The No More Wasted Days Podcast

I’m catching you up on what’s happening behind the scenes, including my unexpected return to teaching, what I’m learning from the current PUSH to 100 group, and some exciting changes coming to No More Wasted Days.I’m also celebrating two years weed free and sharing honestly about why quitting weed has actually been harder for me than quitting alcohol, the identity piece I’m still working through, and why I continue to choose a completely sober life even when part of my brain still romanticizes my old one.Plus, I’m sharing the challenge I’m taking on for the final 100 days of the year and giving you a sneak peek at some incredible guests coming to the podcast soon.Grab the FREE Sober October Starter Kit, including a 31-day tracker, prep checklist, and curated podcast playlist, at nomorewasteddays.co/october.Want to try out the Day Makers for 1 month?  CLICK HERE to grab your Day Makers October PassSupport the Podcast:
If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
 
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Thinking about doing Sober October? Before you rely on willpower and hope for the best, there are a few things that can make the month a whole lot easier.In this episode, I share 5 practical ways to set yourself up for a successful alcohol-free month, including how to plan for your usual drinking window, handle the inevitable mental negotiations, replace the rituals alcohol used to fill, and start paying attention to what you're gaining instead of simply counting the days.Sober October isn't about proving you can survive 31 days without drinking. It's an opportunity to get curious about your relationship with alcohol and discover what changes when you give yourself some space from it.👉👉 Grab the FREE Sober October Starter Kit, including a 31-day tracker, prep checklist, and curated podcast playlist, at nomorewasteddays.co/october.
 
Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
 
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What happens after the first 30 days without alcohol, when the excitement wears off and alcohol-free life starts to feel a little more real?In this episode, Sara breaks down what can happen between days 30 and 100, including sneaky cravings, boredom, the urge to try moderation, brain recovery, and the identity shift that comes with learning who you are without alcohol.Plus, she explains why 100 days can give you a much clearer picture of what life without alcohol actually feels like.Join the PUSH to 100Ready to try it for yourself? Enrollment for PUSH to 100 is open now. Use code PODCAST50 to save $50 on your enrollment. https://nomorewasteddays.co/push-to-100/ Remember, the PUSH to 100 starts September 24th. Enrollment closes September 23rd at midnight.
 
Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
 
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Chelsea Stueve is back on the podcast, and this conversation goes even deeper into what life can look like on the other side of drinking.Follow Chelsea on Instagram: @yogini.chelsCLICK HERE to register for Chelsea’s Wellness Unruled Retreat.
 
Join the PUSH to 100
Ready to try it for yourself? Enrollment for PUSH to 100 is open now. Use code PODCAST50 to save $50 on your enrollment. https://nomorewasteddays.co/push-to-100/
 
Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
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TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
 

What can change when you give yourself 100 alcohol-free days?In this episode, Sara talks with Leah, a former PUSH to 100 member, about going from daily drinking and constant fatigue to feeling more present, empowered, and free. Leah shares how she navigated vacations, holidays, cravings, and a partner who still drank, plus the unexpected ways her life began to open up without alcohol.Ready to see what 100 alcohol-free days could do for you? Join the PUSH to 100 waiting list for early enrollment and the discounted waitlist rate: 
nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist
Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
 
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Your first 30 days without alcohol might not look like the highlight reels you see on social media, and that doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong.In this episode, I’m breaking down five things nobody tells you about your first month alcohol-free, including why sleep and energy may take time to improve, how much of drinking is actually habit, why boredom and big emotions can show up, and how every alcohol-free experience helps build confidence.Plus, we’ll talk about why Day 30 doesn’t have to be the finish line. It might actually be where things start getting really interesting.
Ready to see what 100 alcohol-free days could do for you? Join the PUSH to 100 waiting list for early enrollment and the discounted waitlist rate: 
nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist
Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
 
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In this episode, I’m walking you through what to realistically expect during your first seven days alcohol-free, from cravings and sleep changes to that sneaky voice that starts negotiating with you after a few successful days.You’ll learn simple strategies to make that first week easier, how to handle your usual drinking window, and why you shouldn’t judge alcohol-free life based on how you feel on day three. Most importantly, you’ll start gathering evidence that you really can do this.
👉👉 Ready to see what 100 alcohol-free days could do for you? Join the PUSH to 100 waiting list for early enrollment and the discounted waitlist rate: 
nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglist
 
Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
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IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod
 
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IG: @no_more_wasted_days
TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

If summer left you feeling like alcohol took up more space than you wanted, this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to wait until January to reset.We’re talking about using fall as a fresh start, setting a clear alcohol-free goal, focusing on what you’ll gain instead of what you’re giving up, and giving yourself permission to try alcohol-free life without deciding what “forever” looks like.Ready to see what 100 alcohol-free days could do for you? Join the PUSH to 100 waiting list for early enrollment and the discounted waitlist rate: 
nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglistSupport the Podcast:
If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.***************************************Follow the podcast on Social Media:
IG: @nomorewasteddays.podFollow Sara on Social Media:
IG: @no_more_wasted_days
TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial

Quitting drinking doesn’t have to feel like deprivation.In this episode, Sara shares six simple strategies to help you feel more confident, supported, and joyful in your alcohol-free life. You’ll learn how to manage cravings without shame, strengthen your reason for quitting, navigate social situations with more confidence, tune out drinking culture, focus on what you’re gaining, and create real moments of joy without alcohol.Whether you’re just starting to question your drinking or you’re already on an alcohol-free journey, these strategies can help you build a life that feels bigger, not smaller, without alcohol.👉👉 Ready for more support? Join the waiting list for the next round of PUSH to 100, Sara’s 100-day alcohol-free challenge:
nomorewasteddays.co/100waitinglistSupport the Podcast:
If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
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IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod
 
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TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
 

In this episode, I’m joined by Christine Reed, author of Alone in Wonderland, for a conversation about sobriety, grief, independence, and the healing power of the outdoors.Christine shares how hiking the Appalachian Trail after losing her mother changed the direction of her life, why she decided alcohol was no longer serving her, and how becoming alcohol-free created space for a bigger and more intentional life. We also talk about solo adventure, van life, living with POTS, and what it means to trust your body while continuing to challenge yourself.🏕️🥾Follow Christine (www.ruggedoutdoorswoman.com) on Instagram @ruggedoutdoorswoman and Substack at Rugged Outdoors Woman, check out her podcast and book club, Outdoorsy Women, and pick up a copy of Alone in Wonderland.
 
👉👉 Looking for support on your alcohol-free journey? Try your first two weeks inside the Day Makers community for just $7. https://nomorewasteddays.co/day-makers-community/
 
Support the Podcast:If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.
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Follow the podcast on Social Media:
IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod
 
Follow Sara on Social Media:
IG: @no_more_wasted_days
TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial