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It's Not About the AlcoholEP230 Minisode: Processing The Background AlarmIn today’s episode, Colleen unpacks why your background alarm is going off—and how to finally turn it off. You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. And your bedtime resistance, your anxious spinouts, your self-sabotage? They’re not random. They. Are. Patterns. Habits formed by younger versions of you who were just trying to stay safe. This episode dives into how childhood beliefs shape your nervous system, why emotional energy gets trapped in the body, and how to reclaim that energy instead of wasting it on panic, shame, or perfectionism. If your anxiety...2025-06-2815 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP229 Minisode: The Black MirrorYou’ve probably heard me say the common phrase “the call is coming from inside the house” — but what if every judgment you make about someone else is too? In this episode, Colleen unpacks the concept of The Black Mirror — the idea that your emotional reactions to other people are often projections of the stories, beliefs, and insecurities you hold about yourself. You’ll learn how to flip the script when you're triggered by someone else's behavior, turn judgment into powerful self-awareness, and use emotional sobriety skills to stop reacting from fear and start responding from clarity...2025-06-2610 min
The Robert Scott Bell ShowTrump Obliterates Iran Nukes, Colleen Kachmann, Emotional Sobriety, Sheriff Mack, CSPOA - The RSB Show 6-23-25TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Trump Obliterates Iran Nukes, Oil Prices To Soar, Colleen Kachmann, Emotional Sobriety, Guaco, Modern Food Liver Crisis, Sheriff Mack, CSPOA, USDA Deregulates GMO Corn, Bird Flu Vax for Poultry, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/trump-obliterates-iran-nukes-oil-prices-to-soar-colleen-kachmann-emotional-sobriety-guaco-modern-food-liver-crisis-sheriff-mack-cspoa-usda-deregulates-gmo-corn-bird-flu-vax-for-poultry-and-m/
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The Robert Scott Bell ShowTrump Obliterates Iran Nukes, Colleen Kachmann, Emotional Sobriety, Sheriff Mack, CSPOA - The RSB Show 6-23-25TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Trump Obliterates Iran Nukes, Oil Prices To Soar, Colleen Kachmann, Emotional Sobriety, Guaco, Modern Food Liver Crisis, Sheriff Mack, CSPOA, USDA Deregulates GMO Corn, Bird Flu Vax for Poultry, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/trump-obliterates-iran-nukes-oil-prices-to-soar-colleen-kachmann-emotional-sobriety-guaco-modern-food-liver-crisis-sheriff-mack-cspoa-usda-deregulates-gmo-corn-bird-flu-vax-for-poultry-and-m/ Please read this disclaimer carefully before you (“you”, “your”) use our [Your Website URL] website (“website”, “service”) operated by the [Your Business Name] (“operator”, “us”, “we”, “our”). Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted...2025-06-242h 33
It's Not About the AlcoholEP 227 Minisode: The Upper Limit ProblemMost women don’t realize how uncomfortable they are with feeling good—until things start going too well. That’s when the sabotage creeps in. A snappy comment. A skipped workout. An unnecessary glass of wine. In today’s episode, Colleen breaks down the concept of the “upper limit problem” from The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks—and explains how perfectionists and people-pleasers unknowingly block joy, ease, and success by clinging to struggle. You’ll learn how your emotional thermostat gets set in childhood, why guilt and discomfort with pleasure keep you stuck, and how to reset your int...2025-06-2110 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP226 Minisode: Becoming Unfuckwithable instead of resentfulIn today’s episode, Colleen shares a powerful one-on-one coaching conversation with a client who was dreading a weekend trip with her judgmental, high-maintenance mother-in-law. What started as a fear of overdrinking turned into something much deeper—a real-time lesson in emotional ownership, boundaries, and what it means to become unfuckwithable. This episode isn’t about family dynamics—it’s about taking your power back. If you’ve ever agreed to something just to avoid conflict and ended up feeling resentful, this is for you. You’ll walk away with practical language, new scripts, and the mindset sh...2025-06-1909 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP224 Minisode: Feeling rushed is not a factIn today’s episode, Colleen unpacks a subtle but powerful mindset that can completely shift how you experience stress, pressure, and time. Whether it’s a packed calendar, an airport sprint, or your own inner critic barking about everything you should be doing, the real problem isn’t your to-do list—it’s your nervous system. This episode explores how urgency is often just emotional dysregulation in disguise, and why “getting everything done” will never create the calm you’re actually craving. If you’re constantly on the go, juggling work, family, and the secret shame of overdrink...2025-06-1206 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP222 Minisode: Stop Chasing The HighsIn today’s episode, Colleen shares a personal reflection on what it means to stay emotionally sober when things are going really well. When the business is booming, the boxes are checked, and it feels like everything is finally clicking. Most of us assume that emotional work is about learning how to handle hard moments—grief, anxiety, cravings, conflict, etc. Though that's true in it's own right, there is still a catch. ----> If your mood is dictated by external wins, then your nervous system is still being hijacked, and