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Freedom From AlcoholDry Drunk vs Happy Non-DrinkerWhat are the key differences between a Dry Drunk vs Happy Non-Drinker?We discuss in this episode!🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol? 👉Book a Discovery Call today: https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og—————— FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHO...2024-12-3121 min
Freedom From AlcoholIntimacy After Alcohol"Let's talk about sex, baby!" 🎤🎶After alcohol is out of the picture, many of us need to rediscover how we can be intimate with our partners (existing or new). We figured quitting alcohol and addiction isn't taboo enough, let's throw some "sex talk" into the mix!🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a Discovery Call today: https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fel...2024-12-2423 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Power of VisualizationCan you VISUALIZE yourself living an alcohol-free life? There are many powerful studies that show how effective visualization exercises are.We share some of these results, as well as personal stories of our own successful visualizations that came to be.Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non...2024-12-1724 min
Freedom From AlcoholDeana's StoryToday, Coach Lauren talks with one of our clients, Deana, about her story of gaining Freedom From Alcohol!CONGRATS DEANA!Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM AL...2024-12-1031 min
Freedom From AlcoholRomanticizing AlcoholHave you ever found yourself romanticizing alcohol?...Picturing yourself out for dinner with "nice" glass of expensive wine??...Having that cold beer on a summer day after you've just mowed the lawn?Well, if you have, you are certainly not alone!We are here to reframe and debunk some of this old programming around alcohol. 🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a Discovery Call today: https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og —————— FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People W...2024-12-0323 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Importance of JournalingToday, we discuss how journaling has been a big part, and an important tool in each of our alcohol-free journeys.Chris gives a breakdown of 4-2-1 journaling, which is a style that we use within the Freedom From Alcohol program.✍️ Lauren just so happens to have a 4-2-1 Journal that she published, which is available on Amazon:https://a.co/d/efHjeQQ🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a Discovery Call today: https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og...2024-11-2619 min
Freedom From AlcoholTHRIVING (Not Just 'Surviving') Through the Holidays Alcohol-FreeTHRIVING (Not Just 'Surviving') Through the Holidays Alcohol-FreeAs the Holiday Season quickly approaches, we give our tips on how to THRIVE during family get-togethers, work parties and all the added stress that can come with this time of year.Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRI...2024-11-1915 min
Freedom From AlcoholDealing with Loved Ones with a Drinking ProblemWe get a lot of messages from couples that are in this situation: 1 partner is alcohol-free, the other one has a drinking problem.This can create a lot of heartache and confusion in the relationship.Today, we give advice on how to handle this. Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. 2024-11-1219 min
Freedom From AlcoholDropping the DesireToday, we discuss the 3rd pillar of the 'Freedom From Alcohol' coaching program: Reframing.It is so important to reframe the way you think about drinking, in order to drop the desire for it.Society has really conditioned us to think that drinking is acceptable.It is up to us to shed the lies & illusions that alcohol imposes on us, in order to live a life that is truly free from alcohol (that is - a life where you no longer desire alcohol).Ready...2024-11-0518 min
Freedom From AlcoholMindsetToday Chris, Lauren and Matt discuss the 2nd Pillar in the 'Freedom From Alcohol' coaching program: Mindset.It is one thing to take the drink out of your hand, but what else have you been changing about your life?What has changed about your inner dialogue?Where is your energy and focus going?🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol? 👉Book a Discovery Call today: https://calendly.com/coachbychris——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break F...2024-10-2917 min
Freedom From AlcoholInput Create Outputs: Be the Guardian of Your Mind"You have the power over your mind - not outside events. Realise this, and you will find strength".- Marcus AureliusHave you ever stopped to reflect on what forms of input you are choosing (or allowing) into your mind?Real crime podcasts, sensationalized news, pervasive sexual imagery, polarizing political discussions...everything you read, listen to or watch accumulates in your conscious and subconscious.We also talk about how your environment (including who you hang out with) can deeply affect your outlook in life, as well.2024-10-2221 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Unsexy Side of SobrietyWe often see everyone's highlight reels on social media. We see all the wins and how wonderful things are going...What is the OTHER side of sobriety, though? Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongo...2024-10-1521 min
