Best Stopdrinking Podcasts (2025)

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The 30-Day Myth: What Actually Happens to Your Brain at 30, 60, and 90 Days With Coach Victoria English 23:11

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Think 30 days is enough to quit drinking? That's the 30-Day Myth. Head Coach Victoria English reveals the truth about your brain's recovery timeline and explains why most people quit too soon. Learn exactly what changes happen at each milestone: 30 Days: A physical reset, but your reward pathways are still healing. 30-60 Days: The messy middle, whe…

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The Emotional Hangover No One Talks About With Coach Victoria English. 20:25

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The physical hangover is easy to manage, but the emotional hangover is the invisible thief of joy that keeps high achievers trapped in the drinking cycle . Head Coach Victoria English breaks down the neurochemistry: your anxiety, shame, and irritability are not personal weakness, but a predictable biochemical phenomenon . Learn about dopamine debt,…

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Chuang Tzu – The Turtle - Am I just a highly venerated shell, or am I truly living? 35:05

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"Go home!" said Chuang Tzu. "Leave me here to drag my tail in the mud!" — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 93 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of the mos…

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The Lie Every High-Achieving Drinker Tells Themselves With Coach Victoria English 25:36

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The holidays are a perfect storm where your ego whispers the six most famous last words of every drinker: "I can handle it." Head Coach Victoria English explains the Illusion of Control Bias, the competence that makes you successful also makes you dangerously underestimate alcohol. Learn how holiday stress raises cortisol by 20-25% , amplifying the…

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The Upper Limit Problem: Why You Self-Sabotage When Things Get Too Good With Coach Matt 17:20

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Everything else in your life is leveling up, so why do you keep returning to the bottle? The answer lies in the upper limit problem, a subconscious belief that you don't deserve or can't sustain success. Coach Matt breaks down the biopsychosocial factors that drive self-sabotage, from the quick reward hits of dopamine to core fears of success or fa…

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Chuang Tzu – The Man of Tao 47:56

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"While he [The man of Tao] does not follow the crowd. He won't complain of those who do." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 91 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a f…

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The Alcohol-Free Holiday Plan: Exit Strategies, Boundaries, and People-Pleasing With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:46

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The holiday season presents unique social challenges. This episode offers essential survival strategies for navigating gatherings without compromise. Coaches Jason and Matt dive into the critical nature of pre-planning: setting clear boundaries (even with family members who try to trigger you), having a guaranteed exit strategy, and ensuring you ha…

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The High Achiever's Brain: How to Stay in Flow Without Hitting the Bottle With Coach Matt and Coach Jason 16:36

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Is your "busy brain" full of creative energy, great ideas, and a powerful sense of flow? Coach Matt and Coach Jason explore the unique challenge high-achievers face: the temptation to use alcohol to enhance positive, highly-aroused states or guarantee a "soft landing." Learn why holding your breath during intense focus puts you into a sympathetic (…

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Holiday Dynamics: How to Navigate Family, Set Boundaries, and Embrace New Joy With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:11

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The holidays bring cheer, but they also bring emotional pressures and shifting family dynamics. Coaches Matt and Jason discuss the challenges of staying alcohol-free when surrounded by loved ones. Learn why clear communication and devising a pre-formulated plan (including exit strategies and setting limits on hosting) are essential for protecting y…

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Surrender to Alcohol? 50:38

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This week, we explored a question posed to us: "How do I surrender to alcohol?" 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of the most current version of Powerless But Not H…

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Your Brain is Google: Stop Asking Disempowering Questions That Reinforce Failure With Coach Terri 15:51

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Did you know your brain acts just like Google? Whatever question you ask, your brain is wired to find evidence to support it . Coach Terri Patterson reveals how constantly asking disempowering questions (like "Why can't I stop drinking?") reinforces old neural pathways, leading to self-doubt and shame . Learn how to leverage Hebb's Law and cultivat…

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The Connection Cure: How to Trade Isolation and Anxiety for Self-Love With Coach Matt & Client Talli 41:37

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For high-achievers, profound isolation and self-hatred can hide behind a "normal" exterior. Recent graduate Talli shares her raw story of overcoming a lifelong anxiety disorder and navigating multiple life crises that were compounded by isolation during the pandemic. Discover why white-knuckling it failed, and how the "connection piece" provided by…

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Change Your Story, Change Your Life: The 3 Tools of Mindset Work With Coach Matt 15:34

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Your mindset is simply "the story you tell yourself about yourself", and that story dictates your reality. Coach Matt dives into story work, the process of actively changing limiting beliefs and moving away from harmful self-talk (like the stories you tell yourself after drinking). Learn the three core, controllable tools, externalization (writing …

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Conflict vs. Architect Language: The 4 Pillars to Transform Your Self-Talk With Coach Jason 26:31

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Is your inner critic and self-talk full of negations, blame, and "shoulds"? That's conflict language, and it keeps you small. Coach Jason breaks down the four pillars of self-sabotaging speech and how to transform them into architect language that builds a stronger future. Learn how to stop being a victim (projections) and embrace accountability (r…

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Chuang Tzu – Great and Small Part 3 40:27

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" The true conqueror is he who is not conquered by the multitude of the small." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 90 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of…

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The Invisible Rock Bottom: Why 'Fine' Is the Most Dangerous Word You Can Say With Victoria English 25:15

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If you are a high achiever, you are likely a master of the word "fine" the most dangerous word in the English language. Head Coach Victoria English exposes the illusion: High achievers rarely crash; they erode quietly behind a mask of competence . Learn about the invisible rock bottom, living beneath your potential and calling it fine. Discover how…

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Stop the Procrastination: Why Your New Year's Resolution Is Broken with Victoria English 19:22

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If you're waiting for January 1st to quit drinking, you're caught in the "cycle of hopeful hesitation" a socially accepted form of procrastination. Head Coach Victoria English reveals the neuroscience: waiting reinforces old neural pathways , teaching your brain that comfort matters more than change . Learn why high-achievers must act now to streng…

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The Neuroscience of 'No': Why Boundaries Are Essential to Rewiring Your Brain With Coach Jason 17:06

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Think setting boundaries is just about manners? It's actually a vital tool for brain repair. In this insightful episode, Coach Jason explains the neuroscience of 'No' and why setting limits is critical to long-term alcohol-free success. Discover how consistent boundaries strengthen your prefrontal cortex (your brain's CEO), weaken old cravings thro…

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Chuang Tzu – Great and Small Part 2 39:15

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"He who moves with the stream of events is called a wise statesman." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 88 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of the most c…

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Embracing the Suck: Why Failure is Essential to Your Alcohol-Free Growth With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 15:49

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Do you avoid starting something if you know you won't be immediately good at it? That's perfectionism, and it's getting in your way. In this candid discussion, Coaches Jason and Matt dive into the mindset of "Embracing the Suck" and why initial incompetence (being a "white belt") is essential for growth. Learn how to dismantle the paralyzing fear o…

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Escaping the Eternal Child: A 6-Step Guide to Adult Competence and Lasting Freedom With Coach Jason 15:53

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Is an old pattern of avoidance, low frustration tolerance, and seeking novelty keeping you stuck? That's the "eternal child," and it may be the true boss of your life. In this practical guide, Coach Jason provides a six-step framework to build your competent "adult self." Learn how to challenge avoidance by setting "teeny commitments" (like paying …

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Chuang Tzu – Great and Small Part 1 50:04

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"When we look at things in the light of Tao, nothing is best, nothing is worst" — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 87 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of…

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Beyond Alcohol-Free: The 4 Key Areas Where You Should Be Celebrating Wins With Coach Jason 16:45

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Quitting drinking is just the start, the real magic lies in celebrating the life you gain! In this motivational episode, Coach Jason breaks down the four key areas where you need to look for and celebrate wins: Health, Emotional, Relationship, and Lifestyle. Learn how reclaiming time, money, and mental clarity reinforces your positive momentum with…

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The Petrov Principle: How to Pause, Question the Impulse, and Choose Logic Over Craving With Coach Jason 16:12

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How do you prevent a personal catastrophe? Learn the Petrov Principle, named after the Soviet officer who saved the world by pausing and questioning the data during a false nuclear alarm. This episode draws a powerful parallel to your alcohol-free life: your nervous system's cravings are often a "false alarm". Discover actionable strategies like bo…

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I'm Alcohol-Free... Now What? Embrace Your Inner Child and Find Your Flow With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:03

