Feel Good Alcohol-Free with Lindsay Hennekey

If you are participating in Dry January and are starting to think about what will happen on Feb. 1st, then this episode is for you. Dry January works for a lot of women because it removes the alcohol as an option. But what Dry January doesn't do, is remove the existing patterns and behaviors. Patterns and behaviors that will re-appear when the structure disappears. Join Lindsay as she provide...

In this episode of the Feel Good Alcohol-Free Podcast, Lindsay discusses three very common emotional paths that arise during breaks from alcohol, particularly during Dry January. By listening you will have the opportunity to reflect on your own alcohol-free journey and learn practical strategies for navigating the challenges of sobriety. Dry January isn’t just about the decision to stop drinking f...

Welcome to Season 3! In this special New Year's episode, Lindsay reflects on the transformative journey of 2025 as we approach the end of the year, emphasizing the importance of recognizing growth, building inner integrity, and preparing for a successful alcohol-free start to the new year.  Through guided meditations and journal prompts, she encourages you to embrace your messy middle, acknow...

It’s Christmas Eve and Lindsay's birthday!   This episode is an invitation to take a few minutes out of the busyness of the season for yourself - to pause, to reflect, and to learn how you can take actionable steps towards an alcohol-free life. Happy Holidays! Support the show Here's how you can stay connected:  🗓️ Schedule a 30-minute Discovery Call 👩‍💻 Sign-up for Feel Good AF Coachi...

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall - not one season is easier to quit than the others. It's about deciding that you are ready to change, and then starting to take small actions, one small adjustment to your life at a time, to get you moving toward your goal of living a beautiful, alcohol-free life. This is exactly what Lindsay will walk you through in this week's podcast episode. Support th...

December has this funny way of looking magical on paper and feeling, well, overwhelming in real life. There’s the pressure to be cheerful, the pressure to make it special, the pressure to hold everyone else’s emotions — and the moment the sun goes down, your brain goes, ‘Oh thank god, we made it. Where’s the wine?’ In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay breaks down why this isn’t a cha...

In this week's episode we welcome Kelly Nolan to the podcast! Kelly shares her journey from patent attorney to time management strategist, detailing the challenges she faced and what led her to the creation of the Bright Method™.  Time management is a practice everyone can benefit from, but it is especially relevant as we navigate our alcohol-free journey. You will learn how introducing time...

You don’t have to wait for a new year, a quieter season, or the “perfect time” to start changing your relationship with alcohol. That moment doesn’t exist — and honestly, you don’t need it. You just need this one. In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay Hennekey, Accredited Sober Coach and Founder of Feel Good AF, walks you through what’s actually happening in your brain when you put of...

In this week's episode, Lindsay lays it all out there: if you want to quit drinking, then get comfortable being uncomfortable. Your ability to change is directly tied to your willingness to be uncomfortable -  because nothing great happens when we stay in the comfort zone. It's in the moments when you let yourself sit in the real, awkward (and sometimes really awkward) discomfort, that y...

This episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free is for the woman who has tried to quit so many times - but it never sticks. Lindsay highlights the importance of understanding past attempts as learning experiences rather than failures, and recognizing that sometimes the methods we try just aren't the right fit.  There are countless ways to find freedom from alcohol, and your job is to choose the one th...

You've been thinking about finally giving a break from alcohol a real shot - and then you open up your calendar. There are at least three weekends that raise an immediate red flag and you tell yourself, "I should probably wait until after XYZ..."  In today’s episode, Lindsay shows you exactly what’s happening when your brain keeps convincing you to “wait until after that trip” or “o...

In this week's episode, Lindsay shares the real secret to change - how to get from how you are currently living, to how you want to be living. It's about building new patterns, and while it can feel slow and frustrating at times, this is where the transformation happens. Join along and hear more about what's actually going on below the surface when you stick with your new choices. B...

