The Hello Someday Podcast For Sober Curious Women

Do you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you the one everyone turns to when things go sideways at work, home, or with friends?  And yet, despite all your effort and capability, you find yourself drained, resentful, and maybe even turning to wine or Netflix just to numb out. If that sounds like you, you might be struggling with high-functioning codependency. I...

Long-term sobriety is an incredible journey, but let’s be honest—staying motivated as the years go on can feel like a challenge. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep growing, thriving, and finding joy without alcohol, this episode is exactly what you need. Today, I’m diving into part two of my conversation with Marriott, one of my coaching clients who’s celebrating five years alcohol-free. In this...

It’s easy to feel fired up in early sobriety, fueled by the excitement of a fresh start and the immediate benefits of cutting out alcohol. But what happens when life gets busy, old triggers resurface, or that initial motivation starts to fade? In this part 1 of a 2 episode interview, I’m sitting down with Marriott, one of my first coaching clients who is celebrating five incredible years of sobrie...

Navigating life without alcohol can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you’re just starting out. You might wonder: What do I need to stay alcohol-free? How do I handle stress, cravings, and social situations? And what’s the secret to building a life that feels good without drinking? If these questions sound familiar, you’re not alone. The good news? Sobriety isn’t about deprivation—it’s a...

Dry January is the perfect opportunity to hit reset, reevaluate your relationship with alcohol, and prioritize your mental and physical health.  But let’s be real—starting is one thing, sticking with it is another.  If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “This year will be different,” but struggled to make it past day five, you’re not alone. About 41% of U.S. adults intend to take part in Dry Janua...

Have you been thinking about taking a break from alcohol this January? Maybe you’re tired of waking up groggy, frustrated with yourself, or stuck in a cycle that no longer feels good. You might even wonder: What would life feel like if I stopped drinking? Could I handle stress, unwind, or have fun without alcohol? What if this year could be different? If you’re curious about what life without alco...

Have you ever wondered what it means to be sober curious? Maybe you’re not ready to give up alcohol forever, but you’re starting to question if it’s truly adding value to your life.  If you want to drink less or are reevaluating your relationship with alcohol, you’re in good company. More Americans than ever are exploring what it means to take a break from drinking. In this episode, I sit down wit...

Friendships in sobriety can feel like uncharted territory.  When drinking has been at the heart of your social life, stepping away from alcohol may make you wonder: Can I still connect with my friends in sobriety? Will I lose people who matter to me? And how do I find new, sober-friendly friends?  If you’ve asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone—and the good news is that friendships in s...

If stress, overwhelm, or perfectionism feels like it’s running your life, sobriety offers the perfect chance to hit reset. Sobriety isn’t just about quitting drinking—it’s about building a calmer, more intentional, and meaningful life. In this episode of The Hello Someday Podcast, I talk with Kristine Carlson, co-author of the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series, about her book Don't Sweat the Smal...

If you've ever tried to stop drinking or take a longer break from alcohol, you know how tough it can be. Sobriety isn’t just about quitting alcohol—it’s about building the strength to navigate life’s challenges without numbing out. Stress, overwhelm, work, kids, relationships—it’s a lot. And that’s where resilience comes in. Resilience is your ability to recover and grow from challenges with less...

The holidays are here—a time for joy, connection, and celebration. But if you’re navigating the festive season alcohol-free, you might be wondering how to handle all the challenges that come with it. How do you stay sober at holiday parties filled with champagne toasts and boozy eggnog? What do you say to family and friends who question why you’re not drinking? How do you protect your sobriety dur...

If you’re a high-achieving, busy mom juggling a demanding career, family, and all the other responsibilities life throws your way, you may feel like you’ve been holding it all together… but with a few drinks (or a bottle of wine) at the end of each day.  If you’re used to being “on” all the time, there are a lot of hidden pressures that make giving up alcohol as your number one coping tool and “qu...

