This Naked Mind Podcast

Do you find yourself navigating and negotiating through tough times? The Negotiate Your Best Life Podcast with Rebecca Zung captures the stories of people who have navigated past external and internal challenges to finally live their best lives. I hope you check it out.

Can one brave choice give you the strength to transform your relationships? Brent turned to alcohol in high school to cope with his parents’ divorce. This choice hurt his grades, led to car accidents, affected his health, and nearly ended his marriage. After undergoing major surgery and realizing the impact of his habits on his family, he decided to make a tough but necessary change. He worked hard to rebuild his marriage and has now been happily married for 42 years. In this episode, Brent shares with Annie how making intentional choices allowed him to strengthen his family relationships and inspire others. Today, he feels healthier and enjoys being fully present for moments like cheering on his grandson at baseball games. In this episode, Annie and Brent will discuss: - Drinking to cope with parents’ divorce as a teenager - Rebuilding his marriage after alcohol’s impact - How society’s view on alcohol shapes our choices - Facing health issues and undergoing surgery - Rethinking his habits after discovering This Naked Mind - New research on alcohol's effects - Why education about alcohol leads to better choices - Enjoying holidays and special occasions in new ways - Recognizing positive changes among friends and family - Inspiring change without being forceful - Being fully present for his grandson - And other topics… Related Episodes: EP 396: Reader Question – How Can I Tell My Family the Truth About Alcohol? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-396-reader-question-how-can-i-tell-my-family-the-truth-about-alcohol/  EP 682: Reader’s Question – What Are The Health Benefits of Drinking Less? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-682-readers-question-what-are-the-health-benefits-of-drinking-less/  EP 733: You Are Not the Problem, Alcohol Is – Naked Life Story https://thisnakedmind.com/you-are-not-the-problem-alcohol-is-naked-life-story-ep-733/  Ready to take the next step on your journey?  Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

What thoughts are you holding on to, and are they still serving you? Souren has been on The PATH but is afraid of falling behind and not making it. This brings feelings of loneliness and not belonging. Meanwhile, Deanna has had a 40-year relationship with alcohol. She used it to deal with stress, anxiety, and trauma but realized it wasn’t helping her feel better anymore. Now, after nine months of not drinking, she sometimes hears inner voices pulling her back to old habits. In this episode, Coach Hayley guides Souren as he reframes his thoughts, recognizes his strengths, and focuses on his journey. At the same time, Coach Ruby works with Deanna to explore her inner thoughts with curiosity, understand their meaning, and use them to grow. In Souren’s session: - Facing his fear of falling behind and feeling left out - Unpacking feelings of not belonging - Overcoming the urge to give up - Reframing "I’m not going to make it" into positive beliefs - Questioning the beliefs that hold him back - Shifting from self-doubt to self-reliance - Letting go of comparison and embracing your own pace - Using the ACT technique to create lasting change In Deanna’s session: - Her thoughts on rehab and This Naked Mind’s approach - Using alcohol to handle anxiety, stress, and trauma - Recognizing how alcohol hid both joy and pain - Becoming more present in daily life - Learning to manage her emotions mindfully - Understanding the inner voices pulling her to drink - Responding with curiosity instead of reacting - Rebuilding a stronger relationship with her daughter - Taking control of habits through yoga and meditation - Viewing setbacks as a chance to grow Hayley Scherders is a certified TNM Coach with training from the Canadian Addiction and Mental Health Association. Drawing from personal experiences, Hayley understands how tough change can be and provides a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where her clients can feel supported. She believes that with the right mindset, anyone can change their life at any time. Learn more about Coach Hayley: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/hayley-scherders/  Ruby Williams is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach dedicated to helping people rethink their relationship with alcohol. With 19 years of experience in the wine industry, Ruby understands how alcohol can become a regular part of life, especially in social or stressful situations. After finding freedom in 2019, she was empowered to improve her health, lose weight, and achieve lifelong goals. Ruby uses thoughtful questioning to help clients shift their mindset and build a more balanced, fulfilling, and healthier relationship with alcohol. Learn more about Coach Ruby: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/ruby-williams/  Related Episodes: EP 646: Reader’s Question – Why Is It So Hard to Become Alcohol-Free? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-646-readers-question-why-is-it-so-hard-to-become-alcohol-free/  EP 670: Reader’s Question – How Do You Stay Motivated to Be Alcohol-Free? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-670-readers-question-how-do-you-stay-motivated-to-be-alcohol-free/  EP 741: Overcoming the Fear of Drinking Again: Erin’s Naked Life https://thisnakedmind.com/overcoming-the-fear-of-drinking-again-erins-naked-life-e741/  Ready to take the next step on your journey?  Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

Can you create space for the simple moments that bring you the most joy? Stephanie first tried alcohol at age 14 but she didn’t react well to it. However, seeing people enjoy drinking at her dad’s bar later shaped her idea of fun. As a young wife, she often attended parties to have a good time. What started as social drinking grew into drinking more often at home, especially during challenging times, like losing her job and navigating her daughter’s health struggles. A family vacation became a turning point when she realized she had lost joy in life’s simple moments. Inspired to change, Stephanie now embraces a mindful lifestyle, finding happiness in fitness, nature, and meaningful connections. In this episode, she joins Annie to share her journey to a confident, intentional, and joyful life. In this episode, Annie and Stephanie will discuss: - Experimenting with alcohol as a teenager - How her dad’s bar shaped her idea of fun - Navigating different drinking habits in marriage - Parenting challenges after adopting her daughter - Losing her job during the pandemic - Using alcohol to unwind during tough times - The struggle to find joy in little things - Finding support through apps and online communities - Exploring her relationship with alcohol through curiosity - Staying motivated and smashing fitness goals - Building deeper connections with family and friends - Rediscovering confidence at a high school reunion - Finding joy in simple things like morning walks - Breaking free from the stigma of not drinking - And other topics… Related Episodes: EP 326: Reader Question – Why Am I So Confident Now That I Don’t Drink https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-326-reader-question-why-am-i-so-confident-now-that-i-dont-drink/  EP 362: Reader Question – Will I Ever Have Fun Without Drinking Alcohol? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-362-reader-question-will-i-ever-have-fun-without-drinking-alcohol/  EP 744: Is Alcohol Blocking Your Peace? Alcohol Freedom Coaching https://thisnakedmind.com/is-alcohol-blocking-your-peace-alcohol-freedom-coaching-e744/  Ready to take the next step on your journey?  Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!