What if the little things—traffic jams, work deadlines, or even family gatherings—are quietly sabotaging your sobriety?

These everyday stressors could be leading you closer to relapse without you even realizing it.

People say, I don’t even know how it happened, or, it was a split second decision, but that is really never the case.

The point of this episode is to understand how and why you are compromised and weakened in a daily basis, and how that leads you to relapse without you knowing it's happening.

The number one thing I want you to understand in the addiction recovery equation is that it’s all emotion-based.

Not to say that’s the only component, because it’s not.

At the core of addiction is a desire to change how you feel.

Whether it’s making your happy happier, quieting the noise in your head so you can relax, taking the edge off of stress, or numbing what you don’t want to feel at all.

Craving isn’t about the substance, it’s about wanting to feel different.

You are compromised every day by life’s daily stressors, and if you don’t do anything to feel better, to regulate your nervous system so that you can make better decisions...

...then you will always be prey for alcohol.

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A Call Here to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

3 Stages of Relapse:  addictionunlimited.com/260

 

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If you struggle with alcohol, or marijuana, or any other addiction, chances are you’ve had some thoughts about your relationship with food, too.

I’m right there with you, my friend.

Many of us find ourselves in the situation of getting sober then find we are relying on food and sugar more than we ever did before.

And being a compulsive person, with little understanding of the word ‘moderation’, you can find yourself questioning your habits and not feeling great about them.

The good news is, almost everything is fixable, and our guest today is going to shed some much-needed light on food behaviors, the thought processes behind it, and how we are manipulated by the food industry.

Ali Shapiro is the host of the Insatiable podcast where she explores and explains the intersection of food, culture, and psychology.

Ali brings you insight from her own personal experience, as well as professional experience and this episode is full of lightbulb moments.

She tells us about:

The 4 Triggers of ‘food noise’

How self-trust plays a role in our food decisions

And how food is connected to attachment (and how that drives us)

If you feel like you struggle but aren’t sure where you fit, you won’t want to miss this one!

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A free Call Here to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

Ali Shapiro:  https://alishapiro.com/

Are You Being Private or Keeping A Secret:  addictionunlimited.com/128

Stunning Facts That Will Shock You About Food: addictionunlimited.com/189

 

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Are you struggling with trying to figure out what you’re going to do and how you’re going to spend your time when you quit drinking?

Drinking takes up a lot of our time and mental energy.

When you take that away, it leaves a big void.

And if you don’t have a plan to fill the void, it will lead you right back to relapse.

If you are on your 100th day one again, or if you’ve been sober for awhile and you’re feeling a little stagnant and need a jumpstart…

… this episode is for you!

I’m going to let you steal my Daily Plan:

✨ how I structure my day

✨ what to do

✨ when to do it

✨ why it works

No need to take notes on this episode because I’ve got the plan laid out and ready for you to download! ⬇️

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Get my Daily Plan: addictionunlimited.com/plan

Mindset Makeover video series: addictionunlimited.com/mindset

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A Call Here to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

 

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Everyone from World Cup winning skier Lindsey Vonn, to legendary basketball player Michael Jordan, to actors Will Smith and Idris Elba, and musician Jay Z...

...each of them uses this technique to give them a competitive edge, and also to cultivate a sense of belief, build confidence and to help build motivation.

Science today estimates that 95 percent of our brains activity is unconscious.

It handles everything your body needs to function properly, from eating and breathing to digesting and making memories.

It also holds all the “programs” that control the way you think, what you believe, the way you feel, act, react, and pretty much everything else that forms who you are.

So how do you work on that subconscious mind and write new stories for yourself so you can get more of what you want in life, and less of what you don’t?

In this episode you'll learn the power of this tool, plus:

👉 The neuroscience of WHY it works

👉 The simplicity of HOW it works

👉 And a process you can start TODAY to change your life

Get your earbuds out and your green tea in hand, my friend, you're going to love this!

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A Call Here to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Join the Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

 

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Grief shows up in unexpected ways and sometimes at unexpected times.

You may lose a family member or friend, or your pet.

Grief may be a part of the heartbreak of a divorce or breakup.

You may grieve the loss of your youth, the loss of alcohol, or the life you aspired to live that didn’t happen, or the child you thought you would have but didn’t.

These curveballs that life loves to throw at you can often create a sense of loss, and grief over something you want that is no longer in your reach.

Healing from grief takes time and it’s not an easy process.

In my personal search for relief I came across a framework that explains the process of grieving, why it's so difficult, and what you can do to heal.

This episode will change how you think about grief and give you a new process for healing in a healthy way that gets you long-term relief.

