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What if eating more could actually help you feel better, weigh less, and ditch the drink for good?

In this powerful episode of Sober & Lit, Susan and Ruby sit down with Dr. Ginny Treeweller—a psychologist, certified health coach, and author of Slender for Good After 50—to unpack the radical idea that you don’t need restriction, calorie counting, or alcohol to feel lit, vibrant, and free.

Ginny gets real about her own midlife transformation: facing down chronic pain, prediabetes, emotional eating, and nightly drinking—and the four mindset and nutrition shifts that helped her reclaim her health without ever going on another diet. Together, we dive into how alcohol and food often share the same emotional roots, why “less is more” is a myth, and how to break the cycle of overdrinking and undereating once and for all.

If you’ve ever said “I’ll start Monday,” wrestled with weight or wine, or felt like you were too old to change, this episode is your permission slip to nourish, rebel, and rise.

Tune in and discover how food freedom and alcohol freedom go hand-in-hand—especially after 50.

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It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

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What if your story—the one you’re scared to tell—is the very thing that could set you free?

In this powerful episode of Sober & Lit, Ruby and Susan sit down with Ann Dowsett Johnston, bestselling author of Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol, whose work cracked open the cultural myths around "mommy wine culture," female high-functioning drinking, and the billion-dollar marketing machine targeting women. With raw honesty and journalistic fire, Ann shares her personal unraveling—and what it took to rebuild a life rooted in purpose, recovery, and reinvention.

We ask her the big questions:
👉 Why are women drinking more than ever before—and why aren’t we talking about it?
👉 What happens when you finally tell the truth about your relationship with alcohol?
👉 How does writing your recovery help rewrite your life?

From grief and burnout to creativity and long-term sobriety, this episode is a masterclass in vulnerability, wisdom, and hope. Whether you’re sober curious, navigating gray area drinking, or a seasoned quit lit lover—this conversation will stay with you.

“It wasn’t rock bottom—it was realizing I was slowly losing myself. Alcohol was the velvet hammer. And I finally said… enough.” -Ann Dowsett Johnston

🎧 Hit play and discover why your story matters—and why it's never too late to change the ending.
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Ann's Website:
https://www.anndowsettjohnston.com/

Ann's Writing Your Recovery Course (The Fall cohort starts Sept. 17, 2025)
https://www.anndowsettjohnston.com/workshops

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What if your “wake-up call” didn’t have to be a disaster?

In this powerful episode of the Sober & Lit Podcast, Coaches Ruby and Susan shatter the outdated belief that you need to hit rock bottom to reevaluate your relationship with alcohol.

Do you really have to lose everything to want more for yourself?
What if feeling meh is enough of a reason to start feeling lit?

With raw honesty and hard-earned wisdom, they unpack the real reasons high-functioning women stay stuck, how alcohol is quietly stealing your energy, and why questioning your drinking doesn’t make you broken—it makes you brave.

They dive into:

• The myth of the “alcoholic” label
• Stress, social pressure, and the spiral of numbing
• The quiet power of taking a break
• How to spot the “glimmers” that guide your healing

Ready to explore freedom without hitting a wall? Tune in now—and find out why you’re allowed to want better, even if things aren’t “that bad.”

Plus: get the details on the Feel It 21 reset and how you can join Ruby and Susan for a powerful September start.
No shame. No labels. No rock bottom required.

Join Feel Lit 21 Live This is a 21-Day Alcohol Reset program starting September 1, 2025 with weekly group coaching with Coach Ruby and Coach Susan.

Join us for Sober September --- make this your month to finally break the cycle!
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What if the key to lasting change isn’t more willpower… but less attachment to your thoughts?

In this episode of Sober & Lit, we sit down with the brilliant Scott Pinyard—former Head Coach at This Naked Mind—to explore the surprising role mindset, story, and consciousness play in alcohol freedom and beyond.

Scott shares the pivotal shift that helped him break free from alcohol, how emotional awareness rewires our patterns, and why true transformation often starts with one simple question: What am I thinking?

We go deep into:

• Why mindset beats motivation every time
• The science (and woo) of consciousness
• How your stories might be silently running your life
• What music, banjo, and bass have to do with healing

Whether you're reevaluating your relationship with alcohol, navigating co-parenting, or just craving a deeper connection to yourself—this episode will open your mind and light up your path. Ready to shift your story?
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To reach Scott Pinyard: scottpinyard.com
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Join Feel Lit 21 Live This is a 21-Day Alcohol Reset program starting September 1, 2025 with weekly group coaching with Coach Ruby and Coach Susan.

