The No More Wasted Days Podcast

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  Ep. 190: After Nearly a Year Sober, She Tried “Just One Drink” (The Ugly TRUTH About Moderation) 15.09.2026 43мин

  Chelsea Stueve is back on the podcast, and this conversation goes even deeper into what life can look like on the other side of drinking.Follow Chelsea on Instagram: @yogini.chelsCLICK HERE to register for Chelsea’s Wellness Unruled Retreat.   Join the PUSH to 100 Ready to try it for yourself? Enrollment for PUSH to 100 is open now. Use code PODCAST50 to save $50 on your enrollment. https://nomorewasteddays.co/push-to-100/   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial  
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  Ep. 189: What Happens When You Stop Drinking for 100 Days 08.09.2026 35мин

  What can change when you give yourself 100 alcohol-free days?In this episode, Sara talks with Leah, a former PUSH to 100 member, about going from daily drinking and constant fatigue to feeling more present, empowered, and free. Leah shares how she navigated vacations, holidays, cravings, and a partner who still drank, plus the unexpected ways her life began to open up without alcohol.Ready to see what 100 alcohol-free days could do for you? Join the PUSH to 100 waiting list for early enrollment and the discounted waitlist rate:  nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.   ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 188: What Really Happens When You Stop Drinking for 30 Days 01.09.2026 21мин

  Your first 30 days without alcohol might not look like the highlight reels you see on social media, and that doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong.In this episode, I’m breaking down five things nobody tells you about your first month alcohol-free, including why sleep and energy may take time to improve, how much of drinking is actually habit, why boredom and big emotions can show up, and how every alcohol-free experience helps build confidence.Plus, we’ll talk about why Day 30 doesn’t have to be the finish line. It might actually be where things start getting really interesting. Ready to see what 100 alcohol-free days could do for you? Join the PUSH to 100 waiting list for early enrollment and the discounted waitlist rate:  nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.   ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 187: The First 7 Days Without Alcohol: What to Expect 25.08.2026 21мин

  In this episode, I’m walking you through what to realistically expect during your first seven days alcohol-free, from cravings and sleep changes to that sneaky voice that starts negotiating with you after a few successful days.You’ll learn simple strategies to make that first week easier, how to handle your usual drinking window, and why you shouldn’t judge alcohol-free life based on how you feel on day three. Most importantly, you’ll start gathering evidence that you really can do this. 👉👉 Ready to see what 100 alcohol-free days could do for you? Join the PUSH to 100 waiting list for early enrollment and the discounted waitlist rate:  nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 186: How to Reset Your Drinking After Summer 18.08.2026 18мин

  If summer left you feeling like alcohol took up more space than you wanted, this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to wait until January to reset.We’re talking about using fall as a fresh start, setting a clear alcohol-free goal, focusing on what you’ll gain instead of what you’re giving up, and giving yourself permission to try alcohol-free life without deciding what “forever” looks like.Ready to see what 100 alcohol-free days could do for you? Join the PUSH to 100 waiting list for early enrollment and the discounted waitlist rate:  nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglistSupport the Podcast: If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.***************************************Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.podFollow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 185: Six Ways to Make Quitting Drinking Feel Easier 11.08.2026 29мин

  Quitting drinking doesn’t have to feel like deprivation.In this episode, Sara shares six simple strategies to help you feel more confident, supported, and joyful in your alcohol-free life. You’ll learn how to manage cravings without shame, strengthen your reason for quitting, navigate social situations with more confidence, tune out drinking culture, focus on what you’re gaining, and create real moments of joy without alcohol.Whether you’re just starting to question your drinking or you’re already on an alcohol-free journey, these strategies can help you build a life that feels bigger, not smaller, without alcohol.👉👉 Ready for more support? Join the waiting list for the next round of PUSH to 100, Sara’s 100-day alcohol-free challenge: nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglistSupport the Podcast: If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial  
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  Ep. 184: From Drinking Culture to a Life of Adventure with Christine Reed 04.08.2026 35мин

  In this episode, I’m joined by Christine Reed, author of Alone in Wonderland, for a conversation about sobriety, grief, independence, and the healing power of the outdoors.Christine shares how hiking the Appalachian Trail after losing her mother changed the direction of her life, why she decided alcohol was no longer serving her, and how becoming alcohol-free created space for a bigger and more intentional life. We also talk about solo adventure, van life, living with POTS, and what it means to trust your body while continuing to challenge yourself.🏕️🥾Follow Christine (www.ruggedoutdoorswoman.com) on Instagram @ruggedoutdoorswoman and Substack at Rugged Outdoors Woman, check out her podcast and book club, Outdoorsy Women, and pick up a copy of Alone in Wonderland.   👉👉 Looking for support on your alcohol-free journey? Try your first two weeks inside the Day Makers community for just $7. https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community/   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 183: Transfer Addiction Explained: What Happens After You Quit Drinking 28.07.2026 25мин

  When you quit drinking, you expect the hard part to be over, but sometimes, the brain finds a new outlet for the same addictive patterns. In this episode, Sara opens up about her personal experience with transfer addictions - how her addictive tendencies shifted from alcohol to food tracking, sugar, and weed, and what she learned about herself in the process.Through stories, science, and self-compassion, Sara breaks down: What transfer addiction (or cross-addiction) actually is Why our brains latch onto new sources of dopamine when we remove alcohol How dopamine depletion and reward substitution keep us chasing “the buzz” Why it’s normal to experience new compulsions in early sobriety and how to move through them 7 powerful ways to heal the void and rebuild balance in recovery You’ll also hear Sara share research-backed insights on dopamine regulation, neuroplasticity, and the incentive sensitization theory, explaining why we crave even when we no longer enjoy the thing we’re craving.Whether your new obsession is sugar, scrolling, or staying “in control,” this episode reminds you that awareness is the first step toward freedom. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey 01:16 Understanding Transfer Addictions 03:36 Promoting the 30-Day Alcohol-Free Challenge 04:43 Realizing Transfer Addictions 07:40 Defining Transfer Addiction 10:40 The Science Behind Addiction 20:27 Recognizing and Managing Transfer Addictions 22:06 Practical Tools for Overcoming Addictions 26:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   📚 Resources & Further Reading: Transfer Addictions, Dopamine, and Recovery National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) — Drugs, Brains, and Behavior: The Science of Addiction Volkow, N.D. et al. (2019). The Neuroscience of Drug Reward and Addiction. Annual Review of Psychology, 70, 373–397. Martinez, D. et al. (2005). Dopamine D2 Receptors in Addiction: Imaging Findings. JAMA Neurology, 62(4), 444–452. Koob, G.F. & Volkow, N.D. (2016). Neurobiology of Addiction: A Neurocircuitry Analysis. The Lancet Psychiatry, 3(8), 760–773. National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) — The Brain, Addiction, and Recovery Pettinati, H.M. et al. (2021). A Systematic Review of Addiction Substitution in Recovery: Clinical Lore or Empirically-Based? Harm Reduction Journal (2024). Exploring Cannabis Substitution After Substance Recovery. Robinson, T.E. & Berridge, K.C. (2008). The Incentive Sensitization Theory of Addiction: Some Current Issues. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B, 363(1507), 3137–3146. Avena, N.M. et al. (2008). Evidence for Sugar Addiction: Behavioral and Neurochemical Effects of Intermittent, Excessive Sugar Intake. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 32(1), 20–39. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. What Is Transfer Addiction? Psychology Today. From One Addiction to the Next PubMed Central (2018). Structural and Functional Brain Recovery After Abstinence from Substance Use. 🧘‍♀️Books to Read to Further Your Knowledge on this Topic Gabor Maté. In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction. Judson Brewer, MD, PhD. The Craving Mind. 💬 If this episode resonated with you: Leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It's one of the easiest ways to support the show!************************************************🌟 Want deeper support on your alcohol-free journey?Come join us inside the Day Makers Community — my private coaching space where you’ll find weekly group calls, book clubs, reflection prompts, and real connection with people who get it. Whether you’re just starting out or years into your sobriety, this is where you’ll find the tools, strategies, and support to keep moving forward. 👉 Learn more and join us here: https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community/ ************************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_w
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  Ep. 182: I Don’t Always Like Myself Sober 21.07.2026 23мин

