Love Life Sober

Love Life Sober is a Christian podcast for women questioning their relationship with alcohol and sensing God might have more for them beyond the wine glass. Have you felt that nudge from God to put down the wine glass, but the thought of relaxing, having fun, or even coping with life feels impossible without it? Are you waking up each morning vowing not to drink tonight, only to find that by five p.m., all bets are off? Love Life Sober is for sober and sober-curious women who love Jesus, or who are longing to reconnect with Him, and who know deep down that alcohol is no longer serving them. Hosted by Christian sobriety coach and author Christy Osborne, author of Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind, this podcast blends Scripture, neuroscience, and practical coaching to help you understand what’s happening in your brain, your nervous system, and your heart, and how lasting freedom from alcohol is actually possible. You’ll hear expert conversations and powerful testimonies for women exploring Christian sobriety, faith-based recovery, mindful drinking, and alcohol-free living. Each episode gently invites you to step away from wine and toward deeper connection with God, without shame, pressure, or the need to decide forever. At the heart of Love Life Sober is a simple truth. Love, joy, peace, and connection were never meant to be found in a wine bottle. They are found in Jesus. This is a grace-filled, shame-free space for women seeking freedom from alcohol through faith, neuroscience, and compassionate coaching. You don’t have to hit rock bottom. You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through sobriety. And you don’t have to do this alone. If you’re ready to loosen alcohol’s grip and live the life God is inviting you into, you’re in the right place.Welcome to Love Life Sober. Want more? Visit lovelifesober.com. 

  1. -13 h ·  Vidéo

    Why Surrender Feels So Hard (And How It Changes Everything) | Mary DeMuth

    Most of us aren't looking for another drink—we're looking for relief. Relief from the shame, the striving, the pressure, and the exhaustion of holding everything together. If you've been trying to stop drinking, break free from emotional numbing, or find real rest in Jesus, this conversation with author, speaker, and Pray Every Day host Mary DeMuth explores why surrender isn't losing control—it's where healing finally begins. Christy and Mary discuss surrender, shame, control, emotional numbing, alcohol, and why God always pursues the root before He changes the behavior. Together they unpack why numbing—whether through alcohol, scrolling, binge-watching, overworking, or endless striving—never gives the peace we're searching for, and how daily surrender opens the door to lasting healing, freedom, and genuine rest. If you've ever thought... • "Why do I keep reaching for numbing instead of real rest?" • "I want to stop drinking, but I'm scared of what will come up if I do." • "I can't let go of the shame and regret from my past." • "Why does surrender to God feel so difficult?" • "Will I ever find peace without alcohol?" Babe, this episode is for you. 🩷 Whether alcohol has become your coping mechanism or you're simply tired of carrying the weight of shame, control, and emotional exhaustion, this conversation offers a hopeful invitation into the kind of surrender that doesn't leave you empty—it leads you into the freedom, healing, and rest Jesus has been offering all along. What You'll Learn • Why emotional numbing never produces the rest your soul is searching for. • The difference between numbing and true soul renewal through Christ. • Why surrender is a daily practice—not a one-time decision. • How control can quietly become its own addiction. • Why God always heals the root before changing the behavior. • How shame and regret keep women stuck—and how grace breaks the cycle. • Why healing often happens in layers, not all at once. • The role of safe community in lasting freedom from alcohol. Resources Mentioned 📖 The Freedom of Surrender by Mary DeMuthhttps://amzn.to/4sRvZnL 🎨 Download Mary's free Scripture artworkhttps://marydemuth.com/surrender ✍️ Learn more about Mary's writer's intensivehttps://marydemuth.com/intensive Love Life Sober 🩷 Join the Love Life Sober Communityhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/community 📖 Order Christy's book, Love Life Sober: A 40-Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mindhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/book Follow Love Life Sober on Instagram@lovelifesoberwithchristy Find Love Life Sober on Youtube @LoveLifeSober Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  2. 28 juil. ·  Vidéo

    When God Asks You to Stop Drinking (And You Don't Want To) | A Love Life Sober Testimony

