Embrace Midlife With Belinda Stark

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Embrace Midlife With Belinda Stark

"EMBRACE MIDLIFE" celebrates the authentic stories of women in their late 40’s and beyond, exploring midlife transitions through candid interviews and personal reflections. This podcast offers a space for support, insights, and community, highlighting the challenges and triumphs unique to midlife women. Join us for engaging conversations that connect and empower.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Common Pitfalls

    Send us a textIn this episode of 'Embrace Midlife,' host Belinda Stark, explores the common pitfalls when cutting back on alcohol and offers practical strategies for a sustainable approach. Belinda discusses the limitations of willpower, the importance of building supportive habits, the controversial method of gradual reduction over cold turkey, and the significance of self-compassion and celebrating small wins. Additionally, she highlights the importance of understanding triggers and maintai...

    18 min

  2. 14 JAN

    PARTNERS & ALCOHOL

    Send us a textIn this episode of 'Embrace Midlife,' host Belinda Stark delves into the challenges of managing personal sobriety alongside partners and friends who drink. She shares practical strategies for modifying routines, such as taking walks or listening to podcasts, to reduce triggers during key drinking times. Belinda highlights the importance of understanding and respectful communication with partners, adapting social activities to maintain relationships, and identifying supportive ve...

    17 min

  3. 7 JAN

    WHAT IS SOBER CURIOSITY

    Send us a textIn this episode of 'Embrace Midlife,' host Belinda Stark explores the concept of sober curiosity. She delves into what it means to question your relationship with alcohol and make more mindful choices. Belinda discusses the pressures faced by midlife women, including family dynamics, work, and menopause, and how these contribute to over drinking. Through sober curiosity, women can regain control and seek healthier lifestyles. Belinda highlights the growing sober movement, shares...

    12 min

  4. 31/12/2024

    MY SOBRIETY STORY

    Send us a textIn the first episode of the 'Embrace Midlife Summer Sober Curious Series,' host Belinda Stark shares her personal story of transforming her drinking habits. She recounts her 20-year struggle with grey area drinking, her wake-up call during Christmas 2022, and the supportive steps she took to regain control over her life. Belinda emphasizes the importance of self-love, gradual change, and support systems. She also previews upcoming topics and resources available through her coach...

    18 min

  5. 18/12/2024

    WRAP UP FOR 2024

    Send us a textIn the final episode of Embrace Midlife for 2024, host Belinda Stark reflects on an incredible year of inspiring interviews and supportive listeners. She discusses handling the pressures of the holiday season, emphasising the importance of connections over material gifts and setting healthy boundaries. Belinda shares tips on managing alcohol consumption during festive times and introduces her upcoming 'Fresh Feb - Get Your Sober Sparkle' course. She also underscores the signific...

    20 min

  6. 10/12/2024

    Perspective

    Send us a textIn this solo episode of Embrace Midlife, Belinda reflects on a recent health scare reminiscent of her past battle with breast cancer in 2014. She shares her emotional journey through a recent breast cancer scare, the relief of clear results, and how sobriety has empowered her to handle stress with clarity. Belinda discusses the significant changes over the past year, including her decision to close her successful retail business to focus on her true passion: coaching and support...

    13 min

  7. 26/11/2024

    Natalie Battaglia - The Mindful Mocktail

    Send us a textIn this episode of Embrace Midlife, host Belinda Stark chats with Natalie Battaglia, founder of the popular blog The Mindful Mocktail. Natalie shares her journey of creating luxurious, non-alcoholic cocktails that encourage a life with less alcohol. They discuss Natalie's background, her passion for mocktails, and the growth of her blog's following. Natalie also reveals details about her upcoming book, The Mindful Mocktail, which features health-conscious recipes designed in con...

    41 min

  8. 19/11/2024

    Navigating Emotional Triggers without Alcohol

    Send us a textIn this solo episode of Embrace Midlife, host Belinda Stark delves into the topic of emotional triggers and how to navigate them without resorting to alcohol. She discusses the importance of recognising and managing emotional triggers, the benefits of facing emotions head-on, and offers practical advice for those on a sober curious journey. Belinda emphasises the significance of emotional growth, resilience, and celebrating small victories in reducing or eliminating alcohol cons...

    11 min
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"EMBRACE MIDLIFE" celebrates the authentic stories of women in their late 40’s and beyond, exploring midlife transitions through candid interviews and personal reflections. This podcast offers a space for support, insights, and community, highlighting the challenges and triumphs unique to midlife women. Join us for engaging conversations that connect and empower.

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