  What happens when sobriety feels awkward, uncomfortable, or like more work than you expected? In this episode, I’m sharing the parts of being completely sober that I don’t always love, from making new friends without alcohol to setting harder boundaries, managing stress without checking out, and accepting that my house may be a little messier. I also explain why I’m still choosing sobriety every time. Because discomfort passes, but the clarity, self-trust, and freedom that come from facing life fully present are always worth it.  Need sober friends who truly understand? Try the Day Makers community for two weeks for just $7. https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community/ Resources and Links: Join the Day Makers CommunityLooking for alcohol-free support, weekly group coaching calls, and a private community of like-minded alcohol-free badasses? Come join us inside Day Makers. You can try your first two weeks for just $7. CLICK HERE to join. Sara’s Favorite Things: https://nomorewasteddays.co/favorites/   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 181: Beth Feraco on Sobriety, Fitness, and Breaking the Diet Cycle 14.07.2026 37мин

  In this episode, Sara sits down with Beth Feraco of Beth Feraco Fitness to talk about quitting drinking, rebuilding her identity, and creating a sustainable approach to fitness and weight loss. They discuss the connection between alcohol and disordered eating, why extreme diets fail, and how simple habits like sleep, walking, strength training, and consistent nutrition can change your life. Beth also shares why your health plan should fit your actual life, not the life of a fitness influencer, and how sobriety helped her stop wasting days and start building a life she truly loves. Follow Beth on Instagram and TikTok at @bethferacofitness or learn more about her coaching at bethferacofitness.com 👉👉 Looking for support on your alcohol-free journey? Try your first two weeks inside the Day Makers community for just $7. https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community/   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 180: From Chaos to Calm - Rediscovering Yourself After Alcohol 07.07.2026 39мин

  Sara sits down with her friend Chelsea Bohnstedt, a yoga instructor and certified sound healer, to talk about her powerful alcohol-free journey. At the time of recording, Chelsea is 562 days sober, but her path to get here was far from linear. Chelsea opens up about: Hitting rock bottom after repeated starts and stops, and how a medical crisis finally became her turning point. The kindling effect. A dangerous neurological response that makes withdrawal symptoms worse each time you quit and start drinking again. Finding recovery through SMART Recovery and Y12SR (Yoga for 12-Step Recovery) after struggling to connect with traditional AA. Healing anxiety, rediscovering peace, and embracing the beauty of a “boring life.” How yoga, meditation, and sound baths helped her reconnect with her body and spirit, and why spirituality doesn’t have to look “religious.” Sara and Chelsea also share stories from their time together at the Sober Tahoe Adventure Retreat and reflect on how sound healing and self-care practices can unlock powerful emotional healing. 🧘‍♀️ Key Takeaways Kindling is real. If you've started and stopped many times, it can make withdrawals more severe and even life-threatening. Always consult a doctor for support when quitting. Peace is the new thrill. Sobriety gives you back your time, energy, and clarity. Spirituality can be simple. Connection, mindfulness, and presence count just as much as prayer or religion. Self-care is rebellion. Taking care of yourself and living with intention isn’t boring, it’s revolutionary. 🔗 Resources Mentioned SMART Recovery Meetings Y12SR – Yoga for 12-Step Recovery Follow Chelsea on Instagram @yogini.chels CLICK HERE to Join Chelsea’s hybrid yoga classes online through her studio (link in show notes). 💖 Favorite Quote “Taking care of yourself is the most rebellious thing you can do. Especially as a woman.” – Chelsea Bohnstedt If you loved this episode, please rate and review the show! Your support helps the No More Wasted Days Podcast reach more people who are ready to live free, present, and fully alive.   ************************************************ 🌟 Want deeper support on your alcohol-free journey? Come join us inside the Day Makers Community — my private coaching space where you’ll find weekly group calls, book clubs, reflection prompts, and real connection with people who get it. Whether you’re just starting out or years into your sobriety, this is where you’ll find the tools, strategies, and support to keep moving forward. 👉 Learn more and join us here: https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community/ ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 179: The Truth About Being a Beachbody Coach: We Sold Fitness, Drank Alcohol, and Called It “Balance” 30.06.2026 35мин

  Ready for a real reset this summer? Join the Dry July Challenge, a 30-day alcohol-free challenge with daily support, coaching, mindset tools, and community. Stop white-knuckling, break the start-stop drinking cycle, and see how good you can feel without alcohol. Click the link to sign up today. www.nomorewasteddays.co/dryjuly In this episode, Sara talks with sober content creator and author Hadley Sorensen about quitting drinking, blackout drinking, moderation, mommy wine culture, and the pressure to make alcohol part of a “healthy” lifestyle. They also unpack their complicated pasts as Beachbody coaches, including the ways alcohol, fitness culture, and MLM-style marketing became intertwined. Hadley shares why she chose an alcohol-free life without identifying as an alcoholic, what socializing looks like now, and why none can be easier than trying to moderate. Follow Hadley on Instagram: @hadley_sorensenGet her book: The Dirty Truth on Social Drinking: Everything in Moderation and Other BS   Sara’s Favorite Things: https://nomorewasteddays.co/favorites/   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.   ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial  
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  Ep. 178: The One Mindset Shift That Finally Made Quitting Alcohol Easy 23.06.2026 26мин

  Let's stop wasting our summers to hangovers! Get early access to the Dry July challenge. --> https://nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglistSara discusses the mindset shift that helped her quit drinking effortlessly. She shares strategies from her personal journey, including writing daily affirmations, developing an unwavering commitment to sobriety, and adopting new identities.   00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:29 Early Days: Building Momentum 00:54 The Game Changer: 100 to 150 Days 01:09 Mindset Shift: Practical Steps 02:52 The Power of Affirmations 05:18 Deciding to Quit Forever 11:22 Identity and Willpower 12:52 Planning for Success 20:27 Creating a Support System 24:08 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   🎧 Mentioned in this episode: 10 Mantras for the Beginning of Your Alcohol Free Journey - CLICK HERE to download the 10 Mantras that Sara used at the beginning of her alcohol free journey. Dry July Challenge - CLICK HERE to get early access to the Dry July Challenge. 🧠 Sources & Further Reading If you want to dig deeper into what’s really happening in your body during a hangover — from dehydration to acetaldehyde toxicity — here are the research-based resources referenced in this episode: Patrick, V. M., & Hagtvedt, H. “I Don’t vs. I Can’t: When Empowered Refusal Motivates Goal-Directed Behavior,” Journal of Consumer Research, 2012. Pignatiello, G. A., et al. “Decision Fatigue: A Conceptual Analysis,” Nursing Outlook, 2018. Evans, D. R., et al. “The nature of self-regulatory fatigue and ‘ego depletion’,” Personality and Social Psychology Review, 2016. Cooke, R., et al. “The effect of forming implementation intentions on alcohol consumption,” Health Psychology Review, 2022; see also 2023 update. Malaguti, A., et al. “Effectiveness of implementation intentions on substance use,” 2020 review. Milyavskaya, M., et al. “Saying No to Temptation: Want-to Motivation Improves Self-Regulation,” Journal of Personality, 2015. Larimer, M. E., & Marlatt, G. A. “Relapse Prevention and the Abstinence Violation Effect,” overview. 💬 If this episode resonated with you: Leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It's one of the easiest ways to support the show!   ************************************************   🌟 Want deeper support on your alcohol-free journey? Come join us inside the Day Makers Community — my private coaching space where you’ll find weekly group calls, book clubs, reflection prompts, and real connection with people who get it. Whether you’re just starting out or years into your sobriety, this is where you’ll find the tools, strategies, and support to keep moving forward. 👉 Learn more and join us here: https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community/   ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 177: Coming Back After a Relapse w/ Laura Van Antwerp (aka: Your Sober Pal) 16.06.2026 39мин

  In this episode of the No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara sits down with Laura Van Antwerp, also known as Your Sober Pal, for an honest and funny conversation about moderation, relapse, and finding your way back after drinking again. Sara and Laura talk about why so many of us try so hard to moderate, the rules we create around drinking, and the moment when it becomes clear that moderation is taking more work than simply quitting. Laura also shares her experience with multiple day ones, what helped her keep going, and why relapse does not mean you have failed. They also talk about sober joy, sober retreats, backpacking adventures, and the power of finding people who remind you that alcohol-free life is not boring. It can actually be bigger, freer, and a lot more fun. In this episode, we talk about: Why moderation can feel like a full-time job The red flags that show alcohol may no longer be working for you What to do after a relapse Why “never give up” can be more powerful than “never drink again” Laura’s sober adventure retreats and backpacking trips The importance of connection and sober community   Follow Laura: You can find Laura on Instagram and TikTok at @yoursoberpal and learn more about her retreats, backpacking trips, scholarship program, and free monthly sober hangouts at www.yoursoberpal.com.   Resources and Links: Join the Day Makers CommunityLooking for alcohol-free support, weekly group coaching calls, and a private community of like-minded alcohol-free badasses? Come join us inside Day Makers. You can try your first two weeks for just $7. CLICK HERE to join. Sara’s Favorite Things: https://nomorewasteddays.co/favorites/   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 176: The One Habit Change That Makes Quitting Drinking Easier 09.06.2026 25мин

  In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara talks about how so much of her drinking was rooted in habit, and how learning to change those habits helped her build an alcohol-free life. Inspired by James Clear’s book Atomic Habits, this episode explores why quitting drinking is not just about one big decision. It is about creating small, repeatable systems that support the person you are becoming. Sara shares how daily gratitude, affirmations, new routines, and identity-based habits helped her move away from drinking and start seeing herself as someone who simply does not drink. She also breaks down James Clear’s four laws of behavior change and shows how to use them to build alcohol-free habits while making drinking less automatic, less appealing, and harder to return to. If you have ever felt stuck in the same drinking patterns, this episode will help you see that change does not have to happen overnight. Small choices, repeated consistently, can completely shift your life. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Why alcohol can feel more like a habit than an addiction for many people How small daily actions compound over time Why your systems matter more than willpower How to start seeing yourself as a non-drinker Simple habit swaps for the hardest craving windows How to use James Clear’s four laws of behavior change in your alcohol-free journey   Resources and Links: Join the Day Makers CommunityLooking for alcohol-free support, weekly group coaching calls, and a private community of like-minded alcohol-free badasses? Come join us inside Day Makers. You can try your first two weeks for just $7. CLICK HERE to join. Sara’s Favorite Things: https://nomorewasteddays.co/favorites/   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 175: The Sobriety Reset You Didn’t Know You Needed w/ Heather Pennell 02.06.2026 36мин

  Heather Pennell is back on the No More Wasted Days podcast, and this episode feels like catching up with an old friend. In this conversation, Sara and Heather talk about Heather’s five-year alcohol-free anniversary, what life has looked like since stepping away from the podcast, and how she has been rebuilding after a season of burnout, health challenges, major life disruptions, and emotional overwhelm. Heather shares what helped her begin to feel more regulated, including slowing down, creating calmer mornings, delaying phone use, supporting blood sugar, and increasing her window of tolerance. She also opens up about emotional sobriety, taking up space, letting go of “nice girl” conditioning, and learning how to live alcohol-free in a way that feels grounded, calm, and sustainable. This episode is a reminder that alcohol-free living is not just about removing alcohol. It is also about learning how to care for your nervous system, protect your energy, and build a life you no longer need to escape from.   Resources and Links: Join the Day Makers CommunityLooking for alcohol-free support, weekly group coaching calls, and a private community of like-minded alcohol-free badasses? Come join us inside Day Makers. You can try your first two weeks for just $7. CLICK HERE to join.   Work with Heather 1:1If Heather’s story and coaching style spoke to you, check out her one-on-one coaching options for deeper support on your alcohol-free or personal reset journey. CLICK HERE to work with Heather.   Join Heather’s Real Life ResetHeather’s Real Life Reset is a 40-day group coaching program designed to help you feel more like yourself again by focusing on sleep, mornings, food, anxiety, motivation, habits, and emotional regulation. The next round starts June 15th. CLICK HERE to join the Real Life Reset.   Connect with Heather:Instagram: @heatherpennellcoaching   Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey. ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 174: Sober Sex, Parenting, and Mom Wine Culture w/ Stefanie Wilder-Taylor & Casey McGuire Davidson 26.05.2026 53мин