Have you seen the “Rosé All Day” t-shirts? Or the ones that say “This Mom Runs On Coffee, Wine and Amazon Prime”?  How about the World Health Organization’s findings that “No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health”. In this episode, I’m diving into the marketing strategies the wine industry uses to appeal directly to women and how this targeted messaging is designed to encourage women...

Gray area drinking is a middle ground between casual social drinking and a diagnosable alcohol use disorder, often characterized by a quiet, internal struggle with moderation. Many high-achieving women find themselves here, questioning their relationship with alcohol, yet not experiencing drastic external consequences. This space can be confusing and isolating, as it doesn’t fit traditional narrat...

Managing anger is one of the most challenging, and often surprising, aspects of sobriety. If you're on the path to recovery or have recently stopped drinking, you might have noticed emotions like anger bubbling up more frequently or intensely than before. It's a normal part of the process, but it can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been using alcohol to numb those feelings for years. I a...

If you’re trying to take a break from alcohol or quit drinking it helps a lot if you can get alcohol out of your house and stay away from drinking events for a while. And it would be great if our partners would support us, especially in early sobriety.  But if your husband is struggling with alcohol he might be unwilling to stop drinking around you, try to undermine your efforts or criticize you f...

Being single in sobriety has a lot of advantages and some unique challenges.  On the one hand you don’t have a partner in your home who might not support your choice to be sober, may be drinking themselves or be unwilling to remove alcohol from your house. You’ll control your own environment and have more time for self-care.  But you’ll also be surrounded by a culture that promotes dating and soci...

Have you been trying to break your habit of drinking using willpower, positive inspiration or negative, fear-based motivation by trying to avoid negative consequences?  If you haven’t been successful in your attempts to stop drinking using this approach it’s actually not your fault. Instead you've likely just been trying to make a long term behavior change in all the wrong ways.  There are easy wa...

Are you thinking about taking a break from alcohol this Sober October? Whether you're curious about the health benefits, or just ready to reset your habits, this episode is for you. I’m here to help you explore how a month without alcohol can change your life, and why now is the perfect time to give it a try. Sober October is part of a growing movement, with millions of people worldwide taking on...

Your first year of sobriety can be uncomfortable, tender, transformational, scary and exciting. As you move from Day 1 to 365 sober, you’ll have navigated a range of emotions, challenges, triumphs and changes in your life, simply because you decided to no longer drink alcohol. In your first year of sobriety you’ll struggle with cravings, worry about how others will perceive you, wonder if you’ll f...

Do you fear it’ll be boring? That you’ll miss out on fun or connection? Maybe you’re worried that you’ll feel isolated or like you’re giving something up. Those fears are super common, but let me show you how sober life can actually be full of joy, freedom, and personal growth—especially for high-achieving, busy women. Living a sober life is often painted as something dull or difficult, but the re...

Did you know that seventy-five percent of people with substance use disorder who have sustained support recover? It’s true. And the statistic is important because alcohol is an addictive substance and substance use is the rule, not the exception, in America.  If you’re struggling with moderating your drinking, worrying about how much you drink or are struggling with achieving sobriety, you are not...

Have you ever felt like something was missing from your childhood, even if everything seemed fine on the surface? You’re not alone. Many of us carry wounds from our early years, often rooted in what’s called "mother hunger"—the deep, often unfulfilled need for nurturing, protection, and guidance from our mothers. When those needs aren’t met, it can leave us feeling incomplete, even as adults.  I a...

What do you want to know about sober travel? I just got back from Provence, where I spent two weeks with 3 sober girlfriends and we’re here to share everything you need to know to plan and enjoy an awesome sober vacation. Provence is a beautiful area of France known for its small hilltop villages, river valleys, markets, food, lavender and wine. All the wine. They’ve made wine for 2,600 years and...

How do you get and stay sober when you have a partner or family member who drinks problematically?  While quitting drinking can be difficult for everyone, it can be especially difficult if you don’t have the support of your spouse, partner or the closest people in your life.  And if someone in your family has a drinking problem that they’re not willing to address or admit to, it can make your home...