Feel Good Alcohol-Free with Lindsay Hennekey

If you've ever devoured a book because the main character's struggle with alcohol felt a little too familiar, this episode is for you. Lindsay sits down with USA Today bestselling author Kerri Maher,  the writer behind The Paris Bookseller , The Girl in White Gloves , and The Kennedy Debutante  to talk about her brand-new novel, Summer of Love . The book weaves together two timelines: an...

If you've ever promised yourself, "Today's the day I stop drinking," only to find yourself pouring another glass that evening, this episode is for you. Lindsay breaks down why so many high-achieving women stay stuck in the stop-start cycle with alcohol and why the problem isn't a lack of discipline or willpower. The real issue? Self-trust. In this episode, you'll lear...

Why Perfectionism Keeps You Stuck in the Drinking Cycle In this episode, Lindsay Hennekey explores one of the biggest reasons high-achieving women stay trapped in the stop-start drinking cycle: the fear of failure. If you've ever told yourself you'll quit drinking after the next vacation, after the busy season at work, or once life calms down, this conversation will help you understand w...

Presence Over Escape: How Jakee Zaccor Built an Alcohol-Free Life Worth Showing Up For In this episode, Lindsay Hennekey talks with Jakee Zaccor — creative director, yoga teacher, and founder of Shake Social Club — about what it really takes to quit drinking and build a life that feels good without alcohol. Jakee got sober at 28 after years of high-pressure tech culture, late nights in New York Ci...

Quitting Drinking in Midlife: Alcohol, Perimenopause, and Feeling Good Again In this episode, Lindsay Hennekey talks about quitting drinking in midlife and why alcohol can start to feel so much harder on your body during perimenopause and aging. If you’ve noticed that drinking affects your sleep, mood, energy, anxiety, or recovery more than it used to, this episode will help you understand what’s...

Join Lindsay for this week's solo episode, as she shares practical strategies for managing burnout and stress through alcohol-free living. Learn straightforward mindset shifts and quick wins that will help you feel rejuvenated rather than depleted during the busy seasons of your life. It's time to start seeing sobriety as self-care.  Support the show Here's how you can stay connecte...

In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay sits down with Sophia Noelle Graniela, an EFT practitioner, self-expression and podcast guide, and the host of Her Journey Home. The alignment sparks are flying throughout this one! Listen in as Sophia shares with Lindsay how sobriety has made space for her to develop true confidence and has given her the courage to explore and experiment with hob...

The idea of the 'perfect' moment to quit drinking is a myth. In this week's episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay Hennekey discusses how to stop waiting to feel ready, and how to start practicing sobriety right now, as a high-achieving woman.  If the upcoming holiday weekend celebrations and your impending plans for summer vacation are nudging you to push back your goals till a...

Are there certain moments that remind you exactly why you are committed to living alcohol-free today? For Lindsay, one of the big ones is set on a private boat, 10 years ago, as she made her way to Capri. Join Lindsay for this week's episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, as she takes us on a trip down memory lane, specifically, to the lessons learned from her honeymoon hangovers.  Learn how quit...

" How did you sleep?" It's a simple question - but not always easy to answer. Getting a good nights sleep can be challenging, especially in midlife, and even more so when we are going through major life changes (ie: divorce, getting sober). In this week's episode, Lindsay sits down with Toronto-based Alanna McGinn, certified sleep coach and divorce specialist, and together they...

This episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free is for the woman who is checking off all the items on her to-do list, is managing her career and/or her family, is juggling all of the things that a busy, successful, polished woman has in her life - and yet she can't seem to fight off the urge to pour the glass every evening.  While it may feel like things are "under control", what if alcohol...

Alcohol is not what makes you interesting. It never has been and it never will be.  This is one of the common fears of women who want to quit drinking. But the truth is, alcohol is actually dulling your shine, draining your energy, and keeping you from being the version of you who has real, grounded confidence. Are you afraid that it's the wine that scores you invitations to nights out with f...

