Euphoric Alcohol-Free

Do you have a big goal but are lacking the confidence to follow through?  Try taking that grand idea and breaking it down into little wins. If you want to create a podcast, start by finding the software; the next day, buy a microphone; the next, record an episode. This technique – coined the "Small Wins Framework" – is one Bridget James Ling's nuggets of brilliance in today's episode, which I know...

When you do something amazing in your life, you should be shouting it from the rooftops!  Unfortunately, many women don't celebrate their wins for fear of sounding braggy or stuck-up. I've even subconsciously held back from sharing about my and my clients' wins because of that cultural projection. But celebrating personal and professional milestones isn't bragging – it's inspiring! It shows others...

This episode is for my entrepreneurial girlies who want to get their shit together, embody that Capricorn energy, and create more organization and automation in their businesses. Today's guest, Marci Rossi, is an alcohol-free coach and systems QUEEN. Marci used to drive herself crazy trying to do everything herself in her business until, finally, she recognized the value in creating systems that i...

Are you wondering whether going alcohol-free really is the answer to finding more success? Here's a quick (but not conclusive!) list of powerful people who don't drink: Warren Buffett, Tony Robbins, Gabby Bernstein, Brene Brown, Amanda Frances, Russell Brunson, AND three of the last four U.S. presidents. Need we say more? Most successful people don't talk much about the fact that they don't drink....

Welcome to 2025! Here at Euphoric, we are entering the new year with a little downsizing to make room for big plans and some major mindset shifts. In this episode, Karolina reflects on an impactful 2024, which ended with a trip to Brazil followed by a family holiday gathering complete with pierogies (traditional Polish dumplings). It was a beautiful time and a reminder of what truly matters and wh...

When Amy Tanzillo went alcohol-free in 2020 to make her side hustle, Thrive Breastfeeding, her full-time job, the impact was incredible. Suddenly, Amy – a single mom of three kids – found herself able to work on all cylinders and offer not only breastfeeding expertise but also coaching and business mentorship to her toolkit, helping entrepreneurs build six-figure companies. Most importantly, becom...

Ever feel like you're putting in the hard work but your business isn't growing as fast as you'd like? If so, you're not alone. Typically, your first year of business probably WILL be slow. You're still figuring things out, and you don't have an audience yet. That's okay! Karolina made $7,000 in her first year.  But why not avoid some rookie mistakes so you can get profitable faster? In this episod...

Euphoric 3.0 is here, where entrepreneurship and alcohol-free living collide.  This podcast has evolved so much since its 2018 inception. In the beginning, Karolina hosted Euphoric with her friend Danielle as a passion project at the beginning of her alcohol-free journey.  In 2022, the pair amiably parted ways and Karolina took over. She introduced Euphoric 2.0, rebranding the podcast to focus on...

Seven years ago, on Karolina's 30th birthday, she made a wish to never be hungover again. This simple wish changed her destiny forever, catapulting her into an alcohol-free lifestyle which consequently spurred her book and a wildly successful business coaching women around the world how to discover their power within.  Fast-forward to today: Karolina details what it was like to fly to Florida and...

⚡⚡The Euphoric BLACK FRIDAY SALE IS HERE! ⚡⚡ Have you ever been held back by beliefs around alcohol being "glamorous" and "sophisticated?"  Martha Wright is an insider who used to work for the Food Network and IN the wine industry (with her own winery!) for more than 20 years. Martha also happens to live part-time in Paris, France.  So, Martha is the perfect person for Karolina to discuss wine...

Going alcohol-free was one of the most empowering things Jen Hirst has ever done – and now, she's an icon  in the alcohol-free industry. But you might not know where she started and the lows she experienced before turning her life around.   Alcohol abuse led Jen to lose her job, her car, and almost her marriage. In her darkest moments, she found herself drinking mouthwash, blacking out, and blowin...

Have you ever wanted to go after something but your ego told you it was too late? Well, that ego of yours was wrong. It is never too late, and you're never too old! That is just a BS story you've been telling yourself, and today's guest, Rebecca Guevara-Wingler, stands as proof that you have permission.  After a long corporate career, Rebecca became an artist in her 50s. In her 60s, she became a h...

