Sober Edge

SUGAR!!! It's a thing, and it's EVERYWHERE. Whether we're alcohol free or not, navigating the world of food is just not possible without sugar playing some part. The things is... there's 'added' sugar, 'healthy sugar', 'hidden sugar' (the list goes on) so how on earth do we figure this stuff out? We get a guide, that's how! And today's guest is just that. This Naked Mind coach and functional nutri...

Jeff Graham turned to alcohol to cope with crippling anxiety, decades later he discovered that alcohol was adding fuel to the fire. When he stopped drinking, Jeff was able to find freedom from anxiety and the power of community. Since becoming alcohol free 2 years ago, Jeff has found a joy and purpose in helping others discover their own freedom through his sober community,  Getting BAC 2 Zero. Je...

In today's episode, Teri interviews her friend and fellow FNTP, Aimee Ames. Aimee opens up about her wellness journey and how becoming alcohol-free was a key part of discovering joy. If you have ever wondered what will happen to your relationships, Aimee talks in depth about the power of connection and what friendship means now. This rich conversation includes Aimee's story about drinking and not...

Scott Pinyard is a rock star in the alcohol-free community and as the Head Coach of This Naked Mind he has been responsible for creating and sharing programs that have impacted thousands of individuals. In this episode Scott shares his journey from an unfulfilled career as an engineer to finding meaning and mission in helping others. Scott talks about tips to help us on our own journey, including...

It's my Six-Year Soberversary! In this episode I am sharing some of what I have learned along the way, including what has changed in my business, my health and my relationships. I feel a deep sense of gratitude as I reflect on all that has opened up for me on the other side of drinking. I also have a special invitation for you to join This Naked Mind and a free 5 day Virtual Event. I will be one o...

Shelly is a certified accountant and a part-time real estate agent living in the Seattle area. When Shelly recognized her drinking was interfering with living a whole and healthy life. she joined the Path, a This Naked Mind membership program. Shelly could not believe there was a program that started with 'not trying to stop drinking'. That was the beginning of Shelly's new life where her 14 month...

Growth mindset or fixed mindset? Tune in while Teri shares the work of Carol Dweck and how her groundbreaking work opens up the world of growth mindset. Teri explores how to let go of blame, criticism and doubt and allow new emotions to fuel our alcohol-free journey. Find the full show notes here. Full Show notes available here: Episode 6  

Amanda E. White is a licensed therapist, retired party girl and the creator of the popular instagram account @therapyforwomen. She is the author of the book "Not Drinking Tonight". She is the founder and owner of the group therapy practice, Therapy for Women Center, based in Philadelphia serving clients across the country. In this episode, Amanda shares her decision to let go of 'cool' and embrace...

Shellie Iossa grew up as an Army brat, living both in the U.S. and abroad (Berlin, Germany and Seoul, South Korea) with her family. After graduating with a degree in Communications in Jacksonville University, she pursued a career that included working in public relations and special events planning. In 2003, she took time to be a stay-at-home mom after a painful years-long struggle to become pregn...

In today's episode, Teri shares more about her journey to alcohol freedom and how understanding decision fatigue helped her change her mindset about flirting with moderation. Decision fatigue and moderating go hand in hand; having to decide every day whether today is a day to drink, a day to not drink or a day to start again means we must constantly use resources that are finite. What happens when...

What does it mean to become fully awake? Our guest, Christy Wynne shares her story on today's podcast. Christy has a background practicing integrative medicine as a physician assistant, with a strong interest in hormonal health, nutrition, nervous system regulation/neuroscience, mindfulness, trauma and radical self care. She believes in taking a holistic approach to uncover the root cause of any d...

Welcome to The Sober Edge - this is a place to be motivated, inspired and astounded by life on the other side of drinking! Listen in to your host Teri Patterson, Functional Nutritionist and This Naked Mind Senior Coach as she shares her passion about living life alcohol free. Whether you are sober curious, living an alcohol-free life or wondering if there is more to life than just going through th...