What if sobriety showed you the truth, but going back to moderation convinces you to forget it?

In this episode, Melissa shares her journey from growing up around alcohol to navigating sobriety as a mom and entrepreneur. The conversation unpacks the illusion of moderation, the mental load of drinking, and the subtle ways alcohol can pull you out of presence, memory, and connection at home. It’s an honest look at the tension between who you want to be and the habits that keep getting in the way.

The discussion details the added layer of perimenopause, mental health, and the cognitive dissonance that can make change feel so complicated. From holiday triggers to faith and community, this episode highlights what actually helps when you’re ready to question your relationship with alcohol—and what life can look like on the other side.

This episode is for you if you’ve ever questioned your drinking, felt the pull of both motherhood and spirituality, struggled with moderation, or are craving more clarity, presence, and support in this season of life.

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