To 50 and Beyond | Midlife and Alcohol-Free Lifestyle

Episode 185  Are you ready to stop spinning out into worry and fear of what could go wrong and start focusing on what is really happening at the moment?  My guest in this episode is the smart and beautiful Lane Kennedy is here to help you start a mindfulness practice, unwind without alcohol, have fun without alcohol, shut off the ruminating thoughts, and find calmness in our ever-changing world. L...

Episode 184 Going alcohol-free isn't about the finish line, it's about the path of self-discovery + adventure + a new way of living. Going alcohol-free *can* be just like going gluten-free. You make a plan not to drink alcohol, and you practice that plan daily.  Alcohol-free = no alcohol.  I know, it sounds so easy. It's not, but the longer you go without drinking, the simpler it can be.   Going a...

Episode 183 Women worldwide are giving up alcohol and it's a personal choice. I don't care if you drink two glasses a week or a month or two bottles a night, you have that gut feeling that maybe alcohol isn't working for you anymore but yet, you're still drinking. I understand exactly how you feel. The face of alcohol use and addiction is changing. Midlife women are a part of society that is strug...

Episode 182   Whether you've been drinking for decades or picked up the bottle in midlife, it's never too late to enjoy the benefits of sobriety. As we age, those benefits far outweigh the quick fix that comes with drinking.  My guest, Janet Gourand knows a thing or two about reaping the sobriety benefits later in life. Janet chose to quit drinking at 63, having no idea at how many opportunities s...

Episode 181  When you practice self-care, spirituality, and inner connection, you become unstoppable.  Skincare and general healthcare are directly related to a feeling of genuine mental peace. If success is affected by our physical or financial situations, then people like Jas Boothe (aka Goddess Juliet Bravo) would not be joining me today in this episode. You'll learn: Jas' age and her insights...

Episode 180   Are you ready to get pumped up?  I recorded this episode for you after a treadmill session with myself where I was heavily inspired by Lizzo and her song Good as Hell. She says, "Boss UP and Change Your Life, and I took that lyric to heart in the song.  I have spent a couple of months feeling down about something out of my control and decided I needed a kick in my bootie, and maybe y...

Episode 179  All forms of clutter reflect a soul that is not being true to itself.  My soulful guest, Peggy Fitzsimmons, joins us to give us practical tips and insights on the effects of clutter and how to declutter and live a life full of vibrancy effectively. Peggy Fitzsimmons holds a Ph. D. in Counseling Psychology and has worked in the fields of counseling and healing for over 25 years. She ha...

Creating solutions to live your best life in the middle, is possible when you make time to discover how you feel about yourself sans alcohol. There is nothing wrong with being a late bloomer, in fact, it's fun as my friend, Sondra Primeaux shares in Episode 178. Sondra is back for the third time as a guest bringing you solutions for living your best midlife in sobriety. Sondra Primeaux is a photog...

Episode 177 Aging is a mindset and a vitality store that bring so many connotations and expectations around numbers that do not have to be a part of your experience. In this episode, I'm joined by Coach Joe Oniwor for the second time!  Coach Joe is the founder of JOC VIP academy, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Joe is also a retired avid athlete and a pro arena foo...

Living an authentic life, recovering from addiction, and having a life that is centered around recovery and self-love is beyond possible for anyone. In this episode, I'm pleased to have my friend, Melissa Kreutz on the podcast to give you encouragement and inspiration to seek recovery from addiction. If Melissa can get sober and enjoy life after addiction, anyone can, including you.  In this episo...

Whether you die tomorrow or at a 100 years old, coming home to yourself and learning to live in your truth is the greatest gift you can give yourself as you age.  Integrity is the way to angle your happiness from psychological unhappiness to live in peace, joy, and love with self and others. In this episode, Martha Beck shares practical, gentle ways from her spot life transformation after surgery...

Episode 174  Healing Through Nutrition with Lindsey Beveridge Feeling your best can be challenging when coming out of alcohol addiction. However, my guest on Episode 174, Lindsey Beveridge has gone through it, and in this episode, she breaks everything down to help you reclaim your vibrancy in life at ease. Giving your body the grace to heal and restore itself through nutrition will make you feel...

Episode 173   A daily self-care routine can take you from feeling anxious and foggy to a peaceful and energized day no matter what life throws at you. Self-care is a prerequisite tool for aging in peace, sobriety, freedom, and radiance, not just by trying to make it through the day.   I LOVE a good self-care routine!   This is the first of many episodes coming to the podcast about self-care. I'm g...

Episode 172 Join me in this wonderful and power-packed episode, engaging with Dr. Christiane Northrup as she gives you masterpiece lessons on aging and menopause to achieve the desire of vibrancy, joy, confidence, and freedom, cravings that are sometimes absent in menopause years.  In this episode, you'll learn: What women really want in life How wisdom is the beacon to a vibrant menopause life Wh...

Do you struggle with setting boundaries? My guest on episode 171 is the brilliant Megan Logan, a licensed social worker on a mission to help women find more love for themselves.  From writing the Self-Love Workbook for Women: Release Self-Doubt, Build Self-Compassion, and Embrace Who You Are  to explaining what self-love really is, Megan helps women everywhere begin their self-love journeys. Megan...

How do you express joy?   My guest on episode 170 is the joyful and talented Shannon Kaiser, who uses her bubbly personality and incredible writing skills to share her message and joy.   After a decade of addiction, Shannon knew she needed to make a change. She made it her goal to replace her unwanted behaviors, never shaming herself, and start a journey to self love and pure joy.   Shannon Kaiser...

Episode 169  This episode comes from my heart as a socially anxious person who thought that drinking alcohol was required in order to socialize.  I know how challenging it is right now to face people you haven't seen because of COVID, especially if you are someone who is not drinking.  I created this episode based on a question I received from a woman who is 1 year and 8 months sober. I want to he...

  Episode 168   Do you struggle with loving yourself?   You are not alone! In this very special episode, I spoke with the fantastic Paul Fishman about the difference between self love and self care, and how to find more love for yourself.   Paul tells his story openly and honestly and explains his own journey through self love.  Paul went from sacrificing himself for others to actually practicing...

Episode 167  What does doing nothing mean to you? Are you spending too much of your time doing something for the sake of doing something and feeling tapped out at the end of the day? This episode is created to help you take a step back, ask yourself some questions, and reflect on what you would feel like if you allowed yourself to just BE. Resources mentioned:  Katherine Smith article - The Art of...

Episode 166  Are you trying to moderate your drinking but it isn't working?  Do you sometimes wonder if it would be easier to quit drinking than to try and "make it work?"  Well, my friend you are not alone!  My guest, the incredible Clare Pooley shares her experience with alcohol, her attempts at moderation, and some of her reasons for quitting that you will definitely relate to. Clare Pooley is...

Episode 165   Are you in recovery from addiction? Have you been looking for a different approach? My guest on episode 165 is the lovely and intelligent Dr. Dawn Bantel, a naturopathic physician with an innovative approach to the recovery process you do not want to miss.   Dr. Dawn is a licensed naturopathic physician in Arizona. She has specialized in addiction recovery for almost two decades. Fir...

Episode 164  My guest on episode 164 is the amazing Cait Donovan, who has made it her mission to share her expertise on burnout with others, after her own experience with it.   After years of feeling exhausted and seeking external validation, Cait realized that she was burnt out.  She dove into research about the subject and has transformed herself into a guide for people going through their burno...

Episode 163  Do you worry about your health and put off going to the doctor? My guest on episode 163, the legendary Joan Lunden will help you take charge of your health today!   Joan is an A merican journalist, author, and television host, and mom of seven who is kind, smart and funny!   Joan's latest book, Why Did I Come Into This Room? A Candid Conversation About Aging should be in the hands of...

Episode 162    I never thought I would travel to my couch and watch a Lifetime movie without drinking let alone, vacation, but those were just old thoughts.   The thoughts that tell you  drinking is what you've always done, so you have to keep drinking  are really outdated and deserve a re-write.   On this week's episode, I talk about the Joy of Traveling Alcohol-Free.     In the episode, I talk a...

Episode #161  My guest on episode 161 is my good friend, the fabulous Michelle Spieler. Michelle shares her feelings about aging while speaking openly about her struggles with depression and an eating disorder.   When her daughter was born, Michelle's life completely changed and she had to start caring for herself more to be able to care for others. Michelle talks about how she manages her drinkin...