Soulful and Sober | Alcohol Free Living for Midlife Women

Chrissy Janiga | Intuitive Alcohol Free Coach

Soulful & Sober is for women in midlife who look put together on the outside but privately feel stuck in a gray-area relationship with alcohol. If you’re tired of moderating, making rules, taking breaks, starting over, or wondering whether alcohol is still working for you, you’re in the right place. Hosted by alcohol-free coach, author, Chrissy Janiga. This show goes beyond simply quitting drinking. We talk about the alcohol start-over cycle, anxiety, sleep, self-trust, relationships, food noise, perfectionism, intuition, purpose, and what can become possible without alcohol.

  1. Sep 10

    Ep 70 - Why You Keep Going Back to Alcohol Even When You Want to Stop

    If you keep thinking about stopping drinking but find yourself going back, this episode is for you. I’m talking about why the alcohol start-over cycle can be so hard to break, especially when you don’t identify with having a “rock bottom.” We’ll look at moderation, subconscious beliefs, all-or-nothing thinking, fear of change, and why the recurring thought “maybe I should stop drinking” may be worth listening to. You don’t have to figure out forever. Sometimes the next step is simply getting curious about what alcohol is actually giving you and what it may be keeping you from. Connect with me: *Learn more about the Sober and Sovereign Membership *Buy my book *Free Webinar: The 3 Shifts that Help Women Break Free From the Alcohol Start-Over Cycle and Wake Up to the Life They're Meant to Live *Instagram

  2. Sep 3

    Ep 69 - Sober Curious? Why You May Be Led to Stop Drinking for a Reason

    What if you keep questioning alcohol for a reason? In this episode, I share why I believe the pull toward an alcohol-free life can be about so much more than drinking. We talk about intuition, identity, the patterns underneath alcohol, and why sobriety can create the clarity to see what you actually want from your life. If you’re sober curious, already alcohol-free, or wondering what comes next, this episode will help you stop focusing only on the drinking and start getting curious about where this journey may be leading you. Connect with me: * Learn more about the Sober and Sovereign Membership * Instagram * Buy my book * Webinar: The 3 Shifts that Help Women Break Free From the Alcohol Start-Over Cycle and Wake Up to the Life They're Meant to Live

  3. Aug 16

    Ep 68 - Sober Travel: How to Have Fun Without Alcohol with Teresa Bergen

    In this episode of Soulful and Sober, I’m joined by travel writer and Sober Travel Handbook author Teresa Bergen to talk about traveling, socializing and having fun without alcohol. We talk about sober travel, FOMO, navigating social situations, handling questions about why you’re not drinking, traveling with people who drink, and learning what you actually enjoy when alcohol is no longer at the center of the experience. Teresa also shares practical tips for making alcohol free travel easier and why sobriety can open the door to adventures, experiences and connections you may never have expected. Connect with me: * Sober & Sovereign Membership * Instagram * Buy my book Soul-Led Sobriety *Free Webinar: The 3 Shifts That Help Women Break Free From the Alcohol Start Over Cycle and Wake Up to the Life They're Meant to Live Connect with Teresa: * Sober Travel Handbook * Website * Writing portfolio

  4. Aug 7

    Ep 67 - How to Stop Drinking and Find Purpose in an Alcohol Free Life with Tara Jackson

    What happens when you stop drinking and start discovering who you really are? In this episode of the Soulful and Sober Podcast, I sit down with author Tara Jackson, who shares her journey from binge drinking to seven years alcohol free. We talk about how sobriety changed far more than her relationship with alcohol it helped her reconnect with her intuition, creativity, purpose, and sense of self. We also talk about the identity shifts that happen when you stop drinking, listening to the nudges that you’re meant for something more, and why an alcohol free life can become the beginning of a much bigger transformation. If you’re sober curious, questioning your relationship with alcohol, or wondering what life after drinking could look like, this conversation will give you hope for what’s possible. Connect with me: *⁠ Sober & Sovereign Membership⁠ *⁠ Instagram⁠ * ⁠Buy my book Soul-Led Sobriety⁠ *Free Webinar: ⁠The 3 Shifts That Help Women Break Free From the Alcohol Start Over Cycle and Wake Up to the Life They're Meant to Live Connect with Tara: * Instagram: @iamtarajackson and @globalsoulpress * Tara’s books and oracle deck

  5. Jul 30

    Ep 66 - How Going Alcohol-Free Can Help You Find Your Purpose

    If you've been wondering how to find more purpose after quitting alcohol, you're not alone. Many women discover that once they stop drinking or even begin questioning their relationship with alcohol they start asking deeper questions about who they are, what they truly want, and how they want to spend their life. In this episode of the Soulful and Sober Podcast, I share why purpose isn't something you have to figure out overnight. Instead, it's something you uncover as you become more present, build self-trust, and start living in alignment with what truly matters. We discuss: * Why quitting alcohol often opens the door to a more meaningful life * How to stop putting pressure on yourself to "find your purpose" * The connection between sobriety, self-discovery, and personal growth * How your nervous system influences clarity and decision-making * Why fear and limiting beliefs keep you stuck * Practical ways to reconnect with yourself and take the next right step * How your healing journey can become part of your purpose Whether you're sober curious, taking a break from alcohol, or have been alcohol-free for years, this episode will help you stop chasing the perfect plan and start creating a life that feels authentic, peaceful, and deeply fulfilling. Connect with me: *⁠ ⁠Sober & Sovereign Membership⁠⁠ *⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠* ⁠Buy my book Soul-Led Sobriety⁠⁠ *Free Webinar: ⁠⁠The 3 Shifts That Help Women Break Free From the Alcohol Start Over Cycle and Wake Up to the Life They're Meant to Live

