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  • Episode 42: Navigating Relationships in Sobriety

    Keywords
    sober relationships, emotional gaps, communication, boundaries, hard conversations, self-awareness, personal growth, agency, alcohol-free fun, relationship dynamics

    Summary
    In this episode of The Zero Proof Life Podcast, host Brandi discusses the complexities of navigating relationships while quitting or abstaining from alcohol. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing emotional gaps that alcohol may have filled, taking responsibility for one's happiness, and the necessity of open communication in relationships. Brandi also highlights the significance of hard conversations, setting boundaries, and the role of fun in maintaining healthy connections. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on their relationships and consider actionable steps for improvement.


    Chapters

    00:00 Navigating Relationships in Sobriety

    02:51 Understanding Emotional Gaps and Responsibilities

    06:04 Communicating Needs and Boundaries

    12:09 The Importance of Hard Conversations

    17:01 Reclaiming Joy and Fun in Relationships

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    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

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    18 min
  • Episode 41: The Voice in Your Head

    What to Do With the Voice in Your Head

    Becca Snider explores the inner voice that shows up around alcohol freedom, especially during weddings, holidays, and other social situations. She breaks down the different “voices” that can push you toward drinking, and shows how to notice them, question them, and choose something more aligned with your goals. This episode is especially useful for anyone moving through early sobriety, sober October, or a first alcohol-free holiday season. Becca also reframes cravings as signals for something else, like rest, connection, relief, or transition.

    Key topics

    • In this episode, Becca revisits a listener question about two connected challenges: navigating a social wedding without alcohol and dealing with the voice in your head.
    • She explains that the loudest voice is often not truth, but an old thought loop built from habit, memory, and past evidence.
    • She names several common inner voices, including: 
      • “You deserve it” after a hard day
      • “One won’t hurt”
      • “You’ll be more fun if you drink”
      • “Start fresh on Monday”
      • “It wasn’t that bad”
      • “You can handle it now”
    • Becca shares how she distinguishes between her “bitch voice” and her “boss voice,” using the contrast to recognize which thoughts are helpful and which are self-sabotaging.
    • She says the quietest voice is often the most important one - the voice of reason or higher self that remembers your goals before the noise starts.
    • She uses practical imagery like open apps and too many browser tabs to describe how mental loops stay active in the background.
    • Becca reframes cravings as unmet needs rather than alcohol cravings alone - often stress relief, transition after work or caregiving, reward, rest, or connection.
    • She emphasizes that alcohol can create a false sense of fun, relief, or comfort, but often ends up numbing both the hard feelings and the good ones.
    • She encourages listeners to build new evidence through new behaviors, so the brain can form new neural pathways around alcohol-free choices.
    • She suggests delaying the urge for 15 to 30 minutes, then asking what the real need is - hydration, food, movement, calm, or community.

    Timestamps

    (00:00) Listener questions: weddings without alcohol and the voice in your head
     (01:00) Why the “committee” in your head gets louder in early alcohol freedom
     (02:54) The first step is asking who is actually talking
     (03:55) Common alcohol thoughts: “one won’t hurt,” “you’ll be more fun,” and shame after drinking
     (05:19) The “you deserve it” voice and why it minimizes the consequences
     (06:14) “Start fresh on Monday” and borrowing tomorrow’s success
     (07:09) “It wasn’t that bad” and other false reassurances
     (08:06) Becca’s “bitch voice” versus “boss voice” framework
     (09:30) How new evidence changes old thought loops
     (10:27) Feeling “not as fun” without alcohol and what her husband told her
     (11:48) “Who says that’s the truth?” - the question that changes everything
     (12:18) Reframing reward after a social event
     (14:12) What cravings are really asking for: stress relief, transition, rest, or connection
     (15:35) Why the voice gets louder during sober October and early changes
     (16:23) New neuro pathways and replacing alcohol with different behaviors
     (17:52) Naming the voice and spotting its tactics
     (18:45) Delaying the craving long enough for inspiration to return
     (19:13) Checking the real need: water, protein, calm, or a nervous system reset
     (20:10) Why the craving is a reflex, not capital-T truth
     (21:07) Alcohol can’t keep its promises forever
     (22:03) Alcohol numbs the bad and the good
     (22:32) Closing reminder: you are worthy, enough, and worth it

    Notable quotes

    “Who says that that is the truth?”

    “We have convinced ourselves that that voice is correct because we’ve gathered that evidence.”

    “You are more than the sum of the voices that are trying to convince you to drink alcohol.”




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    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

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    24 min
  • Episode 40: Alcohol, Aging, and the Woman You're Becoming

    Summary: 
    What if aging wasn’t something we needed to fight, fix, or fear?

    In this episode of The Zero Proof Life Podcast, Carolyn takes a different look at aging—especially for women in midlife and beyond. This isn’t about chasing youth or trying to turn back the clock. It’s about embracing the wisdom, confidence, freedom, and perspective that can come with getting older while becoming more intentional about the things that may be working against our health along the way.

    And one of those things may be alcohol.

    As our bodies change with age, so does the way we respond to alcohol. Carolyn explores why alcohol can begin to hit differently as we get older, from changes in body composition and hydration to sleep, skin, muscle, balance, brain health, and overall well-being.

    The conversation also gets into something much bigger than appearance. While it’s fair to wonder, Could alcohol be making me look older?, healthy aging is about far more than our skin. Preserving muscle, strength, mobility, sleep, cognitive health, and independence matters deeply as we move through midlife and into the decades ahead.

    Carolyn also challenges some of the cultural messages women receive about aging. We’re often encouraged to resist every wrinkle and sign of getting older while simultaneously being sold alcohol as a reward, a stress reliever, a way to socialize, or even part of “self-care.” Maybe it’s worth getting curious about that contradiction.

    This episode isn’t about fearing age or alcohol. It’s an invitation to become more conscious about what we want the next chapter of our lives to feel like—and whether our current habits are helping us get there.

    Because aging isn't only a story about what we lose.

    It can also be a story about what we gain and who we are becoming

    Keywords: 
    aging, alcohol, health, women, wellness, skin, sleep, muscle, brain, aging gracefully

    Key Topics:  

    Impact of alcohol on aging

    Changes in women's bodies with age

    The importance of muscle and strength

    Sleep and hydration in aging

    Mental clarity and brain health

    Reframing aging as a story of becoming

    Takeaways:  

    • Alcohol becomes more concentrated in the body with age, affecting balance and coordination.
    • Women generally have less body water, making alcohol's effects more pronounced.
    • Alcohol can contribute to premature skin aging and dehydration.
    • Prioritizing muscle building is more important than chasing youthful skin.
    • Healthy aging involves embracing change and focusing on strength and well-being.

    Sound Bites

    • "Could alcohol be making me look and feel older?"
    • "Healthy aging is about health span, not just lifespan."
    • "Aging is a story of becoming, not just loss."

    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction: Aging is Not a Problem to Solve

    01:54
    The Impact of Menopause and Body Changes

    03:47
    Does Alcohol Make You Look Older?

    06:10
    Sleep, Rest, and Alcohol

    08:07
    Muscle, Strength, and Independence

    10:09
    Health Risks and Cancer Concerns

    12:02
    The Cultural Messages About Aging and Alcohol

    14:00
    Gains of Aging: Wisdom, Confidence, and Perspective

    15:55
    Making Conscious Choices About Alcohol

    17:58
    Final Thoughts: Aging with Intention and Curiosity

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    • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)  
    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

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    16 min
  • Episode 39: The Hidden Ways Alcohol Impacts the Immune System

    Keywords

    alcohol, immune system, gut health, respiratory health, recovery, health awareness, wellness, flu season, alcohol effects, health podcast

    Summary

    In this episode of the Zero Proof Life Podcast, Brandi Babb discusses the significant impact of alcohol on the immune system, particularly as we enter flu season. She highlights how alcohol affects various bodily systems, including the gastrointestinal and respiratory systems, and emphasizes the importance of understanding these effects to maintain health and wellness. Brandi shares her personal journey of quitting alcohol and how it has positively influenced her immune response and overall health.

