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How To Overcome The Inner Voice That Tells You To Drink | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E849
Episode 849
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:
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