No More Booze - The Podcast

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I'm Olivia Farrelly and I am an Alcohol-Free Mentor. Every episode, I interview people who have removed alcohol from their lives. We discuss how alcohol made their lives better, how it made their lives worse, any tips they've learned along the way and what advice they would give to somebody else looking to live their lives with No More Booze. This podcast is not just about sobriety; it's about rewriting the script on alcohol culture in this extremely alcohol centric world that we live in. Becoming alcohol free invloves learning to untangle from this culture and how to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth and the pursuit of genuine happiness. As an alcohol-free mentor, I can provide guidance, support and advice to anyone who is seeking to live their life free from alcohol. I use specific tools to enhance motivation to make positive life choices regarding alcohol use. I help people identity their goals and they make specific changes accordingly. I also provide accountability to those seeking to make these changes. I show people ways to develop new, healthier coping mechanisms and make more positive, life-affirming life choices.Find me at www.greyareadrinker.ie oron Instagram @greyareadrinker

  1. Manifesting Your Best Life with Yvonne Tchrakian

    4D AGO

    Manifesting Your Best Life with Yvonne Tchrakian

    This week I welcome my gorgeous friend and Manifestie Bestie Yvonne Tchrakian @yvonnetchrakian_manifest. Yvonne is a lawyer, founder of Pause.Penny and host of The Manifest Movement Podcast. Yvonne is one of the brightest, most positive people I know. Her vibrant energy and unapologetic authenticity are absolutely contagious. We talk about the transformative power of using manifestation techniques in your life and how gratitude is the ultimate attractor. Yvonne tells us about the deeply personal experiences that shaped her, including the profound lessons learned through loss and the magic of visualising dreams. Yvonne gives us practical tips like daily affirmations, setting intentions and how to harness our manifesting potential. I've been a manifester for the past 20 odd years so I am a true believer and am so thrilled to share this episode with you all. Enjoy! Sign up for Yvonnes 21 Manifestation Challenge, starting on January 4th here: 21-Day Manifestation Challenge - Pause.Penny

    58 min
  2. 10 Sober Commandments for a Joyful Christmas with Siobhán O'Connor

    DEC 14

    10 Sober Commandments for a Joyful Christmas with Siobhán O'Connor

    Another Christmas special episode today with our gorgeous friend Siobhan O'Connor @reelmammy. Siobhán unveils her 10 Sober Commandments of Christmas! We share our personal experiences of a combined 13 sober Christmases and give tips on navigating the festive season alcohol-free. These tips range from the importance of self-preservation, dressing to impress, setting boundaries and creating new traditions, Hopefully our conversation will inspire you to embrace joy and authenticity during this special time of year. This episode contains loads of practical tips and a sense of community to help you celebrate the festive season without booze! Find out more information on my DRY JANUARY Programme starting January the 1st Alcohol Free Group Mentoring | Olivia | Grey Area Drinker

    24 min
  3. How to survive the Christmas Season Alcohol-Free with Lisa Doolan

    DEC 7

    How to survive the Christmas Season Alcohol-Free with Lisa Doolan

    In this festive special episode of No More Booze, join me and my wonderful friend Lisa as we dive into the challenges and joys of staying alcohol-free over Christmas. We reflect on our personal journeys, discussing the allure of Christmas parties and the importance of planning how to manage social pressures. The key is to PLAN, PLAN, PLAN. Together, we share tips for navigating family gatherings, work parties and festive events without alcohol while still having the craic. With laughter, vulnerability and insightful reflections, we detail how we celebrate Christmas. Together, we have 14 alcohol free Chrimbos under our belt. Whether you’re tapping into your first sober Christmas or you're a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with inspiration and support for everyone on the alcohol-free journey. Find out more information on my DRY JANUARY Programme starting January the 1st Alcohol Free Group Mentoring | Olivia | Grey Area Drinker

    38 min
  4. Reflections on 100 Episodes of No More Booze

    NOV 30

    Reflections on 100 Episodes of No More Booze

    Welcome to a landmark 100th episode of No More Booze! Join me as I reflect on the incredible journey of this podcast, celebrating the wealth of inspiring conversations and stories shared over the past two years. In this milestone episode, I take a moment to honour the transformative power of alcohol-free living, highlighting the personal growth and community connections I've made along the way. I discuss key insights from past guests, both experts who share their research and us ordinary folk who have reshaped their relationships with alcohol. As the alcohol-free movement gains momentum, I reflect on our collective journey towards healing and empowerment. I also discuss future topics that promise to delve even deeper into living a fulfilling, joyful, expansive alcohol-free life. Find out more information on my DRY JANUARY Programme starting January the 1st Alcohol Free Group Mentoring | Olivia | Grey Area Drinker

