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Are you struggling with learning how to cope as a special needs parent when alcohol has been your go-to for years? Amy once felt the same way—thinking wine was the only way to take the edge off. But during a 30-day alcohol experiment, she uncovered something surprising: her drinking had less to do with parenting challenges and more to do with old coping patterns she’d carried for years. In this Where Are They Now chat with Coach Hayley, Amy opens up about how going alcohol-free has helped her show up differently as a mom, let go of micromanaging, and even lean back into supporting the very community she once wanted to escape.
In this episode, Amy and Hayley catch up on:
How Amy's "sneaky" relationship with alcohol masked deeper coping patterns
Why The Alcohol Experiment was just the beginning of her real transformation
How to cope as a special needs parent by addressing root causes, not just symptoms
Why her drinking habits had nothing to do with special needs parenting challenges
Learning to feel emotions instead of shoving them down with alcohol and other substances
Shifting from anxiety-driven micromanagement to mindful, empowered parenting
Applying the same "why" questions to break patterns with sugar, caffeine, and social media
Professionally reinvesting in supporting individuals with diagnoses after her transformation
And more…
Episode links:
Start Your Alcohol Experiment - www.alcoholexperiment.com
Related Episodes:
Special Needs and Drinking - Amy’s Naked Life -E313 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-313-naked-life-story-amy-m/
From Isolation to Connection: Finding Your Way Alcohol-Free - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E825 - https://thisnakedmind.com/feeling-lost-after-quitting-drinking-e825/
Sharing Your Personal Journey with Alcohol: A Guide to Honest Conversations and Healing Connections - Reader’s Question - E620 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-618-readers-question-annie-graces-tips-for-dealing-with-family-members-who-continue-to-drink-2/
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Are you struggling to silence the inner voice that gives you a "permission slip" to drink? In this episode, Coaches Haley and Soraya offer an inside look at the breakthroughs, support, and compassion available inside The Path every day. Cara feels like she's treading water, while Michelle grapples with feeling like a failure, but they both learn valuable lessons about how to stop giving yourself permission to drink and the importance of self-compassion.
In Cara’s Session:
Why she feels like a better, more patient caregiver when she’s alcohol-free
Seeing “slip ups” as data points instead of proof she’s failed
The sneaky moments she catches herself giving permission to drink
How journaling and the ACT technique help her stay grounded
Realizing two weeks alcohol-free was just the start of the journey
Swapping the “I deserve it” drink for self-care that actually works
Learning how to stop giving yourself permission to drink when alcohol is in the house
Shifting her focus from self-doubt to hope on her second round of The Path
And more…
In Michelle’s Session:
What’s changed since she committed to being alcohol-free on April 30
Breaking old associations between alcohol, travel, and celebration
Managing “joy cravings” without reigniting the desire to drink
Finding confidence and feeling “safe inside herself” without alcohol
Turning shame and secrecy into pride and self-trust
The mantra she uses to quiet anxiety and future fears
How community support inside The Path keeps her motivated
Learning how to stop giving yourself permission to drink on special occasions
And more topics…
Hayley Scherders is a certified TNM Coach with training from the Canadian Addiction and Mental Health Association. Drawing from personal experiences, Hayley understands how tough change can be and provides a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where her clients can feel supported. She believes that with the right mindset, anyone can change their life at any time.
Learn more about Coach Hayley: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/hayley-scherders/
Soraya Arjan Odishoo is a compassionate Certified This Naked Mind Coach and certified Kula Yoga instructor, combining somatic healing and therapeutic models to support her clients’ journeys to recovery. With a deep commitment to working with individuals who feel disconnected from their true selves, Soraya specializes in helping people break free from addictions to substances or behaviors that no longer serve them. Her heart-centered, trauma-informed approach is rooted in collaboration and trust, with a focus on accessibility for BIPOC and LGBTQIA++ communities. Soraya’s passion lies in guiding others back to their personal power, allowing them to find peace, purpose, and lasting healing.