  👉👉 Ready to take your first step toward an alcohol-free life? This is you last chance to save $20 off  the Reboot & Refresh: 30 Day Alcohol-Free Challenge with the code MAY20. Inside the challenge, you’ll get daily videos, daily emails, a printable workbook, and a mindset journal to help you build momentum and confidence in your alcohol-free journey.About this Episode: This week on the No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara sits down with two incredible women in the alcohol-free space: In this honest, funny, and deeply relatable conversation, they talk all about parenting sober, mom wine culture, getting sober after kids, and the reality of rebuilding your life without alcohol. They also dive into: Why motherhood and drinking became so intertwined The pressure of “mom wine culture” What changed after quitting drinking Talking to teenagers about alcohol Driving drunk shame and sober parenting wins Marriage after alcohol Sober intimacy and sober sex Why alcohol-free life gets better over time The fear of losing your personality after quitting drinking This episode is packed with honesty, humor, and so many moments that will make you feel less alone if you’re questioning your relationship with alcohol.Connect with Today’s Guests: Follow Casey McGuire Davidson: Instagram: @caseymdavidson Podcast: Hello Someday Podcast Follow Stefanie Wilder-Taylor: Instagram: @swildertaylor Podcast: The Drunkish Podcast   Ready to Start Your Alcohol-Free Journey? The $20 off anniversary sale for the Refresh & Reboot: 30 Day Alcohol-Free Challenge is ending soon. Use coupon code MAY20 to save $20 off your enrollment and join Sara for: Daily videos Daily emails Printable journal prompts A printable workbook Support and guidance through your first 30 alcohol-free days This challenge helped Sara become alcohol-free nearly 7 years ago, and it could be the thing that changes your life too. CLICK HERE to join today.   ✨ If this episode helped you, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it. ✨   ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 173: The Truth About Long-Term Sobriety Nobody Talks About 19.05.2026 27мин

  Ep. 173: The Truth About Long-Term Sobriety Nobody Talks About 🎉 May is my alcohol-free anniversary month, and to celebrate, you can save $20 on my self-led 30 Day Alcohol Free Challenge with coupon code MAY20. Details linked below.   Episode Summary:In this deeply personal episode, I’m reflecting on what I’ve learned after 7 years alcohol-free, including what changed dramatically, what surprised me most, and what still takes work. When I first quit drinking in 2019, I thought I was just taking a 30-day break to “prove” I didn’t have a problem. I never imagined that one decision would completely transform my confidence, relationships, identity, and the direction of my life. In this episode, I break down my journey in two phases: Years 1–3: rebuilding habits, learning to socialize alcohol-free, navigating cravings, and discovering who I was without alcohol Years 4–7: emotional sobriety, nervous system regulation, boundaries, authenticity, deeper healing, and eventually becoming fully sober after quitting weed too I also share:✨ Why decision fatigue around alcohol eventually disappears✨ What actually gets easier over time✨ The emotional work sobriety doesn’t magically fix✨ How anxiety changed after quitting substances✨ Why self-trust has become one of the greatest gifts of this journey✨ The difference between external transformation and internal transformation✨ What “true recovery” feels like for me now If you’re early in your alcohol-free journey, sober curious, or wondering whether long-term sobriety is worth it, this episode is for you. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with a friend or leave a review. Your support truly means the world to me. Links, Resources, and Sponsors:Join the 30 Day Challenge (don’t forget the coupon code MAY20):https://nomorewasteddays.co/30-day-challenge/ Athletic Brewing:https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.:https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   If this episode helped you, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it.   ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 172: The Truth About Being “Cali Sober” w/ Adriana Cavallo 12.05.2026 53мин

