Please join me for the beautiful discussion on all things healing and feelings with my friend Sarah Trapkus.

We define what a wound is, why you get triggered, and ways you can engage with it that feel good.

When we don't take the time to heal, we end up numbing, escaping, and avoiding our feelings, which we know isn't good for us.

We debunk some common myths and concerns around 'going there' and how long our triggers should last.

If you know you have been avoiding how you feel, you don't want to miss this episode!

Thank you, Sarah Trapkus, for coming on the podcast.

If you are a coach, check out Sarah's latest offering here: https://www.sarahtrapkus.com/rebirth

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In this episode, I break down the difference between high-quality and low-quality relaxation — and why it matters if you want to feel truly restored instead of just numbed out.

We’ve been taught to equate “relaxation” with wine at the end of the day or collapsing on the couch with a drink in hand. But that kind of low-quality relaxation only gives temporary relief — it disconnects you from your body and leaves you feeling drained or disappointed later.

I explore what high-quality relaxation really looks like: practices that fill you up, calm your nervous system, and actually help you recover from the day — things like slowing down, breathing, walking outside, or simply allowing yourself to be present.

You’ll learn how to:

• Recognize the difference between numbing out and genuine restoration
• Tune into what your body actually needs to relax
• Replace automatic end-of-day drinking rituals with higher-quality habits
• Build a more nourishing relationship with downtime and rest

By the end, you’ll see that you don’t need alcohol to unwind — you just need to redefine what “relaxing” means and take the time you need to get there.

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Please enjoy this podcast REWIND:

This week I have a very special guest to share with you, Andrea Owen.

Andrea is a global speaker, professional certified Daring Way™ life coach, and the best-selling author of 52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life, How to Stop Feeling Like Shit, and Make Some Noise. Her podcast, Make Some Noise, has been downloaded over 3 million times.

AND she's a mom to 2 teenagers AND SOBER. She's been sober for 11 years.

We talk about her story and her desire to become sober and all of her addictions preceding alcohol.

We cover all the big stuff; our pasts, our relationships, parenting, drinking, and more.

You don't want to miss this episode.

Follow Andrea HERE: https://www.instagram.com/heyandreaowen/

Listen to her podcast HERE: https://andreaowen.com/blog/

THANKS ANDREA!!

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Yesterday, I hosted a live session—Sober October: How to Take a 30-Day Break and Truly Enjoy It—and over 100 women tuned in, ready to feel better. If you missed it, don’t worry! You can still listen to the class on the podcast today: it will be available through 10/1.

In the class, I cover:

• How to take a 30-day break without white-knuckling
• What to do with cravings [step-by-step]
• How to handle social plans without feeling awkward or left out
• My “outcomes first” decision method you can use today—no waiting until October 1

You can also watch the replay through October 1st by signing up for it here: www.angelamascenik.com/soberoctober

If you loved the class and want to join us for the Sober October Challenge, do so here: www.angelamascenik.com/aliveafsoberoctober — enrollment closes 10/1.

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Who has found themselves drinking as a 'reward?'

Reward for a long productive day.

Reward for 'dealing with the in-laws.'

Reward for being a parent to teenagers.

Reward for 'being good' and going without drinking for a few days.

The reward lists can be long.

If you have found yourself 'reward drinking' this episode is for you!

You might have even said 'I couldn't find an alternative reward that sounded more appealing...'

And we talk about WHY you are seeking a reward and how nothing is going to give you the same hit as alcohol will in that moment.

It's about how to be with whatever is happening with your emotional state at that time instead of 'rewarding' yourself.

Why do you need a reward?

Tune in and find out!Also, I'm hosting a Sober October class next week, it's free, come check it out www.angelamascenik.com/soberoctober

AND

Alive AF! is open for enrollment with a waived enrollment fee now through October 1st! Join for the Sober October Challenge, check it out here and sign up https://www.angelamascenik.com/aliveafsoberoctober

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Not drinking feels simple when you don’t even want a drink. But what about those moments when the cravings and hard urges show up — after a stressful day, when you’re out with friends, or when your brain insists that a glass of wine will make everything easier?

That’s when the real work begins.

In this episode, I’ll show you why urges aren’t a sign of failure — they’re actually the training ground where you build confidence and self-trust.

You’ll learn how to pause, ride out the discomfort, and practice tools that make saying “no” possible even when it feels hard.

If you’ve ever wondered why it feels so different on “easy days” versus “craving days,” this episode will give you a fresh perspective and practical strategies you can use right away.

And I share my new favorite mantra, and you DON'T want to miss it.

Also, make sure you are on my email list to be the first to sign up for the Sober October Challenge inside the Alive AF! coaching membership, enrollment will be open September 17th through October 1st and it won't be open again this year. We are waiving the enrollment fee, I discuss all the details in the episode, so give it a listen!

Click the link to get on my email list: https://www.angelamascenik.com/

Podcast mentioned in this episode- Ep 213- Drinking Culture + All Inclusive Resorts: https://www.angelamascenik.com/podcasts/stop-over-drinking-and-start-living/episodes/2147857948

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Please enjoy this REWIND-

This week’s episode talks about the creeping effect of drinking alcohol.

Have you recognized:

1) Your drinking has increased over time in how many days a week you drink or how many drinks you have each time you drink?

2) When you try and cut back and then you are ‘loose’ with your rules around alcohol, you notice it creeping back in to your old habits?

Tune in and hear how I describe this phenomenon.

Alcohol is invasive it’s like a weed with a strong root that takes hold, and sometimes we need to do more than we think to get our drinking under control.

Song mentioned in the podcast:
Creepin’ by Metro Boomin, listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0TMA0GRBV0

Email me if you'd like to discuss working together hello@angelamascenik.com

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If you’ve ever said yes when you really wanted to say no—whether it’s to a drink, an invitation, or keeping alcohol in the house for guests—you’re not alone.

Women who over-drink often over-do in every area of life.

We people-please, over-commit, and ignore our own needs to avoid disappointing others.

But here’s the truth: every dishonest yes chips away at your self-trust and keeps you stuck in the cycle of over-drinking.

In this episode, I’ll show you why trusting yourself with your yes and no is the foundation for real freedom.

You’ll learn how to spot the difference between a clean yes and a guilt-driven one, why honesty in your relationships is essential for change, and how practicing small nos can help you build confidence and self-trust.

This is the episode to listen to if you’re ready to stop people-pleasing, start trusting yourself, and create relationships built on honesty—not obligation.

Email me if you'd like to discuss working together hello@angelamascenik.com

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