Episode #300

Hello! I'm glad you're here.

If you're a midlife woman who is tired of turning to alcohol as a source of comfort and want to turn to yourself instead, this episode is for you!

Alcohol is often perceived as a source of comfort, especially for women in midlife facing next-level challenges and stressors.

Chardonnay was my friend and it wrapped me in comfort like a warm cozy blanket for years. However, this comfort was deceiving and over time, I realized that it was very temporary.

In this episode, I talk about the concept of self-comfort and how to reclaim it without relying on alcohol. I'll discuss how alcohol can seem like an easy escape but often leads to more discomfort in the long run.

I'll also share my personal experience of quitting drinking at 45 and how it's possible to find true comfort and relaxation without alcohol.

The key topics inside:

• Understanding why midlife women often turn to alcohol for comfort
• Signs that you may be using alcohol as a coping mechanism
• The illusion of comfort that alcohol provides and why the "alcohol comfort zone" can lead to more dependency, shame, regret, and an unrealistic self-perception
• Steps to reclaim self-comfort without drinking and create a new "genuine comfort zone"
• The benefits of reclaiming self-comfort as the leading lady in your life

You are not alone if you are drinking for comfort. I'm with you.

I will never stop reminding you that you all you need to create a fulfilling life where you comfort yourself without drinking alcohol.

You can read the full show notes for this episode here.

Here are some additional episodes to listen to next:

The Hardest Part of Getting Sober

The Bright Side of Going Alcohol-Free in Midlife

Transitioning to an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle: What it Does and Doesn't Take

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