It's just one glass. This socially acceptable, idealized version of what drinking alcohol is like, is exactly what keeps high-achieving women stuck in the stop-start drinking cycle for so long. In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay Hennekey explores the glamorization of alcohol, its addictive nature, and how successful women can successfully break free from the "just one gla...

On this week's episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Sober Coach Lindsay Hennekey, sits down with Dr. Jen Zelovitzky, Certified Menopause Provider and the Clinical Director of Women’s Health and Vitality at Medcan, to discuss her work as a menopause practitioner, addressing the challenges women face during menopause (and perimenopause!). Their conversation covers a wide range of topics relating...

This is your invitation to lean into the curiosity of what is possible for you. This episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free is not about drinking less. It's about who you become when alcohol no longer has a place in your life anymore. It's about the curious, beautiful, transformation that happens when you open up the mental, emotional, and physical space that was previously occupied by drinki...

This week on the podcast, Lindsay shares her personal journey of quitting alcohol without traditional methods like AA, emphasizing the importance of identity change, self-trust, and personalized strategies. She discusses why conventional approaches may not resonate with everyone (they didn't for her) and offers an alternative approach with practical insights and tactics for creating a life wh...

It's common for successful, high-achieving women to feel a disconnect between their professional capabilities and personal commitments. You may be asking yourself: "If I can lead a team and make critical decisions, why can't I stick to my promise to stop drinking?" In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, discover why rebuilding self-trust is essential in reaching your sobrie...

Welcome to another incredible guest episode! In this conversation, Lindsay sits down with Lila Volkas, Certified Nutrition Consultant, workshop facilitator, and non-alcoholic beverage expert, to explore the multifaceted nature of nutrition, and the importance of holistic approaches to health. Lila shares her personal health journey, the impact of alcohol on wellness, and practical tips for integra...

Ever feel like you need to retrain those around you on who you're becoming? In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay shares her experience of transitioning to a healthier lifestyle and how exactly she communicated her choices to her husband and other members of her inner circle. This discussion is not just about the decision to stop drinking, but how to navigate the expectations of...

Ever felt like your drinking habits just don’t fit anymore? In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay Hennekey discusses the journey of outgrowing alcohol, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and personal growth. She explores the emotional aspects of letting go of an old identity tied to drinking, the significance of aligning actions with values, and the courage required to embra...

Have you ever felt like the outside world sees you as competent, hardworking, and successful, but inside, you’re struggling? Success doesn’t make you immune to alcohol, and in fact, it can make it harder to walk away. In this episode, Sober Coach Lindsay Hennekey, discusses the challenges high-achieving women face when it comes to quitting alcohol. She explores the misconceptions surrounding funct...

If you are getting ready for an upcoming vacation, ski weekend, birthday party, or social gathering and you've been thinking to yourself "How am I actually going to do this without drinking?" then listen up. In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay shares three simple ways to bring you closer to your beautiful alcohol-free life. Through mindset shifts, visualization exerci...

In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay sits down with Jess Jackson, meditation teacher and founder of Good Living Only, a brand that combines skincare with mindfulness practices. They discusses the importance of self-care, the interplay between meditation, skin care, and sobriety, and how small changes can lead to significant transformations. Speaking from her own experiences, Jess emp...

Are you feeling the weight of Dry January coming to a close? In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, hear from Lindsay as she explains why every effort you have made this month is a step forward - no matter how many slips or struggles you faced. It’s crucial to acknowledge that our experiences, even the messy ones, are not only valid, but contribute to making progress on our alcohol-free journe...

What has Dry January done for you? This is the big question Lindsay urges you to ask yourself in this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free. As we near the end of the month, the conversation shifts towards what happens next? And the answer is: the end of Dry January does not have to mean a return to old habits. You have an opportunity to take all the data you've collected this month and start sho...