What happens when you don’t hit rock bottom, but still know it’s time to change your life? In this powerful episode of The Next Fix Podcast, Ryan Penley sits down with Nikki Lindgren—entrepreneur, mom, and wellness advocate—to explore her decision to quit alcohol and completely transform her life.

Nikki opens up about growing up in a drinking culture in rural Minnesota, the blackout moment that made her question everything, and how sobriety reshaped her identity as a parent, a partner, and a business owner.

Together, Ryan and Nikki dive deep into:

The invisible pressure of social drinking and alcohol culture

How sobriety shifted her family dynamics and parenting style

Navigating relationships when you choose not to drink

Building confidence and presence without alcohol

Using human design and self-reflection for personal and professional growth

Scaling a business in the beauty and wellness space

Why wellness—not wine—is the new status symbol

If you’re rethinking your relationship with alcohol, navigating family dynamics, or exploring self-awareness and lifestyle change, this episode is a must-listen.

Find more from Nikki Lindgren at:  https://www.pennock.co/

Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@pennockco

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkilindgren/

Find more from your host at:   www.ryanpenley.org   Or  www.myrockbottomrecovery.com

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