sobriety is quietly rebellious. 5️⃣ How to shift from deprivation to abundance Dry January should not feel like punishment. Learn how to track alcohol-free wins, practice gratitude, and recognize the real benefits that make you want to keep going. 6️⃣ How to create micro-joy moments that rebuild real dopamine Alcohol hijacks the brain’s reward system. Sara shares simple, accessible ways to create sustainable dopamine through movement, novelty, creativity, and small daily pleasures. This Episode Is For You If: 🌈 You’re two weeks into Dry January and feeling tempted to quit 🌈 You’re tired of white-knuckling alcohol breaks 🌈 You want sobriety to feel expansive, not restrictive 🌈 You’re curious what life feels like when joy is no longer borrowed from alcohol Ready for More Support? ✨ Enrollment is opening soon for PUSH TO 100, Sara’s guided 100-day alcohol-free challenge starting February 10. ✨ This experience is designed to help you quit drinking with structure, community, and real-life tools so you can feel confident, grounded, and supported through your first 100 alcohol-free days. 👉👉 Join the waiting list to get early access and a special enrollment bonus: www.nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist ******************************************** Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
    IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod
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    TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial


    Ep. 154: What Happens to Your Body in the First 10 Days Without Alcohol Jan 06, 2026
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    Sara breaks down what really happens in the first 10 days of an alcohol-free journey (beyond the highlight reels and feel-good memes). Most people don’t talk about the not-so-glamorous physical and emotional shifts that come up when you stop drinking. But Sara’s here to get real—and to empower you with science-backed insights and simple strategies so you can make it through the early days with confidence. She covers: 🍷 What’s happening physiologically when alcohol leaves your system 🧠 How the dopamine crash messes with your motivation and mood 💤 Why sleep can get worse before it gets better 🍭 The truth about sugar cravings (and why they’re not just “bad habits”) 🧰 Six practical tools to survive and thrive in the first 10 days Whether you're just getting started or preparing for a new AF season, this episode will help you normalize the messy middle—and stick with it. 🔑 Key Takeaways: ✅ Alcohol affects way more than just your bloodstream—it impacts your dopamine, sleep cycles, and blood sugar ✅ You’re not “doing it wrong” if the first 10 days feel flat, foggy, or hard ✅ Healing happens in layers—physical, emotional, and spiritual ✅ Nourishing your body with protein + complex carbs = fewer cravings and crashes ✅ Morning routines and natural dopamine boosts can jumpstart your day ✅ Planning your witching hour (and finding community) is essential to staying the course 👯‍♀️ Want deeper support for your journey? Join the PUSH to 100 waitlist to be the first to apply for the next round (spots open January 28th!). You’ll get structure, coaching, community, and tools that go far beyond “just don’t drink.” ✨ nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist 🎧 If this episode helped you feel seen, leave a quick review! Your words help this message reach more people on the path to freedom. Resources Mentioned: * Daymakers Community: Weekly coaching calls, private messaging threads, and a supportive community. CLICK HERE to learn more here. ************************************************ Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
    IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod
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    Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial


    Ep. 153: Hit Your 2026 Goals by Ditching Alcohol Dec 30, 2025
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    If something in your life feels off, if you know you’re capable of more but keep feeling held back, Dry January might be the reset you’ve been looking for. The Dry January Experience is a guided, supportive 30-day alcohol-free challenge designed to help you:

    • Build confidence without relying on willpower
    • Understand what’s actually happening in your body and brain
    • Create momentum, clarity, and self-trust
    • Experience what life feels like without alcohol in the way
    You’ll get daily support videos, a printable journal, a workbook, and live coaching calls with me, plus a community that’s doing this alongside you. Doors close January 1st at midnight (Pacific). Join now at nomorewasteddays.co/dryjanuary. Episode Summary As we close out the year, this episode invites you to imagine a different version of yourself. Not a version created by doing more, pushing harder, or fixing yourself, but a version revealed when you remove the one thing that’s been quietly draining your energy, confidence, and clarity. In this deeply personal episode, Sara shares:
    • Why 2025 was one of her hardest years emotionally and mentally
    • How anxiety resurfaced in a way that reminded her of her drinking days, and what she did instead of numbing out
    • The story of her last New Year’s Eve as a drinker, and how it set the stage for real change
    • Why trying to “drink better” kept her stuck, and why removing alcohol closed the gap between who she was and who she wanted to be
    This episode introduces the idea of YOU 2.0, the version of yourself that emerges when the noise is gone. Alcohol doesn’t create confidence, energy, or freedom. It blocks access to them. Key Takeaways from This Episode
    • Reinvention does not require more habits. Sometimes the biggest upgrade comes from subtraction.
    • Alcohol quietly erodes sleep, emotional regulation, self-trust, and momentum.
    • The distance between your potential and your reality shrinks dramatically when alcohol is removed.
    • You don’t have to decide forever. Thirty days is enough to see what’s possible.
    • Dry January works because it gives you social permission, structure, and space to reflect.
    Sara also shares how her alcohol-free journey led to:
    • Greater creativity and clarity
    • Financial and career confidence
    • The creation of No More Wasted Days
    • A deeper connection to who she actually is, not who alcohol told her she was
    A Question to Sit With Who might you become if alcohol no longer dictated your evenings, your energy, or your emotions? What would feel possible in your life if you trusted yourself again? Join the Dry January Experience If you’re curious about who YOU 2.0 might be, Dry January is a powerful and safe place to start. Doors close January 1st at midnight (Pacific). Join here: nomorewasteddays.co/dryjanuary Let’s make this the year you stop leaving yourself behind. ******************************************** Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
    IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod
    Follow Sara on Social Media:
    IG: @no_more_wasted_days
    TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

    Ep. 152: Your First Sober Christmas: What No One Tells You Dec 23, 2025
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    Enrollment is officially open for The Dry January Experience, a guided 30-day alcohol-free reset designed to help you step away from drinking with confidence, clarity, and structure. If you’ve ever wished alcohol could become something you could “take or leave,” this experience is for you. You’ll receive daily emails, short supportive videos, and group coaching calls with Sara to help you navigate cravings, mindset shifts, and real-life triggers without white-knuckling it. 👉 Join now at nomorewasteddays.co/dryjanuary or use the link in the show notes to get started. Episode Summary Christmas is supposed to feel magical, but for many people it’s one of the most emotionally intense and alcohol-heavy times of the year. In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara speaks directly to anyone navigating their first alcohol-free Christmas, or quietly questioning whether drinking is making the holidays harder than they need to be. Sara shares honest stories from her own past Christmases, days filled with drinking, waking up hungover, emotional meltdowns, and the familiar December 26th shame spiral. She breaks down the truth many of us avoid: alcohol never actually made the holidays calmer, happier, or more meaningful. It only delayed the stress and magnified the aftermath. This episode offers seven practical, compassionate strategies to help you move through Christmas without alcohol, while protecting your peace, your nervous system, and your self-respect. In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • Why holiday pressure is largely artificial, and how alcohol marketing intensifies it
    • How alcohol increases stress, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion during the holidays
    • Why you are not boring without a drink, you are more present and more connected
    • How nostalgia distorts memories of drinking, and how to remember past holidays accurately
    • Tools for navigating triggering family dynamics without using alcohol as a coping mechanism
    • How to set boundaries, rehearse responses, and give yourself permission to disappoint others
    • Why choosing yourself may feel uncomfortable at first, but builds lasting self-trust
    • How to create one intentional ritual to anchor you through the holiday
    • Why December 26th is the real victory, and how waking up clear-headed changes everything
    Sara also shares simple scripts for handling pressure to drink, ideas for taking micro-breaks during family gatherings, and a powerful reminder: your healing journey is not something other people get to vote on. If you’ve been afraid that an alcohol-free Christmas will feel dull, isolating, or joyless, this episode offers a different truth. Alcohol-free holidays can be steadier, calmer, and far more peaceful than anything alcohol ever delivered. Continue your alcohol-free momentum into the new year If this episode resonated, The Dry January Experience is your next step. This is not about willpower or deprivation. It’s about support, education, and creating a solid foundation for an alcohol-free life. 👉 Enroll now at nomorewasteddays.co/dryjanuary and start your year clear-headed, grounded, and supported. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a comment on Spotify or YouTube, or write a review on Apple Podcasts. Sara reads and responds to them personally. The greatest gift you can give yourself this Christmas is presence. ******************************************** Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
    IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod
    Follow Sara on Social Media:
    IG: @no_more_wasted_days
    TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

    Ep. 151: Quit Drinking Without Calling Yourself an Alcoholic (ft. Suzanne Warye) Dec 16, 2025
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    Thinking about starting the new year alcohol-free, but don’t want to do it alone? You can still join the Dry January Experience waiting list and be first in line when early enrollment opens on December 19th. Waiting list members receive early access and an exclusive discount. 👉 Join the waiting list here: nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist *************************************** Episode Summary In today’s episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara sits down with Suzanne Warye, author of The Sober Shift, host of the Sober Mom Life podcast, and founder of the Sober Mom Life Café. This is an honest, grounded conversation about motherhood, identity, shame, and the moment many women quietly realize that alcohol is taking more than it’s giving. Suzanne shares her powerful story of becoming “spontaneously sober,” why moderation is a trap for so many women, and how alcohol culture has deliberately targeted exhausted, overwhelmed moms. If you’ve ever wondered whether you “qualify” for sobriety, or felt like you should be able to make drinking work even though it never really does, this episode will land deeply. In this episode, we talk about:

    • Suzanne’s last night drinking and the moment she knew she was done
    • What “spontaneous sobriety” really means and why relapse isn’t inevitable
    • The hidden shame cycle so many women live in, even when they look “fine” on the outside
    • Why moderation fails, and why the drink is the problem, not you
    • How alcohol marketing targets women and moms under the guise of self-care and empowerment
    • What abundance actually looks like in an alcohol-free life (hint: it’s quieter, steadier, and more joyful)
    • Why community is essential for women in sobriety, especially mothers
    • How quitting drinking allows women to come home to themselves and trust their inner voice again
    Suzanne also shares why she wrote The Sober Shift, and how it’s designed for women who don’t relate to rock-bottom stories but still know something feels off. About Suzanne Warye Suzanne Warye is the author of The Sober Shift, host of the Sober Mom Life podcast, and creator of the Sober Mom Life Café, a supportive community for mothers exploring alcohol-free living. Her work focuses on dismantling shame, questioning drinking culture, and helping women reclaim their time, energy, and identity. You can find Suzanne on Instagram at @suzannewarye and learn more about her work at suzannewarye.com. If this conversation sparked something in you and you’re craving a fresh start with real support, now is the perfect time to get on the Dry January Experience waiting list. Early enrollment opens December 19th, and waiting list members receive a special discounted rate. 👉 Join here: nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist And if you haven’t already, please consider leaving a review or comment on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube. Sara reads every one, and your feedback helps this message reach the women who need it most. *************************************** Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
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    TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

    Ep. 150: How to Know If Alcohol Is a Problem, Even If You Don’t Drink Every Day Dec 09, 2025
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    Get on the Dry January 2026 waiting list if you know you’re ready for a reset. You’ll receive early enrollment access plus a discounted rate.Sign up at nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist. Episode Summary Most women who struggle with alcohol never fit the stereotype of the “daily drinker.” They function well, they hold everything together, and from the outside, everything looks fine. Yet inside, alcohol is shaping far more than they realize. In this episode, Sara breaks down how to recognize when drinking is running your life, even if you don’t drink every day. She explores the subtle signs of low grade dependency, how mental energy becomes entangled with alcohol, and why frequency does not equal severity. Whether you are still drinking or already alcohol free, this episode will help you see your relationship with alcohol with more honesty, clarity, and compassion. In This Episode You’ll Learn: 1. Why frequency isn’t the real issue Sara dismantles the old belief that “a real problem” only exists when someone drinks every day. She explains why modern drinking struggles show up through mental preoccupation, not just quantity. 2. The four signs alcohol may be running your life Sara walks through four categories where alcohol leaves fingerprints, even for gray area drinkers:

    • Mental and emotional signs such as rule setting, constant planning, thinking about alcohol like clockwork, or needing it to regulate emotions.
    • Physical and sleep signs like middle-of-the-night wakeups, sluggish mornings, anxiety spikes, cravings, and inflammation.
    • Behavioral signs including, sneaking sips, avoiding events without alcohol, or planning commitments around hangovers.
    • Identity signs such as struggling to imagine yourself without alcohol or leaning heavily on your “drinking persona.”
    3. The brain chemistry behind “needing a drink” Sara breaks down dopamine spikes, cortisol crashes, and why anxiety lingers for days after drinking. She highlights why even inconsistent drinking still keeps the reinforcement loop alive. 4. What gray area drinking actually is Most women who feel stuck in the start-and-stop cycle aren’t “alcoholics.” They’re gray area drinkers living in quiet chaos, often rewarded by society for coping silently. 5. Why a meaningful break changes everything Taking 30 days off alcohol stabilizes the nervous system, exposes what alcohol has been costing you, and gives you a first glimpse of the peace and clarity you’ve been chasing. 6. The questions that matter more than ‘How much do I drink?’ Sara offers reflection questions to help you evaluate whether alcohol is supporting your life or slowing it down. Key Takeaways
    • Alcohol doesn’t have to completely derail your life to be running it.
    • If you’re thinking about it daily, planning around it, or dreading life without it, that is enough information.
    • A meaningful break is often the turning point where everything becomes clear.
    • Alcohol is a socially accepted poison that disconnects you from your power, but stepping back reconnects you to who you really are.
    Get on the Dry January Waiting List If this episode hit home, consider joining Sara for Dry January 2026. You’ll receive early enrollment access and a discounted rate when doors open. → Sign up free at nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist. ******************************************** Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
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    Ep. 149: Why Women are Drinking More, and Who Benefits ft. Celeste Yvonne Dec 02, 2025
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    In today’s episode, Sara sits down with author and advocate Celeste Yvonne, whose book It’s Not About the Wine cuts straight through the noise of mommy wine culture and exposes what’s really going on behind the scenes. This conversation digs into the political and psychological systems that encourage women to drink, profit from their burnout, and quietly benefit when mothers are overwhelmed, numb, and too exhausted to challenge the status quo. Sara and Celeste unpack how alcohol became the “acceptable” coping mechanism for modern motherhood, why women are drinking more than ever, and how targeted marketing turned female exhaustion into a trillion-dollar opportunity for Big Alcohol. If you’ve ever wondered why drinking feels so normalized for moms or why quitting sometimes feels rebellious, this episode will connect the dots. They also explore what happens when women finally step out of that fog. Spoiler, clarity changes everything. From relationships to emotional patterns to political awareness, sobriety becomes a form of awakening, and that awakening has a ripple effect. If you’ve felt the spark of something waking up inside you, this episode will fan that flame. In this episode, you’ll hear:

    • Why mommy wine culture exploded on social media and who benefitted from it
    • How Big Alcohol used burnout, overwhelm, and emotional labor as a marketing strategy
    • Why numbing out keeps women small, quiet, and disconnected from their own power
    • The cultural expectations that trap women into drinking more than they realize
    • How marketing shifted from cigarettes to wine, and why women became the primary target
    • The connection between sobriety and political clarity
    • What real self care looks like when alcohol is no longer the default
    • How sobriety gives women their voice back, and why that voice matters
    • The emotional patterns alcohol keeps hidden and what rises to the surface when you stop
    • Why women often feel angrier in early sobriety, and why anger is actually a sign of waking up
    About Celeste Celeste Yvonne is a writer, speaker, and author of It’s Not About the Wine: The Loaded Truth Behind Mommy Wine Culture. Her work has been featured in the Washington Post, Today Show, and Good Morning America. You can follow her on social media @theultimatemomchallenge (on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok) or on Substack. Ready for a powerful reset? Dry January is coming, and I’m hosting my biggest 30-day alcohol-free experience starting January 1. You’ll get daily support, coaching, and a community that actually understands what you’re working toward. Join the waiting list for first access and an exclusive discount. Join the waitlist: nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist Books Mentioned
    1. Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke Referenced for understanding the pain, pleasure, and dopamine balance.
    2. Atomic Habits by James Clear Recommended for building new habits and rewiring routines in early alcohol-free life.
    3. This Naked Mind by Annie Grace A foundational book that helped Sara shift her beliefs about alcohol.
    4. The Addiction Inoculation by Jessica Lahey Recommended by Celeste for understanding how to raise kids in an alcohol-centric culture.
    5. Fawning by Dr. Ingrid Clayton Mentioned in your discussion about people-pleasing and emotional patterns.
    6. Quit Like a Woman by Holly Whitaker Cited as one of the major books shaping the conversation around women and alcohol.
    7. Drink by Ann Dowsett Johnston Referenced for its research on how and why women became the primary target of alcohol marketing.
    8. It’s Not About the Wine by Celeste Yvonne Central to the episode and the conversation about mommy wine culture and political awakenings.
    **************************************************** Dry January Waiting List If something in this conversation stirred something in you, don’t ignore it. Dry January is right around the corner, and this is your chance to start the year clear, grounded, and fully back in your power. My 30 Day Alcohol Free Experience begins January 1, and the women who join this challenge always walk out with more confidence, more energy, and a level of clarity they didn’t know they were missing. Get on the waiting list today so you’re the first to know when enrollment opens and you’ll unlock an exclusive discount only available to waitlist members. If you’re craving a reset or a real change, this is your moment to take it. Join the waitlist: nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-no-more-wasted-days-podcast--7445193/support.
    Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Join the Day Makers to be part of a community that gets it, and hop onto weekly group coaching calls with me and the community.
    Follow the podcast on Social Media:
    IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod
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    IG: @no_more_wasted_days
    TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

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