Journey to the Sunnyside | Mindful Drinking & Alcohol Health

Hey there, welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! I’m Mike Hardenbrook, and today we’re diving into a topic that hits home for so many mindful drinkers—understanding a more personalized plan for our own habits. I’m super excited to be joined by Rachel Hart, coach, author, and host of the Take a Break podcast.

Rachel’s all about helping people change their relationship with alcohol—without relying on willpower or feeling deprived. She’s developed a framework for understanding different drink archetypes, and we’re going to unpack all of that today.

Rachel has guided thousands of people toward rethinking their habits and making lasting change. If you’re looking for a game-changing approach to your mindful drinking journey, this is it. Let’s jump in with Rachel Hart!

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

In this episode, we’re diving into why comparing your drinking habits to others doesn’t tell the full story. The truth is, you never know what’s really going on behind the scenes, and those comparisons can stop you from focusing on what truly matters—your own progress. Let’s talk about breaking free from the comparison trap and making mindful drinking a personal, empowering journey.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4

RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside. Today., we're picking up the conversation with Julie Ciardi. She's going to continue sharing her journey from what could have been a midlife crisis to what she calls a midlife creation. We'll dive into how she navigated this transition, and if you're feeling stuck and needing a new direction but don't know where to start, this episode is going to give you insights and practical steps on where to begin. So let's dive in with Julie.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4

RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside. Today's episode is for anyone who feels stuck or disconnected from their purpose. Whether you're over 50 or even in your forties and starting to question where you're headed, my guest today, Julie Ciardi, is a former Fortune 50 executive who now helps people in mid-life redefine their lives, create new identities, and align with what truly fulfills them. Today, she shares her journey for what could have been a midlife crisis to what she now calls a midlife creation. So if you're feeling ready for a new direction, but don't know where to start, this episode is going to give you insights and practical steps on where to begin.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4

RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

In this 10-Minute Monday (Tuesday Edition), learn how to create and reinforce new habits by building stronger pathways in the brain. Discover quick, practical tips to make new routines stick and make lasting change easier. Perfect for kick-starting your week!

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4

RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re diving into breaking free from self-sabotaging patterns with Stefanos Sifandos. Stefanos is the real deal—he’s worked with top-level athletes, CEOs, and high performers around the world, helping them transform their lives through conscious empowerment. He’s guided thousands in areas like emotional healing and self-mastery, and today he’s here to help us recognize those self-sabotaging patterns that hold us back—and, more importantly, to show us how to rewrite them.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4

RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re diving into a topic that goes deep—healing the inner child for a healthier, more connected you. Our guest Stefanos Sifandos, is a transformational coach, speaker, and advocate for conscious relationships and personal healing. Stefanos has worked with everyone from elite soldiers to world champion athletes, guiding them toward growth and transformation. But he’s not just talking the talk; he’s walked the path himself, facing and transforming his own struggles along the way. Today, we’ll break down what ‘inner child work’ really means, why it’s such a game-changer, and how healing those past wounds can lead to real, positive changes in your life. So, let’s dive in with Stefanos.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4

RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

In this quick 10-Minute Monday, we’re breaking down how breathwork can be a secret weapon for staying on track with mindful drinking. I’ll walk you through three dead-simple breathing techniques you can do anywhere, whether you’re at work, home, or feeling those social pressures, to keep cravings and stress in check. We’re also going to hit on why breathwork isn’t just a quick fix; the long-term health benefits are legit. Think better focus, improved sleep, and a stronger immune system. Tune in and let’s dive into how you can make breathwork an easy, go-to tool for staying calm, focused, and in control.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4

RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside. If you've been following along, you'll know that we're deep in this incredible journey of Darren Prince. In part one, we heard about his rise in the world of celebrity agents, representing legends like Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Hulk Hogan in the late Muhammad Ali, as well as working with icons like Smokin' Joe Frazier Chevy chase, and David Goggins. We also touched on some of his personal battles he faced along the way.

Now in part two, we're diving in deeper covering how Darren overcame addiction, turned his life around, and found a sense of purpose that goes far beyond fame. Let's pick up where we left off with Darren prince.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
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RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re shaking things up. Usually, we dive into strategies and tips to help you live a more balanced life, but sometimes a story comes along that offers lessons far beyond the tactical.

Today, we’ve got one of those stories.

I’m excited to welcome Darren Prince, a Sports and Celebrity agent who Represents legends like Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Hulk Hogan, Chevy Chase, David Goggins and many others. Also worked with the late Muhammad Ali, Smokin Joe Frazier, Evel Knievel and Jerry West. Darren’s also the bestselling author of Aiming High, where he shares his journey through addiction and recovery—how he hit rock bottom despite reaching incredible career heights and how he turned it all around.

We’re diving deep today, and I know you’ll find this conversation both powerful and inspiring.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3
Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4

RELATED ARTICLES FROM THE SUNNYSIDE BLOG:

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.