Show Notes
Have you ever caught yourself thinking... "My drinking isn't bad enough to ask for help." You're not alone. In this episode, I'm talking about one of the biggest reasons women stay stuck for years—the belief that you have to hit rock bottom before you're "allowed" to change.
We'll explore why alcohol isn't the real problem, why willpower keeps letting you down, and why understanding your relationship with alcohol is the first step towards lasting change. If you're tired of the mental battle, constantly negotiating with yourself, and wondering if life could feel different, this episode is for you.
The Homecoming group programme begins on 1st September. If you're ready to stop fighting yourself, book a conversation with me. We'll explore where you are now, what's been keeping you stuck, and whether Homecoming is right for you. You'll find all the booking details in the show notes.
The goal isn't simply to drink less. The goal is to need alcohol less.
If this episode has left you thinking about your own relationship with alcohol, I'd love you to join me at Beyond the Booze Live, my free monthly 90-minute Zoom workshop.
You'll understand why you can promise yourself you won't drink in the morning, only to find yourself reaching for a glass that evening.
You'll begin to see what's happening before that first drink, why alcohol has become your go-to for feeling better, and how to start making different choices without relying on willpower alone.
Beyond the Booze Live: Come and understand your drinking better.
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Find out how to work with me If you're ready to make changes- I offer two ways to work together:
The Homecoming Group Programme™ – six months of support to help you break the cycle of drinking, regain control and make choices around alcohol that feel right for you, alongside a community of women working towards the same thing.
The Homecoming Reset™ – private 90-day one-to-one support, tailored to you.
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