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The drinking stopped, but the question remains: "I'm alcohol-free... now what?". This episode tackles the overwhelming sense of suddenly having abundant free time and energy . Coaches Matt and Jason share powerful strategies for replacing old drinking rituals by embracing childlike exploration. Learn why pursuing hobbies like Lego, music, or puzzle…

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10 Years Alcohol-Free: Coach Teri's Journey from One Decision to a New Life With Coach Matt & Coach Teri 37:48

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Join us in celebrating Coach Teri Patterson's 10th Alcohol-Free Anniversary! In this candid interview, Terri shares her inspiring origin story of deciding to quit for good before the "sober curious" movement even had a name . Discover the counter-intuitive first steps she took, including walking her dog multiple times a night to disrupt her evening…

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Chuang Tzu – Autumn Floods Part 2 46:50

2M ago46:50

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"The game is never over. Birth and death are even. The terms are not final." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 86 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of th…

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5 Simple Ways to Align Your Heart and Mind for Lasting Clarity With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:40

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Is your head and heart constantly fighting over your decisions? That inner discord leads to chasing short-term hits instead of long-term purpose. In this foundational episode, Coaches Jason and Matt share 5 simple, neuroscience-backed techniques to achieve inner cohesion. Learn how practices like heart-centered breathing and "two-sided" journaling …

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Your Alcohol-Free Journey is the Hero's Journey With Coach Matt & Coach Jason 15:25

2M ago15:25

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This episode breaks down the three phases of the Hero's Journey, a narrative structure found everywhere from Star Wars to The Matrix and maps it onto your alcohol-free transformation. Coaches Matt and Jason explain how the emotional "Dark Night of the Soul" phase (the period of boredom or plateau) is actually the biggest opportunity for true growth…

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The 5 Simple Ways to Rewire Your Brain and Build New Neural With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 15:48

2M ago15:48

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Tired of willpower failing you? Science shows that intentionally building new habits is the key to lasting change. In this "rapid fire" and actionable episode, Coaches Jason and Matt break down five simple, neuroscience-backed strategies to rewire your brain for an alcohol-free life. Discover how engaging in novel, challenging activities, from lear…

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Chuang Tzu – Autumn Floods - Part 1 34:28

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"Of all the waters in the world the ocean is greatest. All the rivers pour into it day and night; it is never filled. It gives back its waters day and night." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 84 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki…

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Crossing the Threshold: How to Find the Internal Clarity to Quit for Good With Coach Matt & Coach Jason 17:04

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Do you feel stuck in the cycle of telling yourself you need to change, but not knowing how to make the final break? A threshold moment is that powerful point of no return that shifts everything. In this candid discussion, Coaches Matt and Jason share their personal threshold stories, revealing how they moved past simply visualizing a bleak future t…

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The Party Guy Myth: How to Retire an Old Identity and Reinvest in Yourself With Coach Matt & Devon Mickey 35:46

2M ago35:46

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Are you rushing through life's best moments to get to your next drink? Member Devon Mickey shares his journey of retiring his decades-long identity as the "party guy" after facing a massive life transition. Learn how the powerful tool of reframing alcohol as "poison" helped him rewire his brain through neuroplasticity. Devon shows why investing in …

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Chuang Tzu – Duke Hwan and the Wheelwright 42:00

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"…books contain words only. And yet there is something else which gives value to the books. Not the words only, nor the thought in the words, but something else within the thought, swinging it in a certain direction that words cannot apprehend." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 82 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to…

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The Cycles of Freedom: Harnessing the Seasons to Master Your Journey With Coach Matt & Jeff Lester 36:41

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Do you view your journey as a straight line, leaving you unprepared for inevitable shifts? The truth is, your path has seasons, just like nature. In this enriching discussion, Coach Matt and conscious leadership coach Jeff Lester use the seasonal framework to explain the natural cycles of growth and rest in an alcohol-free life . Learn how to avoid…

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Yin Yoga: The Healing Counterpoint to Your Busy Mind With Matt & Coach Jeff 19:02

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Is your active, yang lifestyle leading to burnout, causing you to seek escape or numb? High-achievers often struggle to find balance, but the answer may be stillness. In this transformative discussion, Coach Matt and conscious leadership coach Jeff Lester introduce the profound power of Yin Yoga. Learn how this deep, internal practice teaches you t…

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90 Days to Optimal Brain Function: The Science of Your Healing Mind With Coach 23:26