    From the outside, Heather had a successful career, served faithfully in church, loved Jesus, and cared deeply for her family. But privately, she found herself stuck in the exhausting cycle of questioning her drinking, trying moderation, and wondering why alcohol still had such a hold on her heart. Christy and Heather talk honestly about grief, childhood trauma, emotional drinking, surrender, and how freedom begins when we stop negotiating with God and trust Him fully. For years, Heather believed alcohol wasn't a problem because her life looked "normal." But every time God invited her closer, she felt Him gently asking her to surrender the one thing she wasn't ready to let go of... alcohol. If You've Ever Thought... • "Why can't I stop when I know God is asking me to?" • "I love Jesus... so why do I keep reaching for alcohol?" • "I don't have a drinking problem... so why is it so hard to stop?" • "If my life isn't falling apart, do I really need to quit drinking?" Babe, this episode is for you. 🩷 What You'll Learn • Why you don't need a rock bottom to question your drinking. • The subtle ways alcohol can become an idol—even for faithful Christians. • How grief and childhood trauma can fuel alcohol use. • Why moderation feels so exhausting. • What "growth points" taught Heather instead of starting over. • How loneliness became one of Heather's biggest drinking triggers. • How closing the door on alcohol opened the door to genuine peace. • What it really means to surrender alcohol to Jesus. This is a Love Life Sober testimony episode! Heather is a part of the Love Life Sober community. What she discovered wasn't simply freedom from alcohol. She discovered the peace she'd been searching for all along. Now as a leader in the community, she has helped other Christian women grow in Jesus and their sobriety journey to find that peace as well. 🩷 Resources Mentioned 🎟️ The Aligned Conference https://www.alignedconference.org/ 🩷 Join the Love Life Sober Community https://lovelifesober.co.uk/community 📖 Order Christy's Book: Love Life Sober: A 40-Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind https://lovelifesober.co.uk/book 📲 Follow Love Life Sober on Instagram @lovelifesoberwithchristy 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube Content Note This episode includes a brief discussion of suicide, grief, and emotional struggles. If these topics are difficult for you, please listen with care. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or needs support: United States & Canada: Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) United Kingdom & Ireland: Call 116 123 | You Are Not Alone | Help is available. Disclaimer The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober Podcast are not healthcare practitioners and do not provide medical, psychological, or professional advice. The content of this podcast and all Love Life Sober communications is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Views and opinions expressed by guests, or in any resources referenced, do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  3. 21 juil. ·  Vidéo

    The Mental Battle With Alcohol: Why So Many Women Stay Stuck | Jenn Kautsch

    What if the real problem isn't how much you drink—but the way you think about drinking? Are you sober curious, emotionally drinking, or fighting the mental battle with alcohol? Jenn Kautsch of Sober Sis shares why so many women stay stuck in the cycle of moderation, emotional drinking, and starting over—and how sober-minded living leads to lasting freedom with Jesus. In this powerful episode of the Love Life Sober Podcast, Christy sits down with Jenn Kautsch, founder of Sober Sis and one of the original voices in the sober curious movement, for a conversation about gray area drinking, sober-minded living, and what happens when we stop numbing and start getting honest with God. This conversation explores Christian sobriety, emotional drinking, sober curiosity, moderation, and the mental battle many women face when they know alcohol is no longer serving them. Jenn shares why alcohol can quietly become a socially acceptable way to cope, how the pressure to keep performing can keep women stuck, and why Jesus invites us into a life of presence, clarity, freedom, and connection. If you’ve ever thought… “I can stop for a bit… I just can’t seem to stay stopped.” “Wine o’clock is the only thing getting me through this season.” “Maybe I don’t have a drinking problem… but I know something needs to change.” Babe, this episode is for you. 🩷 In This Episode, We Discuss • Sober-minded living• Gray area drinking and moderation• Emotional drinking and coping• Why alcohol becomes a numbing tool• Abstinence vs. true freedom• The mental battle with alcohol• Why you don’t need a rock bottom• Comparison, shame, and starting over• Progress over perfection• Finding freedom through Jesus Links & Resources 🌿 Sober Sis Websitehttps://sobersis.com Follow Jenn on Instagram: @sobersis 📖 Jenn’s Book: Look Alive, Sishttps://amzn.to/4rnACEw 🌿 Join the Love Life Sober Communityhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/community 📖 Order Christy’s book, Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mindhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/book Learn more about the Tyndale Life Recovery Bible by visiting:https://hubs.la/Q041HjWm0 Connect on Instagram: @lovelifesoberwithchristy Subscribe on YouTube. Come hang with us! Disclaimer The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological, or professional advice nor intend for the podcast or any Love Life Sober communication to substitute for such. Views and opinions expressed in any referenced or linked resources do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team or guests. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  4. 14 juil. ·  Vidéo

    Gray Area Drinking: What Are You Really Thirsty For? | Anna Donaghey

    What if alcohol isn't the real problem—but the solution you've been using for something deeper? In this episode of Love Life Sober, Christy Osborne is joined by alcohol mindset coach, podcast host, and author Anna Donaghey to explore the emotional needs that often sit beneath drinking. Anna shares her personal journey from decades of alcohol dependence to lasting freedom while explaining why so many women don't identify with traditional recovery labels yet still feel trapped in an exhausting cycle of drinking, moderating, and starting over. Together, Christy and Anna discuss why lasting change begins with awareness instead of shame, how curiosity helps uncover the real reasons we drink, and why creating a life you genuinely love naturally weakens alcohol's grip. If you've ever wondered: • Why can't I stop drinking? • Am I a grey area drinker? • Why does moderation feel so exhausting? • What am I actually looking for when I pour a drink? • Can I change my relationship with alcohol without shame? This episode is for you 🩷 In This Episode: • What "grey area drinking" really means • Why awareness is the first step toward freedom • How alcohol becomes an emotional management system • Why moderation often feels harder than expected • The question that changes everything: Is my life good enough? • How to identify what you're truly thirsty for • Why lasting change isn't linear • Practical ways to build a life that naturally replaces alcohol 💌 Links & Resources Get Anna’s new book, “What Are You Thirsty For? ReThinking Alcohol and the Life You Want. https://amzn.to/49JaSer Anna's Podcast: The Big Drink Rethink podcast, 🌿 Join the Love Life Sober Communityhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/community 📖 Order Christy’s book, Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mindhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/book Follow Love Life Sober for weekly conversations combining faith, neuroscience, coaching, and practical encouragement to help women find lasting freedom from alcohol. DisclaimerThe creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological, or professional advice nor intend for the podcast or any Love Life Sober communication to substitute for such. Views and opinions expressed in any referenced or linked resources do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team or guests. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  5. 7 juil. ·  Vidéo

    Why Addiction Runs in Families (and How You Can Break the Cycle) | Gina Birkemeier

    Can generational trauma cause addiction? Why does addiction seem to run in families? And is it really possible to break the cycle? If you've ever wondered whether your relationship with alcohol is connected to childhood trauma, family dysfunction, anxiety, people-pleasing, or inherited patterns, this episode is for you. This week, Christy sits down with licensed professional counselor, trauma expert, and author Gina Birkemeier to explore how generational trauma, addiction, the nervous system, and faith intersect—and why your family history doesn't have to determine your future. Growing up surrounded by addiction, abuse, neglect, and dysfunction, Gina shares how God led her through healing and restoration, changing not only her own life but the legacy of future generations. Together, Christy and Gina discuss the science of epigenetics, how unresolved trauma shapes our behaviors, why shame keeps so many women trapped in addiction, and how Jesus offers a new story rooted in hope, healing, and freedom. If you've ever thought... • "Addiction runs in my family. Maybe this is just who I am."• "I'm afraid I've damaged my children because of my drinking."• "Why do I keep repeating the same unhealthy patterns?"• "I know I want to stop drinking, but I don't know why it's so hard."• "Can generational trauma really be healed?"• "Is it too late to change my family's story?" this conversation will encourage you. In This Episode You'll Learn • Why addiction often runs in families—and what actually gets passed down • The difference between genetics and epigenetics • How childhood trauma affects the nervous system and alcohol use • Why shame fuels addiction and how healing begins • Practical steps to break generational cycles • How to rebuild relationships with your children without living in guilt • Why healing isn't linear—and why that's normal • How faith, community, and God's truth create lasting transformation Resources Mentioned 📖 Generations Deep: Unmasking Inherited Dysfunction and Trauma to Rewrite Our Stories Through Faith and Therapy by Gina Birkemeier 🌐 Gina's Website: ginabirkemeier.com 📷 Instagram: @myoutloudvoice Love Life Sober Community Gina will be joining the Love Life Sober Community this August for an exclusive live masterclass on breaking generational patterns, healing inherited dysfunction, and becoming the cycle breaker in your family. 🌿 Join the Community:https://lovelifesober.co.uk/community Resources 📖 Order Christy's book, Love Life Sober: A 40-Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mindhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/book 🌿 Love Life Sober Communityhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/community 🎟️ The Aligned Conferencehttps://www.alignedconference.org/ 📲 Instagram@lovelifesoberwithchristy Disclaimer: The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and do not provide medical, psychological, or professional advice. This podcast is intended for educational and inspirational purposes only and should not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  6. 30 juin ·  Vidéo

