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We’re diving into the final stretch of Dry January—a time when motivation tends to dwindle, life gets messy, and sticking to our goals feels harder than ever. If you’ve found yourself struggling to stay alcohol-free or wondering how to keep pushing through, this episode is for you. 💪

In this episode, I’ll cover:

✨ Why stress, chaos, and disruptions to our routine can derail our wellness efforts—and how to get back on track.

✨ The science behind why alcohol feels like a quick fix but actually makes things worse by disrupting gut health and mood.

✨ How your gut health impacts 70% of your immune system, 90% of your serotonin, and 50% of your dopamine—and why doubling down on gut care during tough times is essential.

✨ Easy, actionable strategies to "weather the storm" without alcohol, including:

• Proactive habit hacks to simplify self-care when life feels overwhelming.
• Small shifts to shape your environment so it supports your alcohol-free journey.
• Creative ways to boost dopamine naturally (and train your brain to crave these instead of booze).

Remember, life will throw curveballs—it always does. But the way you respond can set you up for strength, resilience, and long-term success.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

👉 Breaking Up with Booze – A free guide to help you take the first steps toward living an alcohol-free life.

👉 BRAVE – Ready to go deeper? BRAVE is your jumpstart to changing your relationship with alcohol, with tools, guidance, and support to help you thrive.

Let’s Connect:

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear from you! Screenshot this episode, tag me on social media, and let me know what spoke to you most. And don’t forget to share it with someone who might need a little encouragement as we wrap up Dry January together. 💛

Cheers to finishing strong and creating a life you love—one step at a time!

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Today’s episode is something special: I’m sharing the recording from my Nourish and Flourish support call as a gift of encouragement for anyone navigating Dry January solo.

If your motivation is waning, your willpower feels depleted, or you just need a little boost of inspiration, this is for you.

In this episode, I share some of the key strategies I use in my group and one-on-one coaching programs to help women transform their relationship with alcohol—and with themselves.

With everything happening in California—the wildfires, displacement, and pain so many are experiencing—I felt called to offer this as a resource for anyone who might be struggling, especially if alcohol has become a coping mechanism.

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to do this alone. If you need additional support, I’m offering free coaching calls this month. Let’s connect and get you the help you need.

💛 Set up your free call here

🎙️ Episode Highlights:

🔄 Neuroplasticity and the AIRE Method

Discover a step-by-step approach to rewire your subconscious beliefs about alcohol and unlock the power of your brain’s natural ability to change.

📚 Daily Rituals and Habit Stacking

Learn how to integrate small, intentional habits into your day that compound over time into lasting, impactful results.

🎯 Hacking the Drinking Habit

We dive into James Clear’s cue, craving, response, reward loop and explore how to break free from destructive habits while building the positive ones that align with your goals.

✨ Dopamine Stacking Strategies

Explore sustainable, healthy ways to boost your dopamine levels and create real joy that supports your alcohol-free journey.

💪 Cravings and Discomfort

Understand the transformative power of leaning into cravings, recognizing them for what they are, and discovering that they have no control over you.

Key Takeaways:

💡 The results you’re experiencing today reflect what you’re currently committed to. So ask yourself: What are you committed to? Are you carving out just 10 minutes a day to focus on this work?

💛 If you’re feeling stuck or need additional support, let’s chat! Book a free coaching call with me, and we’ll dive deeper into your unique challenges and goals.

You’re not just breaking habits—you’re building a life you love. I’m with you every step of the way! 💪

Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and share this episode with anyone who could use a little inspiration this Dry January!

Additionally, here are some FREE resources for you to check out so you can start planting the seeds of change.

FREE Masterclass: Breaking Up With Booze to jumpstart your break without feeling deprived or like you're missing out

FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s the ultimate hormone balancing blueprint so you can feel confident giving your body EXACTLY what it needs to thrive.

What if you could enjoy unforgettable weekends, vibrant social connections, and personal growth—without alcohol? Meet Susie, the inspiring founder of Zeroproof Experiences, a groundbreaking venture dedicated to curating “Sober in the City” weekends that prove alcohol isn’t necessary for having a great time.

