Practical tools to manage stress, set boundaries, and stay sober during the most overwhelming time of year.In this episode, were talking about why the holiday season is such a perfect storm for stress, exhaustion, and relapse risk and what actually h

If you’re a high-functioning drinker waiting for rock bottom to give you permission to quit, this episode will change everything.Most people think rock bottom is an external eventa DUI, job loss, or divorce. But that’s not what rock bottom

Here’s something nobody tells you about long-term sobriety: your brain doesn’t forget its relationship with alcohol just because you stop drinking.After 19+ years sober, I can still walk into a restaurant and automatically glance at the bar.

Why 5pm Feels Impossible (And What To Do About It)Let’s talk about the hardest part of early sobriety: that predictable window of time when the craving hits like a wave and you’re not sure you can ride it out. Maybe it’s 5pm on a Tuesd

You Put Down the Drink, But Now You Can’t Stop Thinking About Food. Here’s Why.If you’ve traded your nightly wine for nightly ice cream binges, you’re not alone.And no, it’s not just about willpower or “getting your

How to Stay Sober When You Cant Control Your FamilyThe holidays dont threaten your sobriety. Your addiction to control does.In this episode, were tossing out the traditional holiday survival guides no more tips about mocktails or leaving early. In

Avoid these traps so your recovery doesnt become a revolving door.Sobriety is just the beginning and these 6 traps are the exact reason why so many people relapse even when theyre trying to stay sober.In this episode, Angela Pugh breaks down the mos

Waiting to Feel Ready? Why Confidence Follows Action Not the Other Way AroundStill waiting to feel ready before you take that next step?Spoiler alert: that moment may never come and thats exactly why this episode is here to shake you out of hesitati

Sobriety gets you stable emotional intelligence gets you unstoppable.If youve ever felt like you got sober then life got louder, messier, and more emotionally demanding this episode is your roadmap.Im joined by my friend and emotional intelligenc

The Hard Truth About Being “The Helper” (And Why It’s Keeping You Stuck)In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood patterns in relationships: codependency.If you’ve ever felt exhausted f