Learn more about Coach Soraya: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/soraya-arjan-odishoo-alpc/
Episode links:
nakedmindpath.com
Related Episodes:
Overcoming the Fear of Drinking Again - Erin’s Naked Life - E741- https://thisnakedmind.com/overcoming-the-fear-of-drinking-again-erins-naked-life-e741/How do I break the cycle of recurring data points?- Reader Question - E588 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-588-reader-question-how-do-i-break-the-cycle-of-recurring-data-points/
What Voices Guide Your Choices - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E768 - https://thisnakedmind.com/what-voices-guide-your-choices-alcohol-freedom-coaching-e768/
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What if the thing holding you back from feeling better was so normal you couldn't even see it? Michael spent years as a weekend drinker—never missing work, rarely getting truly hungover, and thinking his Friday-Saturday routine was just part of life. But beneath the surface, he was gaining weight, feeling disconnected, and living in a fog he didn't know existed. When he finally calculated the calories and realized he was binge drinking, quitting weekend binge drinking became the decision that changed everything. In this episode, Michael joins Coach Cole to talk about how one ordinary moment—pouring a drink down the drain—became the catalyst for extraordinary transformation in his health, marriage, and spiritual life.
In this episode, Coach Cole and Michael discuss:
The quiet turning point: a watered-down vodka and a Sunday sink
Doing the math: 4–5k “weekend” calories, late-night pizza, and weight creep
One Year No Beer → Annie’s book → community support that clicked
“Low-level lousy”: why feeling meh all week became the wake-up call
Early mornings, meditation, and walks as keystone habits
Dreams about drinking and why they freaked him out
Quitting weekend binge drinking as the simplest path to feeling better
Handling “I deserve a drink” thoughts without white-knuckling
Labels vs. behavior: dropping the identity fight and choosing presence
Modeling change for kids and being the midnight ride they can count on
And more topics…
Episode links:
nakedmindpath.com
Related Episodes:
One Year No Beer - Andy’s Naked Life - E57 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-57-naked-life-story-andy-ramage/
What is the difference in binge drinking vs. daily drinking? - Reader Question - E156 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-156-what-is-the-difference-in-binge-drinking-vs-daily-drinking/
Drinking in Full Control with Ruari Fairbairns - Interview - E73 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-73-drinking-full-control-ruari-fairbairns/
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Escaping The Hamster Wheel of Drinking | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E847
Why can’t I quit drinking after so many tries? It’s a question so many of us have asked, and in this episode, Leslie and Phillipa open up about their long journeys of stopping, starting, and struggling with alcohol. Joined by Coach Zoe, they pull back the curtain on the ups, downs, and lessons they’ve faced along the way. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the powerful coaching and support available inside The Path and how curiosity, compassion, and courage create lasting change.
In Leslie’s session:
Starting The Path three times and learning from each attempt
Using the mantra “burn the boats” to stop self-sabotage
Managing urges during writing groups and evening routines
Facing fear of relapse and suddenly finding a bottle in her hand
Building awareness of patterns that lead to survival brain drinking
How Path coaching gave her new tools to stay free
And more topics…
In Phillipa’s session:
Coming from a scarcity mindset and always finishing what’s in front of her
Struggling with cravings that feel like a “hamster wheel” of misery and relief
Why moderation isn’t an option and how she learned that the hard way
Feeling like a “fraud” because her life looks good on the outside
Discovering joy, contentment, and peace after months alcohol-free
Asking herself: why can’t I quit drinking after so many tries — and finally finding support that works inside The Path
And much more…
Zoe Ewart is a Certified Naked Mind Senior Coach who brings her experience and understanding to help with the tricky parts of life’s big changes. Her coaching gives you an enjoyable, light-hearted, and safe environment to effortlessly take back control of alcohol so you can feel better physically, mentally, and spiritually. Zoe taught Pilates for 15 years. She has four adult children and more animals than the Ark ever had.
Learn more about Coach Zoe: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/zoe-ewart/
Episode links:
Related Episodes:
I see no benefit to alcohol, why can’t I just quit? - Reader Question - E60 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-60-reader-question-see-no-benefit-alcohol-cant-just-quit/
Finding Hope for Long-time Drinkers - Reader Question - E600 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-600-reader-question-finding-hope-for-long-time-drinkers/
End Self-Sabotage with Self-Love - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E742 - https://thisnakedmind.com/end-self-sabotage-with-self-love-alcohol-freedom-coaching-e742/
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What happens when quitting drinking saves your life but ruins your marriage?
