The No More Wasted Days Podcast
This is the No More Wasted Days Podcast. Host Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet shares vulnerable stories and practical tips to help listeners on their alcohol-free journey, breaking free from the drinking/blackout/hangover cycle.
Episodes
Ep. 176: The One Habit Change That Makes Quitting Drinking Easier
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 ar
Ep. 175: The Sobriety Reset You Didn’t Know You Needed w/ Heather Pennell
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 over
Ep. 174: Sober Sex, Parenting, and Mom Wine Culture w/ Stefanie Wilder-Taylor & Casey McGuire Davidson
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About this Episode:
This week on the No M
Ep. 173: The Truth About Long-Term Sobriety Nobody Talks About
Ep. 173: The Truth About Long-Term Sobriety Nobody Talks About
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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 surpri
Ep. 172: The Truth About Being “Cali Sober” w/ Adriana Cavallo
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Episode Summary:
In this episode o
Ep. 171: Feel Bored After Quitting Drinking? Here’s Why (and How to Fix It)
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 s
Ep. 170: Healing Your Relationship with Alcohol AND Food w/ Lindsay Sparks
If you’ve ever quit drinking and found yourself struggling with food, body image, or control… this conversation will hit home.
In this episode, Sara sits down with sober dietitian Lindsay Sparks (@soberandnourished on Instagram) to unpack the deep connection between alcohol, disordered eating, and the pursuit of control. From growing up in diet culture to navigating sobriety, Lindsay shares how he
Ep. 169: Stop White-Knuckling Sobriety: 6 Ways to Make It Feel Natural
What if being alcohol-free didn’t feel like a daily battle… but just who you are?
In this episode, Sara breaks down the shift from relying on exhausting willpower to stepping into true empowerment, where sobriety feels natural, aligned, and even effortless over time. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “white-knuckling” your way through this journey, this episode gives you practical ways to change tha
Ep. 168: She Quit Alcohol, Weed, and Cigarettes… Here’s What Happened (w/ Jessi Hartnett)
In this episode, Sara sits down with Jessi Hartnett, host of the Honor Your Heart Podcast, to talk about breaking free from cigarettes, weed, and alcohol, and what it really takes to stay free.
Jessi shares her journey from perfectionism and burnout to healing, revealing how substances were never the real problem – they were the solution she used to cope. Together, they unpack the emotional roots
Ep. 167: When You Quit Drinking… But Your Partner Doesn’t
Quitting drinking when your partner doesn’t can feel isolating, but it’s more common than you think.
This episode breaks down how to stay grounded in your alcohol-free journey without trying to control or change your partner. Learn how to set boundaries, communicate clearly, and create new ways to connect without alcohol.
You’ll walk away with practical tools to protect your peace, strengthen yo
Ep. 166: Narcissists, Alcohol, and Waking Up w/ Jill McKnight
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In this powerful conversation, Sara sits down with mindset coach and speaker Jill McKnight to explore the connection between alcohol, emotional manipulation, and learning to trust yourself again.
Jill shares her personal experience navigat
Ep. 165: Why You Can’t Seem to Stay Alcohol-Free
If you’ve ever quit drinking… started again… and then wondered why it feels harder the next time, this episode is for you.
Because it’s not about willpower.
It’s about what’s happening in your brain.
In this episode, I break down why the start-stop cycle makes cravings, anxiety, and day one feel heavier each time, and how you can finally break that loop.
What We Cover
Why quitting feels harder ev
Ep. 164: The Second Act: Reinventing Your Life After Alcohol w/ Melissa McGowan (The Sober New Yorker)
What if quitting drinking wasn’t the end of the fun… but the beginning of your second act?
In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara sits down with Melissa McGowan, also known as The Sober New Yorker. Melissa shares how she transformed her life after alcohol and created a vibrant, joyful lifestyle filled with creativity, travel, community, and confidence.
From Broadway dance classes to sober re
Ep. 163: The Truth About Alcohol During Perimenopause (No One Told Us This)
Perimenopause can feel like a rollercoaster. Mood swings, anxiety, sleep disruptions, and night sweats can leave many women searching for relief. And because our culture constantly tells us that a glass of wine is the perfect way to relax, many women turn to alcohol to cope.
But what if that nightly drink is actually making perimenopause symptoms worse?
In this episode, Sara breaks down the scienc
Ep. 162: When the Wine Mom Gets Sober w/ Stefanie Wilder-Taylor
Today, I’m sitting down with Stefanie Wilder-Taylor, author of the book Drunk-ish and host of the Drunk-ish Podcast.
If you’ve ever tried to “moderate,” justified blackouts, or worried you wouldn’t be fun without alcohol, this conversation will hit home.
Stefanie shares how her drinking escalated after becoming a mom, the mental gymnastics of rule-making, and the moment she knew she couldn’t keep
Ep. 161: Why I Quit Weed (from Cali Sober to Fully Sober)
I quit drinking in 2019.
I kept smoking weed.
Now I’m one year and five months fully sober.
In this episode, I’m answering your real questions about ditching weed, using cannabis as harm reduction, brain fog after quitting, and how to know when it’s time to let it go
In This Episode:
🔹 Why I used weed after quitting alcohol
🔹 What changed when it became daily again
🔹 “Weed is medicine” – the nuan
Ep. 160: The Emotional Work Most Men Avoid in Sobriety w/ Matt Salis
In today’s episode, I sat down with Matt Salis, behavioral health researcher, writer, and co-host of the Untoxicated Podcast.
Matt brings a perspective we don’t talk about enough: what happens in a relationship when alcohol leaves the picture, especially around emotional safety, masculinity, intimacy, and long-term connection.
Unlike my story where Ryan and I quit drinking together, Matt’s journey
Ep. 159: What Happens in the First 100 Days of Quitting Drinking
Enrollment for PUSH to 100, my 100-day alcohol-free challenge, is officially open, and today is the last day to join before we start together on February 10.
This challenge will give you enough time to actually experience what an alcohol-free life feels like.
👉 Learn more and join here: nomorewasteddays.co
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January has a way of convincing us that if we didn’t hi
Episode 158: Reinventing Yourself After Alcohol with Amy Mashburn
What happens when you quit drinking and realize the hardest part isn’t the alcohol, it’s letting go of who you used to be?
In this episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, I’m joined by Amy Mashburn, nearly 18 years alcohol-free and co-founder of Upper Left Strength. Amy got sober at just 23 years old, long before sobriety was trendy, and her story offers a powerful perspective on identity, min
Ep. 157: Is It Time to Quit Drinking?
If you’ve ever found yourself quietly wondering, “Is my drinking a problem?” this episode is for you.
Before we dive in, I want you to know this:
👉 Early enrollment for the PUSH to 100 Alcohol-Free Challenge opens tomorrow.
This 100-day guided experience begins February 10 and is designed to help you step away from alcohol with clarity, structure, and real support. You’ll receive daily guidance,
Ep. 156: A Healthier Alternative to Alcohol? Kava 101 w/ Morgan Smith
The next round of the PUSH to 100 (100-day alcohol free challenge), begins on February 10. This is for you if you’re ready to quit drinking with confidence.
👉 Join the waiting list for early access, priority enrollment, and an exclusive bonus at:
www.nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist
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In today’s episode of No More Wasted Days, I’m joined by Morgan Smit
Ep. 155: The Shift That Makes Ditching Alcohol Feel Easy (How to Quit Drinking Without Willpower)
Dry January is usually hardest after the initial motivation fades.
The first week can be rough with headaches, fatigue, and withdrawal symptoms.
The second week often feels better physically, but this is when the “drinking brain” starts whispering, “See? You don’t have a problem. You can go back now.”
➡️➡️ This episode is your reminder not to listen to that voice.
In today’s episode of the No More
Ep. 154: What Happens to Your Body in the First 10 Days Without Alcohol
Sara breaks down what really happens in the first 10 days of an alcohol-free journey (beyond the highlight reels and feel-good memes).
Most people don’t talk about the not-so-glamorous physical and emotional shifts that come up when you stop drinking. But Sara’s here to get real—and to empower you with science-backed insights and simple strategies so you can make it through the early days with con
Ep. 153: Hit Your 2026 Goals by Ditching Alcohol
If something in your life feels off, if you know you’re capable of more but keep feeling held back, Dry January might be the reset you’ve been looking for.
The Dry January Experience is a guided, supportive 30-day alcohol-free challenge designed to help you:
Build confidence without relying on willpower
Understand what’s actually happening in your body and brain
Create momentum, clarity, and self
Ep. 152: Your First Sober Christmas: What No One Tells You
Enrollment is officially open for The Dry January Experience, a guided 30-day alcohol-free reset designed to help you step away from drinking with confidence, clarity, and structure.
If you’ve ever wished alcohol could become something you could “take or leave,” this experience is for you. You’ll receive daily emails, short supportive videos, and group coaching calls with Sara to help you navigate
Ep. 151: Quit Drinking Without Calling Yourself an Alcoholic (ft. Suzanne Warye)
Thinking about starting the new year alcohol-free, but don’t want to do it alone?
You can still join the Dry January Experience waiting list and be first in line when early enrollment opens on December 19th. Waiting list members receive early access and an exclusive discount.
👉 Join the waiting list here: nomorewasteddays.co/waitinglist
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Episode Summary
Ep. 150: How to Know If Alcohol Is a Problem, Even If You Don’t Drink Every Day
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Episode Summary
Most women who struggle with alcohol never fit the stereotype of the “daily drinker.” They function well, they hold everything together, and from the outside, everything looks fine. Yet inside, alco
Ep. 149: Why Women are Drinking More, and Who Benefits ft. Celeste Yvonne
In today’s episode, Sara sits down with author and advocate Celeste Yvonne, whose book It’s Not About the Wine cuts straight through the noise of mommy wine culture and exposes what’s really going on behind the scenes.
This conversation digs into the political and psychological systems that encourage women to drink, profit from their burnout, and quietly benefit when mothers are overwhelmed, num
Ep. 148: Staying Alcohol Free on Thanksgiving: 6 Strategies That Actually Work
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Thanksgiving used to be one of my biggest drinking holidays. It was chaotic, wine-soaked, and every year followed the same pattern, exhaustion, resentment, chasing a buzz, and then waking up
Ep. 147: Winter Blues and Sobriety - 5 Strategies that Actually Help
If the darker months tend to stir up cravings, low motivation, or the urge to numb out, this is your sign to plug into real support. For November only, you can try the Day Makers Community for two weeks for just $1. Get coaching, connection, and stability during the hardest season of the year. Join at www.nomorewasteddays.co/daymakers.
Episode Summary
Winter can be one of the most challenging seas
Ep. 146: Staying Motivated in Your Alcohol Free Journey
This November, you can join the Day Makers Community for just $1 for your first two weeks. Connect with like-minded people, rebuild your confidence, and start creating a life you love alcohol-free. Join now at nomorewasteddays.co/daymakers
When you first quit drinking, your biggest goal might simply be to make it through each day alcohol-free and that’s huge. But what happens when you start to f
Ep. 145: From Chaos to Calm - Rediscovering Yourself After Alcohol
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
Ep. 144: Transfer Addiction Explained: What Happens After You Quit Drinking
Ready to finally break free from alcohol—and stop the cycle of numbing? Start your journey today with the Refresh & Reboot: 30 Day Alcohol-Free Challenge. This self-paced program gives you daily guidance, mindset tools, and video support from Sara to help you thrive through your first 30 days without alcohol.
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Ep. 143: The One Mindset Shift That Finally Made Quitting Alcohol Easy
Sara 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
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Ep. 142: The Science of Hangovers: What Alcohol Really Does to Your Body
Sara dives into one of the most unforgettable parts of drinking → hangovers. From her worst-ever hangover in Punta Cana to the subtle shame-filled Sundays that followed too many nights out, Sara breaks down how hangovers evolved throughout her drinking years and how they became one of the biggest motivators for her sobriety.
She doesn’t stop at personal stories. Sara also explores the science of h
Ep. 141: What I Learned Going to a Wedding 100% Sober
Sara is taking you behind the scenes of her brother-in-law’s wedding, and sharing the real, sometimes awkward, sometimes empowering moments that come with showing up alcohol-free at big social events.
From facing the “no mocktail” disappointment at the bar to stepping onto the dance floor without liquid courage (and realizing nobody’s actually watching you), Sara unpacks three personal stories tha
Ep. 140: Building Healthy Habits in Sobriety Without Diet Culture
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In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Bethany Judy, certified health coach, activist, and founder of The Hype Human. Bethany has been alcohol-free for over 7 years, and today she opens up about her sobriety story, the realities of q
Ep. 139: I Ditched Weed - My First Year Completely Sober
This week, I’m opening up about something I’ve kept close to the chest: my journey to becoming one year weed-free. 🍃🚫
For years, I celebrated living alcohol-free while still using weed as a way to “take the edge off.” At first, it felt like harm reduction. A softer landing after quitting drinking. But over time, I realized it was keeping me stuck, sneaking around, and not fully free.
In this episo
Ep. 138: Heather’s Farewell: Sobriety, Stress, and Following Your Inner Voice
This week’s episode is bittersweet. After two years of laughter, learning, and countless “aha” moments, Heather is saying goodbye as co-host of the No More Wasted Days podcast.
In this heartfelt conversation, Heather opens up about:
Why listening to your intuition becomes so much clearer when you’re alcohol-free
The difference between intuition and anxiety—and how to know which voice you’re hea
Ep. 137: The First 100 Days Alcohol-Free: What Really Happens to Your Body and Mind
✨ Enrollment for PUSH to 100 closes tonight at midnight! If you’ve been waiting, this is your moment. Join me and an incredible community for 100 days alcohol-free. The challenge starts tomorrow, September 12th, and enrollment closes tonight (9/11) at midnight. Don’t do this alone. Join the PUSH to 100 here → https://nomorewasteddays.co/push-to-100/
What really happens when you go 100 days without
Ep. 136: Facing Loss Alcohol Free: How to Process Grief and Keep Moving Forward
💥 Enrollment for the PUSH to 100 closes Thursday, September 11th at midnight! If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it. Join me for 100 days alcohol free with coaching, community, and a clear plan so you can roll into the holidays feeling strong, steady, and proud of yourself. Doors close at midnight on Sept. 11th. Don’t miss it! Tap here to join now.
Losing a beloved pet can feel like the gr
Ep. 135: Back to Day 1: How my Alcohol Free Journey Began
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In this shorty episode, I’m taking you all the way back to my very first
Ep. 134: Alcohol-Free Routines That Actually Work (Even When You’re Busy)
Enrollment for PUSH to 100 is officially open! 🎉 If you’re ready to break out of the numbing cycle and discover what life feels like 100 days alcohol-free, this is your chance. Spots are limited to just 30 members, and once they’re gone, doors close. The challenge begins September 12th. Apply now at nomorewastedays.co/push-to-100.
September is often a season of fresh starts—kids head back to schoo
Ep. 133: Navigating Divorce Without Alcohol: Rebuilding Trust in Yourself
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Ep. 132: Finding Your People: How Community Transforms Sobriety
Enrollment for PUSH to 100 is officially open for waiting list members! 🎉 This is your chance to be one of just 30 people walking through 100 days alcohol-free together. Get on the waiting list now at nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist to claim early access before spots fill up.
Today’s episode is extra special because I’m joined live and in-person by Laura Van Antwerp, also known as Your Sober
Ep. 131: Sober Milestones Explained: 30, 60, and 90 Days Without Alcohol
If you’re ready to go beyond 30 days and see what’s truly possible in 100 days alcohol-free, then the PUSH to 100 is for you. You’ll get the tools, coaching, and community to carry you through the hardest parts and into real transformation. Spots are limited, so don’t wait. Head to https://nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist/ to join the waiting list.
Thinking about what life really looks like whe
Ep. 130: Why You Don’t Need to Hit Rock Bottom to Quit Drinking
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In this short but powerful episode, I’m breaking down the rock bottom
Ep. 129: Sobriety and Emotional Labor: Protecting Your Peace Without the Guilt
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In this candid conversation, Heather and Sara pull back the curtain on a
Ep. 128: What Happens to Your Body in the First 10 Days Without Alcohol
🎯 Ready to go alcohol-free and actually thrive through it? Join the waitlist for the next round of PUSH to 100, starting September 12. Spots are limited to 30 members and early enrollment opens to the waitlist on August 22. Get on the list now → www.nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist
In this shorty episode, Sara breaks down what really happens in the first 10 days of an alcohol-free journey (bey
Ep. 127: Stress Doesn’t Deserve a Drink
👉 Your stress doesn’t have to lead to a drink. Let’s rewire that loop.
✨🚨 The PUSH to 100 Challenge starts September 12th!
Ready to go all in on your alcohol-free journey? Join the waitlist now to be the first to apply — only 30 spots available. 🔗 nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist
Stress is one of the most common triggers for drinking — and also for what comes next: the reward loop. Whether you
Ep. 126: Why You Use Alcohol to Cope (and What to Do Instead)
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You are not broken. You’re just numbing.
In this shorty episode, Sara is back from summer break to remind you of something powerful: your coping mechanisms aren't failures—they're a
Ep.125: Being Alcohol Free Is a Quiet Rebellion
What if alcohol isn’t actually the magic, but your real life is?
