This episode is going to help you become aware of your automatic or unconscious decision making process.

Once you see HOW you are making decisions you can decide with more intention on the outcome you want to have versus just your automatic quick or knee jerk decisions.

This is a skill that you can use for any decision you are contemplating or to evaluate how you've make past decisions.

Changing your relationship with alcohol comes with a lot of decisions to make.

Please listen to this informative Part 1 Decision making episode to gain awareness so you can make the best possible decisions for you!

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In this episode, we dive into why trusting yourself can feel so hard—and how to rebuild that trust step by step.

You'll learn how to recognize the impact of broken self-trust, identify what’s been holding you back, and take actionable steps to reconnect with your trust.

Whether it’s sticking to your goals, following through on commitments, or just believing in your ability to make the right choices, this episode will give you practical tools and a fresh perspective to start trusting yourself again.

Trusting yourself goes beyond just sticking to your plan, tune in and know exactly where to focus on building that trust today!

You can still join Stop Over-drinking and Start Living through January 31st! 
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This episode is a must listen for everyone! 

It's normal to feel like giving up and throwing in the towel, it's a very human feeling. 

In this episode I discuss WHY we sometimes feel like giving up and how to recognize if you are in that place.

Such as:
Burnout and Overwhelm: When effort outweighs perceived results.
Self-Doubt: Believing you're not capable of success.
Lack of Immediate Results: The discomfort of delayed gratification.
Comparison Trap: Feeling behind because of others’ progress. 

I explain how to shift your perspective and mindset. 

I also cover how to process this feeling and tips to focus on small action items you can take to keep moving forward. 

Also, when you are in this place its really important to ask for help, get support, talk to a trusted friend or join a group. 

I'd love to hear how you used this podcast episode to help you instead of throwing in the towel!

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This episode describes tunnel vision.. that place where our minds might go when we want to drink.. the back and forth, the thinking how it might not count, or it wouldn't matter. The place where your desire to drink is high and it's all that your mind is focusing on.

I had a bit of tunnel vision during Thanksgiving when my husband was leading a Scotch tasting with his family.

Tune in and hear what this sounded like for me and how I recognized it and got out of it.

Also, there is nothing wrong with you if you experience tunnel vision, it's 100% normal, so don't make it mean anything, except that you are human!

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This is a bonus episode of a class I taught to help you ENJOY the holiday season and not over-drink.

This episode is best listened to with a pen and paper so you can do the exercises I taught in the class!

The episode will be available to listen to until December 15th!

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This episodes discusses the importance of doing the things that WORK to keep you drinking less or alcohol free.

A lot of times, we start to feel good and we let the practices that work slip away, and that is when things can get away from us.

I share a story of a small decision that helped me stay ahead of holiday stress, getting over-hungry and a cascade of events that can happen when we put our priorities and what is good for us last on the list.

Staying ahead of it is critical during busy and stressful times.

What is IT? It is feeling run-down, burnt out, overwhelmed, over-hungry, drained, or feeling thin. When we feel this way, we are susceptible to our old patterns of seeking comfort, ie ALCOHOL or food to comfort ourselves. And we know that relying on these things for comfort doesn't really work because we over-do it and then feel even worse.

So we have to stay AHEAD of it by taking care of ourselves, slowing down and prioritizing our well being.

You deserve to build in time for yourself to take good care of you no matter what is going on!

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Podcast rewind, this episode gives you permission to not feel obligated to do all the things around the holidays that you normally do 'just because it's family' or otherwise.

I discuss how you have free will and autonomy as an adult to decide if you do things or not.

You don't have to do anything you don't want to do.

And yes, some people won't like it and it's ok.

If you do decide to do it even though you don't like it, own that it was still your decision to make. You will feel more empowered and better about being there than telling yourself you have to suck it up because it's what's expected of you.

Learning how to start honoring yourself and doing things that are right for you is a process, take it slow, and watch how when you start honoring yourself, you feel better and will not need to escape with alcohol as much.

Also, I've re-opened my original Stop Over-drinking and Start Living 6-month coaching program!!!
Re-vamped, check it out here, www.angelamascenik.com/joinsodsl

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Have you heard the phrase 'we can't do it alone?'

Well, you are in for a special treat today because two of my amazing clients agreed to join me today on the podcast and discuss the value and importance of community.

I just held a short retreat for a lovely group of women whom I have been working together with for the past 5 months. We have connected, we shared hard stories, we celebrated each other, we coached, and we healed, it was truly a transformative experience and it all came together in person, here in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

On the podcast we discussed how it's easier to be vulnerable in a group of women who share the same struggles vs family or friends, the benefits of communities where you are all working towards similar goals, what letting go of perfection can do for you and so much more!

I'm so thankful for Deborah and Julie's willingness to come on the podcast today, I hope you find this episode moving and encouraging to join a group or community to get the help you deserve!

Here is the link to sign up for the How to Enjoy the Holidays Without Over-drinking class https://www.angelamascenik.com/holidays

Make sure you sign up for the class so you can hear the details of the new Stop Over-drinking and Start Living program that will be open for early-bird enrollment next week!!!

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Hi friends, in the wake of our latest political news I thought it might be good to remember what we can and can't control.

And you can apply what I am teaching here to any unexpected event or un-desired outcome in your life.

Tune in and listen to me explain:

1) Whatever you are feeling is OK

2) Decide how you want to show up for yourself today, regardless of how you feel

3) Remember NO ONE can dictate what you think/feel

4) Focus on the obstacle that is real and in front of you today and we will take it one day at a time

5) Nature is a good role model, go outside and let it show you

Also, let other people have their feelings.. you and your feelings are ok and so are theirs!

xo,

Angela

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Feeling unmotivated, annoyed, tired and not like 'doing it?'

Well, add this podcast episode to your queue and give it a listen.

Learning how to over-ride the feeling of 'not wanting to' is critical for ANY change you want to make.

Not feeling like it is as normal as it gets.

But if you are constantly giving into that feeling and not doing the thing... you won't be making much progress towards your goals.

And the truth is YOU CAN still do things even when you don't feel like it and it's really actually not that hard.

Tune in and listen to the 3 steps you can take to get your AS* into action even when you don't feel like it!

Here are the 3 steps:

Repeat as needed!

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