Samuel thought stopping drinking would fix everything, but it actually revealed that his relationship couldn't survive the person he was becoming. His drinking story is terrifying—regular blackouts, waking up in strangers' beds, traumatic incidents that destroyed his wife's trust. But when he finally found freedom using This Naked Mind, he made an unexpected discovery: quitting alcohol unlocks creativity and triggers a cascade of positive changes. Now he meditates daily, journals constantly, and uses writing as his primary coping mechanism. In this episode, Samuel joins Cole to explore how the most painful decisions can lead to the most profound personal growth.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of alcohol blackouts, relationship trauma, and divorce that some listeners may find triggering.
In this episode, Samuel and Coach Cole discuss:
Growing up in a family and culture where drinking was the norm.
The scary reality of blacking out and the fear of a "demon inside."
Ditching alcohol for the first time out of shame, and then falling back into the pattern of drinking
The surprise of how quitting drinking unlocked creativity and a love for writing.
How This Naked Mind's teachings on the subconscious mind sparked a cascade of habit changes.
The unexpected challenge of a marriage ending after stopping drinking
The power of journaling and the written word as a coping mechanism and a tool for self-discovery.
Finding new passions like writing short stories, reading philosophy, and meditating.
Using James Clear's Atomic Habits to create lasting change.
How not drinking allowed Samuel to confront his inner world and grow as a person.
And more…
Episode links:Related Episodes:
Does alcohol really make you more creative?- Reader Question - E310 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-310-reader-question-does-alcohol-really-make-you-more-creative/
What is the deal with blackouts? - Reader Question - E304 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-304-what-is-the-deal-with-blackouts/
What If Your Biggest Regrets Are Actually Your Greatest Teachers? - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E817 - https://thisnakedmind.com/finding-purpose-and-direction-after-quitting-alcohol-e817/
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What To Do When The Emotions Hit After You Quit Drinking | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E845
Trigger Warning: The topics discussed in this episode, particularly in the second half, involve sensitive subjects such as family trauma, abuse, and addiction. Listener discretion is advised.
Are you drinking to avoid emotions and finding yourself trapped in endless mental loops about whether to have that drink? Mimi struggles with cognitive dissonance - the uncomfortable tension between wanting to be healthy and fearing social rejection when she doesn't drink. Meanwhile, Heather discovers that childhood trauma is driving her unconscious reach for alcohol whenever difficult emotions surface. In this powerful episode, Coach Cole and Coach Hayley demonstrate what coaching inside The Path looks like, guiding both women through breakthrough moments using This Naked Mind methodology. Watch as they help Mimi find peace with her decision not to drink and support Heather in witnessing emotions she's been pushing down for years, showing how compassionate coaching can bring deep healing and lasting freedom.
In Mimi’s session:
Exploring cognitive dissonance and why it creates inner conflictFear of judgment when choosing not to drink at social and family eventsAnxiety about losing connection when alcohol isn’t part of the pictureRecognizing the cost of drinking for belonging vs peace of mindNaming cravings and the fear of giving in during family visitsDiscovering the freedom that comes from releasing old storiesSeeing how coaching inside The Path untangles fear, belonging, and valuesAnd so much more
In Heather’s session:
Facing the flood of emotions that surface after removing alcoholExploring the connection between childhood trauma and drinking to avoid emotionsWhy unresolved experiences from the past can resurface during alcohol-free livingLearning to witness emotions instead of pushing them downRecognizing how alcohol gave the illusion of relief but delayed healingProcessing sadness, fear, and discomfort with compassion instead of avoidanceExperiencing how The Path’s coaching helps create safety and lasting growthAnd more…
Cole Harvey is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach. For years, he felt lost and used alcohol as a way to cope, until he decided to go alcohol-free and focus on finding his purpose. Through curiosity, self-compassion, and adventure, he transformed his life. As a habit change and mindset coach, Cole helps young men understand themselves, build better habits, and find meaning.
Learn more about Coach Cole: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/cole-harvey/
Hayley Scherders is a Senior Coach with This Naked Mind and with training from the Canadian Addiction and Mental Health Association. Drawing from personal experiences, Hayley understands how tough change can be and provides a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where her clients can feel supported. She believes that with the right mindset, anyone can change their life at any time.
Learn more about Coach Hayley: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/hayley-scherders/
Episode links:
Related Episodes:
Using Alcohol To Numb Pain - Simone’s Naked Life - E207 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-207-naked-life-story-simone/
Why is it so hard to become alcohol free? - Reader Question - E646 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-646-readers-question-why-is-it-so-hard-to-become-alcohol-free/
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Have you ever felt guilty about missing precious memories because of alcohol? Amy's journey began in sixth grade in a family where alcohol was simply part of every gathering. Years later, when her kids confronted her about her drinking, she realized she was missing out on being truly present for the moments that mattered most. After reading This Naked Mind and experiencing one terrifying night where she got so sick she thought she might die, Amy finally quit drinking for good. Now she describes feeling like she's not the same person without alcohol—and she's learned to see this complete transformation as a beautiful thing, even though it can feel a little scary discovering who she truly is.
Trigger Warning: This episode contains a mention of suicide. Listener discretion is advised.
In this episode, Amy and Coach Cole discuss :
Growing up in a family culture centered around drinking
Beginning her drinking journey in sixth grade
Years of questioning whether she had a drinking problem
The confrontation when her children called out her drinking
Failed attempts at moderation and temporary sobriety
Why she got sick every single time she drank
The final terrifying night that changed everything
How This Naked Mind helped her find lasting change
Embracing the reality that she is not the same person without alcohol
Wanting to be fully present for precious family moments
Rediscovering her authentic self and core values
Moving forward without regret but with intention
And other topics…
Episode links:
Related Episodes:
Are vacations and holidays more fun without drinking?- Reader Question - EP 164 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-164-are-vacations-and-holidays-more-fun-without-drinking/
Who Am I Without Wine? - Identity & Sophistication - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E801 - https://thisnakedmind.com/creating-a-new-identity-after-quitting-drinking-alcohol-freedom-freedom-coaching-e801/
Uncoupling Alcohol and Identity - Andrew’s Naked Life - E549 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-549-naked-life-story-andrew/
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The Ripple Effect of Quitting Drinking | Meet Our Coaches | E843
The ripple effect of quitting drinking—what if it reaches far beyond one empty glass? Coach Pam speaks with TNM Alcohol Freedom Guides, Ruby and Kai, who share how they found their way to freedom with This Naked Mind. As coaches for The Path, they now help others do the same. Ruby, a former wine industry insider, recounts her journey of letting go of the self-blame that kept her stuck, while Kai reflects on the decades she spent using alcohol to quiet her mind and cope with personal challenges. Together, they show how gentle coaching questions reshape beliefs, why connection is the opposite of addiction, and how identity shifts make life bigger and calmer. You’ll get practical tips to turn “data points” into progress, and replace alcohol’s supposed rewards with what you actually need—rest, relief, and connection.
In Coach Ruby’s Session:
A-Ha Moments - The importance of "aha moments" in personal transformation.
Dual Addiction - How her struggles with binge eating and alcohol were intertwined
Shedding Shame - The power of letting go of shame and self-blame to find freedom
The Power of The Path - How community and connection are the opposite of addiction
The Ripple Effect - How her decision to become alcohol-free positively impacted her family and friends
It's Never Too Late - Realizing that true change and self-discovery can happen at any age
In Coach Kai’s Session:
Quietening Inner Voices - Using alcohol from a young age to cope with personal struggles
Willpower is Finite - The moment she realized willpower alone wasn't enough to sustain change
Scientific Approach - How the analytical, science-based approach of This Naked Mind impacted her
You Are Not Broken - The powerful message that it's the alcohol, not the person, that is the problem.
Waste No More Time - The life-changing mantra that motivated her to join The Path and not look back
Ruby Williams is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach dedicated to helping people rethink their relationship with alcohol. With 19 years of experience in the wine industry, Ruby understands how alcohol can become a regular part of life, especially in social or stressful situations. After finding freedom in 2019, she was empowered to improve her health, lose weight, and achieve lifelong goals. Ruby uses thoughtful questioning to help clients shift their mindset and build a more balanced, fulfilling, and healthier relationship with alcohol.
Learn more about Coach Ruby: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/ruby-williams/
Kai Birdsall, ALPC, is a Certified Naked Mind Coach who helps people change their relationship with alcohol and the habits that keep them stuck. A professional gay woman with a BSc and MBA, she brings 25+ years of corporate leadership to science-based, compassion-led coaching. Kai now supports women in midlife, LGBTQ+ clients, and anyone navigating big transitions—menopause, divorce, illness, career shifts—to manage stress without alcohol and live more authentically.
Learn more about Coach Kai: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/kai-birdsall-alpc/
Episode links:
nakedmindpath.com
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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide, grief, loss, and mental health struggles. If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988) in the US or visit your local emergency room. Listen with care.