  6. Jul 23

    Ep 65 - Why You’re Afraid to Quit Drinking (Even When You Want To)

    What do you think Why does the thought of never drinking again feel so scary, even when you know you’re tired of the cycle? In this episode of Soulful and Sober, I’m answering a question so many women struggle with: Why am I afraid to quit drinking if I know I want to be healthier and feel better? The truth is, the fear often isn’t about alcohol itself. It’s about what you believe alcohol gives you: relaxation, fun, connection, stress relief, confidence, or a way to let loose. We’re talking about why “forever” can feel so overwhelming, the deeper fears that can come up when you change your relationship with alcohol, and why you don’t have to have this entire journey figured out today. If you’re sober curious, taking breaks, trying to moderate, or questioning your relationship with alcohol, this episode will help you look at the fear differently and start asking a more powerful question: What could I gain if alcohol was no longer in the equation? Connect with me: *⁠ ⁠Sober & Sovereign Membership⁠⁠ *⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠* ⁠Buy my book Soul-Led Sobriety⁠⁠ *Free Webinar: ⁠⁠The 3 Shifts That Help Women Break Free From the Alcohol Start Over Cycle and Wake Up to the Life They're Meant to Live

  7. Jul 8

    Ep 64 - The Power of Intuition: How to Stop Doubting Yourself

    Have you ever had a quiet feeling that something in your life needed to change... but talked yourself out of it? In this episode of Soulful & Sober, I'm joined by intuition coach Heather Alice Shea for a powerful conversation about learning to trust yourself, quiet the outside noise, and reconnect with your inner wisdom. We dive into what intuition really is (and what it isn't), why so many women struggle to trust themselves, and how alcohol, overwhelm, fear, and constant busyness can disconnect us from our authentic voice. We also talk about: * How to tell the difference between intuition, fear, and overthinking * Why your intuition often tells you things you don't want to hear but need to * The connection between emotions, the nervous system, and intuitive guidance * Simple practices to strengthen your intuition without spending hours meditating * Why slowing down, walking, journaling, and learning to feel your emotions can completely change your life * How intuition plays a role in healing your relationship with alcohol and creating lasting transformation If you've ever questioned yourself, ignored those quiet nudges, or wondered if there's something more waiting for you on the other side of alcohol, this episode is for you. Connect with Heather: Website Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a woman who needs this reminder: you already have the wisdom you're searching for. Sometimes you simply need to create enough space to hear it. Connect with me: *⁠ ⁠Sober & Sovereign Membership⁠⁠ *⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠* ⁠Buy my book Soul-Led Sobriety⁠⁠ *Free Webinar: ⁠⁠The 3 Shifts That Help Women Break Free From the Alcohol Start Over Cycle and Wake Up to the Life They're Meant to Live

  8. Jun 28

    Ep 63 - Why Smart, Healthy Women Struggle With Alcohol

    I explore the complexities of gray area drinking, the science behind alcohol's effects on the body, and practical steps to change your relationship with alcohol. This episode offers deep insights into why quitting is challenging and how to navigate the emotional and physical barriers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gray Area Drinking 01:53 Personal Journey and Insights 05:45 Understanding Alcohol's Impact on Health 10:05 The Neuroscience of Alcohol Consumption 12:03 Challenges of Moderation and Hormonal Effects 18:40 Social Constructs and Emotional Connections 22:34 Breaking Free from Conditioning 29:59 The Role of Emotional Needs 32:51 The Path to Sobriety and Growth 39:09 Conclusion and Call to Action Connect with me: *⁠ ⁠Sober & Sovereign Membership⁠⁠ *⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠* ⁠Buy my book Soul-Led Sobriety⁠⁠ *Free Webinar: ⁠⁠The 3 Shifts That Help Women Break Free From the Alcohol Start Over Cycle and Wake Up to the Life They're Meant to Live

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Soulful & Sober is for women in midlife who look put together on the outside but privately feel stuck in a gray-area relationship with alcohol. If you’re tired of moderating, making rules, taking breaks, starting over, or wondering whether alcohol is still working for you, you’re in the right place. Hosted by alcohol-free coach, author, Chrissy Janiga. This show goes beyond simply quitting drinking. We talk about the alcohol start-over cycle, anxiety, sleep, self-trust, relationships, food noise, perfectionism, intuition, purpose, and what can become possible without alcohol.

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