In this episode, Heather leads a powerful and honest conversation about how we've been conditioned to romanticize alcohol. The wine glasses, the golden hour cocktails, the illusion of ease and sophistication and how choosing to live alcohol-free is actually a quiet rebellion. Together, Sara and Heather unpack what it means to reclaim
Ep. 124: The Truth About Gray Area Drinking
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What if your drinking isn’t “that bad”—but it’s still not working for you? In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara and Heather dive into the concept of gray area drinking, a space so
Ep. 123: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything - Radical Acceptance
Let’s talk about radical acceptance—a concept that can completely shift your mindset in sobriety and in life. In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Heather and Sara dive into what radical acceptance actually means, how it helps you move through challenges without resistance, and why it's a powerful tool for staying alcohol-free. If you're struggling with emotions, self-judgment, or the need to c
Ep. 122: Drinking in Your 40s? Here’s What It’s Doing to Your Body
In this episode, Sara and Heather dive into a critical yet often
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Ep. 121: Ten Things to Do Instead of Drinking (That Actually Work)
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If you’ve ever had that moment where a craving hits hard and fast, whether from stress, loneliness, boredom, or habit then this episode is for you.
Sara and Heather break down 10 real-life, science-backed tools you can use the
Ep. 120: The Power of a 30 Day Alcohol Break
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Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of quitting drinking forever? You’re not alone. In this short, inspiring solo episode, Sara shares why a simple 30-day break from alcohol might be the mindset shift and life reset you’ve been cr
Ep. 119: Sober Summer Survival Guide
Ready for a fresh start this summer? CLICK HERE to join the Refresh & Reboot: Dry July Experience!
In this episode, Heather and Sara crack open what it really means to navigate a sober summer. From the awkwardness of no longer being the “fun” one at the party to the surprising joy of belly laughs, quiet moments, and actually remembering conversations.
Heather shares her personal evolution
Ep. 118: The Mindset That Helped Me Finally Quit Drinking for Good
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Are you afraid of missing out if you quit drinking? You’re not alone—but that fear is based on a lie. In this short but powerful episode, Sara fl
Ep. 117: Dry Drunk Warning Signs: Are You Doing the Work?
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We hear the term “dry drunk” thrown around a lot,sometimes by critics online, sometimes in recovery spaces. But what does it actually mean? And how does it differ from true recovery?
In this episode, Sara and Heather unpack the meaning
Ep. 116: Quick Wins for a Full Alcohol Free Life
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If you're feeling maxed out, pulled in a million directions, and wondering when you're supposed to take care of yourself then this episode is for y
Ep. 115: You’re Not Broken. You’re Recalibrating
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Have you ever had one of those weeks where you're checking off the boxes, showing up for yourse
Ep. 114: Afraid to Tell People You’re Not Drinking? Listen to This
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What will people think if you stop drinking?
Will they ask questions?
Judge you?
Think you're boring?
In this shorty episode, Sara opens up about one of the biggest fears people face when they consider quitting drinking: judgment. Whether you're sober curious, taking a 30
Ep. 113: How Alcohol Affects Your Sleep and Hormones
If you’ve ever found yourself wide awake at 3 a.m. questioning every life decision you’ve ever made, you’re not alone—and alcohol might be the hidden culprit. In this episode, Sara and Heather dive into the tangled web of sleep, hormones, and booze and why quitting drinking may be the best thing you can do for your rest.
We cover:
🧠 Why alcohol tricks you into thinking it helps you sleep
💤 The
Ep. 112: Rethinking Relaxation: Unwinding Without Alcohol
In this shorty episode, Sara is discussing the common misconception that alcohol aids in relaxation. She shares her personal journey of realizing that true relaxation comes from within and provides listeners with practical strategies to unwind without alcohol. Key methods discussed include creating a wind-down ritual, moving your body, engaging your senses, practicing mindfulness, exploring creati
Ep. 111: Burnout Happens - Here’s How to Come Back
In this relatable episode, Sara and Heather dive into the very real experience of burnout—what it feels like, how it shows up, and how to recover gently without defaulting to old patterns like alcohol.
Whether you're juggling kids, work, a partner, or just the pressures of everyday life, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone. Heather shares her recent “tired to the core” moment, Sara
Ep. 110: Cravings Explained: What’s Actually Happening
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Cravings don’t mean you’re weak—your brain is just doing what it was trained to do. In this solo shorty episode, Sara breaks down the science behind alcohol cravings and helps you release the shame that often comes with them.