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Do you mistakenly believe that simply drinking less will restore your focus and energy? Coach Teri Patterson explains why sustained non-drinking is essential for genuine transformation. This episode dives into the compelling neuroscience, detailing the weekly chemical and neurological changes, from the critical GABA-Glutamate reset in week one to t…

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How to Beat the Drift: Block Time for Self-Care and Stop People-Pleasing With Coach Matt 24:00

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Are you letting old habits of people-pleasing and self-sacrifice derail your new path? That avoidance technique is a direct path to the drift and a return to unhelpful patterns. This episode exposes the fading effect bias and how to counter it by reframing self-care as a powerful necessity, not a selfish act. Coach Matt shows you how to protect you…

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Tao Recovery Podcast – Hitchhiking into Recovery by Paula R. 30:45

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On this week's podcast, we have the privilege of hearing from Paula R. She shared her story and her new book, Hitchhiking into Recovery. 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a fr…

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Beyond Willpower: Why Neuroscience and Community Beat a Half-Century Struggle With Coach Matt 33:22

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Do you feel defined by decades of struggling with alcohol? For high-achievers, the struggle often comes with profound guilt and shame. In this candid interview, Coach Matt speaks with member Gary, who shares his raw story of a near-fatal health scare (a TIA) and how he finally found a powerful path forward. Discover how a deep dive into neuroscienc…

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Change Your Lens: How to Shift from Victim Mentality to Core Power With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 35:18

2M ago35:18

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Are you caught in the loop of feeling like life happens to you instead of for you? That's the core of the victim mentality, and it's fueled by old patterns. In this episode, Coaches Jason and Matt share how to consciously change your lens by replacing scarcity thinking and helplessness with an identity rooted in your true core values. Learn how to …

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Nervous System Sync: Use the Law of Resonance to Find Your Tribe With Coach Matt & Coach Jason 35:18

2M ago35:18

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Ever feel drawn to certain people or environments without knowing why? It's not magic, it's resonance. In this neuroscience-focused episode, Coaches Matt and Jason explain how your mirror neurons and amygdala are constantly working to sync your nervous system with the people around you. Discover why this process, called co-regulation, makes choosin…

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Chuang Tzu – Action and Non-Action 45:32

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"For emptiness, stillness, tranquility, tastelessness, silence, and non-action are the root of all things." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 81 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 Yo…

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How to Find Possibility: Stop Labeling Yourself and Start Choosing Your Future With Coach Jason & Mentor T.J. Woodward 35:18

3M ago35:18

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Do you feel defined by your unhealthy relationship with alcohol or a past setback? You are not your history, your thoughts, or your labels. In this powerful, consciousness-expanding discussion, host Jason Lachance welcomes mentor T.J. Woodward to explore how to move from a mindset of pathology to one of possibility. Learn how your natural curiosity…

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The Blind Spot: Why Loved Ones Can't See Your Alcohol-Free Transformation With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:16

3M ago16:16

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Are you confused by why your loved ones aren't celebrating your alcohol-free progress? You are making massive changes internally, but they may only be seeing the external "pattern" of your past. This episode tackles the Blind Spot of Self-Perception. Coaches Jason and Matt explain why your partner, family, or friends may still struggle to trust you…

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The Number One Reason People Drift Back to Drinking (and How to Stop the Slide) With Coach Matt & Coach Jason 17:11

3M ago17:11

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Do you find yourself gradually slipping back into old, unhelpful patterns? The number one reason people return to drinking isn't a single crisis, it's drift. In this episode, Coaches Matt and Jason explain how this slow loss of momentum, skipping coaching calls or journaling "conditionally", can be highly dangerous. They dive into the neuroscience …

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Chuang Tzu – The Five Enemies 42:41

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What am I living for? "both lost their original nature" — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 78 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of the most current versio…

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Mind-Heart Alignment: The Core Strength You Need to Live Alcohol-Free With Coach Jason and Coach David 18:17

3M ago18:17

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Do you feel like you're fighting yourself in the journey toward an alcohol-free life? Your heart knows you want a change, but your mind feels stuck. Coaches Jason and David discuss the importance of Mind-Heart Alignment, a practice that moves you past fear and emotional chaos. They explain why building a strong internal core and adopting small, con…

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The Identity Shift: How to Shed Your Drinking Persona and Find True Power With Coach Jason & Coach David 23:26

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Do 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 17:32

3M ago17:32

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Do 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…