If drinking at home—or that late-afternoon “witching hour”—is where moderation falls apart, this episode is for you.

In this quick, powerful episode, Erica Mallery—moderation coach and founder of ShameOver—dives into why drinking alone and habitual evening drinking are so common and exactly how to interrupt the cycle without quitting alcohol.

This episode focuses on the moments when:

• You drink before anyone else gets home
• You pour out of habit, boredom, stress, or emotional exhaustion
• The same craving hits at the same time every day
• Alcohol feels like the fastest way to decompress

You’ll learn how to:

• Make alcohol harder to access so mindful choices come easier
• Stop “drinking on autopilot” at home
• Fill your emotional cup before filling your glass
• Use the simple WAIT pause to break craving loops
• Beat the witching hour without white-knuckling
• Create a Pleasure + Stress-Reducer (PS) list that actually works
• Drink intentionally instead of habitually

If you’ve ever searched:
how to stop drinking at home, how to drink less in the evenings, witching hour drinking, mindful drinking habits, or cut back on alcohol without quitting—this episode is a must-listen.

Save this episode and come back to it anytime you feel the urge to drink out of habit instead of choice. Because drinking less isn’t about restriction—it’s about meeting the need underneath.

To connect with Erica + ShameOver go to shameover.me to get started today.

***Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and reflects personal opinions and lived experience. It is not medical, mental health, or addiction treatment advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat any condition. Always consult with a qualified healthcare or mental health professional about your specific situation before making changes to your drinking, medications, or treatment.***