In this episode, Susie shares her journey from sipping chardonnay and sauvignon blanc at every social event to embracing the empowerment and freedom of an alcohol-free lifestyle. She opens up about her inspiration for creating Zeroproof Experiences and the joy she’s found in helping others discover new ways to connect, celebrate, and thrive without alcohol.

Susie also talks about the unique challenges and incredible rewards of curating events that prioritize fun, connection, and personal growth in a completely sober setting. Whether you’re sober curious, alcohol-free, or looking for fresh ways to connect and create meaningful experiences, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired and energized.

💬 Topics We Cover:

• Susie’s personal shift from wine enthusiast to alcohol-free advocate.
• How Zeroproof Experiences is redefining socializing without alcohol.
• The surprising benefits of living a sober lifestyle, from deeper connections to greater self-discovery.
• How you can find empowerment and joy in choosing alcohol-free adventures.

✨ Connect with Susie and learn more about Zeroproof Experiences: www.zeroproofexperiences.com and find Susie on Instagram @zeroproofexperiences

🎧 Tune in now to feel inspired and empowered to embrace the joy of sober living

Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and share this episode with anyone who could use a little inspiration this Dry January!

Additionally, here are some FREE resources for you to check out so you can start planting the seeds of change.

FREE Masterclass: Breaking Up With Booze to jumpstart your break without feeling deprived or like you're missing out

FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s the ultimate hormone balancing blueprint so you can feel confident giving your body EXACTLY what it needs to thrive.

Ready to make this Dry January the start of something truly transformative? In this episode, we dive into the first crucial step to changing your relationship with alcohol: examining the subconscious beliefs that keep you tied to drinking. Together, we’ll uncover:

• The cultural and personal conditioning that drives your drinking habits.
• The fears and "what ifs" that arise when you imagine a life without alcohol.

Next, we tackle the practical side of change by breaking down the habit loop—cue, craving, response, reward—and learning how to disrupt old patterns to create new, empowering ones. You’ll gain actionable strategies to hack your environment and set yourself up for success, making it easier to create real, lasting change.

This isn’t just about Dry January—it’s about reimagining your future and building a life you don’t want to escape from.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to identify and challenge subconscious beliefs about alcohol.
• A step-by-step guide to understanding the habit loop and breaking free from old routines.
• Tips for creating environments that support your goals and make change easier.
• Why shifting your mindset is key to lasting transformation.

Resources and Links Mentioned:

✨ It’s Not Too Late to Join Nourish and Flourish! ✨

If you’re ready to go deeper and create a sustainable lifestyle transformation, join my Nourish and Flourish program! This unique program helps you detox, change your relationship with alcohol, and learn how to support your hormones through every phase of your cycle.

✅ Weekly live coaching calls

✅ Daily support in our community app

✅ Access to my signature courses BRAVE and BALANCE (all included for the price of 1!)

We’ve already started, but you can still jump in and access the recording of our kickoff call. Don’t wait—this is your year to take control and thrive!

👉 Click here to join Nourish and Flourish

Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and share this episode with anyone who could use a little inspiration this Dry January!

Additionally, here are some FREE resources for you to check out so you can start planting the seeds of change.

FREE Masterclass: Breaking Up With Booze to jumpstart your break without feeling deprived or like you're missing out

FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s the ultimate hormone balancing blueprint so you can feel confident giving your body EXACTLY what it needs to thrive.

Are you ready to break free from diet culture, fitness myths, and the endless cycle of frustration with your health? In this episode, we’re joined by Justin Nault, the founder of Clovis, a movement dedicated to helping people heal their metabolisms, reclaim their health, and live authentically.

With over 650,000 followers and a thriving community of 12,000+ Clovis members, Justin is leading a revolution against the toxic trends in the health and fitness industries. His mission? To empower you to nourish your body, embrace self-acceptance, and prioritize holistic well-being over quick fixes and fad diets.

