Helping high performers feel & perform better by reducing or quitting alcohol. Maybe you're considering quitting alcohol and going completely sober. Or maybe you wish to change your relationship with alcohol and stop drinking. Maybe you wish to do moderation. Whichever way you choose, this podcast will give you the process to succeed. Alcohol-Free Lifestyle is for high performers, including entrepreneurs, executives, investors, athletes, and top professionals.
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Shane Ramer is a speaker and coach who created That Sober Guy Podcast in 2014 to help men quit drinking and become better fathers, husbands, entrepreneurs and leaders. That Sober Guy has brought awareness and support to over 2.5 million listeners in over 100 countries. As a father of two kids and married to his wife of 20 years, Shane is passionate about family, faith, fitness and helping each and every person become purposeful leaders in their business, homes and communities. For more infor ...
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It isn't a NO to alcohol, but a YES to a better life! Best selling author Paul Churchill, along with Kristopher Oyen interview people who have stepped away from alcohol in their own lives. Each week this podcast does a deep dive into an exploration of what a booze free life might look like from various perspectives and opinions. If you are sick and tired of alcohol making you sick and tired, we invite you to listen to Recovery Elevator. Check out what an alcohol free life can look like as ot ...
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I help people understand themselves better, make sense of their feelings, and learn from resentments and disappointments by using a heart-centered and holistic approach. We all want to live an authentic and fulfilling life...sometimes we just need a little help. Two of our most basic needs are to be connected and to feel loved. Without these, we feel a lack of purpose and isolated. When we feel alone, disconnected and insecure, we’re filled with negative thoughts and feelings of guilt and sh ...
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The Identity Shift: How to Shed Your Drinking Persona and Find True Power With Coach Jason & Coach David
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23:26Do you feel a vacancy of identity after taking alcohol out of your life? When you shed your drinking habits, the old persona, the "fun guy" or the "good time gal", can leave a void. In this insightful episode, Coaches Jason and David discuss the importance of confronting these prevailing assumptions that anchor you to your past self. They explain h…
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Empty Nest, Full Life: Your Chance to Reinvent Without Alcohol - Victoria English
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17:32Do you feel a mix of excitement and unease as your last child leaves home? You're not alone. In the final episode of her parenting series, Coach Victoria English tackles the emotional landscape of the empty nest. She explains why this significant identity shift can lead many to drink more and highlights the health risks associated with midlife alco…
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Today we have Mike. He is 50 years old and from Cleveland, OH and he took his last drink on August 9th, 2022. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Exact Nature – 20% off your order with code RE20 We offer a free month in Café RE once per year. Starting this Wednesday October 1st, and if you sign up fo…
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Adult-to-Adult: Why Your Alcohol-Free Choice is a Legacy for Your College-Bound Child - Victoria English
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21:17Do you feel like your role as a parent is changing now that your child is in college? In this powerful follow-up to "The Vanishing Window," Coach Victoria English shares her personal experience of navigating the college years as a mother who was still in the cycle of drinking. Learn why your child is still watching you and how you are modeling thei…
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Episode 555 - Should Alcohol Ads Be Banned from Sports?
