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This episode is a really honest one, because I’m right in the middle of a tough personal decision - whether or not to move across the country for the sake of my co-parenting situation. 

It’s one of those moments where I have to ask myself, “Am I making this choice from fear or from faith?” And instead of speaking about it vaguely, I decided to share the raw truth in real time, because if sobriety has taught me anything, it’s to be honest.

I talk about what it means to trust spiritual guidance, especially when it feels like letting go might cost you something - your comfort, your relationships, your peace. 

I reflect on the 12 Steps, especially steps one through three, and how they help me process not just sobriety, but life and big emotions. 

This episode is a reminder that letting go isn’t losing - it’s choosing alignment over approval.

Here are the highlights:

Spiritual Will vs. Personal Desire (1:51)

Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (3:49)

Choosing Alignment Over Approval (5:56)

Steps for Making The Right Decisions (8:03)

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This episode was sparked by something simple I heard at a meeting - one of those lines that hits you right in the chest and sticks around. 

It led me to reflect on how often fear feels real even when it’s not telling the truth. 

So today I’m talking about what happens when we open the door to fear, what faith can offer us instead, and how we can start choosing differently - even if it’s just one thought at a time.

Highlights:

(01:43) Fear knocked. Faith answered. No one was there

(04:08) When fear feels real but isn’t true

(06:22) Losing my dad and fearing I’d be next

(08:34) Faith is God’s will, fear is mine

(09:08) You can always choose again, even now

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In this episode, I’m taking you back to my first 90 days of sobriety and sharing how I stayed grounded when no one else around me was changing. 

I talk about the messy, raw, but beautiful early days and how I learned that choosing myself wasn’t selfish – it was necessary. 

I share my three tools to remember your why when it feels hard, from micro rituals to micro actions that align you with the woman you’re becoming. I also dive into emotional honesty and why sobriety is never a punishment, but a path back to yourself. 

If you’re feeling stuck, lost, or just need a reminder today that you’re worth prioritising, this one is for you.

Here are the highlights:

Balancing Self-Care and Social Life (2:09)

The Importance of Reminding Yourself Why (3:43)

Tools for Staying Consistent (6:51)

Emotional Honesty and Long-Term Sobriety (10:07)

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This week, I sat down with Melissa McGovern, also known as The Sober New Yorker. 

Melissa shares her incredibly raw and honest story of what it looks like to live in the “gray area” of drinking. No dramatic rock bottom, just a quiet knowing that something needed to change.

We talked about everything from the sneaky shame that lives in high-functioning drinking to the beauty of choosing yourself, one small decision at a time. Melissa’s story is proof that it’s never too late to reinvent your life - and that there’s so much life on the other side of saying “I’m done.”

She shares what helped her finally let go of alcohol, how her health transformed in just 11 weeks, and why her NYC life feels more vibrant and full now than ever before.

If you’re even a little sober curious, this is your sign to just take the next step. Let’s go.

Here are the highlights:

Melissa's Journey to Sobriety (5:15)

Turning Points and Personal Losses (31:27)

The Final Straw and Commitment to Sobriety (31:41)

Life in New York City as a Sober Person (37:03)

Spirituality and Personal Growth (42:51)

Advice for the Sober Curious (49:26)

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https://www.instagram.com/thesobernewyorker/

https://thesobernewyorker.com/

https://open.spotify.com/show/65MnemaYeggxkRXoqWA7hn?si=7a41b99e6eb84c37

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In this week's episode, I open up about the kind of fear that keeps us stuck - the perfectionist, overthinking, control-seeking fear that tells us we’re not ready. I’ve been feeling it deeply around launching a group coaching program, even though I know it’s needed.

I share how I moved through that fear - not by pushing it away, but by surrendering. I talk about how fear often masks old beliefs about not being enough, and how taking just one small step can create momentum.

Sometimes surrender is the bravest action we can take - and sometimes the action comes after we’ve truly let go.

If fear has been holding you back, this episode is your reminder: you’re not alone, and you don’t have to have it all figured out. Just take the next step.

Here are the highlights:

Struggles with Fear in Coaching (2:19)

Surrendering to a Higher Power (6:31)

The Role of Beliefs in Fear (9:39)

Taking Micro Actions for Forward Motion (11:04)

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I’m joined today by Angie, an incredible speaker, coach, and all-around powerhouse of emotional honesty. Angie’s journey with sobriety isn’t the whole story - but it’s a powerful part of how she reclaimed herself, her health, and her voice. 

In this conversation, she shares the moment she knew alcohol had to go, what it’s meant to stop numbing and start feeling, and how writing her book helped her heal even more deeply.

This is a story about waking up - not just from drinking, but into the woman you were always meant to be. 

