Escaping The Hamster Wheel of Drinking | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E847
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Escaping The Hamster Wheel of Drinking | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E847

58:45 Oct 21, 2025
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Escaping The Hamster Wheel of Drinking | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E847 Why can’t I quit drinking after so many tries? It’s a question so many of us have asked, and in this episode, Leslie and Phillipa open up about their long journeys of stopping, starting, and struggling with alcohol. Joined by Coach Zoe, they pull back the curtain on the ups, downs, and lessons they’ve faced along the way. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the powerful coaching and support available inside The Path and how curiosity, compassion, and courage create lasting change. In Leslie’s session: Starting The Path three times and learning from each attempt Using the mantra “burn the boats” to stop self-sabotage Managing urges during writing groups and evening routines Facing fear of relapse and suddenly finding a bottle in her hand Building awareness of patterns that lead to survival brain drinking How Path coaching gave her new tools to stay free And more topics… In Phillipa’s session: Coming from a scarcity mindset and always finishing what’s in front of her Struggling with cravings that feel like a “hamster wheel” of misery and relief Why moderation isn’t an option and how she learned that the hard way Feeling like a “fraud” because her life looks good on the outside Discovering joy, contentment, and peace after months alcohol-free Asking herself: why can’t I quit drinking after so many tries — and finally finding support that works inside The Path And much more… Zoe Ewart is a Certified Naked Mind Senior Coach who brings her experience and understanding to help with the tricky parts of life’s big changes. Her coaching gives you an enjoyable, light-hearted, and safe environment to effortlessly take back control of alcohol so you can feel better physically, mentally, and spiritually. Zoe taught Pilates for 15 years. She has four adult children and more animals than the Ark ever had. Learn more about Coach Zoe: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/zoe-ewart/ Episode links: nakedmindpath.com Related Episodes: I see no benefit to alcohol, why can’t I just quit? - Reader Question - E60 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-60-reader-question-see-no-benefit-alcohol-cant-just-quit/ Finding Hope for Long-time Drinkers - Reader Question - E600 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-600-reader-question-finding-hope-for-long-time-drinkers/ End Self-Sabotage with Self-Love - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E742 -
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