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To 50 and Beyond podcast Lori Massicot
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A podcast to help you find joy and confidence in going and staying alcohol-free later in life.
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How Alcohol Affects Hormones During Menopause with Dr. Dawn Bantel
Episode 288
I first came across Dr. Dawn’s Instagram account and was immediately drawn to her passion for helping others and the way she teaches and shares her wisdom - which is why I reached out to invite her back to the podcast to help us understand more about what hormones are the hormones that are the key players during menopause and how alcohol affects our hormones during this time.
Dr. Dawn is a Naturopathic physician with extensive experience in the treatment of substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, and is doing work in ketamine therapy, which she talks about in this episode.
This episode is for you if you are a gal in perimenopause and beyond. It’s also for you if you’re not sure.
About Dr. Dawn:
Dr. Dawn is a licensed naturopathic physician in Arizona. She has specialized in addiction recovery for almost two decades, first as the medical director of an eating disorder treatment center and then as the medical director of a residential program specializing in addictions and trauma.
She is passionate about transformation and believes integrative medicine is an important component of addiction recovery.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
The different stages of transition into menopause
What hormones play a key role during perimenopause and beyond
The hormones effected by alcohol during menopause
How to approach your doctor and share about your drinking to get help
The best course of action to take when it comes to your drinking
Dr. Dawn’s services, including her latest research into Ketamine therapy
Find Dr. Dawn here:
Dr. Dawn's Website
Instagram
Facebook
TikTok
Mentioned in this episode:
Dr. Dawn on To 50 and Beyond #165
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Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder with Sarah Rusbatch
Episode 286
I invited Sarah Rusbatch to the podcast to talk about Alcohol Use Disorder and share how alcohol impacts women as we get older.
Sarah is a Gray Area Drinking and Menopause coach, as well as the author of the book Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol-free.
Sarah and I discuss the importance of addressing alcohol use disorder for women in midlife, exploring coping mechanisms, societal pressures, challenges, and the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle.
We also talk about the effects of alcohol during perimenopause and how to emphasize self-care, empowerment, and building resilience for those contemplating reducing alcohol intake.
You can read this episode's show notes here.
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Drinking Moderately Vs. Moderating Your Drinking
Episode 286
What does it mean to drink moderately?
Hello! I'm glad you're here.
This episode will help you understand what it really means to drink moderately. I will share the latest research, and then we will look at what it looks and feels like to be the moderator of your drinking. I’m going to share my experience with trying to be a moderate drinker and why I couldn’t.
I talk about the "moderation game" I played with myself and why just a little alcohol wasn't enough.
This episode is for you if you’re working at drinking moderately and disappointing yourself because you can’t moderate your drinking and feel bad about yourself that you can’t.
This episode is not meant to make you feel bad about your drinking.
You are not alone if you are having a hard time drinking less. I'm with you.
Read this episode's full show notes here.
Mentioned in this episode:
Florence And The Machine: Moderation
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When Alcohol is a Reward with Leigh and Anne Walkup
Episode 285
Hello, friend! I'm glad you're here!
If you have ever found yourself saying, "I deserve a drink," or feel deprived when you stop drinking because you think of alcohol as a reward, you are not alone.
You will appreciate today's episode with two of my favorite people: the twins are back!
Leigh and Anne Walkup are the Founders of Retro Rodeo Publishing, LLC and Front Porch Life Magazine.
They drank together and got sober together. They know a thing or two about using alcohol to treat themselves.
In this episode, you will hear the signs of viewing alcohol as a reward and how to change your perspective to find new rewards without drinking.
You can read the episode's full show notes here.
Thank you for listening!
Find Leigh and Anne here.
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What I Needed to Hear When I Quit Drinking
Episode 284
Hello, friend!
A short and sweet episode for you today where I reflect on what I needed to hear before I stopped drinking.
One of the things I needed to hear before I quit drinking, wasn't easy to hear, but it was the catalyst for me to get to sobriety two years later.
This episode goes out to those brave souls who are standing at the crossroads of sobriety. It is a nudge, not a push, to listen to more of what you're saying to yourself because chances are that is what you need, and deserve to hear today.
Mentioned in this episode:
Join my email community to receive my new freebie coming next week: The Daily Sobriety Toolkit, and to learn more about Team Alcohol-Free 2024 enrollment coming March 20th!
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Insights Into Addiction and 12-Step Programs Today with Angela Pugh
https://www.lorimassicot.com/Episode 283
This is an episode about the change of addiction and 12-step programs throughout the years and where we are today, with a woman who proudly shares how AA helped change her life: Angela Pugh.
Angela Pugh is a Master Life Coach, speaker, and the host of the highly popular podcast, Addiction Unlimited.
In this episode, you’ll hear: How alcohol affected her life, and what her drinking looked like before she quit drinking.
Angela’s decision to seek support through AA after she caused a serious car accident.
How AA meetings work today and how to make the program work for you.
Angela discusses the terminology of drinking labels today and why labeling yourself is the least important part of quitting drinking.
The meaning of “high-functioning” and Angela’s internal struggle as a high-functioning alcoholic.
How the coping skills she built in recovery helped her through perimenopause.
To read this episode's full show notes, click here.
To find Angela:
Angela's website
The Addiction Unlimited Podcast
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Customer Reviews
Can’t say enough good things!
Lori is a kind, accessible host, but she also packs a punch with information. This is about her ever-relatable midlife journey to being alcohol-free and to simply living well. She interviews wonderful guests too, but it’s the quality of Lori’s delivery that is so amazing. I always feel like she is speaking directly to me. I don’t miss an episode. Lori is a powerful, supportive voice in sober midlife living.
Hit home with me!
I felt your passion. I relate to your story. Today I am on my 31st day of sobriety, which I have tried and failed at several times. I have been listening to many podcasts about sobriety for the past year or more! At 65, and embarking on this journey, i appreciate the focus on an older woman who has struggled with alcohol abuse. For me, this was elevated after retirement! I doubt I am alone! Thank you for focusing “later-in-life” self discovery and positive change.
Committing to quit episode
Thank you for the episode about difficulty committing to quit. You were on fire, on point! I listened to it twice. I am 1 year sober January 7 2024 and I have been listening regularly. I have 2 challenges coming up this year my daughters wedding and a trip to Japan with my son. Will continue to persevere! Thanks again for you contribution to my life.