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44:50Every touchdown, home run, and knockout seems to come with a side of beer, or at least a commercial for it. From Budweiser’s billion-dollar deal with the NFL, to tequila pouring all over UFC fight nights, to beer practically funding baseball stadiums, alcohol and sports have become inseparable. But should they be? In this episode of That Sober Guy …
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High School, College, Empty Nest: Why Alcohol Doesn’t Belong in Any Season of Parenting - Victoria English
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22:35Do you ever feel like you're not fully present with your kids? In this poignant episode, Head Coach Victoria English shares her personal story of parenting her four children and the profound difference between being a parent who drinks and a parent who lives an alcohol-free life. She introduces the concept of the "vanishing window", the finite amou…
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Should You Do Moderation? Or Quit Entirely? With James Swanwick
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19:24Feeling stuck in the stop-start cycle, wondering if you should try moderation or quit entirely? In this powerful episode, host James Swanwick argues why moderation is a myth for high-achievers. He challenges the notion that alcohol is a "special occasion" reward and explains how this belief keeps you from living a full, outstanding life. Discover h…
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The Digital Scrub: How to Clear Your Phone & Mind for an Alcohol-Free Life With Coach Jason & Coach Matt
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16:31Feeling stuck in a cycle of mindless scrolling and online distractions? You're not alone. In this episode, Coaches Jason and Matt introduce the "Digital Scrub," a powerful practice for creating a healthier relationship with technology. They reveal how online habits can become a new way to numb yourself and share science-backed reasons why our brain…
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RE 553: 20 Things Harder Than Quitting Drinking
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49:58Today we have Emily. She is 28 years old from Denver, CO and she took her last drink on April 25th, 2025. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Exact Nature – 20% off your order with code RE20 Starting Wednesday, October 1st, if you sign up for Café RE you get a free month! Café RE is our alcohol-free …
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The Inner Critic: Why That Voice in Your Head Isn't You With Coach Matt & Coach Jason
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17:53Ever feel like a nagging voice in your head is holding you back? That's the inner critic. In this episode, Coaches Matt and Jason explore how to quiet that self-doubting voice and find true freedom. They break down the different ways the inner critic shows up, from the backseat driver to the overbearing parent, and explain the neuroscience behind t…
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Awareness, Awareness, Awareness: The Three Keys to Your Alcohol-Free Journey With Coach Jason and Coach Matt
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15:53Feeling stuck or unsure how to navigate new challenges without drinking? On your alcohol-free journey, awareness is everything. In this episode, Coaches Jason and Matt discuss how tuning into your mind, body, and emotions is a powerful tool to manage uncomfortable moments and avoid unhelpful distractions, like mindlessly scrolling through your phon…
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Why Hitting a Plateau Is The Secret to Your Alcohol-Free Success With Coach Matt & Coach Jason
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17:38Feeling stuck on your alcohol-free path? The "pink cloud" has faded, and now you’re left feeling flat. This episode is for you. Coaches Matt and Jason discuss why hitting a plateau is a natural, even necessary, part of your journey to living an alcohol-free life. They share how this period is an opportunity for a powerful reset, a chance to refine …
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Today we have Ty. She is 76 years old, lives in Bozeman, MT and she took her last drink on March 8th, 2008. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Café RE – THE social app for sober people. [04:21] Thoughts from Paul: Paul tells us that every time he goes into a retreat or event with RE, he asks the uni…
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Drinking Less: Why America’s Glass Is Half Empty With Coach Teri
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18:19Do you ever feel like you're the only person not drinking? In this episode, Coach Terry Patterson shares new Gallup poll data revealing a historic decline in U.S. alcohol consumption and a major shift in cultural beliefs about its health benefits. Learn why society is catching up with what science has long known: that no amount of alcohol is truly …
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This week on That Sober Guy Podcast, we’re sitting down with Corey Warren, a guy who proves that sobriety doesn’t have to be boring and that vulnerability is actually a superpower. Corey’s not out here spitting drug facts or throwing scare tactics at people. Instead, he shares his own messy, real-life journey while breaking down the very real dange…
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The Relief Trap: Why Your Brain Chooses Alcohol and How to Find Real Peace - Victoria English
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28:52Are you pouring a drink to find a moment of peace, only to wake up feeling worse? Head Coach Victoria English explains the neuroscience behind why your brain seeks alcohol for "relief" from stress, pressure, and overstimulation. She details how alcohol's initial effect of boosting calming neurotransmitters and suppressing excitatory ones creates a …
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Today we have David. He is 51 years old, lives in Pinson, TN and took his last drink of alcohol on December 23rd, 2024. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Exact Nature – 20% off your order with code RE20 We have a great lineup of events and courses coming to Recovery Elevator. A mindfulness course i…
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Episode 553 - The Hangover Lie: Why We Ignore the Pain & Keep Drinking Anyway