You’ll learn how alcohol hijacks yo
Ep. 109: Finding the Joy in your Alcohol-Free Life Again
Sara and Heather dive into what it means when that initial "spark" from early sobriety fades—and how to get it back. Whether you're 30 days in or six years alcohol-free, this episode is for anyone who's ever wondered, "Why doesn't this feel exciting anymore?"
In this episode, we cover:
🌟 What “the spark” is in early sobriety—and why it doesn’t always stick around
🔄 The Pink Cloud vs. The Wall: Un
Ep. 108: Starting Over Isn’t Failure — It’s Strength
In this compassionate and deeply honest episode, Sara and Heather dive into a topic that so many of us need to hear—especially when the alcohol-free journey feels bumpy: the power of starting over. Whether you're on Day 1, Day 100, or somewhere in between, this conversation reminds you that your worth is never defined by your streak. Starting again isn’t failure—it’s resilience.
Sara and Heather s
Ep. 107: Coping with Anxiety After Quitting Drinking - 4 Unexpected Tools
Sara gets vulnerable in this solo episode. She opens up about something many of us deal with—even deep into the alcohol-free journey: anxiety.
At nearly six years sober, she shares her surprise when anxiety started showing up again. But instead of turning back to alcohol or spiraling, Sara got curious. In this episode, she shares four unexpected tools that have been easing her anxiety without a
Ep. 106: Learning to Adult (Again) in Your Alcohol Free Life
When you quit drinking, you go through periods of learning how to parent yourself on your alcohol-free journey. Whether you're a parent, child-free, or somewhere in between, Sara and Heather dive deep into the power of becoming your own inner caregiver—your inner mother, father, or adult—and how sobriety makes space for that transformation.
Quitting alcohol isn’t just about removing something tox
Ep. 105: What Happens When You Don’t Drink for 30 Days?
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What can really change in just 30 days without alcohol? In this shorty episode, I share the story of how my alcohol-free journey began with a single decision—not to quit forever, but just to try 30 days. That one-month trial became the spr
Ep. 104: Why You Feel So Much After Quitting Drinking
When you quit drinking, the physical detox gets a lot of attention—but what about the emotional detox? In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Heather and Sara dive into what it really means to emotionally detox after quitting alcohol.
They explore why emotions feel so intense in early sobriety, how to move through them without fear, and how emotional healing is not just necessary—it’s transformat
Ep. 103: The Truth About Gray Area Drinking
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What if your drinking isn’t “that bad”—but it’s still not working for you? In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara and Heather dive into the concept of gray area drinking, a space so many people quietly occupy without even realizi
Ep. 102: It's my Birthday!! What I'm Holding Onto and Letting Go in my 46th Year
Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️
It’s Sara’s birthday! 🎉 In this special solo episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara reflects on her 46th birthday and what it means to celebrate another year alcohol-free. With five sober birthdays under her belt and nearly six years alc
Ep. 101: Reflections After 4 Years Alcohol-Free (Heather’s 4 Year Soberversary!!)
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In this deeply personal and empowering milestone episode of No More Wasted Days Podcast, Heather reflects on what four years of alcohol-free living has taught her—and what healing truly looks like.
From year one’s emotional rollercoast
Ep. 100: This One Mindset Shift Will Make Sobriety Easier
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Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of “never drinking again”? You’re not alone. In this milestone 100th episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara shares a powerful reframe that helped her begin her alcohol-free journey:
👉 You don’t have to q
Ep. 99: How Alcohol Affects Your Brain (and How to Heal It)
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Ever forget parts of a night—even when you didn’t drink “that much”? Struggle with brain fog, anxiety, or mood swings? This episode of No More Wasted Days is for you. Sara and Heather dive into the science of what alcohol does to your
Ep. 98: Ditching Alcohol Helped Me Find Myself
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Who am I without alcohol? If you’ve ever asked yourself that question, this episode is for you. In this heartfelt solo episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara shares how quitting drinking can spark a powerful identity shift—an
Ep. 97: Am I Boring Now That I Don’t Drink?
In this laughter-filled episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara and Heather take on a question that so many people secretly (or not-so-secretly) wonder when they stop drinking:
👉 “Am I boring now?”
Whether you’ve been asked this directly, felt self-conscious in social settings, or worried that your social life might fade after quitting alcohol—this episode is for you. Sara and Heather bust the “bor
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