the crash that follows might be more...2025-06-0709 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP221 Minisode: How to actually feel your feelings In this episode, Colleen breaks down the difference between thinking your feelings and actually feeling them—and why most high-achieving women get stuck in a loop that keeps them stressed, stuck, and searching for answers in the wrong places. You’ll learn a simple, body-based skill that helps you shift out of emotional overwhelm and back into clarity, presence, and personal power—without needing to fix, solve, or overexplain anything at all. Whether you’re drinking to numb the noise or overthinking your way into burnout, this episode will show you how to interrupt the loop and...2025-06-0514 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP219 Minisode: Anxiety is an alarmMost of us see anxiety as a personal flaw—something to fix, medicate, or avoid. But what if anxiety isn’t the problem at all? What if it’s the invitation? In today’s episode, Colleen breaks down the two types of anxiety as explained by Dr. Russell Kennedy—foreground alarm and background alarm—and shares a personal story of how unresolved fears and childhood programming were quietly driving Colleen into burnout... even though her mindset looked great on the surface. This isn’t just about alcohol. It’s about understanding the real source of your stress, shi...2025-05-3112 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP218 Minisode: Reducing Anxiety is the Anti-GoalIn today’s episode, Colleen dismantles one of the most common mindset traps she see's in her clients: the belief that anxiety is something to get rid of. If you’ve ever said, “I’m just an anxious person,” or used alcohol to calm your nerves before a flight, presentation, or party—you’re not alone. But what if anxiety itself isn’t the problem? She'll walk you through a real client breakthrough where they shifted the focus away from “less anxiety” and toward something far more powerful: a regulated nervous system. You’ll learn why trying to “not drink” or “not...2025-05-2911 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP216 Minisode: Pursuing Purpose Instead Of "Less Alcohol"In today's episode, you’ll hear a deeply personal story about the night Colleen’s college-age kids brought home a big bottle of vodka—and invited her to join them. Years ago, this would’ve been the moment she feared the most. But something powerful has shifted. You’ll hear how self-trust changes everything, how desire—not discipline—is what drives real transformation, and why the solution to alcohol use disorder has nothing to do with drinking. Whether you’re still stuck in the "managing it" phase or wondering how to build a life that feels bigger tha...2025-05-2411 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP215 Minisode: This is the woo-woo partIf the solution to alcohol use disorder isn’t a behavior, but a feeling— HOW THE HELL DO YOU PRACTICE A FEELING? In today’s episode, Colleen breaks down the mindset shift that will completely change the way you think about manifestation. Not the toxic, glittery, vision-board version. But the grounded, neuroscience-backed practice of training your body and brain to feel powerful on purpose—so you don’t need alcohol to feel that way for you. Colleen explains why "wanting" and "waiting" energy keeps you stuck, why your thoughts aren’t facts (even the convincing ones), and ho...2025-05-2216 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP213 Minisode:Small Emotions Have Big CONsequencesIn today's episode, Colleen shares a story about a client who unsubscribed from her email list—and how that one glitch almost triggered a cascade of false assumptions, unspoken tension, and missed opportunity. It’s a reminder that the smallest emotional reactions (the ones that barely register) are often the most dangerous. Because they go unchecked. Unquestioned. Unchallenged. This episode will help you stop letting your emotions drive blind—and show you how to reroute your thinking so you can create a different future than your past. 💡 Key Takeaways: Emotions are learned r...2025-05-1716 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP212 Minisode: It's not where you are... it's how you respondIn today’s episode, Colleen shares the most powerful skill you can develop on your emotional sobriety journey: how you respond to yourself when you slip into old habits. Whether you drank more than you planned or simply feel like you’ve lost your way again, this episode will rewire how you think about failure—and help you stop reinforcing the very pattern you’re trying to break. Colleen walks you through the real moment of change (it’s not what you think), why “starting over” is a trap, and the nervous system reset that turns shame in...2025-05-1515 min
The Robert Scott Bell ShowRobert Schuller, Is Water a Human Right Colleen Kachmann, Emotional Sobriety Coaching - The RSB Show 5-14-25TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Public Health Fail, Rev. Robert Schuller, Is Water a Himan Right?, Elaterium-Officinarum, Fluoride Drug Ban Push, Colleen Kachmann, Life and Recovery Coach, Georgia Protects Roundup and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/public-health-fail-rev-robert-schuller-is-water-a-himan-right-elaterium-officinarum-fluoride-drug-ban-push-colleen-kachmann-life-and-recovery-coach-georgia-protects-roundup-and-more/
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The Robert Scott Bell ShowRobert Schuller, Is Water a Human Right Colleen Kachmann, Emotional Sobriety Coaching - The RSB Show 5-14-25TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Public Health Fail, Rev. Robert Schuller, Is Water a Himan Right?, Elaterium-Officinarum, Fluoride Drug Ban Push, Colleen Kachmann, Life and Recovery Coach, Georgia Protects Roundup and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/public-health-fail-rev-robert-schuller-is-water-a-himan-right-elaterium-officinarum-fluoride-drug-ban-push-colleen-kachmann-life-and-recovery-coach-georgia-protects-roundup-and-more/ Please read this disclaimer carefully before you (“you”, “your”) use our [Your Website URL] website (“website”, “service”) operated by the [Your Business Name] (“operator”, “us”, “we”, “our”). Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copy...2025-05-152h 14
It's Not About the AlcoholEP210 Minisode: Simple Technique For Letting GoIn today’s episode, Colleen shares a simple and powerful practice that can shift your energy in seconds—and help you stop carrying what your body is desperate to let go of. If you’ve ever felt like you should stop drinking, overworking, or people-pleasing—but you keep doing it anyway—this episode will show you why resistance doesn’t work, and how to reconnect with the wisdom of your body instead. Plus, Colleen walks you through a one-breath nervous system reset called The Sigh—a technique that helps you release emotional pain, shift mental patterns, and...2025-05-1014 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP209 Minisode: Controlling your energy flowToday’s episode is all about emotional flow—how energy moves through your body and what to do when it gets stuck. Colleen explains how your thoughts can block the natural upward movement of desire, inspiration, and curiosity—reversing the flow and creating emotional heaviness, anxiety, and burnout. You’ll learn why it’s not always necessary to unpack your childhood or analyze every emotion. Sometimes the simplest shift comes from asking: is this thought opening me up, or shutting me down? Whether you’re stuck in your career, your relationship, or your relationship with alcohol—this...2025-05-0816 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP207 Minisode: Accept the invitation to be okay no matter whatToday’s episode is all about the practice of being okay no matter what. Colleen shares the mindset shift that changed everything for her—especially while growing her business on TikTok—and how you can apply the same concept to anything in your life. Whether it's tech glitches, traffic, or your partner’s tone of voice, there’s always an invitation to be bothered—or an opportunity to practice emotional sobriety instead. This episode will show you why true freedom isn't about changing your circumstances; it's about expanding your capacity to stay unbothered in the middle of them.2025-05-0316 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP206 Minisode: Don't try to do it "right," just do betterIn today’s episode, Colleen shares a powerful mindset shift that can make changing any habit feel easier, faster, and more sustainable: stop trying to "get it right" — just focus on getting it better. Inspired by the concept of the iterative mindset from Dr. Kira Bobinet's research, Colleen explains why the old black-and-white idea of relapse and failure doesn’t belong in habit change—and how a simple shift in thinking can remove the shame, accelerate your progress, and help you design a lifestyle that actually fits the life you want to live. Whether you’re working...2025-05-0113 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP205 Q&A: When you're trying to change but your partner still drinks too muchOn today's episode, Colleen answers a question from a listener who’s successfully changed her own drinking habits—but finds herself frustrated by her husband’s drinking. If you’ve ever felt like someone else’s behavior is sabotaging your progress, this episode will help you take back your emotional power. Colleen walks through her framework for emotional ownership and teaches how to release the belief that someone else’s choices have to hold you back. You’ll learn how to shift the story you’re telling yourself, meet your own needs, and define success on your terms. ...2025-04-2917 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP204 Minisode: How can I make this easy and fun?In this episode, Colleen invites you to take your emotional temperature and ask a powerful question that could change everything: How can I make this fun and easy? Whether you’re racing through your day with a nervous system stuck in overdrive or stuck in bed with your to-do list haunting you, the solution isn’t more hustle—it’s ease. But ease isn’t a circumstance. It’s an emotional state. And you can learn to choose it on purpose. Key Takeaways: • You can’t fix overwhelm with more action—emotional ease has...2025-04-2611 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP203 Minisode: Make friends with the feelingIn today’s episode, Colleen shares a raw and relatable story about frustration, tech fails, and the moment she remembered one of the most powerful tools she teaches: making friends with your feelings. You’ll hear how a seemingly small trigger (a broken download link before a long workday) became the perfect opportunity to practice emotional sobriety. She walks you through how to recognize emotional inflammation, catch unhelpful thoughts, and redirect your energy—before it hijacks your day. Because the truth is, your emotions aren’t the problem.... They’re trying to help you. I...2025-04-2416 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP202 Q&A: Tend to get over-served by your friends?Colleen answers a listener question from a woman who’s done incredible work reducing her drinking—but still finds herself overdoing it when she’s with her best friend. Sound familiar? Whether it’s wine with your ride-or-die or happy hour with the same old crew, this episode gives you the tools to enjoy yourself and feel good the next morning. Colleen breaks down how to stop waiting for your friend to change, and start setting yourself up for success instead—without guilt, codependency, or willpower battles halfway through the second bottle. This is a power...2025-04-2213 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP201 Minisode: Negative thinking generates error codes in your brainIn today's episode, Colleen breaks down how the language you use—especially when it seems neutral or logical—can silently sabotage your ability to change. You’ll hear why “I just need to stop drinking” is actually a negative thought (and how it keeps your brain stuck in the problem instead of moving toward the solution). She explains how to recognize these mental error codes, shift into a more empowered mindset, and start generating real momentum—even with something as small as making it to a yoga class. Key Takeaways: Your brain can’...2025-04-1910 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP200 Minisode: How to soothe your "HOT MESS"In today’s episode, Colleen shares a personal reflection she recorded nearly a year ago—but it’s just as relevant now, especially if you’re feeling stuck, off-balance, or like a hot mess who should be further along by now. This episode isn’t about getting it all together—it’s about what to do when you don’t. You’ll hear how she used the exact tools from the program to navigate the emotional chaos of working too much, losing old routines post-divorce, and telling herself the story that she wasn’t making any progress. You’ll learn how...2025-04-1711 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP199 The 3 invisible gaps that sabotage your ability to change your drinking habits"Stop saying that you want to stay sober or drink in moderation. Because what you really want is to feel calm, capable, and in control." Colleen Freeland Kachmann There are 3 invisible, unmet needs that keep high-achieving women from easily changing their drinking habits: a lack of connection, direction and feedback. If you’ve ever wondered “Why am I doing this to myself?”—this episode will change the way you think about drinking, self-trust, and your ability to change. I’ll explain how alcohol has become both a problem and a...2025-04-1537 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP 198 Minisode: How to manifest a healthy relationship with alcoholIn today’s episode, we’re flipping the script on what it means to “manifest change” when it comes to your relationship with alcohol. Every habit you have was built through attention, repetition, and belief. You already know how to manifest. You’ve done it before. The question is: can you do it on purpose? If you’ve ever told yourself “I know better and won't do that again", but you keep doing it anyway, this episode is a must-listen. You’ll learn how shame hijacks your perception, why logic won’t get you out of a drinking spiral, a...2025-04-1216 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP195 Minisode: How your fears alter your behaviorIn today’s episode, you’ll explore one of the most common patterns that keeps high-achieving women stuck: worrying about what other people might think. Colleen breaks down how the fear of being misunderstood, judged, or perceived a certain way can quietly derail your growth, your boundaries, and your goals. You’ll learn why managing other people’s emotions never works—and what to do instead when your nervous system wants to retreat. Key Takeaways Fear of what others think is a distraction from your purpose When you're focused on being perceived the "right" way, you're...2025-04-0509 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP194 Minisode: Making friends with my brain fogIn this reflective episode, Colleen shares a personal moment from a particularly full chapter in her life—a season of growth, transition, and pushing hard to bring her program to life. What began as a weekend packed with work turned into a deeper realization about brain fog, creative blocks, and the quiet wisdom of the body. If you’ve ever tried to think your way through exhaustion or override your energy in the name of getting things done, this one’s for you. It’s a reminder that alignment matters more than output—and that sometimes, the clearest s...2025-04-0317 min
Launch Your Private Podcast073: Private Pod Funnel That Took Colleen Kachmann to $150K/MonthTired of chasing leads, booking endless sales calls, and dealing with no-shows? Imagine closing high-ticket clients who already know, like, and trust you before you even talk to them.That’s exactly what Colleen Kachmann, founder of Emotional Sobriety Coaching, did. She went from losing $40,000 in Q1 2023 to bringing in $150K per month, all by using private podcasts to warm up and convert leads on autopilot.Timestamps:[0:00] Introduction to the episode and Colleen Kachmann’s turning point: from struggling to thriving[5:45] The power of private podca...2025-03-1948 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP180 Minisode: Comfort zone vs. window of toleranceIn today’s episode, Colleen breaks down the difference between your comfort zone and your window of tolerance. She explains that while your comfort zone feels safe and familiar, real growth happens on the other side—when you’re willing to feel a little uncomfortable and take small actions. Colleen shows how moving your body, even in tiny ways, can shift your mindset and help you manage stress more effectively. Key Takeaways • Stepping Out of Familiarity: Your comfort zone is soothing because it’s familiar, but everything you want lies just beyond it. Growth requires you to take sm...2025-03-0112 min
SuccessFULL With ADHDEmotional Sobriety: ADHD, Alcohol, and Dopamine with The Hangover Whisperer, Colleen KachmannIf you’ve ever questioned your relationship with alcohol or struggled with that all-or-nothing mindset that so many of us with ADHD have, then today’s episode is for you. I’m joined by Colleen Kachmann—certified master life and recovery coach, mindful drinking coach, and host of It’s Not About the Alcohol. Colleen has a powerful story of overcoming alcohol use disorder while navigating ADHD, and she’s here to break down the science behind addiction, dopamine, and why traditional sobriety approaches don’t work for everyone.Colleen introduces how self-directed neuroplasticity, nervous system regulation, and how shifti...2025-02-1945 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP174 Minisode: Stop working on yourself- you're not brokenIn today’s episode, Colleen explores a common challenge: the struggle to maintain consistent effort in self-care and personal growth. She uncovers the hidden beliefs that might be driving resistance and shares how shifting your motivation—from fixing yourself to gifting yourself—can transform your relationship with self-care. Learn how to reconnect with your future self, reframe your mindset, and take actions that feel like a gift rather than a chore. Key Takeaways: The Truth About Resistance: Resistance to self-care often stems from subconscious beliefs that you need to “fix” yourself. Shame-driven motivation triggers your brain...2025-02-1510 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP173 Minisode: What type of person are you?In today’s episode, Colleen reveals a powerful strategy for creating lasting change by shifting your identity instead of relying on willpower or discipline. Discover how embracing the mindset of “I’m the type of person who…” can naturally align your behaviors with your goals, without the exhausting cycle of self-criticism or perfectionism. Colleen shares practical steps to practice being the version of yourself you aspire to become, one small, mindful step at a time. Key Takeaways: Willpower vs. Identity-Based Change: Relying on willpower to change behaviors is unsustainable and creates a yo-yo cycle of self-de...2025-02-1309 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP171 Minisode: Uncovering deeply rooted limiting beliefsIn today’s episode, Colleen introduces a transformative exercise to uncover the deeply rooted beliefs that might be holding you back from achieving your goals around alcohol. Learn how to identify these limiting thoughts, challenge their validity, and replace them with empowering beliefs that align with the identity you want to build. This episode is a must-listen for high-achieving women who are ready to break free from shame-based narratives and create lasting, identity-based change. Key Takeaways: Beliefs Are Thoughts You No Longer Question: Many limiting beliefs feel true simply because they are habitual thoughts yo...2025-02-0807 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP170 Minisode: Try some crazy talk todayIn today’s episode, Colleen challenges you to radically shift how you dialogue with yourself by treating yourself as a trusted friend and cherished companion. Discover how identity-based change starts with the way you talk to yourself and how this simple practice can crowd out negative self-talk, foster self-respect, and lead to lasting transformation. Key Takeaways: Thoughts and Identity: Your thoughts are powerful and habitual, shaping your identity and influencing your ability to change. Behavior-based change—trying to prove your worth through actions—often fails because it conflicts with how you see yourself. Identity-based change is rooted...2025-02-0609 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP168 Minisode: Why haven't I been reading?In this episode, Colleen shares how our habitual thoughts are often attempts to solve emotional problems and regulate our nervous systems. She dives into her own experience of stress-induced burnout, driven by hyper-focus on business analytics, and the creative stagnation it caused. By recognizing these patterns, Colleen highlights how to reset with small, intentional habits that prioritize self-care and help you regain balance and creativity. Key Takeaways: Thoughts as Habits: Most of our thoughts are habitual patterns developed to solve emotional discomfort. Your brain is constantly seeking control and certainty, often at the expense of creativity...2025-02-0110 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP167 Minisode: Radical change is 1 percent improvementIn this episode, Colleen shares a powerful mindset shift inspired by James Clear's philosophy: meaningful change doesn’t require radical transformation. Instead, it’s about embracing a process of incremental improvement, rooted in changing your identity and self-perception. Colleen explains why the first step to sustainable change is redefining how you think about yourself and the process of change itself, while introducing the 1% Rule to help you measure and celebrate progress. Key Takeaways: The Problem with All-or-Nothing Thinking: As high achievers and perfectionists, we often set lofty, unsustainable goals that lead to burnout and self-criticism. Shame-based moti...2025-01-3010 min
Do Life Big126: Do You Really Need to Quit Drinking Completely with Colleen Kachmann What if I told you that rethinking your relationship with alcohol doesn’t have to mean giving it up completely? Crazy, right? 🤯 But trust me, this episode of Do Life Big with Colleen Kachmann is going to blow your mind and maybe even inspire your next move!
Colleen’s story is real, raw, and ridiculously relatable. She’s an intuitive drinking coach who’s been there—15 years of daily drinking while crushing it as a marathon runner, yoga teacher, and mom to SEVEN kids. Yes, seven! 😅
Here’s the kicker: Colleen isn’t about the all-or-nothing approa...2025-01-2752 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP165 Minisode: Why change feels so HARDIn today’s episode, Colleen dives into the importance of setting realistic and achievable goals when it comes to detoxing or taking a break from alcohol. She shares insights on why habits feel hard to break, the role of internal programming, and the importance of creating an environment that supports your goals. If you’ve ever struggled with sticking to a goal or felt overwhelmed by the idea of change, this episode offers a clear and compassionate approach to navigating challenges and setting yourself up for success. Key Takeaways: Why Habits Feel Hard: Managing a drinking habi...2025-01-2515 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP164 Minisode: Learning to tolerate uncertaintyIn today’s episode, Colleen unpacks a profound quote from Mark Manson and explores how the pursuit of positive experiences often leads to stress and dissatisfaction. She explains how accepting negative experiences can actually transform your emotional state and offers practical steps to break free from the cycle of overthinking and stress. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your head, driven by the need to “figure it all out,” this episode is your guide to stepping into the present moment, regulating your nervous system, and finding peace. Key Takeaways: Mark Manson’s Wisdom: “Pursuing a positive e...2025-01-2308 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP162 Minisode: Why you're manifesting what you don't wantIn this episode, Colleen dives deep into how shifting your focus from what you don’t want to what you truly desire can transform your mindset and your relationship with alcohol—and beyond. She explains why the brain’s operating system doesn’t understand “don’t” and “shouldn’t” and how these error codes keep us stuck in overthinking and emotional inflammation. Colleen offers practical strategies to build neural pathways toward what you do want by reverse engineering your thought processes and connecting to how you want to feel. Whether you’re navigating alcohol use disorder or any other life challenge, this e...2025-01-1810 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP161 Minisode: Actually, your feelings are facts!In today’s episode, Colleen shares a personal story about navigating a tense encounter with a neighbor who demanded drastic action after a minor incident involving her dog. Using this real-life situation, she demonstrates how to clear an emotional reaction in real time by properly diagnosing the problem, managing feelings, and resetting the nervous system. This episode highlights the importance of emotional regulation, how to move from reaction mode to intentional action, and how to maintain an empowered mindset even in difficult circumstances. Key Takeaways: Diagnose the Neutral Facts: When confronted with a highly emotional si...2025-01-1609 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP159 Minisode: Processing the shame of past mistakesClick here to BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL. If you’re ready to fully commit to your personal growth and do the work to get emotionally sober (side effects include an 80 percent reduction in drinking),You'll walk away from our call with a clear understanding of how to get the skills you need to transform your life. —Want daily updates from me? Find me on TikTok @hangoverwhisperer and IG @thehangoverwhisperer —Click here to TAKE THE QUIZ: Do you have a drinking problem or a thinking problem? In this powerful and vulnerable...2025-01-1120 min
The Moving On Method® PodcastRedefining Your Relationship with Alcohol After Divorce: with Recovery Coach Colleen KachmannDivorce can be a rollercoaster of emotions, and often, alcohol becomes a coping mechanism. But what happens when you're ready to step off that ride? This week on The Moving On Method®, we're diving into how to redefine your relationship with alcohol after divorce. Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by recovery coach Colleen Kachmann who opens up about her own journey with alcohol that led her to helping others. Together Michelle and Colleen will educate listeners on
What self-care really looks like
Signs that you are using alcohol to cope
How to establish and maintain healthy boundaries around alcohol c...2024-12-3031 min
The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.Alcohol and Divorce: Understanding the Call of the Cocktail with The Hangover Whisperer, Colleen Kachmann on The Divorce and Beyond Podcast #358Divorce and alcohol use disorder often go hand in hand, and in this episode, The Hangover Whisperer herself, Colleen Kachmann, shares her powerful insights on navigating both. With her unique perspective, Colleen offers support to those dealing with disordered drinking during the divorce process, helping listeners understand the deeper emotional roots of overdrinking and how to move toward emotional sobriety.
In This Episode:
The connection between disordered drinking and perfectionism
Recognizing the cycle of overdrinking and how to break free
What emotional sobriety really means—it's not just about quitting alcohol but healing the relationship with yo...2024-09-2342 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEP141 BONUS! Mindful Drinking and Moderation with “Mostly Sober” author Susan KellerIn this special bonus episode, Colleen interviews Susan Keller, author of the new book Mostly Sober: A Love Story and a Road Trip. Susan shares her personal journey of rethinking her relationship with alcohol, how she found her way into the mindful drinking movement, and why she wrote Mostly Sober, a groundbreaking novel for those who want to cut back on drinking without quitting entirely. In this conversation, Colleen and Susan discuss: Susan's background in healthcare education and how it influenced her interest in alcohol moderation. The appeal of mindful drinking and how...2024-09-1943 min
Journey Beyond Divorce PodcastEmotional Sobriety During Divorce: A Game Changer with Master Life Coach & Addiction Recovery Specialist, Colleen KachmannIn this enlightening episode, we dive into the concept of emotional sobriety with the insightful Colleen Kachmann. Colleen, a recovery-certified Master Coach and author of *Life Off the Label: A Handbook for Creating Your Own Brand of Health and Happiness*, shares her expertise on how emotional sobriety can transform your life. Episode Highlights Understanding Emotional Sobriety The Seven Core Skills Practical Advice and Inspiring Examples Creating a Healthier, Happier Future Guest Spotlight: Colleen Kachmann Colleen is a distinguished health coach with a M...2024-09-1754 min
The Money Love Podcast164: How To Transform Your Relationship with Alcohol with Drinking Coach, Colleen KachmannHow would you describe your relationship with alcohol? It's complicated? On a break? Completely broken up? Well get ready to see alcohol and your relationship with it in an entirely new way with this week's guest, Colleen Kachmann. Colleen Kachmann is a recovery-certified Master Coach and host of the globally ranked It's Not About the Alcohol podcast. Colleen uses holistic, evidence-based strategies in neurophysiology and growth mindset to help women stop over-drinking without going to AA or giving up alcohol completely by reconnecting with their intuition and personal power. She helps high achieving women reduce their drinking by up t...2024-08-221h 00
The Ex-Good Girl PodcastEpisode 75 - How To Drink Like a Woman Who Loves Herself with Colleen KachmannSend us a textI am so grateful for my conversation with this week’s guest, Colleen Kachmann, where we tackle an important and often tricky topic: drinking. Tune in as we explore how drinking is tied to perfectionism and people pleasing and how, thanks to her own journey, Colleen is helping women rise above it.Colleen is a Certified Master Life & Recovery Coach who uses cutting-edge strategies in nervous system regulation, growth mindset, positive psychology, and self-directed neuroplasticity to help women reconnect with a higher sense of purpose so they can feel passionate and po...2024-08-1441 min
The Courage To Be85: Overcoming Alcohol Dependency with Mindset with Colleen KachmannAre you tired of feeling powerless over your drinking habits? What if the solution isn't complete sobriety, but something more nuanced? Can rethinking perfectionism and societal pressures change your relationship with alcohol or other addictions? In this episode, we dive deep with Colleen Kachmann, a drinking coach who transformed her life and now helps others find balance without quitting drinking entirely. Colleen shares her journey from identifying as an alcoholic to realizing that emotional sobriety, self-acceptance, and neuroplasticity are key to overcoming dependency. 2024-06-2044 min
Harder Than Life86: Sobriety Myths Busted w/ Michael Hardenbrook, Amanda Kuda & Colleen KachmannIn this episode, host Kelly Siegel dives deep into the often complex relationship we have with alcohol. Sharing his own transformative journey of quitting drinking, Kelly invites listeners to reflect on their own alcohol use, whether they're questioning their habits, in recovery, or simply curious. Joining Kelly are three esteemed experts—Amanda Kuda, Colleen Kachmann, and Mike Hardenbrook—who provide diverse perspectives on managing alcohol consumption and living a fulfilling life without it. Amanda Kuda’s Links:Website: https://www.amandakuda.com/Her Book, ‘Unbottled Potential’: https://www.amandakuda.com/bookInstag...2024-05-231h 00
FRIED. The Burnout PodcastColleen Kachmann: Is Drinking Part of Your Burnout Story?“I’m in recovery from recovery,” explains Colleen Kachmann, Certified Master Life and Recovery Coach who joins the podcast to share her story of dealing with alcohol and burnout, and give new insight into the current understanding of and attitude toward addiction. For years, while playing the role of perfect mother, wife, career woman and volunteer, Colleen was also a self-described heavy day drinker. After joining Alcoholics Anonymous she found herself “indoctrinated” into believing that she was powerless over alcohol. An incident at a family dinner led to the realization that actually, we are all in control of ourselves and our li...2024-04-2150 min
Feel The VoidFeeling the Void: Understanding Unhealthy Habits with Colleen KachmannSend us a textIn this episode of the Feel the Void podcast, host Roberta interviews Colleen Kachmann, a coach specializing in recovery from alcohol use disorder. Colleen shares her journey of daily drinking for nearly 30 years, how she became aware of her addiction, and the misconceptions surrounding alcohol consumption. She emphasizes that alcohol use disorder is more of a thinking problem than a drinking problem, highlighting the subconscious process driven by habit and stress. Colleen also discusses her approach to helping clients, which involves a shift towards mental health and happiness, rather...2024-02-2939 min
Happy & Healthy with AmyAlcohol Is Not The Problem with Colleen KachmannDid you choose to do a Dry January or Dry February since it's a shorter month? Was it a walk in the park or more like a marathon?If it was the latter - maybe you're wondering if you have a drinking problem or if you're drinking because not drinking feels bad or you struggle with binge drinking, this episode is one you're going to want to listen to from beginning to end.My guest is Colleen Kachmann, Soberish Recovery Coach and host of the globally ranked podcast, "It's Not About The Alcohol."2024-02-2850 min
Alcohol Minimalist: Change Your Drinking Habits!Emotional Sobriety with Colleen KachmannThis week on the podcast I'm talking all about emotional sobriety with coach, author and podcaster, Colleen Kachmann.Learn more about her podcast: https://itsnotaboutthealcohol.com/Check out her free resources: https://recoverwithcolleen.com/FreebiesNew to the podcast? Download the Podcast Listening Guide.Ready to get started on changing your drinking habits? Check out Just Start.Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabitHas this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts! ...2024-02-2842 min
The Confident PodcastEP 143 | Stepping Into Your Personal Power: From Addiction to Empowered Entrepreneurship with Recovery Coach Colleen KachmannIn this episode, our host Lisa Tarkington sits down with guest Colleen Kachmann, Certified Master Life & Recovery Coach for an empowering discussion. Together, they dive into the transformative journey of stepping into personal power and entrepreneurship. Colleen and Lisa share their valuable insights on overcoming self-sabotage, gaining self-confidence and resilience, and creating a life of fulfillment. Tune in for actionable tips for leading a more empowered and fulfilled life!Chapters: 0:00 Intro 3:20 Welcoming Guest Colleen Kachmann10:59 Transforming Mindset & Overcoming Addiction18:42 Do...2024-01-3029 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEp91: How to heal (instead of cope with) emotional triggers (Part 2) with Ruth FearnowHow do you cope with panic attacks, mood swings, eruptions of rage or other illogical reactions that feel out of proportion to the situation? Many of us think the antidote to emotional reactivity is to distract ourselves with positivity. We take a breath, try to walk it off or visualize a basket of puppies on the beach at sunset. We tell ourselves to just let it go and to stop letting it bother us. Which sounds great. But HOW do you actually do that? Especially when it keeps happening? ...2023-12-1251 min
It's Not About the AlcoholEp 90: How to heal (instead of cope with) emotional triggers (Part 1) with Ruth FearnowHow do you cope with panic attacks, mood swings, eruptions of rage and other illogical reactions that feel out of proportion to the situation? Many of us think the antidote to emotional reactivity is to distract ourselves with positivity. We take a breath, try to walk it off or visualize a basket of puppies on the beach at sunset. We tell ourselves to just let it go and to stop letting it bother us. Which sounds great. But HOW do you actually do that? Especially when it keeps happening? ...2023-12-1235 min
Alive & Well – Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Productivity, Time Management, Somatic Tools, Work-Life Balance205 - Sober-ish: How to Change Our Thinking About Drinking with Colleen KachmannFor years, I was convinced that my happy hour cocktail was what I needed to take the edge off a long day. I thought my glass of cabernet in the evening helped me get a good night’s sleep. But as I learned about the nervous system, I realized that a lot of what I believed about alcohol simply wasn’t true. In today’s episode, Colleen Kachmann, a Sober-ish Master Recovery Coach, reminds us that it’s never really about the alcohol. It’s about our ability to manage our mind and take ca...2023-12-0836 min
The Coast PodcastRoadmapping Personal Evolution with Colleen Kachmann of Recover With ColleenEp 70. Colleen Kachmann, Recover With ColleenWelcome to an inspiring conversation with Colleen Kachmann from Recover With Colleen! As a certified master life and recovery coach, Colleen employs cutting-edge strategies, integrating nervous system regulation, a growth mindset, positive psychology, and self-directed neuroplasticity. Her mission? To empower women to rediscover a profound sense of personal power, rekindling their passion and reclaiming their strength.Colleen shares with us today the powerful difference between coaching and therapy, emphasizing action, and offering a roadmap for personal evolution.Explore the landscape of cultural beliefs, stigmas surrounding personal challenges...2023-12-0743 min
Make Time for Success with Dr. Christine LiRethinking Sobriety: Breaking the Cycle of Over Drinking without Sacrificing Happiness with Colleen KachmannSend Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes Colleen Kachmann, an author, podcaster, and master life coach on the show to discuss addiction, sobriety, and the pursuit of happiness. Listen in as Colleen shares insights from her personal journey as an alcoholic, the importance of pursuing happiness over strict sobriety and as she explains how reprogramming the unconscious mind and regulating the nervous system can lead to lasting change. And stay tuned! The episode delves into the power of choice...2023-11-3035 min