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Michelle Porterfield - Stop Over Drinking Coach, Professional Mindset Mentor, Self Discovery
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Welcome to the Set Free Sisterhood Podcast — where we ditch alcohol, heal deeply, and step into our God-given purpose. Hey Sister — let’s get honest. Are you tired of waking up at 3am with your heart racing, your mind spinning, and that pit in your stomach that whispers “What’s wrong with me?” You hide it well. You show up, you smile, you juggle all the things. But behind the scenes, you’re stuck in this cycle: Drink, regret, repeat. And deep down, you know it’s costing you — your peace, your purpose, your joy, and your connection with God. I’m Michelle Porterfield — a faith-fueled, no-nonsense coach who helps Christian women break free from the grip of alcohol, heal what’s underneath it, and create a life they actually want to wake up to. I’ve walked this road. I know the fear, the shame, and the lies the enemy loves to whisper. And I also know the freedom waiting for you on the other side. This podcast is your safe, faith-filled space to get real, do the work, and become the woman God created you to be — bold, healed, and completely set free. If you’re ready, let’s do this. Watch the FREE Masterclass: www.setfreesisterhood.com/masterclass Email at michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

  1. 2d ago

    387 \\ Eight Years Alcohol-Free… But It’s Not Really About the Alcohol.

    It’s been 8 years… but it’s not really about alcohol A couple of weeks ago, I hit 8 years alcohol-free. And I almost let the milestone pass without talking about it. Not because it isn't meaningful. It absolutely is. But because when I think about these eight years, I don't think about a number. I think about who I've become. I thought I was giving up alcohol. What I didn't realize was how much I was making room for: → Healing → Self-trust → Emotional health → Better relationships → Being a more present mom → Understanding myself → Growing in my faith → Becoming the woman God created me to be Eight years later, I'm less interested in talking about what I don't drink and much more interested in talking about the life I get to live because I stopped using alcohol to escape it. And that's what this week's podcast episode is about. It's an honest conversation about what has happened over these eight years—and why I don't see this as simply a sobriety milestone. It's a becoming milestone. With love, Michelle Ready to get support or even curious? Email me michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

  2. Aug 13

    386 \\ Do You Worry About Your Adult Children? The Weight God Never Asked You to Carry.

    Can we talk about something that is really hard for so many moms? Your kids growing up. Because here's the thing nobody tells you... Parenting doesn't end when they turn 18. The worries just change. When they were little, you worried about scraped knees, grades, and whether they were eating enough vegetables. Now you worry about: Are they making good choices? Are they happy? Are they struggling? Are they walking with God? Are they going to be okay? And maybe the hardest part... You can't fix it anymore. You can't step in and make the decision for them. You can't protect them from every heartbreak, mistake, or consequence. And if you're anything like many women I talk to, that helpless feeling can be overwhelming. Sometimes that stress leads us straight to the things we've used for relief... The glass of wine at the end of the day. The scrolling. The overthinking. The constant trying to figure out what we can do differently. But friend, what if the invitation isn't to try harder? What if it's to surrender deeper? In today's episode of the Set Free Sisterhood Podcast, we're talking about: ✨ Why worrying can feel like love ✨ The difference between caring and carrying ✨ How to stop trying to control what you cannot control ✨ What it looks like to trust God with your adult children ✨ How to love your kids while still protecting your own peace One of my favorite verses for this season is Philippians 4:6-7: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God..." Notice Paul doesn't tell us not to care. He tells us where to take our care. Your adult children need your love. They need your prayers. They need your wisdom when invited. But they do not need you to carry their entire life on your shoulders. That burden was never yours. If you've been exhausted from worrying about someone you love, I hope this episode reminds you: You can love deeply and still let go. You can pray faithfully and still have peace. You can be a good mom and stop carrying what only God can handle. ❤️ Michelle Ready to get support or even curious? Email me michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

  3. Aug 6

    385 \\ Who Takes Care of the Caregiver? How to Care for Others Without Losing Yourself.

    Can I ask you a question? Who takes care of the caregiver? The woman who remembers every appointment. The woman who checks in on everyone. The woman her adult children call when life falls apart. The woman helping aging parents, loving on grandchildren, supporting her family, serving others, and somehow trying to keep herself together. Maybe that's you. And here's what I want you to hear today: You matter too. Not just because of what you do for everyone else. Not because you're the dependable one. Not because you're the one who always knows what to say or how to fix it. You matter because you are a daughter of God. So many women I talk to have spent years pouring out, but they never learned how to receive. They carry everyone's emotions. They worry about everyone's choices. They try to fix things they were never meant to control. And eventually... they are exhausted. Sometimes that exhaustion leads them straight to the glass of wine at the end of the day. Not because they are weak. But because they are craving relief. A moment where they don't have to be responsible for everyone else. But friend, what if the answer isn't another drink? What if the answer is learning how to release what was never yours to carry? In today's episode of the Set Free Sisterhood Podcast, we talk about: ✨ The difference between caring and carrying ✨ Why worrying feels like love (but steals your peace) ✨ How to love people without trying to control their outcomes ✨ How to let God carry what you cannot ✨ The first steps to receiving support instead of always being the strong one I also want to remind you of something from Philippians 4:6-7: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God..." God doesn't ask you to carry the whole world. He invites you to bring it to Him. If you've spent years being everyone's safe place, maybe it's time to create a safe place for yourself too. You don't have to do this alone. ❤️ Michelle   Ready to get support or even curious? Email me michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

  4. Jul 30

    384 \\ What If Your Husband Still Drinks? Can Your Relationship Survive Your Sobriety?

    One of the questions I hear most often is this: "What if my husband still drinks?" Maybe that's how you've always connected. Maybe he's perfectly happy having a beer while grilling or a glass of wine at dinner, and he doesn't understand why it's so hard for you. Maybe you've wondered if you can really change when alcohol is still part of your home. The answer is yes. Your healing doesn't depend on someone else's choices. It depends on the decisions you make each day to care for yourself, renew your mind, and trust God with the rest. Will it feel uncomfortable at times? Absolutely. Your relationship may shift as you create new habits, set healthier boundaries, and discover new ways to connect. But remember this: You don't have to convince your husband to change before you begin changing yourself. One of the greatest gifts you can give your relationship is becoming more emotionally healthy, more present, and more grounded in who God created you to be. That doesn't mean controlling someone else's behavior. It means leading with love, communicating honestly, and letting go of the pressure to carry what isn't yours. If you've been waiting for your husband to be "ready" before you pursue your own freedom, I hope today gives you permission to stop waiting. Your peace matters. Your health matters. Your freedom matters. And you're not alone in this. This week's episode of the Set Free Sisterhood Podcast dives deeper into this conversation, and I think it will encourage you if this has been weighing on your heart. I'm cheering you on every step of the way. With love, Michelle Host, Set Free Sisterhood Podcast Ready to get support or even curious? Email me michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

  5. Jul 23

    383 \\ You Can't Heal the Version of You That You're Busy Judging.

    Have you ever noticed how quickly your mind turns against you after you mess up? "I should know better." "Why do I keep doing this?" "I'll never change." We think being hard on ourselves will motivate us to do better. But shame has never been a good teacher. It keeps us stuck. Healing doesn't happen through self-hatred. It happens through awareness, honesty, and God's grace. In this week's episode of the Set Free Sisterhood Podcast, I'm talking about why self-judgment blocks healing and the three things every woman needs to process if she wants lasting transformation. We dive into: Why judgment keeps your brain stuck in survival mode. How to separate what you did from who you are. The difference between conviction from God and condemnation from shame. Three simple questions that can change the way you respond after a setback. Friend, you are responsible for your choices—but you are not defined by your worst moments. Romans 8:1 reminds us, "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Imagine what would change if, instead of attacking yourself after every mistake, you got curious. Instead of asking, "What's wrong with me?" you asked, "What is God inviting me to learn here?" That's where healing begins. You've got this—and more importantly, God's got you. With love, Michelle Host, Set Free Sisterhood Podcast Ready to get support or even curious? Email me michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

  6. Jul 16

    382 \\ Change Your Identity, Change Your Life.

    Have you ever stopped to think about why some choices feel automatic? It's not because you lack willpower. It's because your choices flow from the person you believe you are. For years, I believed I was "someone who drank wine to relax." That identity made drinking feel normal—even necessary. But when God began renewing my mind, something deeper changed. I no longer saw myself the same way, and my choices started changing too. That's what this week's podcast is all about. In this episode, we're talking about: Why identity shapes your everyday decisions. How the labels you've carried may be keeping you stuck. The difference between striving to change your behavior and allowing God to transform your mind. What "embodiment" really means and how to begin living as the woman God says you already are. Simple questions to help you make choices that align with who you're becoming. You don't have to become someone completely different. In Christ, you are becoming who God created you to be. One choice at a time. One day at a time. One renewed thought at a time. I pray this episode encourages you to let go of old labels and step into the freedom God has for you. Listen to the latest episode, and if it encourages you, I'd love for you to share it with a friend who needs this reminder too. Cheering you on, Michelle Ready to get support or even curious? Email me michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

  7. Jul 9

    381 \\ Just Because You Think It Doesn't Mean It's True.