The fear of failing. The internal voice that asks over and over -  What if I try again and I still can't do it?  In this episode, Lindsay Hennekey discusses the challenges and fears associated with quitting drinking, particularly for high-achieving women. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the biological basis of fear, the messy nature of the sobriety journey, and the need for sel...

In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay unpacks how over time, alcohol creates distance in our most important relationships. She shares her own story of how "decompressing" with wine on Friday nights starting impacting her marriage - and the pivotal moment she realized she was choosing escape over connection. Gain insights into how your own journey to ditching alcohol can posi...

In this episode Lindsay dives deep into the hidden patterns that keep high-performing women stuck in the "just one glass" cycle. Explore why constantly negotiating yourself erodes self-trust and drains your energy, creating a frustrating identity loop. You will leave knowing why true freedom from alcohol isn't about rules or deprivation - but about rewiring your identity and returni...

In this enlightening conversation, Lindsay and Dr. Hanna Blaney, MD, MPH, a transplant hepatologist, discuss the often-overlooked impact of alcohol on women's health, particularly in relation to liver disease. Dr. Blaney shares her personal journey into the field, the alarming rise of alcohol-associated liver disease among young women, and the importance of early detection and intervention. T...

Are you a high-achieving woman who feels stuck in a cycle with alcohol, even though you're crushing it in every other area of your life? If so, this episode is for you. This week Lindsay shares her personal journey and powerful insights on how to stop negotiating with alcohol and start living in alignment with your true self. If you're tired of the shame, the self-doubt, and the constant...

In this powerful episode, Lindsay challenges the conventional wisdom of counting days in your alcohol-free journey. If you're a high-achieving woman feeling quietly drained by a focus on "not drinking," this episode is for you. Learn what truly measures transformation and how to train your brain to believe in the new identity you're building by stacking "micro-wins" t...

Welcome to a special Q&A where Lindsay dives deep into the questions you've been asking about quitting drinking. This episode is packed with invaluable insights, personal anecdotes, and compassionate guidance. Whether you're just starting to consider your relationship with alcohol or you're deep into your sobriety journey, Lindsay provides the encouragement and actionable advice...

In this powerful episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free , Lindsay dives deep into a transformative approach to changing your relationship with alcohol. Forget the old rules of willpower and deprivation—this is about building a life you love so much, alcohol simply loses its relevance. Lindsay shares why focusing on "quitting" keeps alcohol in the driver's seat and introduces a revolution...

In this episode, Lindsay explores the challenges women face in navigating sobriety and the mental processes that lead to justifying drinking. You’ll learn why your brain justifies drinking and actually works against you to rationalize the 6 pm drinks. She introduces the concept of 'super thinking,' where high-achieving individuals rationalize their drinking habits despite knowing the neg...

You’ve read the books. You’ve tried the breaks. You’ve highlighted all the quotes and listened to every podcast with so much hope… But you’re still waking up at 3am wondering why nothing is changing. This episode is the one that bridges the gap between knowing better and actually doing better. Lindsay shares the three key behavioral shifts that changed everything in her own journey to five years a...

You get it all done, the meetings, the workouts, the school pickups, the birthday texts.  Your calendar’s full, your smile is on, your glass is poured… And yet, there’s this nagging sense that something’s off. In this episode, Lindsay is pulling back the curtain on the "high-functioning" façade, how we’ve been taught to manage our lives from depletion while calling it discipline, and why...

On this week's episode  of Feel Good Alcohol-Free (and the Season 1 FINALE!), Lindsay interviews Rebecca Weller , International Bestselling Author, Health & Life Coach, and Speaker. Named ‘one of Perth’s leading Healthpreneurs’ by The Sunday Times Magazine, Rebecca has helped women from around the world to get their sparkle back and create an alcohol-free life they love. You can get Rebec...

In this episode of How to Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay discusses the intricate relationship between burnout and alcohol consumption among high-achieving women. She shares her personal journey and highlights how alcohol can become a coping mechanism for stress and emotional exhaustion. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing the cycle of reliance on alcohol and offers practical...