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It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

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Welcome to the Sober & Lit Podcast—where living alcohol-free gets to be bold, empowered, and dare we say… fun.

In this episode, Susan and Ruby ask the question so many of us avoid: Is there ever a “right” time to change your relationship with alcohol?
Spoiler: That time might just be now.

As the air shifts and September energy rolls in, they're breaking down why this season is prime time to start fresh—no rock bottom required. Think: new routines, back-to-school vibes, and momentum that’s practically begging you to start something instead of quit something.

You’ll hear about:

• The sneaky trap of “I’ll stop tomorrow” thinking
• How the Groundhog Day cycle of drinking keeps us stuck
• Real stories of transformation after just 30 days alcohol-free
• Why curiosity is the new willpower
• And how a simple self-hug (yes, really!) can calm your nervous system better than wine ever could

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to explore sober curiosity or take a break from drinking—this is it.

Tune in, grab your favorite AF drink, and let’s light up your September with possibility.

Plus, we’ll tell you how to join our live Feel Lit 21 Live program for Sober September.

Join Feel Lit 21 Live This is a 21-Day Alcohol Reset program starting September 1, 2025 with weekly group coaching with Coach Ruby and Coach Susan.

Join us for Sober September --- make this your month to finally break the cycle!
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It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

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Welcome back to the Sober & Lit Podcast! In this episode, Ruby and Susan sit down with guest Lauren O’Hanlon—better known as Coach Lo—a certified life coach, former bartender, and ex-mommy-wine-culture enthusiast.

Lauren opens up about her personal journey from hiding her drinking behind closed doors to creating a life of clarity, confidence, and genuine connection. Together, they dig into the realities of mommy wine culture, why alcohol became such a normalized coping tool for mothers, and how tolerance and secrecy can creep in without us noticing. Lauren shares the vulnerable moments in her marriage and social life that prompted her to get curious (instead of judgmental) about her relationship with alcohol, and how that curiosity ultimately transformed everything.

Plus, the trio discusses the power of a supportive community, embracing imperfection, and finding new ways to “feel lit” and fulfilled—alcohol free. Grab your favorite AF beverage and join us for an inspiring and honest conversation about making alcohol small and living life big!

Connect with Lauren O’Hanlon:

• Website: coachlaurenohanlon.com
• Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @coachlaurenohanlon

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It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

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What if “sober” wasn’t a label to hide—but a vibe to celebrate?
In this bold new chapter of the podcast, your hosts Susan Larkin and Ruby Williams unveil the rebrand from Feel Lit Alcohol Free to Sober and Lit—and the deeper why behind the name change. Is the word sober finally being reclaimed? What happens when you stop whispering your alcohol-free life and start owning it, proudly and publicly?

Ruby and Susan get real about the evolution of their own sober identities, unpack the tension between terms like “alcohol-free,” “recovery,” and “sober,” and explore how Gen Z, wellness culture, and sober celebrities are reshaping the conversation. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the language—or wondered if choosing not to drink can actually make you feel cool, clear, and confident—this episode is for you.

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It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

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Are you feeding your freedom… or fueling your cravings?
Welcome back to the Sober and Lit Podcast! Today, we’re getting real about something most sobriety conversations skip: how what you eat can change how you drink.
Dr. Brooke Scheller—clinical nutritionist, founder of Functional Sobriety, and author of How to Eat to Change How You Drink—joins us for a fascinating, eye-opening conversation. She shares how nutrition helped her break free from her own drinking patterns, and how you can use food, supplements, and gut-healing strategies to support your alcohol-free journey.

Can protein reduce cravings? Why does gut health matter in sobriety? What if eating differently could actually make you feel lit again? Which is sexier, protein or fiber?

Hosts Ruby and Susan dive into all this and more with Brooke, offering both science and soul to help you reclaim your health, energy, and clarity—one nourishing step at a time.
Let’s dig in.

Guest Bio:
Dr. Brooke Scheller is a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, the founder of Functional Sobriety and the author of "How to Eat to Change How You Drink." Dr. Scheller has dedicated her career to revolutionizing the approach to alcohol recovery and holistic well-being. Inspired by her journey to sobriety in 2021, Dr. Scheller embarked on a mission to empower others to reclaim their lives through nutrition and functional medicine.

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https://www.functionalsobriety.com
https://www.functionalsobriety.com https://drbrookescheller.substack.com/
https://www.instagram.com/drbrookescheller

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It is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.