Confident Sober Women

Today I am telling you, just say NO! It’s time to make yourself and your needs a priority! Why is this even something I have to say, and in fact I say it so often it makes me wonder all the time how did we get off the track so much in this society. Who told us we have to do it all, be it all, cook it all, buy it all, meet all the demands of work, family, etc.  For what price?  What benefit is wort...

So it’s a timely discussion for sure as we are deep into the holiday season that means many things to many people.  So I want you to just open your ears and your heart and go with me while we break down the three letter G word. Let me ask you, Do you hate religion? Have you struggled with recovery because of the G word?  You aren’t alone.  Tons of recovering women have struggled with concepts arou...

This off the cuff episode was unexpected and raw. I share how one by one the traditions of this season have been take away.  Last week I was filled with profound sadness but the lightbulb went off and I was able to find peace in new traditions. In life it's not the challenges that shape us its how we pivot every time they come. What traditions have you lost this season that are brining you do...

The holiday season is a time of joy, peace, spirituality and generosity.  For family and friends to come together and share meals, gifts and laughs together.  #ILoveChristmas and Blowing kiss emoji. (Sarcasm much) But often there are a ton of FEELINGS at this time of year. Grief is a delicate topic and today I have a very special episode for you.  It’s a little bit longer than our normal episodes...

Today I want to share a bit about what recovery programs have to say about gratitude, share an inspiring spiritual message with you and offer up some super practical things you can do TODAY to express your gratitude.   I have been taught and truly believe We are called to be Thankful in all things no matter our circumstances.  You may be saying, Really in ALL circumstances.  But what about sicknes...

With 72% of people in recovery saying that struggle with sleep even well beyond getting sober, this is a pretty important topic. So if you are one of these statistics you aren’t alone, but have no fear! there are natural solutions related to emotional sobriety but also the reduction of anxiety and stress that deeply affects sleep.  One thing for sure is you must radically transform your daily rout...

My name is Shelby and I am an alcoholic.  I said that for the first time on July 1, 2002 actually when I think about it I highly doubt I said it that day!  But ladies sobriety is only the beginning.  Once we are cleaned up and living right, "the work" continues to build emotional sobriety. In this episode I share more about what I was like, my story and talk about what emotional sobriety...

Last week I shared with you my story and also what it means to be emotionally sober, if you missed it I would highly suggest you go back and check it out.  Today I am going to give you a bit more about what I am like today! Why should you listen to me anyway!!  And Talk a bit more about what confidence means and give you 5 ways to gain it! When you tackle the limiting beliefs we have about ourselv...

Do you have trouble following directions?  No I’m serious is this something that even in sobriety you occasionally think doesn’t apply to you? Go with me on this concept for a second.   Today I am going to be sharing with you about transforming your habits and daily routines, which is one of my 4 how to’s for building confidence beyond recovery.  A huge part of that process is creating and followi...

Whether you realize it or not, your thoughts have energy.  So if you are only having negative thoughts, chances are everything in your life is going to seem...well...negative.   And ladies, that’s no way to live! You want you to be happy, healthy, less afraid and confident. Before you are able to change those negative thoughts, you first have to be able to recognize them.   How do you do that you...

When you hear the word meditation what do you think? Did you just roll your eyes? Are you like really, another person talking about meditation? Ugh. I totally get it and I was there to for most of my life and frankly still can be when I am not spiritually and physically fit!  But go with me! Today I am so excited to talk to you about meditation, but not the kind you are thinking of. A more active...

Welcome to my new podcast Confident Sober Women all set to launch on November 11, 2020! Couldn't be more excited to share with you my own sober life but more importantly how you can become the stronger, more confident version of yourself beyond recovery. No matter where you are on your sober journey it's likely that myself and many other women in our community have been there too!  The w...