If you’ve ever questioned your relationship with alcohol or wondered what freedom on the other side might look like, this one’s for you.

Here are the highlights:

Angie's Drinking Journey (2:20)

Turning Point and Decision to Quit (4:51)

Impact of Sobriety on Personal Life (10:33)

Spirituality and Healing Journey (13:45)

Challenges and Coping Mechanisms (48:04)

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www.AngieLickliter.com

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angie_lickliter/

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angielickliter/

Link to my Free Finding Her Journaling Guide: https://www.angielickliter.com/#findingherjournal

Link to our publisher, Landon Hail Press, if you're interested in writing a book: https://www.landonhailpress.com/

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This week, I’m joined by Sarah Levy - author of Drinking Games - whose writing truly helped me feel seen in my own early days of questioning my relationship with alcohol. 

In this conversation, Sarah shares her journey through blackout drinking, the culture that normalized it, and the powerful internal shift that led her to choose clarity over numbing. 

We talk about wellness culture, identity, early sobriety, and the space that opens up when you say no to alcohol and yes to yourself.

If you've ever wondered what life could look like on the other side of alcohol - or if you just love honest, reflective storytelling - this one's for you.

Here are the highlights:

Sarah's Early Drinking Experience (1:59)

Impact on Work Life and Social Culture (5:31)

The Last Drink and Decision to Get Sober (9:54)

Challenges and Support in Early Sobriety (14:37)

Emotional Sobriety and Personal Growth (18:48)

Spirituality and Faith in Sobriety (33:53)

Balancing Sobriety and Motherhood (45:02)

Sarah's links: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahllevy

Website: https://www.sarahllevy.com

Amazon: https://a.co/d/fcSBTeD 

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In this week’s episode, I sit down with the incredible Jessica Jeboult, founder of A Sober Girl’s Guide, to explore sobriety through a bold, honest, and refreshing lens. 

Jessica opens up about her own relationship with alcohol, emotional sobriety, and the pivotal moment she realized enough was enough - even if it wasn’t a traditional rock bottom.

We dive into emotional resilience, breaking generational cycles, and what it really means to take responsibility for your healing. Jessica shares the heart and mission behind her thriving online community, and how she’s helping thousands of women embrace sobriety with sparkle, humor, and serious inner work.

If you're sober curious, navigating early sobriety, or just craving real talk about personal growth - this one’s for you.

Here are the highlights:

Jessica's Personal Rock Bottom (1:59)

The Last Drink and Initial Sobriety (3:39)

Emotional Sobriety and Personal Growth (9:41)

Building a Sober Community (14:11)

Personal Transformation and Self-Worth (22:52)

Mocktails and Sober Treats (25:20)

Final Thoughts and Advice (31:31)

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In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Bo Green - sober confidence coach, storyteller, and all-or-nothing soul on a mission. 

Bo shares the raw and real story behind his decision to quit alcohol, weed, and more - all during a solo road trip that turned into a spiritual awakening. From panic attacks in Lake Tahoe to celibacy, fasting, and finding peace without substances, Bo walks us through how he reclaimed his power and rewrote his story.

We talk about reframing setbacks, breaking the confidence-alcohol connection, and how Bo now helps others tap into their truth without needing anything to numb or perform. 

This episode is full of courage, clarity, and those goosebump moments we all need to hear.

Here are the highlights:

Challenges and Support During Sobriety (1:50)

Impact of Alcohol on Social Interactions (2:03)

Building Confidence Without Alcohol (8:56)

Staying True to Your Values (21:42)

Spirituality and Sobriety (35:03)

Challenges of Maintaining Sobriety (39:48)

Reframing and Building New Beliefs (40:19)

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This week, I’m sitting down with Dr. Courtney Evans - divorce recovery coach, bestselling author, and now, one year sober. 

We’ll unpack the real journey behind emotional sobriety, navigating numbing habits, and choosing to rewrite your story before hitting rock bottom. 

Dr. Court opens up about her wake-up call, the health diagnoses that changed everything, and how sobriety reshaped her life, relationships, and sense of self. 

If you’ve ever felt like your outside life looked fine while you were quietly struggling inside, this episode is for you.

Here are the highlights:

Dr. Courtney's Struggle with Alcohol (1:58)

Awareness and Rationalization (4:59)

Impact on Personal Relationships (6:58)

The Moment of Change (9:27)

Reflecting on the Journey (14:09)

Writing "Uncaged" and Emotional Freedom (20:36)

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Setting Boundaries (28:29)

Spirituality and Higher Power (38:16)

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𝘚𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘜𝘯𝘤𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘥 & 𝘜𝘯𝘣𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘚𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘏𝘌𝘙𝘌

𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 Dr. Court!

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