This Naked Mind Podcast

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Bestselling author Annie Grace invites you to explore the role of alcohol in our lives and culture without rules, pain, or judgement. Ready to make a change? Join The Alcohol Experiment - a FREE 30-day challenge designed to deliver happiness, wellbeing and self-respect. Check out The Alcohol Experiment at alcoholexperiment.com

3D AGO

Life After Service, Life Without Alcohol | Peggy’s Naked Life | E794

How do you rebuild your identity when alcohol has been woven into every aspect of your personal and professional life? Growing up in a rural fishing community where “drinking was a pastime, to put it mildly,” Peggy couldn’t even remember her first drink. Her 28-year military career reinforced these patterns in predominantly male trades where working hard and playing hard revolved around alcohol. Finding the courage to stop drinking as a female veteran wasn’t straightforward, especially when seeking help could jeopardize her security clearance and career. In this heartfelt conversation with Annie Grace, Peggy shares her journey to freedom from alcohol after retirement, how she navigated the transition, and why she’s now training to become a coach to help others find the answers that are already inside themselves. In this episode, Annie and Peggy will discuss: The normalization of alcohol in rural communities and the military. The challenges of questioning ingrained drinking habits. The moment Peggy realized her drinking was no longer serving her. The fear of seeking help for alcohol issues within the military context. The support and understanding found within the This Naked Mind community. The concept of “duck mode” as a powerful tool for maintaining sobriety. Changing social dynamics and navigating friendships without alcohol. The realization of internal strength and wisdom. Peggy’s motivation to become a certified coach and guide others, particularly female veterans, on their journey to stop drinking as a female veteran. The transformative power of self-acceptance and kindness. And other topics… Episode links: Email Peggy - info@neaptidecoaching.com Connect with Peggy - neaptidecoaching.com Related Episodes: EP 745: How To Quit Drinking in Your 50s – https://thisnakedmind.com/breaking-through-alcohols-false-relief-joys-naked-life-e745/ EP 561: Naked Life Story – Ben – https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-561-naked-life-story-ben/ EP 292: Duck Mode Explained – https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-292-reader-question-how-do-i-stay-alcohol-free-at-a-bachelor-bachelorette-party-weekend/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

53 min
3D AGO

Introducing Negotiate Your Best Life Podcast with Rebecca Zung

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3 min
4D AGO

Letting Go of Beliefs That Don’t Serve You | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E793

What if the biggest obstacle in your alcohol journey isn’t the alcohol itself, but what you believe about yourself? In this Alcohol Freedom Coaching session, Coach Ruby Williams guides Anna Maree and Marci through their unique challenges with drinking. Anna Maree reveals how despite reaching elite athletic status and building a thriving business, she’s haunted by the feeling that her accomplishments are never enough—a belief stemming from childhood experiences. Working with Coach Ruby, she explores techniques to let go of negative beliefs that have driven her to seek escape through alcohol. Marci shares her struggle with loneliness and planning for success after experiencing the departure of loved ones. Both women discover practical tools for moving forward rather than reverting back to harmful patterns.. In Anne Maree’s session: Identifying the belief that “nothing I ever do is good enough” Understanding how childhood experiences shape current beliefs How high achievement can mask deeper emotional struggles Techniques to let go of negative beliefs through questioning Using the ACT method to challenge unhelpful thoughts Drinking to numb feelings versus facing emotions Learning to celebrate progress rather than seeking perfection Creating smaller, achievable targets for success The importance of self-compassion and other topics In Marci’s session: Recognizing patterns of drinking when alone versus with others Creating a plan for after social events to prevent relapses or data points How retirement changes drinking triggers The four-list tool for managing boredom and loneliness Moving forward versus “not reverting back” mindset shift Using post-it note affirmations as reminders Understanding why social connection reduces drinking urges Planning ahead for high-risk situations Celebrating small wins and more Ruby Williams is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach dedicated to helping people rethink their relationship with alcohol. With 19 years of experience in the wine industry, Ruby understands how alcohol can become a regular part of life, especially in social or stressful situations. After finding freedom in 2019, she was empowered to improve her health, lose weight, and achieve lifelong goals. Ruby uses thoughtful questioning to help clients shift their mindset and build a more balanced, fulfilling, and healthier relationship with alcohol. Learn more about Coach Ruby: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/ruby-williams/ Related Episodes: EP 494: How To Stop Drinking at Home Alone https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-494-reader-question-how-to-stop-drinking-at-home-alone/ EP 532: Coaching Questions with Scott Pinyard & Rina Bowring https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-532-coaching-questions-with-scott-pinyard-rina-bowring/ EP 706: Reader’s Question – Healing Emotional Pain Without Alcohol https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-706-readers-question-healing-emotional-pain-without-alcohol/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