• The Broken System: Why traditional diet and fitness advice often fails us.
• Metabolism Myths Debunked: What you really need to know to heal your metabolism.
• The Clovis Approach: Justin’s proven method to reclaim your health without deprivation or guilt.
• Self-Acceptance and Authenticity: How rejecting toxic trends leads to true freedom and happiness.
• Building a Movement: How Justin grew Clovis into a supportive and empowering community.

This episode is packed with eye-opening insights about why the health industry is broken and what you can do to reclaim control of your body and mind. Justin’s approach is all about freedom—freedom from toxic trends, rigid diets, and self-doubt.

• Website: https://go.justinnault.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinnaultofficial/
• Join the Clovis Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/clovisacademy/

👉 Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs a fresh perspective on their health journey!

Ready to start your Detox and Alcohol Free journey with Elly this January?

Get early bird pricing on Nourish and Flourish, your New Year's program to detox, ditch alcohol and balance hormones. This is the program you need to take you out of "wouldn't it be nice..." to actually making progress on ALL of your health goals, because you get a grip on the number one thing holding you back, BOOZE! Don't wait, commit to the change that will drastically improve your health and well being in 2025. Let's go! You got this.

Additionally, here are some FREE resources for you to check out so you can start planting the seeds of change.

FREE Masterclass: Breaking Up With Booze to jumpstart your break without feeling deprived or like you're missing out

FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s the ultimate hormone balancing blueprint so you can feel confident giving your body EXACTLY what it needs to thrive.

Today, I had the privilege of interviewing Joe Chura, founder of Go Brewing — one of the fastest-growing non-alcoholic breweries in the country.

We dive into his inspiring journey of transforming his relationship with alcohol, the story of launching Go Brewing from his garage, and the fascinating nuances of the non-alcoholic beverage industry.

Most importantly, we explore how NA beverages can be a powerful tool for conquering cravings, allowing you to enjoy social rituals without compromising your brain and body. Spoiler alert: they’re not just a substitute — they can actually support your recovery and wellness journey.

To try Go Brewing, go to www.gobrewing.com and enter code ELLY15

You can follow Joe and Go Brewing @gobrewing

Ready to start your Detox and Alcohol Free journey this January?

Get early bird pricing on Nourish and Flourish, your New Year's program to detox, ditch alcohol and balance hormones. This is the program you need to take you out of "wouldn't it be nice..." to actually making progress on ALL of your health goals, because you get a grip on the number one thing holding you back, BOOZE! Don't wait, commit to the change that will drastically improve your health and well being in 2025. Let's go! You got this.

Additionally, here are some FREE resources for you to check out so you can start planting the seeds of change.

FREE Masterclass: Breaking Up With Booze to jumpstart your break without feeling deprived or like you're missing out

FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s the ultimate hormone balancing blueprint so you can feel confident giving your body EXACTLY what it needs to thrive.

In this episode, we’re diving into the perfect December Detox—a reset that focuses on nourishment, not deprivation. The holidays can leave us feeling sluggish, bloated, and out of balance, but detoxing doesn’t have to mean restrictive, joyless efforts. Instead, I walk you through 5 powerful steps to gently support your body, mind, and hormones through a detox that leaves you feeling restored and energized.

We’ll cover how to:

1. Support Your Liver with key nutrients that boost its natural detox functions.
2. Re-Mineralize your body with electrolytes to regain energy and balance.
3. Calm Inflammation using antioxidants and omega-3s to reduce bloat and brain fog.
4. Hydrate Intentionally to flush toxins and support cellular health.
5. Focus on Mindset to shift away from deprivation and embrace lasting nourishment.

Tune in to discover how these simple yet transformative steps can leave you feeling clear, vibrant, and ready to take on the new year. Let’s ditch the holiday toxins and give your body the nourishment it craves!

Ready to start your Detox and Alcohol Free journey this January?

Get early bird pricing on Nourish and Flourish, your New Year's program to detox, ditch alcohol and balance hormones.

Additionally, here are some FREE resources for you to check out so you can start planting the seeds of change.

FREE Masterclass: Breaking Up With Booze to jumpstart your break without feeling deprived or like you're missing out

FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s the ultimate hormone balancing blueprint so you can feel confident giving your body EXACTLY what it needs to thrive.

Today's guest is Mike Collins, author of The Last Resort Sugar Detox. He emphasizes the need to break the conditioned rewards system associated with sugar that is very similar to the process of breaking free of alcohol dependence. By understanding how sugar impacts our brains and body, one can attempt abstinence and work towards healthier alternatives. The episode serves as a guide to fostering sustained emotional health by breaking away from sugar as a coping mechanism.

You can find Mike and join the FREE Quit Sugar Summit HERE starting January 6th.

Ready to start your Alcohol Free journey this January? Here are some FREE resources for you to check out so you can start planting the seeds of change.

FREE Masterclass: Breaking Up With Booze to jumpstart your break without feeling deprived or like you're missing out

FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s the ultimate hormone balancing blueprint so you can feel confident giving your body EXACTLY what it needs to thrive.

Today's episode is all about my recent experience with Naturopath, the labs that were ordered, the results of my hormone tests, cortisol and extended lipid panels and my diagnosis of Hashimotos. I've been deep diving trying to learn more over the last 2 weeks are here are some of the amazing resources I've gained a lot of value from in my research lately:

Dr. Michelle Sands, Glow Natural Wellness

check out her Hormone Club for bio-identical hormone replacement therapy: https://www.glownaturalwellness.com/pages/healthy-hormone-club

For Hashimotos, check out Inna Topiler. She has a podcast and $37 10 day Hashimotos weight loss course that was fantastic.

https://innatopiler.com

Ready to start planting your seeds of change in your wellenss? I have two AMAZING FREE resources to support you:

FREE Guide: Breaking Up With Booze : Uncover the beliefs keeping you stuck in the drinking cycle so you can change how you THINK and FEEL about booze, and ultimately take the break you've been wanting.

Interested in healing your hormonal symptoms? Check out my FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s

For those craving a more personal approach, my one on one coaching is a next level experience tailored to meet your unique needs and goals so you can hit the ground running this New Year. Check it out HERE.

As an AG1 Ambassador, I’m thrilled to offer you an exclusive deal. With your first purchase as a new customer, you’ll get: 

● A free one-year supply of D3K2 drops to support your immune system

● 10 free AG1 travel packs

● A 30-day supply of Omega-3 pills

***Black Friday special! From now until November 30th, you can get an extra 5 travel packs, so that's 15 travel packs with your purchase.***

Get my AG1 Ambassador deal HERE.

If you'd like to try a few samples beforehand, you can email me [email protected] and I have some that you can sample for free.

Today I give you 3 ways to start planting the seeds of change to set you up for the New Year. Too often we put off change to a time when we think we will be more ready or the timing will be better, but change starts from within. You can amplify your brain's ability to step outside of it's comfort zone and start to transform in 3 ways; cultivating a belief that change is possible, surrounding yourself with content to support your change on a subconscious level and changing the environments you place yourself in.

Ready to start planting your seeds of change? I have two AMAZING resources to support you:

FREE Guide: Breaking Up With Booze : Uncover the beliefs keeping you stuck in the drinking cycle so you can change how you THINK and FEEL about booze, and ultimately take the break you've been wanting.

Interested in healing your hormonal symptoms? Check out my FREE Hormone Balancing Masterclass: Thriving in Your 40s

For those craving a more personal approach, my one on one coaching is a next level experience tailored to meet your unique needs and goals so you can hit the ground running this New Year. Check it out HERE.

As an AG1 Ambassador, I’m thrilled to offer you an exclusive deal. With your first purchase as a new customer, you’ll get: 

● A free one-year supply of D3K2 drops to support your immune system

● 10 free AG1 travel packs

● A 30-day supply of Omega-3 pills

Get my AG1 Ambassador deal HERE.

If you'd like to try a few samples beforehand, you can email me [email protected] and I have some that you can sample for free.