In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay dives deep into the emotional journey of quitting drinking. It's not just about the day you stop, but everything leading up to it and what comes after. Lindsay explores the non-linear, often messy process of emotional sobriety and provides insights, tools, and support to help you navigate each phase without self-judgment.

What You'll Learn:

• Understand the five distinct emotional phases individuals typically go through when quitting drinking
• Learn that quitting is a non-linear journey with ups, downs, and potential slips, and that this is a normal part of the process.
• Discover that true sobriety is about learning to feel and manage emotions without relying on alcohol.
• Gain insights into dealing with the emotional challenges that arise when you stop using alcohol as a coping mechanism.
• Understand how setting boundaries is crucial for protecting your sobriety and creating space for healing and growth.
• Learn practical tools to navigate the emotional rollercoaster.
• Recognize the importance of being kind to yourself throughout the process and understanding that setbacks are not failures.

Resources and Links:

👉 Top 5 Quit Lit Books: https://amzlink.to/az0u9kmh6piOQ

👉 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/apply-for-coaching

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And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Ever feel like you're doing everything right—white-knuckling through cravings, saying no to the drink—and yet you're still exhausted? This episode is for you. In this week’s episode, Lindsay breaks down why relying on willpower alone will always leave you stuck in the same cycle. She shares why even the most disciplined, high-achieving women burn out trying to “just say no” to alcohol—and why that’s not your fault.

You’ll learn:

• Why willpower is a finite resource (and what that means for your sobriety)
• The difference between resistance mode and alignment mode
• Why trying harder isn’t the answer—and what actually is
• The tools that help you move from “just surviving” sobriety to thriving in a life you don’t want to escape from
• A client story that beautifully illustrates how freedom is possible when you stop relying on willpower and start creating a life that feels so good, alcohol no longer fits
  
  

Links & Resources:

• Ready to stop relying on willpower? Learn more about Lindsay’s 13-week group coaching program: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/feel-good-af
• Get your free guide to kickstart your alcohol-free life: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/sober-shift
• Book a free discovery call with Lindsay: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/apply-for-coaching

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
• 👩‍💻 Sign-up for Feel Good AF Coaching
• 📱Follow along on Instagram
• 📰 Subscribe to the Feel Good AF newsletter

And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Quitting alcohol often feels like a sacrifice… but what if it’s actually a massive gain? This week Lindsay's flipping the script. Get ready for an episode packed with personal stories, real shifts, and tangible wins you can look forward to. If you’ve ever wondered if it’s really worth it to stop drinking—this one’s for you.

We’ll talk about:

• Why the fear of missing out is keeping you stuck
• What you really gain—physically, emotionally, mentally, and socially—when you remove alcohol
• How Lindsay's performance, relationships, and energy transformed after quitting
• The underestimated glow-up that comes with living alcohol-free
• How alcohol creates distance from your truest self—and what it feels like to come home again
  
  

Resources and Next Steps:

• Learn more about Lindsay’s 13-week group coaching program: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/feel-good-af
• Get your free guide to kickstart your alcohol-free life:  https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/sober-shift
• Book a free call with Lindsay: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/apply-for-coaching 

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
• 👩‍💻 Sign-up for Feel Good AF Coaching
• 📱Follow along on Instagram
• 📰 Subscribe to the Feel Good AF newsletter

And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

In this week's episode of Feel Good Alcohol Free, Lindsay invites midlife women and sober curious listeners into a conversation about identity, growth, and becoming the version of yourself you’ve always wanted to be. This episode is both a personal reflection and a practical guide for women who are ready to move beyond alcohol and live with clarity, confidence, and integrity.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why asking "Who do I want to become?" is more transformative than "What do I want to do?"
• How alcohol can subtly (or not-so-subtly) steal life's most meaningful moments
• The science behind identity-based behavior and how to shift your brain’s wiring
• Four powerful "Who do I want to become?" identities that support lasting alcohol-free change
• How to start showing up as if you are already the confident, alcohol-free woman you want to be

Ask yourself these questions (as discussed in this episode): 

• If alcohol was no longer in my life, who would I be?
• What would I feel like in my body? 
• What kind of energy would I have?
• How would I move through my day? What would I prioritize?
• How would I show up in the world—at work, with my friends, at family gatherings?