59 min
APR 12

Is Recovery Without AA Possible? | Jenny's Naked Life | E792

Is traditional AA the only way to find lasting change? Jenny experienced bullying, sexual abuse, and emotional neglect that left her seeking comfort in alcohol from an early age. Despite trying traditional treatment methods for decades and being told repeatedly that learning how to recover without 12-step programs was impossible, Jenny continued to struggle until discovering This Naked Mind and The Path. After 15 failed treatment attempts and countless hours of therapy, she finally found peace through its science-based approach that addressed the root causes of her drinking. In this moving conversation, Jenny opens up about loss, grief, and ultimately finding joy in sobriety. Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive content related to sexual abuse and suicide. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Annie and Jenny will discuss: Surviving childhood trauma, bullying, and sexual abuse How emotional neglect can lead to seeking comfort in alcohol The devastating cycle of relapse despite multiple treatment attempts Why traditional AA meetings caused additional trauma How to recover without 12-step programs using science-based approaches Rebuilding life after experiencing devastating loss The power of connection in The Path program Finding self-forgiveness for decades of drinking Why cognitive dissonance makes early sobriety challenging Making a “burn the boats” decision for lasting change Creating boundaries with difficult family members How joy and peace replace anxiety after quitting alcohol And other topics… Related Episodes: EP 550: Reader’s Question – Is there hope for long-time drinkers who keep relapsing? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-550-reader-question-is-there-hope-for-long-time-drinkers-who-keep-relapsing/ EP 324: Reader Question – Is AA Wrong? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-324-reader-question-does-annie-grace-think-aa-is-wrong/ EP 485: Happy Days with Gabby Bernstein – https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-485-happy-days-with-gabby-bernstein/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

41 min
APR 11

Is Organic Wine Better For You?: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E791

Is organic wine better for you, or is this just another marketing tactic keeping you tied to alcohol? Lois finds herself caught between wanting to make healthier choices and falling for the "better for you" wine aisle marketing. In this coaching session with Coach Cole, she explores the cognitive dissonance between knowing alcohol is harmful regardless of its organic status, while still being drawn to the perceived benefits of "healthier" wine options. Through mindful observation and intentional choice-making, Lois discovers how to navigate her evening rituals, experiment with non-alcoholic alternatives, and approach her relationship with alcohol from a place of curiosity rather than judgment. In this episode, Coach Cole and Lois discuss: Navigating the path toward a different relationship with alcohol Exploring the question is organic wine better for you or just clever marketing The cognitive dissonance between knowing alcohol’s effects and believing in “healthier” options Using non-alcoholic wines to maintain rituals while changing behavior How our beliefs about alcohol’s benefits (creativity, ease, fun) may not match reality The costs of drinking: memory gaps, health impacts, and lost vitality Approaching drinking like a science experiment with intentional awareness Creating a menu of evening ritual choices beyond wine The importance of self-compassion and non-judgment during behavior change Aligning choices with core values of health and vitality Cole Harvey is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach. For years, he felt lost and used alcohol as a way to cope, until he decided to go alcohol-free and focus on finding his purpose. Through curiosity, self-compassion, and adventure, he transformed his life. As a habit change and mindset coach, Cole helps young men understand themselves, build better habits, and find meaning. Learn more about Coach Cole: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/cole-harvey/ Related Episodes: EP 709: Dealing with the Effects of Red Wine on Health- Maryanne’s Naked Life - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-709-naked-life-story-maryanne-p/ EP 584: Reader Question – Is red wine good for your heart? - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-584-reader-question-is-red-wine-good-for-your-heart/ EP 612: Reader Question – How To Avoid Drinking Alcohol in Social Situations - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-612-reader-question-how-to-avoid-drinking-alcohol-in-social-situations/ EP 274: Reader Question – My biggest obstacle is that I love the taste of wine, I understand I acquired the taste but I still love it!? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-274-reader-question-my-biggest-obstacle-is-that-i-love-the-taste-of-wine-i-understand-i-acquired-the-taste-but-i-still-love-it/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

48 min
APR 5

How to Stop Daily Drinking: Finding Happiness and Healing After 35 Years | Pierre’s Naked Life | E790

Can you really learn how to stop daily drinking after decades of alcohol use? Pierre's 35-year "drinking career" began at age 9 when adults first gave him alcohol in the Alps, a region where drinking is deeply woven into the cultural fabric. Despite recognizing his daily three-beer habit as problematic in his twenties, it took decades and multiple attempts before he successfully broke free. After discovering Annie Grace's approach, Pierre developed a long-term strategy to stop daily drinking and now celebrates a year of sobriety. In this episode, Pierre shares his journey from European drinking culture to peaceful sobriety, explaining how alcohol-induced depression lifted, why social pressure made quitting difficult, and how he finally created a life so beautiful he refuses to let alcohol steal even a day of it. In this episode, Annie and Pierre will discuss: First exposure to alcohol at age 9 in Europe's drinking culture The progression from social drinking to daily alcohol consumption Working in industries where drinking is normalized and accessible Multiple failed attempts at moderation and sobriety How to stop daily drinking with This Naked Mind How alcohol-induced depression and anxiety disappeared Developing a toolbox of coping strategies for life without alcohol The challenge of socializing sober in drinking-centric environments The power of curiosity in creating sustainable change Creating a life that doesn't require escaping through alcohol Finding self-love and self-understanding without alcohol The realization that "there is no love in that bottle" And other topics... Related Episodes: EP 244: Reader’s Question – Do other countries have as much of a problem with alcohol as we do in the U.S.? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-244-do-other-countries-have-as-much-of-a-problem-with-alcohol/ EP 578: Reader’s Question – Why is it hard to imagine being happy after going alcohol-free? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-578-readers-question-why-is-it-hard-to-imagine-being-happy-going-alcohol-free/ EP 737: Cole’s Naked Life - Healing Through Self-Love https://thisnakedmind.com/healing-through-self-love-coles-naked-life-e737/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

39 min
APR 4

Redefining Success After Quitting Drinking: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E789

Is true connection possible without alcohol, and how can you redefine success after quitting drinking? Julie grapples with the instant relief alcohol provides versus the long-term regrets, caught between the desire for relaxation and the pressure to be productive. Coach Cole helps her uncover the underlying emotions driving her drinking and find genuine ways to transition from stress. Cherie, on the other hand, questions the false connection alcohol fosters with friends and society. Coach Pam helps her reframe her understanding of social norms and connection, ultimately redefining success after quitting drinking. In Julie’s Session: Using alcohol to shut down constant thinking and overthinking Struggling with the transition from work to relaxation Exploring the instant relief versus long-term regrets of alcohol Challenging ingrained values of productivity and societal expectations Redefining success after quitting drinking by finding joy and peace Experimenting with new tools for relaxation, like writing and meditation Understanding the interplay of productivity and relaxation Learning to set boundaries for personal time Finding intrinsic markers of success and more… In Cherie’s Session: Confronting societal pressures and the illusion of connection through alcohol Questioning the concept of “normal” drinking behavior Reframing the idea of connection with friends and society Recognizing the false connection alcohol provides Redefining success after quitting drinking by choosing authentic experiences Overcoming the fear of “forever” and focusing on daily commitment Learning to choose better tools for social interactions Focusing on personal well being and other topics… Cole Harvey is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach. For years, he felt lost and used alcohol as a way to cope, until he decided to go alcohol-free and focus on finding his purpose. Through curiosity, self-compassion, and adventure, he transformed his life. As a habit change and mindset coach, Cole helps young men understand themselves, build better habits, and find meaning. Learn more about Coach Cole: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/cole-harvey/ Pam McRae is a Certified TNM Coach, Master Life Coach, and Gray Area Drinking Coach. Since rethinking her relationship with alcohol in 2017, she considers herself a non-drinker. Pam empowers others through her Freedom Connection group coaching, where people support each other in their alcohol journeys. She also uses her experience and knowledge to guide you through tough times such as grief. Learn more about Coach Pam: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/pam-mcrae/ Related Episodes: EP 730: Alcohol Freedom Coaching – Progress Over Perfection, Learn to Embrace Self-Compassion - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-730-coaches-podcast-coach-ellie-with-lauri-m-tina-m/ EP 162: Reader Question – Why does alcohol get a free pass in society when it is so dangerous? - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-162-why-does-alcohol-get-a-free-pass-in-society/ EP 612: Reader Question – How To Avoid Drinking Alcohol in Social Situations - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-612-reader-question-how-to-avoid-drinking-alcohol-in-social-situations/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

1h 13m
MAR 29

Are Your Choices Really Yours? Kori’s Naked Life | E788

What if everything around you has been designed to influence your choices? Kori grew up believing emotions were a weakness. As an adult, she used alcohol, food, and other substances to escape her feelings. When she focused on her health, she tried to change her drinking habits but kept falling back into old patterns, no matter how hard she tried. After joining The PATH, she uncovered the hidden thoughts shaping her choices and learned how to rewire them for lasting change. In this episode, Kori joins Annie to explore how advertising, social norms, and easy access to alcohol shape drinking and eating habits and how letting go of control helped her create real change and deeper connections. In this episode, Annie and Kori will discuss: - Growing up in poverty and learning to hide emotions - Using food, alcohol, and substances to cope - Experiencing drinking culture in the military - Feeling emotionally disconnected in relationships - Struggling to change habits while focusing on health - How the brain’s reward system shapes behavior - Why alcohol is more available now than ever - How social norms shape drinking and eating habits - Understanding liminal thoughts and unconscious decisions - Choosing self-compassion over self-judgment - Finding strength in emotional connection - Discovering the power of emotional connection - Taking small, brave steps toward lasting change - And other topics… Connect with Kori: Kori’s Website: https://korimcclurg.com/ Related Episodes: EP 162: Reader Question – Why Does Alcohol Get a Free Pass in Society When It is so Dangerous? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-162-why-does-alcohol-get-a-free-pass-in-society/ EP 649: Naked Life Story – The Food Code Interview https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-649-naked-life-story-the-food-code-interview/ EP 668: Reader’s Question – Why Willpower Fails: Cracking the Code to Emotion-Driven Behavior Change https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-668-readers-question-why-willpower-fails-cracking-the-code-to-emotion-driven-behavior-change/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

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Welcome to This Naked Mind

Bestselling author Annie Grace invites you to explore the role of alcohol in our lives and culture without rules, pain, or judgment.

Feb 27

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2 min

Annie Grace

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Feb 22

NYTreview

People are becoming sophisticated about alcohol. Historically, I felt tempted go to where the hip slip to sip wine. Reading This Naked Mind burst the bubble of fantasy promoted by the advertising and ambiance of boutique bars. Now, I feel no sense of missing out on this slice of social life. Anyone can get caught up in the slippery slope of what happens when we mix alcohol with our CNS.
Fine

11/02/2024

35708912

Annie needs to clear her throat. Annoying voice to listen to.
Loneliness

Feb 7

guitar lady

They always talk about social drinking n how friends or u r going 2 react . What about those that r lonely or don’t have friends even if one has tried . That’s very critical. I know someone who drank themselves 2 death due 2 loneliness! Audio is very poor on all podcasts . Please rectify n address the loneliness n heartbreak . Interview some of those people. Please
Are you kidding me?

11/16/2024

Jazz&Blues1017

Shame on you for promoting the use of mushrooms in the middle of an episode where the client and coach are having a meaningful discussion on overcoming addiction to cannabis! While not the same, it is still irresponsible to tout the benefits of another substance for listeners who are making strides in behavioral and emotional changes substance free. Unfollowing this entire podcast.