Imagine going to a routine physical and walking away with life-changing news. How would you respond? How quickly would you implement change to radically transform your health? After losing a dear friend who was alcohol dependent, Melissa McGovern fell into some unhealthy patterns, drinking and indulging in comfort foods. Then everything changed in August 2023. Her blood work showed high liver enzy...

Going alcohol-free is one of the best things you can do for your health. But what about after that? What are the next steps? Megan Swan is a guru on women's wellness who works with high-performing, high-achieving women. In this episode, she and Karolina talk about how to think about your wellness differently so it's easier to incorporate into your life. Megan and Karolina met years ago, and she ac...

What decisions are holding you back from entering your "Big Moves" era? Karolina recently coined the term when she was stuck in the dreaded waiting game, unable to make a series of decisions until a certain one was finalized. Where can you say YES to your heart without over-analyzing everything? When a decision feels like a "hell yes!" but we fail to take action, we lose steam and feel weird or gu...

Can you even believe that just fifty years ago, a woman needed a man to cosign on a business loan or open a checking account? Women weathered so many wars, famine, and poverty back in the day. With raw resilience, they survived against immense odds. But in our current reality, opportunity sits at our fingertips. You can start a business, write a book, or create a film with NO gatekeeper required. ...

This is the story of how Karolina almost lost $1 million dollars. Today, she pulls back the curtain on her own journey from a stressed out in her cubicle to becoming a wildly successful entrepreneur and globe-trotting author. But there was a time when she didn't feel she could move forward with this dream.  Karolina had so many doubts, fears, and insecurities, especially about showing up online an...

What would it mean to you to forever change the trajectory of someone else's life? Because that's what helping a person redefine their relationship with alcohol can do. It catalyzes profound changes not just for them, but for society as a whole. When Karolina stopped drinking, the alcohol-free movement was small. It was hard to find people who decided to eliminate drinking just because it didn't f...

Sometimes going alcohol-free can bring up some uncomfortable emotions. This is the situation today's guest, Didi Jordan, found herself in during her third month of not drinking. With alcohol no longer there to mask her insecurities, Didi found herself having to sit with all kinds of personal anxieties, from aging to body image. But, as she can attest now, this is where the magic happens. When we s...

Imagine attending a party where you could step into the shoes of your future self. At this party, you would have already experienced the success you dream of: you'd have written the bestseller, started the uber-successful business, and booked the all-star clients. You'd perform the role in costume with props and conviction. This kind of party was one of the highlights of the recent Empowered AF 5X...

Karolina used to think the most successful people in life started out with confidence. But here's the raw truth: a lot of us DON'T start with confidence. What you really need is the courage to take that first leap. Courage is a choice. Investing in your dream might feel hard, but confidence will follow as you practice and commit.  This is the second installment of a two-part episode about what Kar...

Giving yourself permission to be a beginner might just be the best decision you'll ever make. Ever wondered what turning curiosity into passion looks like? Jordan Tarver's journey from solo backpacking through Europe to becoming a bestselling author and speaker will inspire you to take that leap of faith. And he's not just thriving professionally – Jordan has been alcohol-free for over 224 days, a...

When Karolina first started her business, she would reach an uncomfortable edge every time she had to invest into it.  Even the very first $20 domain name made her nervous.  But she realized over time, that in the online coaching and education business, you have some of the lowest expenses and startup costs of any business model.  You don't have to invest in office space, get a lease, pay for cost...

The alcohol-free movement is growing year after year. 52% of Americans actually want to drink less or not at all.  As we get more health conscious as a society, alcohol is going the way of cigarettes.  And if you're passionate about the alcohol-free space, why not jump in? Changing your relationship with alcohol could be your ticket to an AMAZINGLY fulfilling career. If you feel called to help peo...

What happens when you mix the courage to overcome ADHD, the passion for creating alcohol-free spaces, AND the magic of manifestation? You get Rachel Hechtman, who went from overwhelmed "party girl" to an emerging leader revolutionizing New York City's event scene. Her chic, alcohol-free space,  Soft Bar , which opens in Brooklyn in 2025! As a client of Karolina's Empowered AF Coaching certificatio...