    Takeaways

    Alcohol impacts the immune system in various ways.
    It disrupts the gut microbiome, affecting overall health.
    Alcohol weakens barriers in the body, making us more susceptible to illness.
    The respiratory system is negatively impacted by alcohol consumption.
    Alcohol can impair recovery from physical trauma and illness.
    Maintaining a healthy lifestyle supports immune function.
    Quitting alcohol can lead to fewer illnesses over time.
    Awareness of alcohol's effects is crucial for health.
    Good nutrition and hydration strengthen the immune system.
    Personal experiences highlight the importance of health choices.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Alcohol and Immune System

    00:47 Understanding Alcohol's Impact on Gut Health

    04:06 Alcohol's Effects on the Respiratory System

    05:53 The Broader Implications of Alcohol on Recovery and Immunity




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    • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)  
    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

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    8 min
  • Episode 38: Your Identity with Alcohol

    Summary
    Rebecca Snider explores the complex relationship between identity and alcohol, emphasizing how understanding and shifting our self-perception can lead to healthier habits. She shares personal insights and practical strategies for those questioning their alcohol use and seeking lasting change.

    Keywords
    alcohol, identity, behavior change, habits, self-awareness, Atomic Habits, mindset, personal growth, sobriety, self-compassion

    Key  topics
    The role of identity in alcohol use
    How behaviors vote for our self-perception
    The importance of systems and habits in change
    Reframing negative self-talk into learning opportunities
    The significance of curiosity, compassion, and intention in change

    Sound bites
    "Every action is a vote for who you believe you are"
    "Change is removing an old identity and creating new systems"
    "Be curious enough to ask, compassionate enough to stay, and intentional enough to change"


    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction: Questioning Your Relationship with Alcohol
    01:58 James Clear's Atomic Habits and Identity
    02:54 Shifting from Drinking to Not Drinking
    03:51 Behaviors as Votes for Identity
    05:13 The Gap Between Knowing and Being
    06:08 Exploring Social Identity and Beliefs
    07:08 Creating Systems to Support Change
    08:04 The Role of Systems and Habits in Behavior Change
    09:00 Moving from Outcome to Identity Focus
    09:58 Reframing Negative Self-Talk
    10:50 The Power of Self-Compassion and Curiosity
    11:45 Gathering Data and Being Intentional
    13:07 Visualizing the Future Self
    14:06 The Process of Lasting Change
    15:05 Asking the Right Questions
    15:59 The Impact of Alcohol as a Friend
    16:55 Change Happens in a Moment
    17:49 Using Curiosity, Compassion, and Intention
    18:47 Applying These Principles Beyond Alcohol
    19:46 Final Thoughts and Community Invitation

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    • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)  
    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

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    22 min
  • Episode 37: A Question for our Listeners

    Embracing a 30-Day Alcohol-Free Journey with The Zero Proof Life

    Discover why taking a supported, intentional 30-day break from alcohol can be transformative for women. This episode explores the science behind alcohol's effects on women, the healing potential of abstinence, and the empowering community that helps women reconnect with themselves. Whether you're curious about reducing alcohol or seeking deeper self-awareness, this episode offers insights and encouragement.

    Key Topics

    • The importance of a supported 30-day alcohol-free challenge for women
    • How alcohol impacts women's bodies differently, especially during menopause
    • The brain's neuroplasticity and how habits around alcohol can change
    • Physical and mental health benefits experienced within just 30 days
    • Emotional and spiritual transformations from a month without alcohol
    • The role of community and education in achieving lasting change
    • Common triggers and how understanding them can help in reducing alcohol consumption
    • Celebrating the "gains" of sobriety like confidence, peace, and deeper relationships
    • The significance of curiosity and self-compassion over perfection

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Why every woman deserves a 30-day supportive alcohol-free experience
     00:40 - The purpose and power behind the Zero Proof Life 30-day challenge
     01:11 - How alcohol affects the body’s healing process
     02:08 - Key physical changes women can notice in 30 days, like sleep and mood improvements
     02:38 - Unique ways women process alcohol differently, especially during menopause
     03:08 - The science of alcohol’s impact on women’s brains and hormones
     04:08 - Neuroplasticity and how habits around alcohol can be rewired
     05:07 - The mental freedom from reducing alcohol and what it really feels like
     05:39 - Life enhancements women experience after 30 days of sobriety
     06:09 - Rebuilding trust and listening to internal intuition
     06:39 - The power of connection and community in lasting change
     07:09 - What the challenge includes: education, reflection, community support
     07:44 - Redefining what gains are possible when stepping away from alcohol
     08:14 - Self-discovery through a 30-day break and learning healthier stress relief tactics
     08:45 - Encouragement to approach sobriety with curiosity, not perfection
     09:20 - Join upcoming challenges and start your own journey of discovery
     09:50 - Closing thoughts: Are you ready to explore what 30 days can reveal?

    Join us for the Zero Proof Life 30-Day Alcohol Free Challenge in September:  https://www.thezeroprooflife.com/pages/challenge

    Resources & Links:

    • TheZeroProoflife.com - Find out about upcoming challenges and coaching programs
    • Deep Learning About Neuroplasticity - Learn how habits change in the brain

    Connect with Carolyn Bennett:

    • Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/carolyn.sober.sacred.roots/
    • Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/CarolynBennett2.0/
    • Website:  https://www.sipsofserenity.com/

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    • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)  
    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

    If this conversation resonated with you, please follow the show and leave a review so more people can discover The Zero Proof Life. These conversations are for informational purposes only and not medical or mental health advice.

    11 min
  • Episode 36: Navigating Social Events Alcohol-Free

    Summary
    In this episode of the Zero Proof Life Podcast, Brandi Babb discusses the challenges and opportunities of navigating social events during the summer while being alcohol-free. She shares personal experiences and insights from her coaching practice, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's motivations for attending events, visualizing success, and employing practical tools to manage cravings. Brandi encourages listeners to embrace new experiences without alcohol and highlights the value of community support in this journey.

    Takeaways
    Being alcohol-free in social situations can be challenging but rewarding.
    Understanding your motivations for attending events is crucial.
    Visualizing your experience can help reduce anxiety.
    Cravings are temporary and can be managed effectively.
    It's important to have tangible tools ready for social events.
    You are not alone; many people choose not to drink.
    Finding commonality with others can ease social pressure.
    The experience is more important than the beverage in your hand.
    Don't shy away from unfamiliar experiences; practice makes perfect.
    Community support is vital in the journey to living alcohol-free.

    Chapters

    00:00 Navigating Summer Social Events Alcohol-Free

    03:11 Understanding Your Motivations for Attending Events

    06:03 Visualizing Success in Alcohol-Free Experiences

    08:50 Practical Tools for Managing Cravings

    12:04 Building Confidence in Social Settings

    14:54 Embracing New Experiences Without Alcohol

    18:01 Finding Support and Community in Your Journey

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    • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)  
    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

    If this conversation resonated with you, please follow the show and leave a review so more people can discover The Zero Proof Life. These conversations are for informational purposes only and not medical or mental health advice.

    22 min
  • Episode 35: Celebrating the Wins

    Summary:

    In this episode, Coach Becca emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins on the journey to alcohol-free living and personal development. She shares practical ways to recognize and honor progress, building confidence and momentum along the way.

    Key topics:

    • The importance of celebrating wins in sobriety and personal growth
    • How small wins contribute to confidence and momentum
    • Practical ways to celebrate milestones and achievements
    • The role of positive reinforcement in rewiring the brain
    • Overcoming the victim mindset through celebration
    • The significance of self-worth and self-love in recovery

    Takeaways

    • Celebrating wins helps build confidence and momentum.
    • Small wins add up to big changes over time.
    • Recognizing and celebrating progress prevents victim mindset.
    • Every win, big or small, is worth celebrating.
    • Self-worth is reinforced through acknowledgment of achievements.

    Sound Bites

    • "Small wins stacked will help us recognize bigger pictures."
    • "Getting through a craving is a huge win."
    • "You are enough simply because you are."

    Chapters

    00:00 The Importance of Celebrating Wins

    10:47 Recognizing and Celebrating Small Wins

    14:06 Building Confidence Through Celebration

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    • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)  
    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

    If this conversation resonated with you, please follow the show and leave a review so more people can discover The Zero Proof Life. These conversations are for informational purposes only and not medical or mental health advice.

    17 min
  • Episode 34: Alcohol-Free But Still Having Hard Days? Tiny Shifts That Change Everything
    Summary:  

    You quit drinking, so why don't you feel amazing every single day?

    If you've ever wondered why you're still having hard days, low-motivation days, anxious days, or emotional days—even after removing alcohol—you are not doing sobriety wrong.

    The truth is that becoming alcohol-free doesn't exempt us from being human. We still experience stress, grief, loneliness, hormonal shifts, overwhelm, and seasons of low energy. The difference is that we no longer have to numb our way through them.

    In this episode, Coach Carolyn shares the gentle "microshifts" that have become anchors in her own alcohol-free life and the daily practices that help support her nervous system, raise her vibration, and keep her connected to herself, her faith, and what matters most.

