Whether you meant to take a night off and didn’t… Whether you planned to stop at one glass of wine and didn’t… Whether were doing so well with your dry streak and then that night happened…

I’ve got you.

This episode is for the morning after, when you’re dealing with the hangover, the fog, the regret, the “Ugh, why did I do that?” spiral. I’ll walk you through what to do when you’ve had too much to drink—without beating yourself up or trying to shame yourself into discipline. You’ll learn:

• how to take care of your body after a night of overdrinking;
• why separating your actions from your identity is essential for change;
• why punishment doesn’t work—and what to do instead;
• how to reframe a slip as a stepping stone, not a dead end.

Even if this has happened more times than you’d like, it doesn’t mean you’re broken or back at square one. 

And if you're ready for a new approach—one rooted in curiosity and compassion—I offer free consultations, and I’d love to chat and see if we’re a good fit to work together. You can book yours using the link in the show notes.

🌀WRITING WITH THE UNCONSCIOUS—get the details and save your seat here: https://www.adrianacloud.com/writing-workshops

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

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Cravings are one of the most misunderstood parts of changing your drinking habit. Recently, I was a guest on Rachel Hart’s Take a Break podcast, and last week I shared part 1 of that conversation as a bonus episode. This is part 2, where Rachel and I are back together for a deep-dive into cravings.

We talk about:

• what most people get wrong about cravings;
• why having an urge to drink isn’t a problem (and doesn’t require willpower to resist);
• how humor and curiosity can help you feel more empowered;
• a simple reframe that helps you detach from the craving and stay in charge;

If cravings often feel overwhelming or frustrating, this conversation will help you see them in a whole new light.

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Mentioned on this episode: 

Rachel Hart's podcast, Take a Break: https://rachelhart.com/podcast/

The Drink Archetypes: https://rachelhart.com/drinkarchetypes/

The Ultimate Guide to Drinking Less: https://rachelhart.com/guide/

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

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Ever had one of those days when you’re overwhelmed or exhausted and think, “A drink will make me feel better”?

You're not alone—and you're not wrong that it feels like it helps. That first drink brings a rush of dopamine and a temporary sense of relief. But here’s the truth: alcohol can’t actually fix what’s wrong.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through:

• why your brain turns to alcohol when you’re stressed, sad, or burned out;
• what alcohol can do (temporary sedation) vs. what it can’t do (solve the problem);
• how drinking trains your brain to associate alcohol with relief—and why that’s a slippery slope;
• what happens to your emotional resilience when alcohol becomes the go-to escape;
• a simple reframe to help you pause and choose intentionally—even if you do decide to drink.

If you’ve ever poured a drink to cope with a headache, heartbreak, work stress, or just a mountain of life admin or your partner’s loud chewing, this episode is for you. 

If this resonates and you want help shifting your habits, book a free consultation via the link below. I’d love to support you.

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🌀WRITING WITH THE UNCONSCIOUS—get the details and save your seat here: https://www.adrianacloud.com/writing-workshops

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

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This bonus episode is a special one. A few months ago, I was a guest on Take a Break, the podcast hosted by master coach Rachel Hart—creator of the Drink Archetypes and author of The Ultimate Guide to Drinking Less. Rachel has been a mentor and an inspiration to me, and I’ve been lucky to work with her inside her membership.

In this conversation, we talk about:

• why focusing only on “how much” you drink often backfires (as I found out when I myself quit drinking);
• the power of identifying and shifting the underlying thoughts and emotions driving your drinking;
• the surprising magic that happens when you stop labeling yourself and start understanding your behavior;
• how hypnosis works to create new neural pathways and rewire habitual responses.

If you’ve ever wondered why drinking sometimes feels automatic—or why moderation works one night and fails the next—this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical tools.

And if you’re curious about using hypnosis-based coaching to support your journey toward drinking less, book a free consultation via the link below. I’d love to connect and see how I can help.

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Mentioned on this episode: 

Rachel Hart's podcast, Take a Break: https://rachelhart.com/podcast/

The Drink Archetypes: https://rachelhart.com/drinkarchetypes/

The Ultimate Guide to Drinking Less: https://rachelhart.com/guide/

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

Follow me on Instagram: @adriana_cloud_

Many people assume they struggle to cut back on drinking because they like it too much.

But what if you don’t actually like drinking as much as you think you do?

In this episode of How to Drink Less, we unpack the difference between wanting alcohol and liking the experience of drinking it. What you discover might surprise you—and it could change everything about how you approach habit change.

You’ll learn:

• the difference between wanting something and liking it in the moment;
• why we mistake familiarity for genuine enjoyment;
• where to go next if you believe “I just like the taste of wine”;
• how to mindfully evaluate how alcohol actually makes you feel;
• why increasing your awareness is key to changing your relationship with alcohol.

This is an eye-opening episode designed to spark clarity and shift the stories you tell yourself about alcohol.

If you're ready to stop feeling stuck and start making real change, I can help. Book a free consultation via the link below and let’s talk about how coaching can support you in building a life you don’t want to numb.

