Euphoric Alcohol-Free

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...

What happens when you want to start sharing about the benefits of alcohol-free living or start a career in the alcohol-free movement, but you're worried about professional or personal judgment when you "come out?" Will people assume things about you? Make up stories about you? In this episode, Karolina is tackling those fears head-on and sharing four powerful ways to proudly step into your power a...

Can you truly have fun without alcohol? Spoiler alert: Alcohol is NOT the key to joy—it's your mindset! Karolina is revealing the incredible science behind our brain's dopamine system (and how it gets hijacked by drinking). This episode will inspire you to rediscover unfiltered pleasure in your everyday activities – including the occasional midnight dance party and your next bucket list worthy tri...

Our sense of belonging and acceptance has been tied to alcohol for so long. But you have the power to reshape your life, influence your community, and live with radical fulfillment. There are SO many people in the world who are putting their dreams first and not just living for the weekend to drink. Who are the five people that you see the most? Do you want their life? Or do you want something big...

In honor of dry July, Karolina is debunking the most common myths and objections about going alcohol-free. What if everything you believed about "normal drinking" was a lie? Society puts "normal drinking" on a pedestal: the cultured person who enjoys just one glass of wine over a nice dinner. But is this achievable or even desirable?  It turns out that 60% of regular drinkers overdrink, and it's a...

Is drinking really tied to our cultural roots, or is it a habit we can choose to reshape? Since 2018, Karolina's been crisscrossing the globe, proving that you can experience the vibrant charm of cities like Paris, Madrid, and Tokyo without a drop of alcohol. Imagine enjoying the same joys of a wine country weekend or a sunset dinner on the patio without the next day fog. Detaching from alcohol no...

If you've ever felt like you're "not enough" or "too much", now is the time to confidently and BOLDLY take up space in your life. Allison Guilbault is here to get real on boundaries and self-worth. As a top-tier therapist and empowerment coach, she has a flair for helping high-achieving women overcome anxiety, trauma, and intimacy issues. Are you caught in the "yes" trap? Allison shares how saying...

Karolina is sitting down with the incredible psychotherapist  Jane Ballard to uncover your burning questions around purpose, body image, mental health, and the ripple effect of alcohol on our lives.  These are the top challenges women face every single day behind closed doors. But having purpose can be our lifeline and quite literally extend our lives, while adding depths of fulfillment and happin...

Are you ready to make this summer unforgettable without a drop of alcohol? Karolina is sharing all of her juiciest secrets so you can have a summer filled with pleasure, joy, wonder, and adventure. Reawaken your inner child by swimming to a waterfall, stargazing on a camping trip, or indulging in sensory experiences with food. Who knew that a simple skincare routine and reconnecting with nature co...

If you've ever dreamed of writing a book, the time to start is now. And you can ditch the idea that you need a massive following to score a book deal. (Karolina got hers with an email list of just 6,000!) This episode breaks down the PRACTICAL steps you need to make your book a reality, with a focus on traditional publishing. We'll cover rough drafts, finding an agent, how to write a compelling bo...

It's time to step into your power and channel your inner main character energy with these 7 game-changing tips. Are you pushing pause on making big moves or living life on the sidelines?  If your life over the past year was made into a movie, would it be interesting and worth watching? In this episode, Karolina will inspire you to embrace your emotions, invest BIG in personal growth, and find your...

What did you want to be when you grew up? If you've ever fumbled around with this question and felt lost in an endless maze of career choices, you're not alone!  Karolina is laying it ALL out – diving deep into her personal journey and how she awakened to her much bigger purpose.  She opens up about her struggles with self-worth during the 2009 recession, leading to an unfulfilling mortgage job, t...

Everyone who drinks has these two things working against them:  Social conditioning and the power of habits.  Karolina explains how we grow up in a world that encourages drinking and how we form so many beliefs around it on how it meets our needs.  In order to change your relationship with alcohol, belief work is the most important first step to change what associations, meanings, and benefits you...