    If you've been feeling discouraged because sobriety isn't all sunshine and roses right now, this episode is your reminder that hard days happen—and that tiny acts of self-care can make all the difference.

    In This Episode, We Discuss:

    ✨ Why alcohol-free life doesn't guarantee constant happiness

    ✨ The difference between emotional sobriety and simply not drinking

    ✨ Why hard days are often nervous system days

    ✨ How alcohol promises relief but often postpones healing

    ✨ The power of asking, "What do I need right now?"

    ✨ Tiny practices that help us care for ourselves instead of abandoning ourselves

    Carolyn's Favorite Microshifts:

    ☀️ Morning sunlight in your eyes to support mood and circadian rhythm

    💧 Hydrating first thing in the morning with warm lemon water

    🚶‍♀️ Gentle movement and exercise

    📝 Gratitude journaling focused on the last 24 hours

    📖 Devotional reading and connecting with God

    🙏 Prayer and meditation

    ❤️ Tapping (EFT) for stress and overwhelm

    🧘‍♀️ Yoga and breathwork

    🐦 Spending time in nature and listening to birdsong

    A Few Reminders from This Episode:

    • Feelings are not emergencies.
    • You don't need to feel amazing every day to be healing.
    • Hard days don't mean you're failing.
    • Tiny shifts create meaningful change.
    • Peace isn't the absence of hard feelings—it's learning to walk through them differently.

    Favorite Quote from This Episode:

    "I don't need to feel amazing today. I simply need to care for myself well enough that I don't abandon myself today."

    Connect With Us:

    Instagram: @thezeroprooflife

    Instagram: @carolyn.sober.sacred.roots/

    Website: https://www.thezeroprooflife.com/

    If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend, leave a review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    Remember, friend:

    Step into the sunlight.
    Drink the water.
    Listen to the birds.
    Say the prayer.

    Tiny shifts may seem small…until they change everything.


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    • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)  
    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

    If this conversation resonated with you, please follow the show and leave a review so more people can discover The Zero Proof Life. These conversations are for informational purposes only and not medical or mental health advice.

    17 min
  • Episode 33: Grief With and Without Alcohol

    Summary
    Brandi Babb shares her personal journey through grief, exploring how alcohol impacts the grieving process and the importance of authentic emotional processing. This episode offers insights into healing, the role of sobriety, and how to navigate loss with presence and compassion.


    Keywords
    grief, sobriety, emotional processing, loss, alcohol, healing, mental health, personal growth


     Key  Topics
    The role of alcohol in managing grief
    Recognizing and processing emotions
    The importance of presence and witnessing in grief
    Differences in grieving with and without alcohol
    Healing and growth through emotional awareness


    Takeaways
    Alcohol temporarily numbs pain but hinders emotional processing
    True healing involves recognizing and allowing emotions to move through us
    Sobriety creates space for genuine grief and growth
    Walking into darkness is necessary to find the light of healing
    Being fully present in grief expands the capacity for love and joy


    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Personal Context of Grief
    00:33 Experiencing Grief with and without Alcohol
    01:33 The Need for Witnessing Grief
    02:02 Continuing to Repair in Grief
    02:32 Alcohol as a Management Tool in Grief
    03:27 The Impact of Alcohol on Emotional Processing
    04:22 Expanding Capacity for Emotions Through Grief
    05:41 Recognizing and Moving Emotions in the Body
    06:32 The Shift After Quitting Drinking
    07:15 The Dangers of Drinking Through Grief
    08:10 Walking into Darkness to Find Light
    09:27 Societal Pressures to Rush Through Grief
    10:47 Examples of Grief Management in Media and Memoirs
    11:46 Different Experiences in Grief Groups
    13:06 How Sobriety Enhances Grief Processing
    14:24 Working with Therapists and Somatic Work
    15:42 Finding Joy and Awe in Grief
    16:38 Enlarging the Soul Through Sorrow
    17:06 Living Fully by Embracing Pain and Love

    Resources

    The Zero Proof Life Podcast - https://zeroprooflife.com
    A Grace Disguised by: Jerry Sittser https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Disguised-Soul-Grows-through/dp/0310258952


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    Follow the coaches:

    • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)  
    • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/) 
    • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/) 

    If this conversation resonated with you, please follow the show and leave a review so more people can discover The Zero Proof Life. These conversations are for informational purposes only and not medical or mental health advice.

    16 min

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