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36:19We’ve all been there, head pounding, stomach churning, swearing “never again”, only to do it all over again the next weekend. So why do we keep falling for the same hangover trap? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we peel back the curtain on the big lie of hangovers: why we minimize the pain, laugh it off, and even turn it into a cultural …
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The Justification Trap: How to Break Free From the Excuses That Keep You Drinking With Coach Matt
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18:25Do you find yourself making excuses for drinking, even when you know it's not serving you? This episode explores the neuroscience and psychology behind these powerful justifications. Coach Matt breaks down the cognitive biases and social pressures that reinforce the belief that drinking is okay, even when it's causing harm. Learn how the brain's re…
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How to Find Calm & Clarity with Heart Resonance Breathing With Coach Matt
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19:07Are you constantly feeling stressed and anxious? In this episode, Coach Matt reveals his favorite daily practice: heart resonance breathing. He explains how this powerful technique goes beyond simple relaxation to sync your heart, brain, and nervous system, lowering blood pressure and boosting emotional regulation. Learn how this six-second inhale …
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The Ultimate Stress Reliever: Using Box Breathing to Find Calm With Coach Matt
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16:22Feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety? In this episode, Coach Matt introduces you to the power of breathwork as a tool to navigate the pressure of a high-achieving lifestyle. He shares the simple, yet profound, technique of box breathing, a four-second inhale, hold, exhale, and hold that you can use anytime, anywhere to instantly downshift your…
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Today we have Odette. She’s 37 years old, lives in San Diego, CA and she took her last drink 486 days ago. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Exact Nature – 20% off your order with code RE20 Registration is open for our next retreat in Costa Rica. That’s February 21st – 28th, 2026 in Guanacaste, a B…
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Love Without Liquor: How Quitting Alcohol Saved Our Relationship - Shannon McLin and Scott Lepper
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41:29In this powerful couples’ episode, Shannon McLin and her boyfriend Scott Lepper open up about how alcohol was silently eroding their connection - and how quitting together transformed their relationship. From defensiveness and distance to trust and deep emotional presence, their story reveals the power of healing without sedation. If you're navigat…
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Episode 552 - Amplify Your Sobriety: Turning Your Story Into Purpose, Business, and Impact
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43:01Sobriety isn’t just about putting down the bottle, it’s about picking up a bigger purpose. In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane shares why your story matters, how to break through the “now what?” moment after quitting, and how to use your clarity as a launch pad for creativity, business, and leadership. We’ll dive into: Why sober voices…
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The Sleep Solution: A 10-Minute Breathwork Exercise to Fall Asleep Naturally With Coach Matt
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17:27Struggling with sleep? In this special episode, Coach Matt guides you through a powerful, 10-minute breathwork exercise specifically designed to help you fall and stay asleep naturally . Learn the simple 4-8-8 breathing technique that stimulates the vagus nerve and shifts your body into a state of deep relaxation. This practice helps you address th…
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The Self-Betrayal Cycle: How To Rebuild Trust With Your Brain - Victoria English
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18:24Have you ever said, "This is my last drink," only to find yourself drinking again? In this powerful episode, Coach Victoria English unpacks the neuroscience of this cycle of broken promises. She explains how this repetition trains your brain to expect self-betrayal, weakening the prefrontal cortex and leading to a quiet erosion of your identity. Bu…
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Today we have Justin. He is 40 years old and lives in Northern Ontario. He took his last drink on August 20th, 2023. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Café RE – the social app for sober people [04:03] Thoughts from Paul: In our question for sobriety, we often ask ourselves why the drinking? Why can…
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The Boredom Myth: How To Find Real Engagement In An Alcohol-Free Life With Coach Matt & Coach Jason
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16:15Are you worried about life being dull without alcohol? In this episode, coaches Matt and Jason tackle the "boredom myth" and explain its connection to the brain's reward system. They discuss how chronic boredom is often a sign that your brain is craving meaningful engagement, not a substance. Learn practical ways to re-engage with your five senses,…
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Episode 551: Britt Reid – From the NFL to Prison, Sobriety, and the Fight for Redemption
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1:01:38This week on That Sober Guy Podcast , the #1 sober podcast for men since 2014 - Shane sits down with Kansas City Chiefs defensive coach and Super Bowl Champion Britt Reid, son of legendary head coach Andy Reid. Britt opens up about his journey through some of life’s darkest valleys: the devastating car accident just days before the Super Bowl that …
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Alcohol-Free for 3 Years: The Secret Superpower High Achievers Don't Talk About
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51:02Shannon McLin, a high-powered appellate lawyer from Florida, shares the emotional story of how one painful argument and an alarming oura ring reading became her turning point. In this deeply personal episode, she reflects on raising her kids in a culture of drinking, the guilt she carried, and how Project 90 gave her the tools to finally break free…