Resources + Next Steps:

• Free Guide – Ready to explore who you're becoming? Download my free guide to help you map it out. https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/sober-shift 
• Connect with Me – Visit @lindsay_hennekey  to learn more about coaching and community.
• Follow + Subscribe – Make sure to follow Feel Good Alcohol Free so you never miss an episode. I’d be so grateful if you left a review!

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
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• 📱Follow along on Instagram
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And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

In this episode, Lindsay and her guest Deb Podlogar (aka Mocktail Mom) are breaking down everything that is exciting about living life alcohol-free and helping you prepare to get out into the world sans alcohol. This episode is a lot of fun, and you’ll definitely want to listen if you: 

• Feel like socializing will be one of the hardest things you’ll have to do when you go alcohol free 
• Have a desire to feel EXCITEMENT around your sober journey 
• Have been in the "Wine Mom" life, but want to make a change 

Put on your fascinator, grab yourself a mocktail, and enjoy! 

Next Steps and Resources: 

• Learn more about Deb here: https://www.mocktailmom.com/resources
• Follow her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mocktail.mom/
• And don’t forget to pick up her beautiful book 'The Happiest Hour: Delicious Mocktails for a Fabulous Moms’ Night In': https://amzlink.to/az0tlKwRG1zi6

About Deb Podlogar:

Deb Podlogar, widely known as Mocktail Mom®️, embarked on a transformative journey when she chose to part ways with Chardonnay. This decision led her to discover a variety of delicious, alcohol-free beverages. Deb resides near Louisville, KY, is married, and is the proud mother of two daughters, Hannah (22) and Lily (17).

Throughout her 40s, Deb faced a series of significant challenges, including her eldest daughter's critical illness, a divorce, breast cancer, a double mastectomy, and the loss of both parents to dementia. During these tumultuous years, wine became a comforting companion. However, she realized that while alcohol was numbing her pain, it was also diminishing the joy in her life. Approaching her 50th birthday, Deb decided it was time for a change and stopped drinking on December 31, 2020. Initially aiming to moderate her intake, she discovered that she felt remarkably better without alcohol and embraced sobriety.

Just ten days into her alcohol-free journey, Deb launched her Instagram account to inspire others to seek alternatives to alcohol. Breaking up with booze has proven to be one of her best decisions ever.

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
• 👩‍💻 Sign-up for Feel Good AF Coaching
• 📱Follow along on Instagram
• 📰 Subscribe to the Feel Good AF newsletter

And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

In this episode Lindsay discusses the journey to finding freedom from alcohol and the importance of building true confidence. She emphasizes that confidence is not an innate trait but something that can be developed through consistent action and self-trust. The conversation explores the role of alcohol as a false confidence booster and provides practical steps for you to build your confidence and embrace an alcohol-free lifestyle.

You'll Learn:

👉 The truth about confidence: why it’s not something you have, but something you build

👉 How alcohol tricks you into believing you’re more confident (and why it’s a lie)

👉 The real reason moderation destroys self-trust and keeps you stuck

👉 Why your brain is working against you when you try to quit—and how to flip the script

👉 The power of stacking tiny wins to rewrite your inner dialogue and reclaim real confidence

Resources and Links: 

📞 For a step forward, book a discovery call with Lindsay and see if working together is a good fit. https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/apply-for-coaching

✨ If this episode resonated with you, make sure to follow the podcast and leave a rating or review—it helps more women find this support!

You’re not broken. You’re just out of practice. And confidence? It’s built—one tiny win at a time.

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
• 👩‍💻 Sign-up for Feel Good AF Coaching
• 📱Follow along on Instagram
• 📰 Subscribe to the Feel Good AF newsletter

And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Are you tired of the “I’ll just cut back” struggle? Moderation feels like control but keeps you stuck in endless negotiations. Lindsay shares her experience, the science behind why it doesn’t work, and how to finally break free—for good.