What if the very thing you swore you'd never do became your biggest crutch? Gavin spent his childhood hating alcohol, watching it tear his family apart and promising he'd never touch it. But by his teens, he was drinking until sunrise, following the exact patterns he'd despised. Years later, married and successful, Gavin realized his wife deserved better—not because she complained, but because he knew deep down he wasn't showing up as his best self. When he began questioning how quitting drinking can improve a relationship, everything shifted. Through This Naked Mind, Gavin discovered he'd built an entire personality around alcohol, hiding his true introverted nature behind the need to be the "life of the party." In this episode, Gavin joins Annie to share how breaking generational drinking patterns allowed him to become the husband he always wanted to be.
In this episode, Coach Cole and Gavin discuss:
Growing up in a family where generational drinking was normalized
Hating alcohol as a child but following the same patterns as a teen
Building a people-pleasing personality that only existed with alcohol
Discovering he was actually an introvert hiding behind drinking
The moment he asked himself if he was being the best husband he could be
How quitting drinking can improve a relationship and marriage
Using 75 Hard as motivation to try sobriety
How This Naked Mind equipped him with knowledge, not just conviction
Wrestling with the question "What place does alcohol have in my life?"
Learning that alcohol was contributing nothing positive
The difference between feeling convicted and feeling equipped to change
How supportive spouses can help without criticism or nagging
Breaking family patterns to show up authentically in marriage
And other topics…
Episode links:Related Episodes:
Breaking Family Alcohol Patterns - Janine’s Naked Life - E 701 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-701-naked-life-story-janine-m/
Quitting Alcohol with 75 Hard- Michelle’s Naked Life - E 671 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-671-naked-life-story-michelle-s/
Alcohol’s Impact on Relationships- Coaching Questions - E 775 - https://thisnakedmind.com/the-missing-piece-with-paul-stacey-martino-e775/
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What if using fear as fuel could become your greatest tool for lasting alcohol freedom?
Marie has been drinking for three decades, giving alcohol "all the jobs" in her life—numbing overwhelm, escaping difficult emotions, and avoiding the fear of judgment that keeps her stuck in autopilot drinking patterns. Christine feels confident, currently alcohol-free, but worries about potential relapse after experiencing cycles of sobriety and drinking over the past decade. In this powerful coaching demonstration, Coach Cole guides both women through breakthrough moments, showing them how to transform their deepest fears into motivation for change through radical self-compassion. This episode offers a rare glimpse into what actual coaching sessions look like inside The PATH, revealing how fear can become the very thing that drives lasting transformation.
In Marie's Session:
Recognizing how she gives alcohol "all the jobs" in her lifeBreaking the autopilot drinking pattern during overwhelming momentsConfronting three decades of using alcohol to escape difficult emotionsUnderstanding perfectionism and judgment keep her stuck in numbing behaviorsLearning to connect with emotions instead of running away from themDiscovering how self-compassion can serve as protection rather than weaknessMoving from "I can't handle this" to curiosity about her emotional experienceTransforming the fear of not being enough into motivation for growthAnd more topics…
In Christine's Session:
Navigating alcohol-free confidence while fearing potential relapseProcessing the shame and analysis after a recent slip with two glasses of wineUnderstanding trigger patterns from nine years of cycling between sobriety and drinkingLearning that emotions are scary but won't actually harm youDiscovering how to sit with difficult feelings instead of avoiding themRecognizing fear as a useful driver for positive change rather than an enemyBuilding tools to return to The PATH after setbacks without spiralingUsing fear as fuel to strengthen commitment to long-term alcohol freedomAnd more…
Cole Harvey is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach. For years, he felt lost and used alcohol as a way to cope, until he decided to go alcohol-free and focus on finding his purpose. Through curiosity, self-compassion, and adventure, he transformed his life. As a habit change and mindset coach, Cole helps young men understand themselves, build better habits, and find meaning.
Learn more about Coach Cole: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/cole-harvey/
Episode links:
nakedmindpath.com
Related Episodes:
Healing Emotional Pain Without Alcohol - Reader Question - E706 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-706-readers-question-healing-emotional-pain-without-alcohol/
What are the signs of relapse? - Reader Question - E708 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-708-readers-question-what-are-the-signs-of-relapse/
Learning to Trust Yourself Again - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E746 - https://thisnakedmind.com/learning-to-trust-yourself-again-alcohol-freedom-coaching-e746
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