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The Illusion Of Joy: How To Find Real Happiness Without Alcohol With Coach Jason & Coach Matt
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15:53Are you using alcohol to enhance a good time or cope with stress? It's easy to fall into the trap of believing that drinking brings joy, but coaches Jason and Matt reveal how this is a dangerous illusion . They dive into the neuroscience of how alcohol hijacks your brain's reward system, creating a powerful but false sense of pleasure. You'll learn…
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Reframing Loneliness in an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle: A Guide to Reconnecting on Your Journey - Coach Matt and Coach Jason
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19:52What often begins as a social lubricant can lead to a cycle of isolation, a feeling that can intensify on an alcohol-free journey. Coaches Matt and Jason explore the neuroscience behind why loneliness can feel like physical pain and create a feedback loop that makes it hard to break. They share a powerful reframe, shifting the perspective from pain…
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Today we have Amy. She is 41 years old and lives in Raleigh, NC. She took her last drink on December 12th, 2023. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Exact Nature – use code RE20 to save 20% off of your order October 2026 we have a new retreat we have yet to do. This is an in-person alcohol-free ukule…
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Why You Still Want to Drink (Even When You Don't Like It) With Coach Jason & Coach Matt
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16:25Have you ever found yourself in a specific situation, a concert, a holiday, or a family visit and experienced an intense, unexpected urge to drink? This episode dives into the neuroscience behind this phenomenon, known as "incentive salience" . Coaches Jason and Matt explain how your brain's reward system creates subconscious associations with peop…
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The Myth of Moderation: Why ‘Just One Drink’ Is Never Just One
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43:35We’ve all said it — “I’ll just have one.” Then one turns into three, and suddenly you’re at Taco Bell at 1 AM ordering 6 bean burritos with no onion and something that may or may not still be legal. In this episode, we break down the myth of moderation and why “just one drink” is never just one for so many of us. We’ll explore the brain science beh…
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From Awkward to Confident: How to Turn Down a Drink with Coach Teri & Coach Matt
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18:07Does the thought of turning down a drink fill you with anxiety? You're not alone. Coaches Teri and Matt break down the evolution of saying "no" to alcohol, from the awkward uncertainty of the early days to the empowered confidence that comes with time. They share practical scripts, personal stories, and powerful tools like the "because" statement t…
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Alcohol's Generational Divide: What We Can Learn From Gen Z with Coach Matt and Coach Terry
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16:54Why is Gen Z spending over $20 billion less on alcohol annually than previous generations? Coaches Matt and Terry explore this significant generational divide and what it means for the future of drinking culture. They discuss how the rise of the alcohol-free lifestyle as a mainstream health trend, coupled with a more honest conversation about alcoh…
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Today we have Brian. He is 40 years old from Spring Hill, MA and he took his last drink of alcohol on July 16th, 2024. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Exact Nature – 20% off your order with code RE20 Shout out to these alcohol-free brands for sponsoring our seventh Bozeman Retreat: Athletic Brewi…
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The Hangover Isn’t Just Physical, It’s Emotional - Victoria English
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27:16In this powerful episode, head coach Victoria English of the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle’s Project 90 breaks down the neuroscience behind what’s really happening in your brain and body after drinking. From dopamine crashes to cortisol rebounds, GABA disruption to sleepless nights, this isn’t about willpower, it’s about chemistry. Download my FREE guide:…
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Re-entry: Why The Day After Matters Most with Coach Teri
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15:52You successfully navigated a big event alcohol-free, so why does a powerful craving suddenly hit the next day? Coach Terry Patterson calls this "The Re-entry Phase", the crucial period, after a party or vacation when your guard is down . She explains how the post-event dopamine crash can leave you vulnerable to unexpected urges, even when you felt …
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The Alcohol Industry’s Dirty Secret: How Big Booze Spins ‘Drink Responsibly’ While Lobbying Against Health
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53:19You’ve heard it a million times: “Drink Responsibly.” But what if I told you that’s just a well-polished PR stunt from the same industry that’s actively lobbying against your health? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on Big Booze’s billion-dollar playbook, and how the alcohol industry uses the warm-and-fuzzy “responsible drinking” slogan to…
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Resetting Your Brain’s Reward System After Alcohol with Coach Jason & Coach Matt
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17:15In this episode, Coaches Jason and Matt unpack one of the most misunderstood parts of the alcohol-free journey: your reward system. From dopamine crashes and sugar cravings to rediscovering real joy in nature, music, and connection, they break down what’s happening in your brain, and how to reset it. Learn why patience is essential, how to reconnec…
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Today we have Lori. She is 58 years old from Vancouver, Canada. She took her last drink on February 21st, 2024. This episode brought to you by: Better Help – 10% off of your first month #sponsored Café RE – the social app for sober people [03:11] Thoughts from Paul: Paul shares that his second book, Dolce Vita, is currently in the editing process a…
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