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A Call Here to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

Healing Grief Support Group: https://www.griefshare.org/

Huberman Podcast on Grief: https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/the-science-and-process-of-healing-from-grief

 

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You know you want to change.

You know you need to change.

Yet, you resist change for some reason you have yet to understand.

This episode’s for you.

But that old saying, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks”,  just isn’t true.

Not saying you are old… or a dog…

The truth is, old habits are hard to break.

And new ones are challenging to create.

But if you follow these easy steps, you’ll be a healthy habit champion in no time!

I’d love to tell you, “Just believe in yourself!”, but we aren’t always good at that.

Especially if you’ve been battling the same ugly habits for years and losing.

What I will tell you is… believe in your ability.

Because you are able, and capable, of doing anything you want. And I’m happy to show you how.

Listen in for these easy and actionable steps you can start TODAY, and one of my super secret keys to success.

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A Free Call Here to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

 

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Many aspiring sober people get hung up on the thought of never drinking again.

You don’t make a REAL commitment to stopping.

You want to be wishy-washy, on the fence, telling yourself you’ll be able to drink again one day…

…then you wonder how you end up hungover again feeling like sh*t about yourself.

I’ll tell you why; because it all starts with your decision-making.

Once you put down the drink, you have to learn the skills to get your decisions in line with your desire to be sober.

This week, we’ll talk about the pitfalls of instant gratification and how it will trip you up ALL THE TIME.

Instant gratification is one of the biggest obstacles to overcome, and once you see it, you can change it.

 

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A Call Here to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

 

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If you’ve never attended a 12-step meeting, you likely have fears and anxieties running through your and keeping you from going.

Or, maybe you went to a meeting or two and wrote it off as ‘not for you’, but as you’ve continued to struggle with staying sober you’re starting to wonder if it might be the solution.

Either way, I want you to have the real real about what it’s like, what we are doing, and why we do it the way we do.

Feeling nervous about going to a meeting is totally normal!

Every one of us in that room felt nervous walking through the door the first time so we know exactly how you feel and we want to welcome you with love and support.

Being connected to successfully sober people is what will allow you to kick start, and build, your sobriety.

In fact, the more open-minded and connected you are, the stronger you will be and the faster you will grow.

Why not stay closely dialed in to the people who have what you want?

That’s the best way to achieve what they have…with your own flavor and style, of course.

Let’s start with debunking a few things:

No, you don’t have to talk if you don’t want to. For 18+ years I have said, “Hey everybody, I’m Angela, alcoholic, and I’m just going to listen today.”

Yes, you can leave early if you want to. There’s no AA police that will chase you down and, for the most part, no one cares.

No, you don’t have to believe in God or go to church just because AA uses the word God. 🤷‍♀️

AA has been around for decades with a sole purpose to help people. And all of us in those rooms want to help you, too.

In this episode I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you the lowdown on how things are done and why we do it the way we do.

We’ll talk about some of the myths, why suggestions are suggested, and how much power you have in your journey.

Your experience is your decision and I hope to see in the rooms one day.

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A Call Here to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

What Is This Higher Power Sh*t!?: addictionunlimited.com/41

 

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If you’ve been on the relapse rollercoaster stuck in that cycle of up and down, sober then relapse, over and over feeling like you are getting nowhere...listen up, my friend.

I’m going to give you my top 3 pitfalls that will sabotage your sobriety every… single… time.

You’re going to see that you may be looking at this thing ALL wrong.

You’re also going to get some clear-cut actions you can start taking today to feel better and get farther than you’ve gotten before.

Grab those earbuds and put on your running shoes, or walking shoes in my case, and let’s dive in to this solution-focused episode to change your sobriety for good.

 

 

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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

 

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Skills, strategies, and tools for your emotional toolbox…

...any thing or activity that is good for your mental wellness and helps you stay balanced and happy.

Coping skills are things we can do in the moment, when we are feeling uncomfortable/anxious/angry/overwhelmed, to help us turn down the volume of our emotions and avoid letting them take control.

They help us to get through stressful situations with a little more ease, and without doing something we’ll regret later on.

Having healthy coping strategies isn’t going to cure WHY you have the anger, resentment, or general discomfort in life, but what it does, is allow you to create more calm in your life by having healthier responses to emotions.

And when you can respond to emotions in a healthier way you have more power in your life and you won't need to turn to alcohol to numb.

Different coping skills serve different purposes, too, so let’s dive in to the coping strategies that will change the way you live.

 

Links mentioned in this episode: 

Is Angela the right Coach for you? Book A Call with her to find out : addictionunlimited.com/call

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited

 

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