You’ll Learn:

 👉 Why moderation feels like the answer but always fails
 👉 The mental drain of constant decision-making
 👉 How alcohol rewires your brain to crave more
 👉 The real path to freedom from the cycle

Resources and Links:

🎥 Watch the Free Webinar: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/register-how-to-feel-good-af

📞 Ready to break free from alcohol? Book a free sobriety strategy session call:  https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/apply-for-coaching

⭐ Support the Show: Follow and leave a review to help more women get support

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
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And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

You know that dreaded 3AM wake-up? The one where your heart is racing, your mind won’t shut off, and you promise yourself this is the last time? That’s not just anxiety—it’s your body waving a giant red flag.

In this episode, Lindsay breaks down exactly what’s happening in your brain and body when you drink (and why alcohol wrecks your sleep). 

You’ll learn:

👉 The real reason you wake up in the middle of the night after drinking
👉 How alcohol impacts deep sleep, stress hormones, and energy levels
👉 Why cutting alcohol—even for a few days—can completely change how you feel
👉 The #1 mistake people make when trying to "drink less" that keeps them stuck

If you’ve been struggling with exhaustion, brain fog, or feeling ‘off’ without knowing why—this episode is your wake-up call.

Resources and Links:

📌 Grab Lindsay's sleep routine must haves for better rest:  https://amzlink.to/az0cqrZG91AbN

📞 Ready to break free from alcohol? Book a free sobriety strategy session call:  https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/apply-for-coaching

🩵 Loved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! It helps more women find the support they need.

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
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And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Ever wondered what it’s like to finally break free from alcohol—and actually thrive? In this episode of How to Feel Good Alcohol Free, Lindsay sits down with Kristin, a woman who once couldn’t imagine life without drinking. Eight months later, she’s living a life she never thought was possible.

We’re diving deep into:
✨ The biggest challenges Kristin faced before sobriety
✨ Breakthrough moments that proved she was on the right path
✨ The power of community and why she didn’t do it alone
✨ Her advice for anyone considering quitting drinking but feeling stuck

Kristin’s story is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to figure this out alone. If you’re ready for a life where alcohol no longer holds you back, this is your sign.

Resources & Links:
🔗 Join Feel Good AF, Lindsay's 13-Week Group Coaching Program  
🔗 Connect with Kristin @the_alcohol.free_alchemist
🔗 Follow along for more sober inspiration @lindsay_hennekey

If Kristin’s story resonated with you, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. 

Remember, you are so capable of this—and you don’t have to do it alone!

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
• 👩‍💻 Sign-up for Feel Good AF Coaching
• 📱Follow along on Instagram
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And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Have you ever told yourself, “This time will be different,” only to find yourself right back in the same drinking cycle? If so, this episode is for you. We’re diving into why moderation always, always fails—and why that’s actually good news.

In this episode, Lindsay shares her personal experience with the health challenge cycle, the myth of moderation, and the exhausting mental gymnastics that come with trying to control alcohol. We’ll break down the biggest lies keeping you stuck, from decision fatigue to alcohol’s sneaky nature, and why the belief that “alcohol helps you relax” is one of the most misleading stories we tell ourselves. 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why 30-day health challenges never lead to true moderation
• The hidden reasons moderation always unravels (hint: it’s not about willpower)
• The mental exhaustion of decision fatigue and why it keeps you stuck
• How alcohol tricks you into believing you’re in control while keeping you dependent
• The real reason Sunday night rituals (and other drinking habits) feel impossible to break
• How to challenge the belief that alcohol = relaxation so you can finally be free

Resources:

• Try Lindsay's favorite NA red wine Oddbird Addiction and use code: LINDSAYHENNEKEY15 for 15% off
• Download Lindsay's guide Sober Shift, to help you get unstuck 

Next Steps:

Pick one of the following areas: The signal to unwind, Something to sip on, or A way to truly relax and adjust your ritual. Try a post-work shower or create a new playlist that you put on when you get home and have a little dance party. Crack open an NA fizzy drink and journal for five minutes, or do some yoga. 

If this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review. Your support helps others find this podcast and start their own journey to freedom. See you next week!

Here's how you can stay connected:

• 🗓️ Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call
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• 📱Follow along on Instagram
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And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol (or think you might be), consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.