    When Following Jesus (or Quitting Alcohol) Feels Heavy | Christopher Cook

    If you're struggling with alcohol, wondering why surrender feels so hard, or searching for Christian recovery that goes beyond willpower, this conversation is for you. What if the goal isn't just to stop drinking—but to become more like Jesus? Christy sits down with author, speaker, and podcast host Christopher Cook to explore what true transformation looks like through the lens of Scripture. Together they discuss Christian sobriety, surrender, sanctification, identity in Christ, healing, and why lasting freedom from alcohol is about so much more than simply quitting drinking. Christopher reminds us that Jesus doesn't simply ask us to lay down our burdens. He invites us to exchange them for His light yoke, trust His character, and discover the unforced rhythms of grace. • If you've ever thought: • Why does this journey feel so hard? • Have I really surrendered this to God? • Why do I keep ending up in the same cycle? • Can God really be trusted with this part of my life? Then this episode will encourage you to stop striving and start allowing God to transform you from the inside out. What You'll Learn • What sanctification actually means and why it matters in recovery • Why surrender isn't giving up—it's trusting God • How to identify the "backpack of bricks" you've been carrying • Why knowing God's character changes everything • The difference between striving and cooperating with the Holy Spirit • Christopher's practical framework: Come. Take. Learn. Find. Links & Resources Christopher's BookHealing What You Can't Erase: Transform Your Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Health from the Inside Outhttps://amzn.to/4emON9g Recommended ReadingLet Go by François Fénelonhttps://amzn.to/44maKiL Connect with Christopher Instagram: @wintodaychris Podcast: Win Today Substack: Win Today with Christopher Cook 🌿 Join the Love Life Sober Communityhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/community 📖 Order Christy's BookLove Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mindhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/book 📲 Connect on Instagram@lovelifesoberwithchristy 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube for more conversations about Christian sobriety, faith, recovery, and lasting freedom from alcohol. Disclaimer The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological, or professional advice nor intend for the podcast or any Love Life Sober communication to substitute for such. Views and opinions expressed in any referenced or linked resources do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team or guests.   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  7. 23 juin ·  Vidéo

    Cirrhosis at 36: The Wake-Up Call She Never Expected | Karla Adkins

    Could alcohol already be affecting your health—even if you think you don't have a drinking problem? Many Christian women quietly ask: • Am I drinking too much? • Is alcohol making my anxiety worse? • Could my body already be paying the price? • How would I even know if alcohol was hurting my health? The truth is, you don't have to hit rock bottom before alcohol begins affecting your body. In this episode of Love Life Sober, Christy sits down with Karla Adkins, co-founder of The Zero Proof Life and author of And She Came Tumbling Down. Like many women, Karla believed her drinking wasn't "that bad"—until she was diagnosed with cirrhosis at just 36 years old. Karla's powerful testimony, a hope-filled, truth-telling conversation about what happens when drinking goes from “normal” to medically dangerous, and how God can still write a miracle story on the other side. You'll discover why comparing your drinking to someone else's can be dangerous, how alcohol quietly impacts your body, anxiety, and nervous system, and why lasting freedom isn't found through willpower alone. Most importantly, you'll hear a story of redemption. God met Karla in one of the darkest moments of her life and transformed what could have been the end of her story into the beginning of lasting healing and freedom. If you've been wondering whether it's time to rethink your relationship with alcohol, this conversation is a loving wake up call, a reminder that your body is speaking to you earlier than you think. If You've Been Wondering... • Is alcohol quietly affecting my liver or long-term health? • Why does alcohol seem to make my anxiety worse? • How much drinking is "too much" for women? • Why do some women develop alcohol-related health problems sooner than others? • I just need to get through this season, then I’ll stop. • Can God really help me break free from alcohol? This episode is for you. 🩷 Highlights You'll Discover: • Karla's shocking diagnosis of cirrhosis at just 36 years old • The early warning signs her body was sending before she realized something was wrong • Why women can experience alcohol-related liver damage faster than expected • The connection between alcohol, anxiety, hormones, and the nervous system • Why comparing your drinking to others can keep you stuck • What helped Karla find lasting freedom beyond simply quitting alcohol • The hope, healing, and restoration God offers on the other side of surrender Resources Mentioned 📘 And She Came Tumbling Down: Breaking the Bonds of Alcohol and Creating a Life of Freedom https://amzn.to/4vpiGff 💛 Join the Love Life Sober Communityhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/community 📖 Order Christy's BookLove Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mindhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/book 📲 Connect with Christy on Instagram@lovelifesoberwithchristy Follow for more conversations about Christian sobriety, alcohol-free living, faith, healing, and finding lasting freedom in Jesus. Disclaimer The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological, or professional advice nor intend for the podcast or any Love Life Sober communication to substitute for such. Views and opinions expressed in any referenced or linked resources do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team or guests. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  8. 16 juin