  Ready to take your first step toward an alcohol-free life? During the month of May, you can join the Reboot & Refresh: 30 Day Alcohol-Free Challenge for $20 off with the code MAY20. Inside the challenge, you’ll get daily videos, daily emails, a printable workbook, and a mindset journal to help you build momentum and confidence in your alcohol-free journey.   Episode Summary:In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara sits down with sobriety content creator Adriana Cavallo for a raw and honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and what happens when you stop numbing yourself with alcohol and weed. Adriana shares her story of developing severe alcohol addiction while working in the restaurant industry, being hospitalized for liver failure at 30 years old, and the long road that followed after trying to moderate, becoming “Cali sober,” and eventually realizing she needed to become fully substance-free. In this episode, we discuss: What it’s like trying to quit drinking while working in the restaurant industry Why “special occasion drinking” slowly pulled Adriana back into alcohol The hidden struggles of being “Cali sober” Why weed became another form of escapism How boredom and stillness can actually become peaceful in sobriety The importance of sober community and support Why recovery doesn’t have to look perfect or extreme How both Sara and Adriana learned to finally feel comfortable in their own skin This episode is honest, emotional, funny, and incredibly relatable for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol, weed, or escapism in general. You can follow Adriana on Instagram and TikTok at @theadgeofsobriety for more inspiration and support on your alcohol-free journey. Get through your next craving with this recording from Adriana - https://stan.store/TheAdgeofSobriety Links, Resources, and Sponsors: Adriana's "Sponsor in Your Pocket" recording:https://stan.store/TheAdgeofSobriety Join the 30 Day Challenge:https://nomorewasteddays.co/30-day-challenge/ Athletic Brewing:https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.:https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   If this episode helped you, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it.   ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
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  Ep. 171: Feel Bored After Quitting Drinking? Here’s Why (and How to Fix It) 05.05.2026 26мин

  I’m celebrating my 7 year alcohol free anniversary on May 13th, and you’re invited to celebrate with me. 👉 Join the Reboot & Refresh: 30 Day Alcohol Free Challenge Use code MAY10 to save 10% this month. Inside the challenge: • Daily videos + emails for guidance • Printable workbook + mindset journal • Self-paced, simple structure to get you through your first 30 days This is exactly how I started my journey, and it changed everything.   Episode Summary In this episode, I break down one of the biggest mindset shifts in early sobriety: Alcohol isn’t a reward, it’s a sedative dressed up as one. When you remove alcohol, it’s common to feel flat, bored, or restless. That doesn’t mean something is wrong. It means your brain is healing and recalibrating. I’ll walk you through how to rebuild your reward system so you can actually feel good again, without relying on alcohol.   What You’ll Learn Why alcohol trains your brain to associate it with relief, celebration, and relaxation Why early sobriety can feel “meh” (and why that’s a good sign) The difference between quick dopamine hits and real, lasting pleasure Simple, repeatable daily rewards that help retrain your brain How to shift from numbing out to actually enjoying your life   Build Your New Reward System Use this simple framework to start today: 1 Daily Reward – quick, grounding, repeatable 1 Weekly Reward – something fun and intentional 1 Future Reward – something to look forward to This is how you stop relying on alcohol and start creating a life you genuinely enjoy.   Key Reminder You’re not losing something when you quit drinking.You’re upgrading your entire reward system.   Links, Resources, and Sponsors:Join the 30 Day Challenge:https://nomorewasteddays.co/30-day-challenge/ Athletic Brewing:https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/athleticbrewing Upper Left Strength Co.:https://www.nomorewasteddays.co/upperleft   If this episode helped you, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it.   ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial