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Reframeable PodcastKortney Olson: Empowering Women Through Strength and RecoveryIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons engage in a powerful conversation with Kortney Olson, an international bodybuilding competitor and advocate for women's empowerment. They discuss Kortney's journey from struggling with body image and addiction to finding strength in recovery and empowering others. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, balance in life, and the need to support the next generation of women in overcoming societal pressures. Kortney shares her vision for a future where women can embrace their strength and support one another, highlighting the significance of community and personal growth in...
2025-09-051h 05Reframeable PodcastCrafting Change with Grant Caunter: Founder of State of Play BrewingJoin us in this inspiring episode as we delve into the journey of Grant Caunter, the founder of State of Play Brewing, New Zealand's pioneering zero-alcohol brewery. From his early days at Heineken to becoming a 'beerpreneur,' Grant shares his transformative story of personal growth and innovation in the competitive world of non-alcoholic beverages. Discover how Grant's passion for quality and authenticity has propelled State of Play to become one of New Zealand's top breweries, and learn about the challenges and triumphs of crafting flavorful, alcohol-free beers. Grant is the founder of State of Play Brewing, N...
2025-08-011h 07Reframeable PodcastAsk Us Anything: For Anyone Rewriting Their Relationship With AlcoholJoin Emma and Kevin in this special "Ask Us Anything" episode where they tackle your burning questions about navigating life without alcohol. From dealing with cravings and social situations to maintaining relationships and setting realistic goals, they cover it all with humor and honesty. Whether you're curious about the journey to sobriety or mindful moderation, or looking for practical tips, this episode is packed with insights and personal stories that resonate.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses...
2025-07-251h 38Reframeable PodcastSocializing Without Alcohol: Tips and Tricks for SuccessIn this episode, Kevin and Emma embark on a tangent-filled quest to discuss the challenges and strategies for navigating social situations during Dry/Damp July (or anytime of the year). They share personal anecdotes and insights while exploring the importance of preparation, understanding personal motivations for reducing alcohol consumption, dealing with peer pressure, and emphasizing the significance of having exit strategies, accountability, and support systems.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with...
2025-07-041h 13Reframeable PodcastRedefining Sobriety: A Conversation with Jen HirstIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons engage in a heartfelt conversation with Jen Hirst, founder of Lighthouse Sobriety. Jen shares her transformative journey from alcohol dependency to empowerment, emphasizing the importance of community, self-discovery, and redefining fun in sobriety as well as emotional regulation, and the importance of daily habits. She discusses various tools and techniques that have helped her and others in their recovery journey.Jen Hirst works to empower women to feel their best in sobriety and boost their confidence from day one by integrating 6 science-backed habits to...
2025-06-271h 32Reframeable PodcastKari Nautique: Sobriety, Service, and Swimming with SharksIn this conversation, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons dive deep with Kari Nautique as she shares her transformative journey from alcohol to empowerment, highlighting the importance of community support, purpose, and service in recovery. She discusses the impact of alcohol on her life and relationships, her experiences swimming with sharks as a metaphor for facing fears, and the lessons learned in sobriety. The discussion is filled with personal anecdotes, insights on navigating social situations, and the importance of prioritizing one's health and sobriety.Kari Nautique is a sober supermodel, producer, and the founder of My Best...
2025-06-201h 28Reframeable PodcastRosamund Dean: Mindful DrinkingIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons engage in a deep conversation with Rosamund Dean, author of 'Mindful Drinking' and 'Reconstruction'. They explore Rosamund's personal journey with alcohol, particularly in the context of motherhood and her experience with breast cancer. The discussion highlights the societal pressures surrounding alcohol consumption and the tools available for those looking to change their relationship with alcohol. Rosamund shares insights on creating new rituals, the significance of alcohol-free alternatives, and the need for a supportive community in navigating these changes. Rosamund is the author of Reconstruction: H...
2025-06-1358 minReframeable PodcastMeredith Brierly - Clean Coaching MamaIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, Meredith Brierly shares her inspiring journey from a corporate advertising executive to a sober health coach. With 13 years of sobriety, she discusses the challenges and triumphs of her recovery journey, the importance of community support, and how she navigates sobriety as a parent. The conversation emphasizes that sobriety is not just about abstaining from alcohol but about embracing a healthier, more fulfilling life. Meredith is the founder of Clean Coaching Mama. Meredith's journey, from New York advertising executive to pediatric speech-language pathologist and now health coach, has inspired her passion f...
2025-06-061h 18Reframeable PodcastEmpowering Others on Our Journey with Sobah Sistahs Founder Megan WilcoxIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons are joined by Megan Wilcox, founder of the Sobah Sistahs Empowerment Club. They discuss the journey of sobriety, the importance of community support, and the transformative power of embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle. Megan shares her personal story of recovery, the challenges she faced, and how she turned her life around through online support groups and sober retreats. The conversation highlights the misconceptions around sobriety, the joy of living alcohol-free, and the positive impact it can have on family and relationships. Megan Wilcox is the f...
2025-05-301h 13Reframeable PodcastHilary Carver: It's All About BalanceIn this episode of The Reframeable Podcast, Emma Simmons sits down with Hilary Carver for a deeply honest and empowering conversation about wellness, mindfulness, and the evolving relationship many women have with alcohol. Hilary shares her personal transformation—navigating post-surgery recovery, fitness setbacks, and the mental health impacts of alcohol.Together, they explore what it means to find balance across life’s seasons, why weekends can sabotage our best intentions, and how small tweaks can spark big shifts in health and mindset. From non-stimulation walks to mindful indulgence (of course pizza has a place!), this episode is a re...
2025-05-1652 minReframeable PodcastKat Rhadans - No Wine in the Carpool LineIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, host Kevin Bellack speaks with Kat Rhadans, a mother of five and addiction recovery advocate. Kat shares her personal journey of struggling with alcohol addiction, the impact it had on her family, her path to sobriety, and the stigma surrounding female alcoholics. Her initiative 'No Wine in the Carpool Line' takes aim at changing the narrative around motherhood and addiction where she emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding in recovery, highlighting that every individual's journey is unique. This conversation highlights the power of sharing one's story to help others and the...
2025-05-0953 minReframeable PodcastJerry Henderson: The Journey from Shame to Self-LoveIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, Kevin Bellack and Jerry Henderson explore the gap between how we present ourselves to the world and how we feel internally, emphasizing the importance of self-love and understanding shame. Jerry shares his personal story of overcoming addiction and the transformative power of radical self-acceptance. The conversation delves into practical strategies for addressing shame, creating space for healing, and the role of mindfulness in recovery.Jerry is the creator of The Personal Mastery Framework™, author, speaker, transformational coach, and host of the Personal Mastery Podcast. Trained at Harvard University in human be...
2025-05-021h 16Reframeable PodcastCraig Ballantyne: The Dark Side of DisciplineIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons engage with Craig Ballantyne, known as the "world's most disciplined man". The conversation explores the multifaceted relationship individuals have with alcohol, anxiety, and personal discipline. Craig shares his journey from being a binge drinker to overcoming anxiety and ultimately quitting alcohol. He emphasizes the importance of eliminating negative influences, utilizing effective tools for habit change, and fostering supportive connections. The discussion highlights the power of connection and accountability in fostering personal growth and change.Craig Ballantyne is known as the "World’s Most Disciplined Ma...
2025-04-2547 minReframeable PodcastReframing Travel: Enjoying Vacations Without AlcoholIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons discuss the complexities of traveling and vacationing without alcohol. They explore how vacations often serve as a 'hall pass' for drinking, the impact of alcohol on travel experiences, and the benefits of enjoying travel without the focus on drinking. The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you.If you're enjoying this p...
2025-04-181h 17Reframeable PodcastSTATiC: Sharing Life Out LoudIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons welcome STATiC, a musician and recovery advocate, who shares his journey of sobriety and personal growth. The conversation delves into STATiC's experiences with addiction, his later-in-life diagnosis of ADHD and autism, and the importance of self-love and community support in recovery.STATiC is someone who brings both heart and depth to everything he does. He has been clean and sober since March 9th, 2012, and is an active member of spiritual-based 12-step recovery. Many in our Reframe community know him as a compassionate and insightful...
2025-04-111h 56Reframeable PodcastNavigating the Seasons of ChangeIn this episode, Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons explore the concept of 'Seasons of Change' in personal growth and recovery. They discuss how life is filled with various seasons, each representing different phases such as growth, rest, and transition. The conversation delves into the challenges of recovery fatigue, the importance of acknowledging changing seasons, and the necessity of finding balance between motivation and rest. They emphasize the significance of learning to listen to one's body and emotions, and how this awareness can lead to healthier coping mechanisms. The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe a...
2025-04-0457 minReframeable PodcastApril Awakening: Planting Seeds for ChangeIn this episode, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons discuss various aspects of the journey in addressing our relationship with alcohol, including the importance of community, personal growth, and the challenges of daily life. They use the upcoming April Awakening Challenge, starting soon in the Reframe app, emphasizing the significance of planting seeds for change and nurturing personal growth through rituals and habits. They discuss the necessity of removing obstacles to make healthier choices, managing energy effectively, and the role of motivation in achieving goals. Emma and Kevin also discuss the significance of allowing oneself to grow at a...
2025-03-281h 17Reframeable PodcastFeel Free to Unmute YourselfIn this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons explore the journey of finding one's voice when addressing your relationship with alcohol. They discuss the importance of sharing experiences, the courage it takes to speak up, and the various ways individuals can express themselves. The conversation also touches on navigating discussions about alcohol and the acceptable risks people take in their lives. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they emphasize the significance of creating a supportive environment for open dialogue.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1...
2025-03-211h 11Reframeable PodcastWhat's Next After January? Let's Reflect, Reframe, and Reset...Today, Kevin and Emma talk about shifting from a Dry or Damp January into February, what's next, and how are we feeling about those resolutions and words we started the year off with? Come join us on a tangent-field discussion about continuing on our individual journeys and tools to help ourselves along the way.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you. Check out these Dry an...
2025-02-0158 minReframeable PodcastSetting Intentions: Beyond Resolutions and Your WordToday, Kevin and Emma talk about their likes and dislikes on New Year's Resolutions, Words of the Year, and all about setting intentions in the new year. Join them and think through tangible ways to bring action to these somewhat abstract concepts.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you. Check out these Dry and Damp January Challenges and much more in the app!If...
2025-01-041h 15Reframeable PodcastDry and Damp January Challenges 2025Today, Kevin and Emma share their experience and insights on Dry and Damp January Challenges as well as tools and ideas to help you be successful in whatever way you may decide to enter the new year.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you. Check out these Dry and Damp January Challenges and much more in the app!If you're enjoying this podcast, p...
2024-12-271h 12Reframeable PodcastSetting Realistic Goals in the New YearToday, Kevin and Steph share their experience with New Year's resolutions, goal setting, and how we can go about setting more realistic goals and celebrate our wins along the way!Topics Discussed:Self-reflectionSMART Goals: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-boundValues-assessment https://personalvalu.es/personal-values-testFocusing on our habits and small stepsThe Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you.If you're enjoying this podcast...
2023-12-311h 02Reframeable PodcastAvoiding the "I'll Start Over In the New Year" TrapToday, Steph and Kevin talk about how to avoid the trap of pushing things off into the new year as well as some ways to work on making progress this month on your goals.What's New: 0:54Shop Talk: 6:27Tip of the Week: 33:44The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you.If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe...
2023-12-1139 minReframeable PodcastJes Patten - Grateful GrowthToday we talk with Jes Patten. Jes is a wife, mother, and account manager at a brokerage firm living outside Pittsburgh, PA. She shares with us today about loss and using substances to cope. A seed was planted in 2020 that made her realize both weed and alcohol were a major issue for her and she spent the remainder of that year in denial. In 2021 she became curious about addressing this in her life but it wasn’t until November of 2021 that she had her final blackout that really scared her into making a change. She found Reframe and had som...
2023-12-0258 minReframeable PodcastBite-Sized Episode: Sugar CravingsToday, we’re talking about those pesky sugar cravings. Steph is going to go over what’s happening physiologically in the body when we reduce or eliminate alcohol and how that translates to sugar cravings, as well as realistic tips for being able to enjoy your treats without feeling out of control or eating past the point of comfort. What causes sugar cravings (or alcohol cravings) physiologically: Alcohol damages the liver and pancreas → blood sugar dysfunction → cravingsTendency to undereat during the day (perpetuates stress cycle + CICO)Sugar feedback loop + body favors proteinTips for enjoying treats wit...
2023-11-2420 minReframeable PodcastSarah & Kris Talk Sober SexSay hello to Sarah and Kris. Their paths converged later in life, creating a unique bond where compromise is simply a foreign concept. Their relationship is based on trust and honestly where both of them feel secure being their authentic self. Sarah's decision to embark on her journey to sobriety was a pivotal moment, made all the more special by Kris's unwavering support. From navigating sober intimacy with all its quirks and surprises to reminding us that feeling like a teenager again isn't always a walk in the park, when they talk about “sober sex” it’s sure to lea...
2023-11-1748 minReframeable PodcastNavigating Holiday PartiesToday, Steph and Kevin talk about navigating holiday parties when you’re working on your relationship with alcohol. We touch on many of the stressors that can come up at this time of year when getting together with friends, family, co-workers, etc. from expectations on our time, the strain on finances, travel, and more. We offer tips that can be helpful to get you through the holiday gauntlet while taking care of yourself along the way.What's New: 1:53Shop Talk: 24:00Tip of the Week: 57:14The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Re...
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F*ck Small TalkKevin Bellack: Toxic Masculinity, Harm Reduction, & an Alternative Route to Quitting AlcoholMariah and one of her long-term instagram pals Kevin Bellack (@thesoberginger) discuss The Reframe App, a new and different approach to getting sober. Kevin discusses the way online resources and mental health therapy helped him get sober, vs. the more traditional route of AA or other 12-step programs. Kevin opens up about his drinking and the damage it was causing in his life 4.5 years ago. Topics include toxic masculinity, vulnerability, choosing to drink in moderation, and more!
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2023-11-0458 minReframeable PodcastMarissa Charest - Accountability & FriendshipsSteph is joined by fellow Reframer Marissa Charest today on the podcast. Marissa joined Reframe in December 2022 and says her life has been completely transformed since. Marissa started on the Cutback track, but within 48 hours realized she wanted to switch to the AF track where she made it 19 days, followed by drinking on vacation, she struggled all thru January and February of this to make the decision within herself to be done.February 27th was Marissa’s last day 1 and 20-something days later, she traveled to Kentucky to spend a weekend with her new Reframe besties while ha...
2023-11-0344 minReframeable PodcastFinishing the Year Strong: Maintaining Healthy Rituals & RoutinesToday, Steph and Kevin talk about how to maintain healthy rituals and routines when your schedule gets bonkers. Heading into the holiday season it can be easier to say “screw it, I’ll start over in January”, but what if you went into the holiday season feeling your best, physically, mentally, and emotionally? Having the capacity to handle holiday parties, kids off of school, the excitement and bustle of the season, and more? What's New: 1:00Shop Talk: 15:36Tip of the Week: 1:17:16The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Re...
2023-10-271h 20Reframeable PodcastMaria Talks About Leaning Into CommunityToday Kevin chats with Maria who is a fellow Reframer and a university professor in Kinesiology who has worked with people with degenerative diseases for 15 years. Maria says she has had a dysfunctional relationship with alcohol for a great deal of that time. In January 2022, they broke up when she joined Reframe. Then got back together about 9 months later when I dabbled (heavily at times) on and off until May 30, 2023. This time around is different because she says she has leaned into the Reframe community, made some amazing friendships, and worked with the amazing coaches. At first, she wanted...
2023-10-201h 16Reframeable PodcastUrge Surfing Through a CravingIn today's episode, Steph and Kevin talk about the urge surfing technique as well as many others such as H.A.L.T. (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired), playing the tape forward and several more that we can use as a way to cope and tackle cravings in our lives.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you.If you're enjoying this podcast, please...
2023-10-131h 08Reframeable PodcastJoy Rumore - Where You Water It Will Grow!In today's episode of the Reframeable podcast, we talk with Joy Rumore. Joy is a wife and mother of two kids living in Tampa, Florida. She enjoys spending quality time with her family and long distance ultra marathon/marathon running. She enjoys living her life alcohol free and all of the benefits that come along with it. This includes substituting chaos for a more peaceful and calmer mindset, authentic quality time with family and friends and waking up with a clear mind.A main theme in her alcohol-free lifestyle can be summed up in the phrase, "Where...
2023-10-0652 minReframeable PodcastSober October Extravaganza!In today's episode, Steph and Kevin share tips and ideas on how to approach the month to help you be successful. Whether you're you're looking to remove alcohol completely for this dry challenge or you're making it a "damp" one and cutting back, you'll be sure to get some ideas that can help you along the way.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you.
2023-09-291h 08Reframeable PodcastLynne Doom - Living Life Fully AgainIn today's we are talking with Reframer, Lynne Doom. Lynne is a retired Nursing Home Administrator with a passion for all things rugged outdoors, canning foods from her garden, and tapping into creativity through scrapbooking and journaling. She started on Reframe in March 2022 on the cutback track and switched to alcohol-free on June 3, 2022. Lynne has navigated an alcohol-free lifestyle while being surrounded by alcohol. All of the people she loves still drink alcohol, including her husband. She’s successfully navigated vacations, weddings, funerals, and countless social gatherings surrounded by alcohol by fiercely protecting her journey an...
2023-09-221h 13Reframeable PodcastMaking Deeper Connections Without AlcoholIn today's episode, Steph and Kevin talk about why we believe that alcohol brings us closer to other people and strategies for deepening connections with friends and family when we're cutting back or quitting drinking.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you.If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe, and share with those that you feel may benefit from it. If...
2023-09-1558 minReframeable PodcastKat Porco - One Legged MagpieIn today's episode we talk with Kat Porco. Kat shares with us her story of going from working at a non-profit for cystic fibrosis to being a bar owner who's sober. Along with her husband Mike they are pushing the boundaries of nightlife in the small mountain town of Red Lodge, MT. They own One Legged Magpie, a craft cocktail bar with one of the most robust zero proof menus in the nation. Kat knows that much of the allure of drinking is the ritual, the pause in life when you raise a glass, the sense of community, and t...
2023-09-0856 minReframeable PodcastHow Can We Work On Prioritizing OurselvesIn today's episode, Steph and Kevin talk about how we can work to prioritize ourselves more as a selfless act instead of something that is viewed as selfish. Taking care of ourselves in a positive way is essential for us to show up better in our own lives as well as improving our ability to show up for others. Whether you can dedicate five minutes or five hours to this each day, listen in for tips on reframing self-care and prioritizing ourselves.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the number...
2023-09-0143 minReframeable PodcastHow to Tackle Tailgating SeasonIn today's episode, Steph and Kevin talk about ideas and tips for showing up at your favorite sporting event and being prepared to with your cutback or alcohol-free plan. Whether you are headed to the stadium, a bar, or a friend's house listen in to think through your plan and have your tools at the ready.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the number one iOS app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest y...
2023-08-2534 minReframeable PodcastGina Moffa - Moving On Doesn't Mean Letting GoIn today’s episode we talk with Gina Moffa, LCSW. Gina is a licensed psychotherapist, mental health educator, and media consultant in New York City. In practice for nearly two decades, she has helped thousands of people seeking treatment for trauma, grief, as well as challenging life experiences and transitions. This includes work with Holocaust survivors at 92Y, as well as being a clinical director for a Mt. Sinai Hospital Outpatient Program specializing in addictions. She received her master’s degree in social work with a specialty in trauma from New York University. And her first book is comi...
2023-08-181h 02Reframeable PodcastSteph Prangley - The Sober RebellionIn today's episode we talk with Steph Prangley. Steph is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Recovery Coach living with her husband, 3 dogs, and too many houseplants in Greenville, SC. She runs The Sober Rebellion, a virtual private practice helping clients use nutrition and functional wellness practices to enhance recovery efforts, repair their body from the damage done with long-term alcohol use, and address underlying conditions that often overlap with chronic alcohol use.More than a nutrition practice, The Sober Rebellion is about helping people feel their best in the holistic sense, so they can let go of...
2023-08-111h 07Reframeable PodcastEp 12: Reframer Question - How Do I Resist the Urge for a Post-Work Drink?In today’s episode we're going to do something slightly different and that is to answer a question sent by one of our Reframe users. This question is related to ideas on resisting the urge for the post-work drink as well as dealing with the temptation to stock up on alcohol when you're at the grocery store. I wanted to share some ideas and tools we can use to get through these situations. I am going to broaden it a little bit as well and just answer the general question of ways to get through a craving, whether after work...
2023-06-2314 minReframeable PodcastChallenging NormalIn this episode we look at challenging what's "normal" when it comes to alcohol in our life and work to push back on society's norms and expectations surrounding it on our alcohol-free or cutback journey. This week's journal prompt - Write down your thoughts on this once you listen to the episode. What do I want my normal to look like? Take away any excuses, reservations, etc. and just ask yourself "What do I want my normal to look like?" What's optimal for you? What's ideal? Frame it however you want, but think about it. J...
2023-06-1614 minReframeable PodcastHeidi Blair - Live More, Drink LessIn today’s episode we talk with Heidi Blair. Heidi is a Certified Professional Co-Active coach who has also furthered her training with an extensive mentorship program led by Marion Franklin, Master Certified Coach, and author of “The Heart of Laser Focused Coaching” where she learned to readily identify the client’s underlying root cause of established behaviors, patterns and habits. She started her own Reframe journey in 2021 on the Cut Back Track and through using the app, attending meetings and working with a coach, she created a successful cut back approach which she now employs as a coaching modality...
2023-06-091h 10Reframeable PodcastWorking on Systems and GoalsIn this episode we focus on how we can look at goals differently and focus more on building systems in our lives that can be the foundation of our success. We talk about using SMARTer, short-term goals to help us better improve our systems and make lasting change while tempering any unrealistic expectations and comparisons we may have.This week's homework - Write down your own SMART goal (make it Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-Based) in one area of your life for something you want to achieve. Then take a look at and journal about what it...
2023-06-0215 minReframeable PodcastJessica Dueñas - Bottomless to SoberIn today’s episode we talk with Jessica Dueñas from Bottomless to Sober.com. Jessica shares her story of addiction, recovery, and using her voice to help people find their way out of pain. Jessica’s disordered behaviors started with binge eating in her bedroom to cope with the pressures of being an Afro-Latina girl growing up in New York City. By the time she got to college, her addiction had morphed into alcohol use disorder. Years later, she was awarded Teacher of the Year in Kentucky but was still drinking a fifth of bourbon a day – a secret s...
2023-05-2655 minReframeable PodcastThe Habit LoopIn this episode we take a look at the habit loop as discussed in books like The Power of Habit (Charles Duhigg) and Atomic Habits (James Clear) and identify where and how this shows up in our life related to alcohol and how we can work to change our automatic responses that have built up over time.This week's homework - Start your own habit log in your phone or on paper and identify when a craving for alcohol (or anything else for that matter) might show up and what was the cue that started this thought...
2023-05-1915 min
Alcohol Tipping PointHow to Reframe Your Drinking with Head Reframe Coach Kevin BellackReframe Coach Kevin Bellack joins the show. Kevin is an alcohol-free husband, father, certified professional recovery coach, former tax accountant, current coffee lover, and tattoo enthusiast. He is the head of coaching for the Reframe app, the #1 iOS app to help people cutback or quit drinking alcohol.
We chat about:
How Kevin quit drinking
How men (and women) can open up and get help
Top tips for changing your drinking
Handling setbacks
Finding the combination to unlock your drinking habit
How Reframe works
And more!
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2023-05-1748 minReframeable PodcastVedant Pradeep - Co-Founder of ReframeToday we talk with Vedant Pradeep, co-founder and CEO of Reframe. In this episode we chat about making sustainable changes in our life, challenging ourselves to grow, and the idea of the hero’s journey and what we can learn from it.https://www.joinreframeapp.com/IG: @Reframe_App@Reframe_Mind_App@Reframe_Habits@Reframe_SleepThis podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the number one iOS app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol an...
2023-05-1245 minReframeable PodcastControlling the NarrativeIn this episode we think about how we can control the way we present this change in our life to other people by focusing on the positives that come from removing or reducing alcohol and away from a mindset of deprivation or loss. Let's also think about labels and words that hold us back and those that help us explain how we truly feel as we continue to reframe the way we show up for ourselves and just keep moving forward.
2023-05-0513 minReframeable PodcastDana Krull - I Kissed Alcohol GoodbyeToday we talk with Dana Krull a fellow Reframer and former Army infantry officer and chaplain who struggled with alcohol after leaving the military. After discovering the Reframe app he was able to go alcohol-free and he started his own podcast called I Kissed Alcohol Goodbye to keep himself accountable and to inspire others.In this episode we talk about:Dana's story Finding your people (and where to look)The importance of opening up and being vulnerablePaying it forward to othersDana's Podcast: I Kissed Alcohol GoodbyeWebsite: https://ikissedalcoholgoodbye.c...
2023-04-281h 02Reframeable PodcastReframing the Stages of ChangeIn this episode we take a look at the various stages of change that we can cycle through and reframe them and dive into some different perspectives.We talk about:Becoming aware when a change is necessaryThe difference between wanting to make a change and being willing to make a changeHow to focus on progress and changing what we do daily instead of focusing on deadlinesFirst set of journal prompts from the episode at the 5:40 mark:Think about a change you're making or looking to make in...
2023-04-2115 minReframeable PodcastLisen Helander - The Friday MindHow do you stop living just for Friday? In this episode we chat with fellow Reframer and creator of The Friday Mind, Lisen Helander. The Friday Mind concept was born when she came to the realization that she was basically living for Fridays, which only amounts to 14% of the week. She’d fill a productive week only to let it go by fully indulging in a couple days off. While she had tons of fun there were also times of increased anxiety, overindulgence, and regret. She needed to get her mind clear and figure out the balance that works for h...
2023-04-1446 minReframeable PodcastHow to be ReframeableThis inagural episode is simply an introduction to what this podcast is going to focus on and what you can expect moving forward. Join us as we reframe the way alcohol shows up in our life, one episode at a time!
2023-04-0606 min
Sober Stories"Sober Powered" with Gill Tietz of @sober.poweredCONTENT WARNING: In this episode, Gill shares her experience with suicidal thoughts before she got sober. She also notes challenges with weight. Gill Tietz joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss her path to sobriety after becoming a daily drinker in a short amount of time. Gill shares her experiences with negative self-talk and shame, and how her fear of potentially taking action on her suicidal ideation led her to quit drinking. Beth and Gill talk about her experimentation with moderation, and Gill shares how she approached all of her drinking as the scientist sh...
2022-04-291h 01Sober Stories"Sober Yoga Girl" with Alex McRoberts of @themindfullifepracticeContent warning: we briefly discuss the suicidal thoughts our guest experienced in early sobriety. Alex McRoberts of @soberyogagirlpodcast and @themindfullifepractice joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how she came to sobriety through yoga, the power of mindfulness in recovery, and how sobriety has impacted her mental health journey. Beth and Alex talk about how pervasive alcohol has become in the health and wellness spheres, and how Alex views yogic philosophy in relation to sobriety. Alex explains how sobriety helped her find purpose, and Beth and Alex discuss how a tarot reader changed the tr...
2022-04-0850 minSober Stories"Open Up, Don't Just 'Man Up'" with Kevin Bellack of @thesobergingerKevin Bellack joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how therapy helped him get sober, the way vulnerability can lead to freedom, and how he left his corporate accounting job to work in the recovery space. Beth and Kevin talk about the pain of those late-night binge drinking session, and how so many people live quiet bottoms. Kevin explains how a Blue October lyric gave him a wake-up call, and Beth and Kevin discuss the terror of raising teenagers. Kevin shares what his story would be called: "Open Up, Don't Just 'Man Up'" Kevin B...
2022-03-2552 min
Philosophy of FitnessNavigating Sobriety With Kevin Bellack | #59This week I sat down with Kevin Bellack! Kevin is a Certified Professional Recovery Coach, Thrive Coach for the Reframe App and host on 1000 Hours Dry. Kevin shares insight into his relationship with alcohol, the shady marketing tactics that Big Alcohol pushes on consumers, and how to find support through online communities. Sobriety isn't one size fits all and it doesn't take hitting rock bottom to want to give up alcohol.
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2021-09-2456 min
Sober Yoga Girl"How Do I Vacation Sober?" with Kevin Bellack, the Sober GingerKevin Bellack is an accountant by day, sober and mental health advocate by night, known as The Sober Ginger on Instagram! Alex and Kevin have been corresponding back and forth on Instagram since she offered a yoga class for 1000 Hours Dry in March 2021. Kevin had recently been on Sober Vacation, as had Alex, hence they decided to meet up and do an episode on the topic! The first sober vacation can be a stressful experience for newly alcohol free people, and as the post-covid world opens up, more and more individuals will be facing this challenge. Join Alex and...
2021-06-0357 min
The Alcohol ReThink Podcast with Patrick Fox29. Normalising Sobriety with Kevin BellackIn this weeks episode Patrick was joined by Kevin Bellack AKA The Sober Ginger over on Instagram.
During this episode Kevin shares his journey from being a heavy binge drinker to a sober influencer on Instagram. He talks about what it was like changing his identify from being a guy who's life centred around alcohol, the challenges he had were along the way and now sharing his journey as a way to initial keep himself accountable and now inspire others.
He talks openly about how asking for help felt tough but was the best thing...
2021-04-3051 min
Sober Powered: The Neuroscience of Being SoberKevin Bellack on Parenting Before and After Quitting DrinkingGill talks to Kevin who is an alcohol-free accountant, husband, and father. You may know him from his personal Instagram account, @TheSoberGinger, or because he leads 1000 hours dry. Kevin quit drinking when his daughter was 11 years old, so she remembers what it was like before. In this episode they discuss his journey to quitting drinking, what his relationship with his daughter was like before he stopped drinking, what parenting was like for him before vs after he stopped drinking, how he told his family that he’s not drinking anymore and how they responded, what his relationship with his daug...
2021-04-2350 min
Brobriety: Sobriety, Mental Health, and Wellness For Men (And Women, and the Men and Women Who Love Them)Personal Growth and Getting Uncomfortable with Kevin Bellack, The Sober GingerKevin Bellack had a great career and a loving family, but watched his drinking spiral out of control as he used it to manage job-related stress and keep his emotions at bay. After spending time stuck in the cycle of wanting to quit, he finally reached out to a therapist—a single step that changed his life.In this episode, Kevin shares:
How sobriety has given him the opportunity to understand himself better and invest in himself more
How much of his personal growth has come through acceptance with discomfort
How he’s grown...
2021-02-1652 min