No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast

Julie Miller & Steve Knapp
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Hanging out at the intersection of emotional wellness, personal growth, and living an alcohol-free life. No Alcohol Needed (formerly Through the Glass Recovery) is a podcast for anyone who is considering or has chosen an alcohol-free life and wanting more from life than just “not drinking.” Hosted by Julie Miller and Steve Knapp, certified alcohol-free life coaches, the show features honest, thoughtful conversations about the inner work that actually makes life feel better. Together, they explore topics like shame, anxiety, difficult relationships, emotional regulation, identity, and the patterns that  keep people stuck in a life that feels empty. These are conversations about building emotional skills, self-trust, and a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling without alcohol. Whether you are sober-curious, newly alcohol-free, or years into sobriety and still asking “now what?”, this sobriety podcast offers honest conversation and real life lessons learned, mixed with expert insights and perspective shifts to help you move beyond coping and toward thriving in a life that feels genuinely good. How to be happy. No alcohol needed. -- Find all of our free resources at https://noalcoholneeded.net --- Julie Miller is the founder of Create a Life So Full, a coaching practice focused on emotional resilience and living alcohol-free. Learn more at https://createalifesofull.com Steve Knapp is a sobriety and men's mental health advocate. Get to know him at https://www.facebook.com/steve.knapp.39

  1. 10H AGO

    194 | Sober Summer Survival Guide: What Actually Helps

    Summer can feel intimidating when you stop drinking. BBQs, concerts, vacations, patios, camping trips, lake days, and holidays often seem completely tied to alcohol. If you’re heading into your first sober summer wondering how you’re supposed to enjoy any of it without drinking, you are not alone. In this episode, we talk honestly about: the fear of missing out social anxiety in sobriety awkward first sober events feeling left out discovering what you actually enjoy finding joy without alcohol and what makes a sober summer genuinely fulfilling We share real stories from our own early sober summers, including the parts that were hard, the parts that surprised us, and the moments that made sobriety feel worth it. If you’ve been afraid summer is going to feel miserable without alcohol, this conversation is for you. #sobriety #soberlife #summersobriety #alcoholfree Resources we offer: 👉 Join our free weekly Zoom support group (safe, supportive, not AA): https://noalcoholneeded.net/meeting-faqs/ 👉 Get to know the people behind the voices of No Alcohol Needed: https://noalcoholneeded.net/meet-the-voices/ 👉 Private, individual coaching: https://createalifesofull.com/online-sober-coaching/

    46 min

  2. MAY 18

    193 | The Trap of Being a High Functioning Drinker

    Are you wondering whether you really need to quit drinking… even though your life still looks “fine” from the outside? In this episode, we talk about high functioning drinking, gray area alcohol use, and the subtle signs that alcohol may be affecting your life more than you realize. We discuss why it’s so easy to rationalize drinking when you’re still managing responsibilities, the emotional toll alcohol takes long before rock bottom, and how to honestly reflect on whether drinking is helping or hurting your life. We also talk about: emotional numbness and losing connection with yourself using alcohol to cope with anxiety, stress, or social discomfort why people struggle to stop even when consequences seem “small” what alcohol quietly takes away over time how to know when it’s time to seriously look at your relationship with alcohol If you’ve ever Googled “am I a functioning alcoholic?” this conversation is for you. – Resources we offer: 👉 Join our free weekly Zoom support group (safe, supportive, not AA): https://noalcoholneeded.net/meeting-faqs/ 👉 Get to know the people behind the voices of No Alcohol Needed: https://noalcoholneeded.net/meet-the-voices/ 👉 Private, individual coaching: https://createalifesofull.com/online-sober-coaching/

    1h 10m

  3. MAY 11

    192 | Why Sobriety Can Feel Empty (And How to Find Purpose Again)

    In this episode, Julie, Steve, Mike, and Christen have a deeply honest conversation about what happens when you stop drinking… but still feel lost. A lot of people expect sobriety to immediately make life feel meaningful again. But for many of us, quitting alcohol shines a light on the emptiness, anxiety, hopelessness, and identity struggles that were there underneath all along. We talk openly about: Why sobriety can still feel emotionally painful The difference between not drinking and emotional recovery Feeling purposeless and disconnected after alcohol Why this stage can feel dangerous for people in recovery Suicidal thoughts, shame, and asking for help How purpose changes throughout life Why meaning is often found in small daily actions, not one huge “calling” Learning to know yourself honestly and build a life aligned with your values This is one of the most vulnerable conversations we’ve had on the podcast, and if you’ve ever wondered: “Why doesn’t life feel better yet?” or “How do I find purpose after quitting drinking?” …this episode is for you. If you’re struggling right now, please reach out to someone you trust. In the U.S. & Canada, you can also call or text 988 for immediate support. Resources & Support Join our weekly Zoom meeting (safe, supportive, not AA): https://noalcoholneeded.net/meeting-faqs/ Get to know the people behind the voices of No Alcohol Needed: https://noalcoholneeded.net/meet-the-voices/ Private, individual coaching: https://createalifesofull.com/online-sober-coaching/

    1h 7m

  4. MAY 4

    191 | Supporting A Loved One Who Drinks Too Much (Without Losing Yourself)

    Loving someone who struggles with alcohol can feel overwhelming. You want to help. You want to fix it. You want to take the pain away. But nothing seems to work… and somewhere along the way, you might start losing yourself in the process. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to support a loved one with alcohol addiction - without taking on responsibility that isn’t yours. This is an honest conversation from both sides of the experience: what helps, what doesn’t, and how to navigate the line between supporting and enabling. In this episode, we cover: Why trying to “fix” someone’s drinking doesn’t work The difference between helping and enabling How codependency can quietly take over Why lectures, pressure, and logic often backfire What actually helps when someone is struggling How to set boundaries without feeling like you’re giving up Ways to find relief when you feel consumed by someone else’s addiction Resources mentioned: Codependent No More by Melody Beattie Al-Anon (support groups for friends and families of alcoholics) Resources we offer: - Join our weekly Zoom meeting (safe, supportive, not AA): https://noalcoholneeded.net/meeting-faqs/ - Get to know the people behind the voices of No Alcohol Needed: https://noalcoholneeded.net/meet-the-voices/ - Private, individual coaching: https://createalifesofull.com/online-sober-coaching/

    1h 4m

  5. APR 26

    190 | Why People Relapse After Years of Sobriety (And What to Watch For)

    Why do people go back to drinking after years without alcohol? And more importantly… would you see it coming if it were happening to you? In this episode, we’re talking about what actually leads to relapse after long-term sobriety. Not the obvious moments, but the harder to notice patterns that build over time. If you’ve ever wondered: “Could this happen to me?” “Why does sobriety still feel hard sometimes?” “Am I missing something?” This conversation is for you. We break down the early signs most people don’t recognize, what tends to slip first, and why “just not drinking” isn’t enough to make this sustainable long-term. This isn’t about fear. It’s about awareness—and learning how to stay connected to your life so you don’t feel pulled away from it. What You’ll Hear in This Episode Why relapse after years doesn’t come out of nowhere The subtle signs that things are starting to drift What often goes missing in long-term sobriety Why life can start to feel flat again What sustainable sobriety actually looks like — Resources & Support Join our weekly Zoom meeting (safe, supportive, not AA): https://noalcoholneeded.net/meeting-faqs/ Get to know the people behind the voices of No Alcohol Needed: https://noalcoholneeded.net/meet-the-voices/ Listen to the full podcast archive: https://noalcoholneeded.net/meet-the-voices/

    54 min

  6. APR 20

    189 | Learn to Forgive Yourself (Even If You Think You Don’t Deserve It)

    If you’re stuck replaying things you’ve done in the past… Feeling like you don’t deserve the life you have now… Or wondering if you’ll ever be able to truly move forward… This episode is for you. Shame has a way of lingering long after the drinking stops. It shows up as self-doubt, disconnection, and the lingering belief that you’re not worthy of happiness. In this conversation, we break down what it actually looks like to learn to forgive yourself - without pretending the past didn’t happen, and without getting stuck in it forever. In this episode, we cover: Why shame feels so heavy and hard to let go of The critical difference between guilt and shame Why keeping your past hidden makes things worse What self-forgiveness actually looks like in real life How to stop punishing yourself and start moving forward Letting go of past versions of yourself Why forgiveness doesn’t mean “it was okay” 🔗 Resources & Support 👉 Join our weekly Zoom meeting (safe, supportive, not AA): https://noalcoholneeded.net/meeting-faqs/ 👉 Get to know the people behind the voices of No Alcohol Needed: https://noalcoholneeded.net/meet-the-voices/ 👉 Learn about private, 1:1 coaching: https://createalifesofull.com/online-sober-coaching/

    1h 4m

  7. APR 13

    188 | Why Nothing Feels Fun After Quitting Drinking (And What To Do About It)

    Is this as good as it gets? It’s a question a lot of people ask after they stop drinking - when life looks better on paper, but doesn’t actually feel better. Nothing feels fun after drinking. Things that used to excite you feel flat. And it can leave you wondering if sobriety is really worth it. In this episode, we’re talking about why that happens - and what’s actually going on beneath the surface. We get into the brain chemistry behind that “blah” feeling, the expectations that set people up to feel disappointed, and the deeper work that has to happen if you want to actually enjoy your life without alcohol. This is the part of sobriety that doesn’t get talked about enough. The part where you realize quitting drinking didn’t magically fix everything. And it’s also the part where things can start to shift - if you know what to look for. – Check out all the resources we offer to support your alcohol free life: - One-on-One coaching - Free weekly support group on Zoom - 180+ episode archive Find it all here:  https://noalcoholneeded.net

    1 hr

  8. APR 6

    187 | The Identity Crisis No One Talks About After Quitting Drinking

    You quit drinking. So why does it still feel like something’s missing? A lot of people expect life to feel better right away after quitting alcohol. And in some ways, it does. But there’s another side of sobriety that doesn’t get talked about enough. That feeling of not knowing who you are anymore. In this episode, we’re talking about identity after alcohol and why so many people feel lost, disconnected, or unsure of themselves after they stop drinking. This is a real, unfiltered roundtable conversation with Julie Miller, Steve Knapp, Barclay Mullins, and Mike Coyne. We get into what it actually feels like to rebuild your identity, why it can feel so uncomfortable, and how to start finding your way back to yourself. We talk about: Why sobriety creates an identity gap The difference between who you were told to be and who you actually are Why it’s easier to figure out who you’re not first The fear of being seen and accepted without alcohol How to start rebuilding your identity one step at a time If you’ve ever thought, “I quit drinking… now what?” this episode is for you. — Check out all the resources we offer to support your alcohol free life: - One-on-One coaching - Free weekly support group on Zoom - 180+ episode archive Find it all here:  https://noalcoholneeded.net

    1h 10m
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Hanging out at the intersection of emotional wellness, personal growth, and living an alcohol-free life. No Alcohol Needed (formerly Through the Glass Recovery) is a podcast for anyone who is considering or has chosen an alcohol-free life and wanting more from life than just “not drinking.” Hosted by Julie Miller and Steve Knapp, certified alcohol-free life coaches, the show features honest, thoughtful conversations about the inner work that actually makes life feel better. Together, they explore topics like shame, anxiety, difficult relationships, emotional regulation, identity, and the patterns that  keep people stuck in a life that feels empty. These are conversations about building emotional skills, self-trust, and a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling without alcohol. Whether you are sober-curious, newly alcohol-free, or years into sobriety and still asking “now what?”, this sobriety podcast offers honest conversation and real life lessons learned, mixed with expert insights and perspective shifts to help you move beyond coping and toward thriving in a life that feels genuinely good. How to be happy. No alcohol needed. -- Find all of our free resources at https://noalcoholneeded.net --- Julie Miller is the founder of Create a Life So Full, a coaching practice focused on emotional resilience and living alcohol-free. Learn more at https://createalifesofull.com Steve Knapp is a sobriety and men's mental health advocate. Get to know him at https://www.facebook.com/steve.knapp.39

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  • Creator
    Julie Miller & Steve Knapp
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2022 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast

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