    My Husband Still Drinks: Can Our Marriage Survive My Sobriety?

    What happens when you stop drinking, but your spouse doesn't? One of the biggest fears women face when considering an alcohol-free life is this: "What will happen to my marriage if I stop drinking and my husband keeps going?" In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Christy is joined by bestselling author Jon Seidl, his wife Brett, and members of the Love Life Sober leadership team to discuss marriage, sobriety, intimacy, communication, faith, and navigating relationships when alcohol is no longer at the center. Together, they explore the questions so many women are afraid to ask: • Will my husband still want to be with me if I stop drinking? • What if he keeps drinking? • Will we still have fun together? • What happens to our intimacy? • Can our marriage survive if alcohol is no longer part of our relationship? Through personal stories, practical wisdom, and honest reflections, you'll discover that removing alcohol often reveals deeper opportunities for connection, communication, healing, and growth. If you've ever worried that sobriety could cost you your marriage, this episode will encourage you to see what might actually be possible on the other side. In This Episode You'll Learn: ✓ Why many women fear sobriety will hurt their marriage ✓ How to navigate a relationship when your spouse still drinks ✓ Practical ways to stay connected without alcohol ✓ How healthy communication strengthens recovery ✓ The role faith plays in lasting transformation ✓ Why the real challenge is often deeper than alcohol itself ✓ The unexpected gifts couples experience when alcohol is removed from the relationship Resources Mentioned Join the Love Life Sober Communityhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/community Learn More About The Aligned Conferencehttps://www.alignedconference.org/ Order Christy's Book: Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mindhttps://lovelifesober.co.uk/book Connect with Christy on Instagram@lovelifesoberwithchristy Follow for weekly conversations, testimonies, and practical Christian sobriety support. Disclaimer The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological, or professional advice nor intend for the podcast or any Love Life Sober communication to substitute for such. Views and opinions expressed in any referenced or linked resources do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team or guests. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Love Life Sober is a Christian podcast for women questioning their relationship with alcohol and sensing God might have more for them beyond the wine glass. Have you felt that nudge from God to put down the wine glass, but the thought of relaxing, having fun, or even coping with life feels impossible without it? Are you waking up each morning vowing not to drink tonight, only to find that by five p.m., all bets are off? Love Life Sober is for sober and sober-curious women who love Jesus, or who are longing to reconnect with Him, and who know deep down that alcohol is no longer serving them. Hosted by Christian sobriety coach and author Christy Osborne, author of Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind, this podcast blends Scripture, neuroscience, and practical coaching to help you understand what’s happening in your brain, your nervous system, and your heart, and how lasting freedom from alcohol is actually possible. You’ll hear expert conversations and powerful testimonies for women exploring Christian sobriety, faith-based recovery, mindful drinking, and alcohol-free living. Each episode gently invites you to step away from wine and toward deeper connection with God, without shame, pressure, or the need to decide forever. At the heart of Love Life Sober is a simple truth. Love, joy, peace, and connection were never meant to be found in a wine bottle. They are found in Jesus. This is a grace-filled, shame-free space for women seeking freedom from alcohol through faith, neuroscience, and compassionate coaching. You don’t have to hit rock bottom. You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through sobriety. And you don’t have to do this alone. If you’re ready to loosen alcohol’s grip and live the life God is inviting you into, you’re in the right place.Welcome to Love Life Sober. Want more? Visit lovelifesober.com. 

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