    One of the things that surprises women the most when they stop overdrinking is how loud their thoughts become. They expect to feel peaceful. Confident. Free. Instead, they often find themselves battling self-doubt, overthinking, anxiety, and harsh self-criticism. And many start wondering if something is wrong with them. Nothing is wrong with you. What's happening is that you've removed one of your primary coping mechanisms. For years, alcohol may have helped take the edge off difficult emotions. It created distance between you and the thoughts you didn't want to face. At the end of a stressful day, instead of sitting with fear, disappointment, loneliness, insecurity, or overwhelm, you poured a drink. The thoughts were still there. You just didn't have to listen to them for very long. When you stop drinking, those thoughts can feel louder because they're no longer being drowned out. But here's what I want you to know: Loud doesn't mean true. Many of the thoughts that show up are not facts. They're protection. Your brain's primary job is to keep you safe, not help you reach your full potential. So when you're trying to make changes, your brain may offer thoughts like: "You'll fail." "People will judge you." "You're not strong enough." "Why even try?" Those thoughts aren't necessarily truth. They're often attempts to protect you from disappointment, rejection, embarrassment, or uncertainty. One of the most powerful questions you can ask yourself is: "What is this thought trying to protect me from?" That question creates space between you and the thought. Instead of automatically believing it, you become curious about it. As believers, we're reminded to take our thoughts captive because not every thought deserves our agreement. God's truth is often very different from the fearful stories our brains tell us. If you're in a season where your thoughts feel louder than ever, don't assume you're failing. You may simply be becoming aware. And awareness is the first step toward healing. The thoughts may be loud. But they don't get the final word. Cheering you on, Michelle Ready to get support or even curious? Email me michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

  8. Jul 2

    380 \\ What Does Freedom Really Look Like This July 4th?

    As we head into the July 4th holiday, I want to ask you a simple question: Do you feel free? Not the kind of freedom we celebrate as a country. The kind of freedom you experience in your everyday life. Do you feel free to make choices that align with your values? Do you feel free to show up as the woman God created you to be? Or do you sometimes feel pulled along by habits, expectations, and patterns you've never fully questioned? For many women, holidays can be revealing. Not because anything is wrong with celebrating. But because holidays often shine a light on the places where we're operating on autopilot. "It's a special occasion." "Everyone else is doing it." "I'll start again next week." Sound familiar? This year, instead of focusing on being perfect, I want to invite you to become curious. Ask yourself: What am I expecting alcohol to do for me? How do I want to feel when the day is over? What would make me proud tomorrow morning? Am I making intentional choices or automatic ones? Because freedom isn't about restriction. Freedom is about having the ability to choose. And if you've been thinking about getting support but telling yourself you'll wait until fall, I want you to know you don't have to spend the summer drifting, starting over, or feeling disappointed in yourself. This is exactly why I created the Summer Growth Pass. It's a chance to receive coaching, accountability, and support through the months when so many women lose momentum. Imagine arriving at Labor Day feeling stronger, clearer, and more confident instead of wondering where the summer went. If that's what you're looking for, I'd love to support you. Praying you experience a deeper kind of freedom this week.   Ready to get support or even curious? Email me michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

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Welcome to the Set Free Sisterhood Podcast — where we ditch alcohol, heal deeply, and step into our God-given purpose. Hey Sister — let’s get honest. Are you tired of waking up at 3am with your heart racing, your mind spinning, and that pit in your stomach that whispers “What’s wrong with me?” You hide it well. You show up, you smile, you juggle all the things. But behind the scenes, you’re stuck in this cycle: Drink, regret, repeat. And deep down, you know it’s costing you — your peace, your purpose, your joy, and your connection with God. I’m Michelle Porterfield — a faith-fueled, no-nonsense coach who helps Christian women break free from the grip of alcohol, heal what’s underneath it, and create a life they actually want to wake up to. I’ve walked this road. I know the fear, the shame, and the lies the enemy loves to whisper. And I also know the freedom waiting for you on the other side. This podcast is your safe, faith-filled space to get real, do the work, and become the woman God created you to be — bold, healed, and completely set free. If you’re ready, let’s do this. Watch the FREE Masterclass: www.setfreesisterhood.com/masterclass Email at michelle@setfreesisterhood.com

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