    37 min
  5. Jennifer Salzman- Living Alcohol-Free with ADHD

    NOV 23

    Jennifer Salzman- Living Alcohol-Free with ADHD

    In this episode of No More Booze, I’m thrilled to welcome Jennifer Salzman @rebelwithoutadrink a mindfulness coach from upstate New York, who has been alcohol-free for five years. Jennifer shares her unique journey with alcohol, revealing how it initially helped her cope with the challenges of ADHD and social anxiety, transforming over time into a crutch she relied on. We discuss the struggles of navigating social situations as a non-drinker, the importance of mindfulness and the power of understanding your triggers. Jennifer offers invaluable techniques to support those considering a life without alcohol, encouraging listeners to embrace their authenticity and seek joy outside of booze. Discover how Jennifer found new hobbies and built a meaningful life after alcohol and learn about the supportive community she fosters for neurodivergent individuals seeking healthier coping strategies. Jennifer is an ADHD Advocate, Mindfulness Practitioner and Alcohol-Free Life Coach. She spent more than 20 years medicating undiagnosed ADHD with alcohol, drugs and other unhealthy behaviours because she didn’t have the proper tools to cope. After receiving an ADHD diagnosis in her 40s, she finally took control and made it her mission to strip alcohol of its power and find healthier ways to deal with stress. Today, she helps others do the same through 1:1 coaching programs and online courses. Get Help for ADHD and Alcohol Abuse with Sober Coach Jennifer

    47 min
  6. Niall Davison; From Betting & Booze to Clarity & Confidence

    NOV 16

    Niall Davison; From Betting & Booze to Clarity & Confidence

    In this episode of No More Booze, I chat with Niall Davison from County Down, who has been living an alcohol-free life for two and a half years. Niall shares his journey of self-discovery, the challenges he faced while breaking free from alcohol and the profound difference it has made in his life. We chat Niall's past relationship with alcohol and how it provided temporary comfort but masked deeper issues. He discusses the liberating experiences of sobriety, including newfound confidence, joy and a clearer perspective on life's pleasures without the haze of alcohol. Niall spent two decades chasing the instant highs of gambling, drinking and anything that gave him that hit of fake pleasure. After finally walking away from the booze and the betting slips, he discovered what he’d been missing all along: actual joy. Now 800+ days sober, he writes Half-Time Team Talk — a completely free Substack newsletter blending honesty, humour, and reflections on mid-life reinvention (link below). He’s in the final stages of writing his memoir, I’ve Gotta Tip, Lads: Winning Gamblers Lose, Too, due for release in 2026.

    53 min
  7. Sharon Ledwith: 927 Days Alcohol-Free

    NOV 9

    Sharon Ledwith: 927 Days Alcohol-Free

    *** This episode contains references to and conversation around suicide*** Today, I chat with Sharon Ledwith from Galway about her incredibly transformative journey to living an alcohol free life. Sharon shares her thoughts on 927-days without alcohol, remembering the ups and downs that led to her decision. Turns out that myself and Sharon actually met 21 years ago at a house party in Bondi Beach, Sydney - a meeting that neither of us can clearly remember! Sharon reflects on her early relationship with alcohol, the cultural connections around drinking in Ireland and the emotional challenges that often follow. She discusses sensitive topics, including suicide and the impact of loss and grief on mental health, highlighting the vital link between alcohol use and emotional coping. Sharon draws on her experiences to inspire you and others, talking about how difficult it is to step in a new identity, the personal growth that comes with this life change and the deeply profound empowerment that's found in alcohol-free living. Enjoy! Sharon is the founder of Ledwith Wellness. After losing her brother to suicide and facing her own mental health struggles, she made a decision to heal from the inside out. Now she helps others do the same through emotional healing, nervous system regulation, hypnotherapy and energy work so they can move out of survival mode and finally feel calm, connected and free again. Ledwith Wellnes - Live Life on Point - Ledwith Wellness by Sharon Ledwith If you have been adversely affected by the content of this conversation please refer to Pieta Houses Website Pieta | Preventing Suicide and Self-Harm since 2006

    57 min
  8. Gail Richardson- Embracing AF Life After Lymphoma

    NOV 2

    Gail Richardson- Embracing AF Life After Lymphoma

    In this episode, Gail Richardson from Dublin shares her powerful journey of giving up alcohol, driven by her diagnosis of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Gail, who is now cancer free guided us through her diagnosis, treatment and recover and reflects on how this has completely transformed her perspective on life and her relationship with alcohol. She discusses the impact of an incredibly supportive partner and the liberation that came with her decision to go alcohol free. Gail is so honest in talking about the challenges and triumphs of choosing an alcohol free life in Ireland. Enjoy!

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About

I'm Olivia Farrelly and I am an Alcohol-Free Mentor. Every episode, I interview people who have removed alcohol from their lives. We discuss how alcohol made their lives better, how it made their lives worse, any tips they've learned along the way and what advice they would give to somebody else looking to live their lives with No More Booze. This podcast is not just about sobriety; it's about rewriting the script on alcohol culture in this extremely alcohol centric world that we live in. Becoming alcohol free invloves learning to untangle from this culture and how to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth and the pursuit of genuine happiness. As an alcohol-free mentor, I can provide guidance, support and advice to anyone who is seeking to live their life free from alcohol. I use specific tools to enhance motivation to make positive life choices regarding alcohol use. I help people identity their goals and they make specific changes accordingly. I also provide accountability to those seeking to make these changes. I show people ways to develop new, healthier coping mechanisms and make more positive, life-affirming life choices.Find me at www.greyareadrinker.ie oron Instagram @greyareadrinker

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  • Creator
    GoLoud
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Olivia Farrelly

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