How can you overcome the belief that you are weak if you can't control your drinking?

This week's episode features two powerful coaching sessions with Coach Hayley and Coach Soraya. In Coach Soraya’s session, Samantha shares her frustration with feeling stagnant, as she struggles to make progress and commit to an alcohol-free break, especially with a husband whose drinking is a constant presence. Coach Haley and Thomas discuss his battle with a persistent inner conflict—should he keep drinking less, or is it time to make a commitment to stop drinking for good? This leads to an insightful discussion about the stigma of weakness and the true nature of alcohol. Both coaches offer a fresh perspective, encouraging Thomas and Samantha to embrace self-compassion and emotional awareness over self-blame.

In Samantha’s session:

Feeling defeated after trying to change for so long

Navigating alcohol use when your partner isn’t on board

The trap of “forever thinking” when it comes to quitting

Remembering how good it felt to be alcohol-free

Learning how to ride the wave of emotional triggers

Discovering that high sensitivity is a superpower, not a flaw

Letting herself be enough—right where she is

Choosing progress over perfection

Finding strength to make a commitment to stop drinking, one step at a time

And much more…

In Thomas’ session:

Asking the question: “Should I cut back or stop completely?”

How alcohol magnifies shame and disrupts self-trust

The impact of societal beliefs on our drinking identity

Reframing willpower as curiosity and experimentation

Experiencing live music without alcohol for the first time

Feeling more connected and present with his kids

Realizing that behavior change follows emotional clarity

Acknowledging his progress without pressure or judgment

Trusting the process to make a commitment to stop drinking

And more…

Soraya Arjan Odishoo is a compassionate Certified This Naked Mind Coach and certified Kula Yoga instructor, combining somatic healing and therapeutic models to support her clients' journeys to recovery. With a deep commitment to working with individuals who feel disconnected from their true selves, Soraya specializes in helping people break free from addictions to substances or behaviors that no longer serve them. Her heart-centered, trauma-informed approach is rooted in collaboration and trust, with a focus on accessibility for BIPOC and LGBTQIA++ communities. Soraya’s passion lies in guiding others back to their personal power, allowing them to find peace, purpose, and lasting healing.

Learn more about Coach Soraya: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/soraya-arjan-odishoo-alpc/

Hayley Scherders is a certified TNM Coach with training from the Canadian Addiction and Mental Health Association. Drawing from personal experiences, Hayley understands how tough change can be and provides a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where her clients can feel supported. She believes that with the right mindset, anyone can change their life at any time.

Learn more about Coach Hayley: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/hayley-scherders/

Episode links:

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