The No More Wasted Days Podcast
This is the No More Wasted Days Podcast. I'm your host - Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet.
Grab your favorite NA drink, and listen as we share vulnerable stories so you never feel alone on your alcohol free journey, and gain insights from us as we breakdown our most used tips and strategies that have kept us alcohol free. It’s time to break free from wasting any more of your days to the drinking/blackout/hangover cycle.
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Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara and Heather explore tips and tactics for self-forgiveness, specifically in relation to past alcohol addiction. Heather shares her battles with overcoming her transfer addiction to Sour Patch Kids.. Then they offer 10 strategies on forgiving one’s past drinking self. From accepting one’s past actions, loving oneself unconditionally, acknowledging emotions, and shifting focus towards the future. They also emphasize the supportive role of safe communities where stories can be shared and acceptance can be found. Finally, they encourage listeners to try out new hobbies or routines to aid in recovery, reaffirming that everyone, including themselves, are works in progress.
00:30 Introduction and Welcome
00:38 New Year's Resolutions and Personal Goals
00:57 The Struggle with Sour Patch Kids Addiction
02:17 Food Habits and Tracking Progress
03:16 The Challenge of Overcoming Sugar Cravings
04:36 The Journey to Forgiving Your Drinking Self
05:02 Invitation to Join the Daymakers Community
06:00 Understanding Guilt and Shame in Recovery
08:03 10 Ways to Forgive Your Drinking Self
32:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
In this podcast episode, 'No More Wasted Days' hosts Sara and Heather explore the correlation between personal values and living an alcohol-free life. They share personal anecdotes about transitioning to sobriety, recalling moments of fulfillment, happiness, and pride. They reflect on understanding their past and present values and how they've changed over time, discussing the effect sobriety has had on their relationship with themselves and others. Exploring topics of honesty and self-reflection, they share how their values influenced their decisions during their alcohol-free journeys. The hosts also share six practical steps to identify, prioritize and reaffirm one's values.
00:31 Introduction to the Podcast
00:40 Exploring the Connection Between Values and an Alcohol-Free Life
00:49 Reflections on Personal Growth and Change
01:22 Understanding the Impact of Alcohol on Personal Identity
01:51 The Journey of Self-Discovery in Sobriety
02:21 Evolving Values Over Time
03:07 The Importance of Authenticity and Alignment
03:44 Defining and Understanding Personal Values
06:53 The Role of Values in Decision Making
07:40 Steps to Identify and Prioritize Your Values
08:25 Sharing Personal Experiences and Reflections on Values
10:38 The Importance of Living in Alignment with Your Values
12:52 Reaffirming and Sharing Your Values
17:16 Conclusion: The Impact of Sobriety on Values and Life Satisfaction
Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss their personal experiences of adopting a new mindset to quit drinking. They discuss how they transitioned from viewing quitting drinking as a punishment to a beneficial life choice. They share their respective journeys which included methods such as constructing daily gratitude practice and adopting particular mantras or affirmations. They also explore visualization techniques and revamping ritual habits.
00:30 Introduction and Welcome
00:43 The Importance of Mindset in Quitting Drinking
01:14 Practical Tips for Mindset Work
01:49 The Internal Struggle of Quitting Drinking
02:40 The Power of Daily Gratitude
04:19 How to Practice Daily Gratitude
08:57 The Role of Affirmations in Mindset Shift
11:29 How to Practice Daily Affirmations
16:04 The Power of Visualization
18:56 How to Practice Visualization
19:22 The Power of Visualization in Sobriety
21:35 Changing Habits and Routines for an Alcohol-Free Life
23:01 Creating New Rituals and Habits
23:53 The Role of Habits and Rituals in Sobriety
25:51 Replacing Drinking Habits with New Activities
32:14 The Importance of Consistency in New Habits
35:36 Conclusion: Implementing New Habits and Rituals
Need some great mantras/affirmations to get you started on creating your non-drinker mindset? CLICK HERE to download a list of 10.
Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Stress is one of the leading reason people relapse. Knowing how to manage stress can help you stay strong on your alcohol free journey. On this episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara and Heather discuss various strategies to manage stress. They explain that stress is a body's natural response to any demand or challenge, and not all stress is bad. Overwhelming or chronic stress, however, can impact physical and mental health. Some of their tips include sticking to daily routines, taking care of one's nutrition, ensuring adequate sleep, and maintaining an organized to-do list. The hosts also encourage listeners to embrace a meditative practice of sensory check-ins and deep breathing exercises for immediate stress relief. They additionally highlight the role of alcohol-free living in mitigating stress and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
01:09 Understanding Stress and Its Impact
03:19 The Role of Alcohol in Stress Management
04:17 Importance of Daily Routines in Stress Management
06:49 Nutrition and Its Role in Stress Management
07:41 The Importance of Hydration
13:14 The Role of Sleep in Stress Management
17:17 Importance of Sleep in Stress Management
18:04 The Power of a To-Do List
18:30 The Brain Dump Technique
19:11 Organizing Your To-Do List
23:23 The Role of Accountability in Task Completion
24:25 Using Social Media for Accountability
26:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
27:32 Recognizing Stress in Your Body
29:20 The Power of Meditation
30:51 Sensory Check-In: A Grounding TechniqueLooking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
A 30 day break from alcohol is exactly how Sara & Heather started their alcohol free journey. CLICK HERE to join Dry January and work with Sara and Heather through your own 30 Day Break from alcohol. In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, Sara and Heather discuss the importance of communication in our everyday lives and how to do it in a healthy way. Heather shares some insightful tips on how to communicate requests effectively and avoid potential misunderstandings. The hosts underline the significance of recognizing unmet needs, distinguishing between needs and wants, and maintaining compassion and patience during the process of change.
00:30 Introduction and Welcome
00:42 Discussing the Importance of Communication
01:13 Announcement: 30 Day Alcohol Free Challenge
02:48 Sharing Personal Experiences and Challenges
05:58 Introduction to Healthy Communication
12:33 Understanding the Impact of Past Behaviors
17:13 Practical Steps for Healthy Communication
24:29 Closing Remarks and Invitation to Join the Community
Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Friday Dec 29, 2023
Friday Dec 29, 2023
A 30 day break from alcohol is exactly how Sara started her alcohol free journey. CLICK HERE to work with Sara and Heather through your own 30 Day Break from alcohol. In this episode of 'No More Wasted Days' podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss the profound life changes that can occur by engaging in a 30-day alcohol free challenge. Sara shares her personal experiences through her struggles with drinking, quitting alcohol and the significant impact resulting from this decision. They discuss the potential benefits of living alcohol-free, the challenges faced, and how one's life may improve substantially as a result. Sara also provides resources available through 'No More Wasted Days', aimed at supporting individuals on their journey to living an alcohol-free life.
00:30 Introduction and Welcome00:45 Discussing the 30 Day Alcohol Free Challenge01:41 The Controversial Life Hack: Living an Alcohol Free Life02:33 Sarah's Personal Journey to Sobriety05:27 The Birth of No More Wasted Days07:41 The Impact of Sharing Your Story08:44 The Power of Community in Sobriety23:20 The Challenges of Going Alcohol Free30:13 Life Changes After Becoming Alcohol Free34:25 How to Connect with No More Wasted Days
CLICK HERE to Grab the 10 Mantras that Sara mentioned at the end of the episode.
Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.
Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Ready to unlock your true potential in 2024?? CLICK HERE to join Dry January.In this episode of 'No More Wasted Days' podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss the importance of setting goals for the new year and how to envision a future without alcohol. They talk about their personal experiences in setting and achieving goals during their respective alcohol-free journeys. They point out how eliminating alcohol from their lives has allowed them to fully focus on their goals and make significant strides in personal development. The hosts also introduce two activities: 'You 2.0 and Wildly Improbable Goals' to help listeners reflect on their past and dream about their future.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:39 Reflecting on Personal Growth in 202301:32 Engaging with the Community on Social Media01:57 Introduction to the 30-Day Alcohol-Free Challenge02:36 Heather's Experience with the 30-Day Challenge03:41 The Importance of Mindset Shift in an Alcohol-Free Journey04:46 The Positive Impact of an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle07:51 The Challenges and Triumphs of Reinventing Yourself09:43 Activity: Identifying the Negatives of Alcohol13:49 Activity: Identifying the Positives of an Alcohol-Free Life14:58 Activity: Future Casting Your Alcohol-Free Life16:43 Reflecting on Past Predictions and Future Goals17:00 Envisioning Your Future Self18:30 The Role of Alcohol in Achieving Your Goals19:02 Sharing Personal Experiences with Goal Setting19:43 Expanding Your Vision: Looking Beyond Five Years20:06 The Reality of Alcohol in Your Future20:42 Preparing for the Upcoming 30-Day Challenge21:23 Introducing Heather's Activity: Wildly Improbable Goals22:52 The Power of Visualization in Achieving Your Goals26:29 The Impact of Alcohol on Your Dream Life28:01 The Benefits of an Alcohol-Free Life30:16 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement
Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
The show begins as Sara shares her personal experience with alcohol addiction, from binge drinking in college to quitting alcohol completely in 2019, alongside her husband.
Then, hosts Heather P-G and Sara Kaufman- Bradstreet discuss the importance of routines throughout your alcohol free journey.Emphasizing the significance of establishing consistent morning, midday and evening routines and offering practical advice for listeners wanting to embark on an alcohol-free journey. They also stress the value of regular check-ins with close ones and the use of resources like apps and self-care practices to support the transition.
00:30 Introduction and Welcome
00:39 Sara's Journey to Sobriety
03:31 Surprises and Challenges in Quitting Alcohol
05:38 The Importance of Mindset in Sobriety
07:11 The Role of Routines in Daily Life
10:02 Morning Routines and Their Impact
14:15 Evening Routines for Better Sleep
22:02 The Importance of Midday Routines
28:41 Planning Weekly Routines
33:42 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Lastly, want to try out The Unplug Meditation app that Heather and Sara both talked about? CLICK HERE to start a 30 day free trial.
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Heather & Sara both share their experiences of going through the holiday season alcohol-free. They also open up and share personal stories of embarrassing incidents and guilt-ridden memories from their drinking days compared to fulfilling, noteworthy moments from their sober seasons.
They also offer practical tips including focusing on the positives, preparing for success, remembering the real essence of holidays, and maintaining routines. Both hosts stress on the importance of being present during these moments and building healthy habits. They encourage those embarking on an alcohol-free journey, assuring listeners that it is possible, and can lead to more meaningful holiday experiences.
00:28 Introduction to Staying Alcohol-Free During Holidays
02:02 Sharing Personal Experiences with Alcohol During Holidays
06:56 The Impact of Alcohol on Mental Health During Holidays
10:19 Tips for Staying Alcohol-Free During Holidays
30:44 Conclusion and Sharing Alcohol-Free Holiday Memories
Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss the importance of tracking one's alcohol-free days and the potential pros and cons. Prior to the discussion, Heather shares her journey of quitting alcohol due to the adverse effects it was having on her life during the pandemic. The hosts highlight the different phases of alcohol abstinence, from withdrawal to the honeymoon phase and finally the resolution phase. They stress the individuality of this journey and state there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Heather and Sara advise listeners who are newly alcohol-free to be patient, seek community support, and remember that counting days is a personal choice. The hosts also share their experiences and the tools they adopted to handle the challenges.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:15 Getting to Know the Hosts: Heather's Alcohol-Free Journey
07:10 The Importance of Tracking Alcohol-Free Days
11:45 The Journey of Alcohol-Free Days: From Day 0 to Day 365
16:00 The Role of Community in the Alcohol-Free Journey
16:44 The Adjustment Phase: Day 121 to 180
18:06 The Resolution Phase: Day 181 to 300
21:15 The Recovery Phase: Day 301 to 365
34:05 Conclusion: The Personal Choice of Tracking DaysLooking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community. CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey? Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach. CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today.
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: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial
Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg
TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach