No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast

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Thinking about doing Dry January or already in the middle of it and wondering why it feels harder than you expected?

You’re not alone. Millions of people try Dry January every year, and many struggle not because they’re doing it wrong, but because they don’t have the right support, mindset, or tools going in.

In this episode, Julie and Steve are joined by Charles and Amber for an honest, no frills conversation about how to approach Dry January in a way that actually feels doable. This isn’t about willpower or white-knuckling your way through 30 days. It’s about understanding what makes this challenge hard and learning how to make it easier.

We talk about:

  • Why thinking about “forever” makes Dry January feel overwhelming
  • How approaching Dry January as an experiment changes everything
  • Common emotional reactions like anxiety, shame, and fear of missing out
  • Why planning beats hope when it comes to cravings and social situations
  • How changing routines can reduce triggers, especially in the evenings
  • What to replace alcohol with so you’re not just removing something
  • The surprising physical and emotional benefits many people notice after 30 days
  • How to reflect on your experience so Dry January actually gives you clarity
  • Why slipping doesn’t mean you failed, it just gives you information

  • Whether you’re sober-curious, trying Dry January for the first time, or questioning your relationship with alcohol, this episode will help you feel less alone and more capable.

    You don’t have to decide anything about the future. You just have to get through today.

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