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This Naked Mind Podcast

This Naked Mind Podcast

By: Annie Grace
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 Bestselling author Annie Grace invites you to explore the role of alcohol in our lives and culture without rules, pain, or judgement. Ready to make a change? Join The Alcohol Experiment - a FREE 30-day challenge designed to deliver happiness, wellbeing and self-respect. Check out The Alcohol Experiment at alcoholexperiment.com134043 Personal Development Personal Success
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  • Parenting, Anxiety, and the Power of Asking Why | Where Are They Now | E850

    Parenting, Anxiety, and the Power of Asking Why | Where Are They Now | E850
    Nov 1 2025
    Are you struggling with learning how to cope as a special needs parent when alcohol has been your go-to for years? Amy once felt the same way—thinking wine was the only way to take the edge off. But during a 30-day alcohol experiment, she uncovered something surprising: her drinking had less to do with parenting challenges and more to do with old coping patterns she’d carried for years. In this Where Are They Now chat with Coach Hayley, Amy opens up about how going alcohol-free has helped her show up differently as a mom, let go of micromanaging, and even lean back into supporting the very community she once wanted to escape. In this episode, Amy and Hayley catch up on: How Amy's "sneaky" relationship with alcohol masked deeper coping patterns Why The Alcohol Experiment was just the beginning of her real transformation How to cope as a special needs parent by addressing root causes, not just symptoms Why her drinking habits had nothing to do with special needs parenting challenges Learning to feel emotions instead of shoving them down with alcohol and other substances Shifting from anxiety-driven micromanagement to mindful, empowered parenting Applying the same "why" questions to break patterns with sugar, caffeine, and social media Professionally reinvesting in supporting individuals with diagnoses after her transformation And more… Episode links: Start Your Alcohol Experiment - www.alcoholexperiment.com Related Episodes: Special Needs and Drinking - Amy’s Naked Life -E313 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-313-naked-life-story-amy-m/ From Isolation to Connection: Finding Your Way Alcohol-Free - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E825 - https://thisnakedmind.com/feeling-lost-after-quitting-drinking-e825/ Sharing Your Personal Journey with Alcohol: A Guide to Honest Conversations and Healing Connections - Reader’s Question - E620 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-618-readers-question-annie-graces-tips-for-dealing-with-family-members-who-continue-to-drink-2/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious! Quince For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/naked for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Hungryroot Get 40% off your first box + a free item for life at Hungryroot.com/nakedmind with code nakedmind Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/mind Cozy Earth Black Friday came early at Cozy Earth! Stack my code NAKEDMIND with their sitewide sale for up to 40% off.
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    1 hr
  • How To Overcome The Inner Voice That Tells You To Drink | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E849

    How To Overcome The Inner Voice That Tells You To Drink | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E849
    Oct 28 2025
    Are you struggling to silence the inner voice that gives you a "permission slip" to drink? In this episode, Coaches Haley and Soraya offer an inside look at the breakthroughs, support, and compassion available inside The Path every day. Cara feels like she's treading water, while Michelle grapples with feeling like a failure, but they both learn valuable lessons about how to stop giving yourself permission to drink and the importance of self-compassion. In Cara’s Session: Why she feels like a better, more patient caregiver when she’s alcohol-free Seeing “slip ups” as data points instead of proof she’s failed The sneaky moments she catches herself giving permission to drink How journaling and the ACT technique help her stay grounded Realizing two weeks alcohol-free was just the start of the journey Swapping the “I deserve it” drink for self-care that actually works Learning how to stop giving yourself permission to drink when alcohol is in the house Shifting her focus from self-doubt to hope on her second round of The Path And more… In Michelle’s Session: What’s changed since she committed to being alcohol-free on April 30 Breaking old associations between alcohol, travel, and celebration Managing “joy cravings” without reigniting the desire to drink Finding confidence and feeling “safe inside herself” without alcohol Turning shame and secrecy into pride and self-trust The mantra she uses to quiet anxiety and future fears How community support inside The Path keeps her motivated Learning how to stop giving yourself permission to drink on special occasions And more topics… Hayley Scherders is a certified TNM Coach with training from the Canadian Addiction and Mental Health Association. Drawing from personal experiences, Hayley understands how tough change can be and provides a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where her clients can feel supported. She believes that with the right mindset, anyone can change their life at any time. Learn more about Coach Hayley: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/hayley-scherders/ Soraya Arjan Odishoo is a compassionate Certified This Naked Mind Coach and certified Kula Yoga instructor, combining somatic healing and therapeutic models to support her clients’ journeys to recovery. With a deep commitment to working with individuals who feel disconnected from their true selves, Soraya specializes in helping people break free from addictions to substances or behaviors that no longer serve them. Her heart-centered, trauma-informed approach is rooted in collaboration and trust, with a focus on accessibility for BIPOC and LGBTQIA++ communities. Soraya’s passion lies in guiding others back to their personal power, allowing them to find peace, purpose, and lasting healing. Learn more about Coach Soraya: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/soraya-arjan-odishoo-alpc/ Episode links: nakedmindpath.com Related Episodes: Overcoming the Fear of Drinking Again - Erin’s Naked Life - E741- https://thisnakedmind.com/overcoming-the-fear-of-drinking-again-erins-naked-life-e741/How do I break the cycle of recurring data points?- Reader Question - E588 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-588-reader-question-how-do-i-break-the-cycle-of-recurring-data-points/ What Voices Guide Your Choices - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E768 - https://thisnakedmind.com/what-voices-guide-your-choices-alcohol-freedom-coaching-e768/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious! Quince- Find your fall staples at Quince. Go to Quince.com/naked for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Hungryroot- Get 40% off your first box + a free item for life at Hungryroot.com/ nakedmind with code nakedmind Shopify- Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/mind BetterHelp- Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/nakedmind
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • From Weekend Warrior To Alcohol-Free | Michael’s Naked Life | E848

    From Weekend Warrior To Alcohol-Free | Michael’s Naked Life | E848
    Oct 25 2025
    What if the thing holding you back from feeling better was so normal you couldn't even see it? Michael spent years as a weekend drinker—never missing work, rarely getting truly hungover, and thinking his Friday-Saturday routine was just part of life. But beneath the surface, he was gaining weight, feeling disconnected, and living in a fog he didn't know existed. When he finally calculated the calories and realized he was binge drinking, quitting weekend binge drinking became the decision that changed everything. In this episode, Michael joins Coach Cole to talk about how one ordinary moment—pouring a drink down the drain—became the catalyst for extraordinary transformation in his health, marriage, and spiritual life. In this episode, Coach Cole and Michael discuss: The quiet turning point: a watered-down vodka and a Sunday sink Doing the math: 4–5k “weekend” calories, late-night pizza, and weight creep One Year No Beer → Annie’s book → community support that clicked “Low-level lousy”: why feeling meh all week became the wake-up call Early mornings, meditation, and walks as keystone habits Dreams about drinking and why they freaked him out Quitting weekend binge drinking as the simplest path to feeling better Handling “I deserve a drink” thoughts without white-knuckling Labels vs. behavior: dropping the identity fight and choosing presence Modeling change for kids and being the midnight ride they can count on And more topics… Episode links: nakedmindpath.com Related Episodes: One Year No Beer - Andy’s Naked Life - E57 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-57-naked-life-story-andy-ramage/ What is the difference in binge drinking vs. daily drinking? - Reader Question - E156 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-156-what-is-the-difference-in-binge-drinking-vs-daily-drinking/ Drinking in Full Control with Ruari Fairbairns - Interview - E73 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-73-drinking-full-control-ruari-fairbairns/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!
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    43 mins
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