🌀WRITING WITH THE UNCONSCIOUS—get the details and save your seat here: https://www.adrianacloud.com/writing-workshops

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

Follow me on Instagram: @adriana_cloud_

Most drinking happens on autopilot. One minute you’re thinking about wine… and the next, the glass is in your hand.

In this short but powerful episode, I’ll teach you one simple practice that can help you interrupt that cycle and start making more intentional choices about drinking.

Inside, you’ll learn:

• why most drinking happens automatically (and how to interrupt it);
• how to use a 30-second pause to regain control of your drinking;
• what questions to ask yourself before you pour a drink;
• why reconnecting with your needs is more powerful than resisting cravings;
• how to use the pause even after you've started drinking.

This tiny habit can lead to big transformations—because when you're in control of your choices, you're in control of your drinking. 

If you’re ready to stop feeling at the whim of your urges and want build a more mindful relationship with alcohol, I’d love to help. Book a free consultation via the link below and let’s talk about how coaching can support you in making lasting, liberating change.

🌀WRITING WITH THE UNCONSCIOUS—get the details and save your seat here: https://www.adrianacloud.com/writing-workshops

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

Follow me on Instagram: @adriana_cloud_

You’ve decided you want to cut back. Maybe even stop drinking altogether. But how do you actually say no to a drink—especially when everyone else is drinking?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the practical steps that help you follow through on your intentions, even when it’s hard. You’ll learn:

• why relying on willpower alone doesn’t work (and what to do instead);
• how to plan ahead for situations where alcohol will be present;
• ways to respond when someone offers or pressures you to drink;
• two practical language tricks to make saying no feel easier;
• how to manage the discomfort that can come with doing something different;
• how to evaluate what happened and learn from it for next time.

Saying no to a drink isn’t about deprivation—it’s about choosing something better. And like any skill, it gets easier the more you practice.

If you want support applying these strategies in your life, book a free consultation using the link in the show notes. I’d love to help.

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DOWNLOAD THE FREE GUIDE mentioned in the episode: "100 Ways to Respond When Someone Asks 'Why Are You Not Drinking?'"

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

Follow me on Instagram: @adriana_cloud_

You’ve probably heard the phrase “We’re powerless over alcohol.” It’s one of the most common beliefs in AA and traditional recovery circles. But what if it’s not true?

In this episode, I’m challenging how the very idea of powerlessness can keep us stuck in unhelpful drinking patterns. We’ll talk about:

• why the language you use—especially with yourself—matters more than you think;
• how habits that feel automatic can create the illusion of powerlessness;
• the difference between responsibility and blame;
• how to start changing your story and reclaiming your agency—one small choice at a time.

If you’ve ever felt stuck or discouraged in your attempts to change your drinking, this episode is for you.

You are not powerless. And the story you tell yourself about who you are matters.

🌀WRITING WITH THE UNCONSCIOUS—get the details and save your seat here: https://www.adrianacloud.com/writing-workshops

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

Follow me on Instagram: @adriana_cloud_

We often talk about alcohol as a way to take the edge off—but what if it's also taking the shine off?

In this episode, we explore how alcohol doesn’t just dull pain, stress, or anxiety—it also numbs your ability to feel joy, connection, and real pleasure. I’ll walk you through the neuroscience behind this, explain how alcohol rewires your brain’s reward system, and share how numbing the bad inevitably means numbing the good, too.

You’ll learn:

• why alcohol affects your capacity to feel joy in both the short and long term;
• how your brain adapts to the artificial dopamine spikes caused by drinking—and what that does to your baseline happiness;
• why rediscovering joy is a process (and how to start small);
• what you can do if your life feels a little gray right now, and how to start feeling more alive—without relying on alcohol to get you there.

This episode is an invitation to reconnect with pleasure—not as a reward for abstaining from drinking, but so you can learn how to enjoy your life without needing alcohol.

If this sparks something for you, reach out and let me know what small joys you’re rediscovering. Or, if you're looking for personalized support, book a free consultation and let's talk! 

🌀WRITING WITH THE UNCONSCIOUS—get the details and save your seat here: https://www.adrianacloud.com/writing-workshops

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

Follow me on Instagram: @adriana_cloud_

We say we want to drink less. But do we really want to change—or do we just want to avoid the consequences of overdrinking?

In this episode, I invite you to look beneath the surface and get radically honest with yourself. We explore what it actually means to change your relationship with alcohol—not just how much you drink, but who you are around alcohol, and why you turn to it in the first place.

Tune in to explore:

• why simply avoiding the negative effects of alcohol isn’t the same as real change;
• what it means to stop relying on alcohol emotionally, socially, and mentally;
• and how to start shifting—gently, deliberately, and on your own timeline.

This isn’t about punishing yourself into sobriety or doing it perfectly. It’s about clarity, compassion, and the kind of deep change that actually lasts.

If you’re tired of repeating the same patterns, this episode will help you figure out what kind of change you’re truly ready for—and what your next step could be.

🌀WRITING WITH THE UNCONSCIOUS—get the details and save your seat here: https://www.adrianacloud.com/writing-workshops

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: [email protected]

Follow me on Instagram: @adriana_cloud_