Freedom From AlcoholGarrett Celebrates 2 Years Alcohol-FreeGarrett is one of our Bold Brave Badass clients who just celebrated his 2 year mark of being alcohol-free!Have a listen to what his life is like these days, ever since he gained his Freedom From Alcohol.Congrats, Garrett!!Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fell...2024-10-0821 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Importance of ClarityToday, we discuss one of the 3 Pillars of the Freedom From Alcohol coaching program: Clarity.We discuss why it's so important to know WHY you want to quit. What do you want your life to look like?What specific changes do you want to make?“If a person knows not which port he sails, no wind is favorable.” Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM...2024-10-0120 min
Freedom From AlcoholBo's StoryReady to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcohol Follow us:@coachbychris@laurenhowman79@recoveryroadmap.me2024-09-2422 min
Freedom From AlcoholBusting Myths About AlcoholThere are many myths and BS stories that we tell ourselves to justify our drinking.Today, we confront these myths and debunk them for good!!Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. 2024-09-1728 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Real Reason You Haven't Quit Drinking YetThe Real Reason You Haven't Quit Drinking YetReady to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcohol Follow...2024-09-1017 min
Freedom From AlcoholHow to Handle Triggers & Trip-UpsSeason 2: Season Premiere! 🎉We trust you all had a tremendous summer. We're stoked to bring you helpful content every Tuesday starting with todays episode:'How to Handle Triggers & Trip-Ups'Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GA...2024-09-0321 min
Freedom From AlcoholAlcohol: Why You Keep Going BackWhat causes you to go back to alcohol after some time off? Chris, Lauren and Matt explore what the reasons for this could be. Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Joi...2024-08-2715 min
Freedom From AlcoholWhat Has Alcohol Taken From You?Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcoholFollow us:@coachbychris@laurenhowman79@recoveryroadmap.me 👉He...2024-08-2017 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Power of Investing In YourselfToday, we break down the power of investing in yourself, and the difference making that choice can make on your life!Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og------------------------------------------------------------------FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'FREEDO...2024-08-1319 min
Freedom From AlcoholVictim MentalityVictim Mentality:an acquired personality trait in which a person tends to recognize or consider themselves a victim of the negative actions of others, contrary to the evidence of such circumstances.The opposite of victim mentality is accountability.Accountability:your circumstances may not be your fault, they are your responsibility. That doesn’t mean that you caused it.It means that you have the ability to respond to your circumstances and change the outcome.Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FRE...2024-08-0615 min
Freedom From AlcoholThreshold MomentsWhen it's time to end our drinking careers, we all have our "threshold moments" - those moments of clarity where we realize where we've crossed a line, and there is no going back.For some, it may be desribed as a 'rock bottom moment', for others it may show up as a spiritual shift within oneself, for others it may be something your child or partner says to you...We discuss what our threshold moments were, and how they echo into our current states of non-drinkerdom.Ready to gain YOUR...2024-07-3020 min
Freedom From AlcoholMandy's StoryThis week, Chris talks with a recent-graduate of the 90-Day Freedom From Alcohol Mastermind: Mandy!!Mandy has an incredible & inspiring comeback story...CONGRATS, Mandy! 🙌Are YOU🫵 our next graduate??Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss to...2024-07-2321 min
Freedom From AlcoholSo You're Ready to Stop Drinking...What Are Your Options? Today, we discuss all the options & paths you can choose when deciding to go alcohol-free:AA, SMART recovery, Rehab, therapy, 30-day challenges, coaching...Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. 2024-07-1644 min
Freedom From AlcoholModerationModeration.That word can send shivers up the spine of drinkers who believe they can have 'just one', those who have attempted numerous times to limit how much they drink, and those who hold out hope they can one day drink like a 'normal' person. The thing about moderation is that after you reach a certain point in your drinking career, moderation becomes impossible.And, really...why would you want to hold out hope that you can still pour poison down your throat?Chris & Matt talk passionately about their o...2024-07-0918 min
Freedom From AlcoholRelapsesToday we talk about relapses, or 'slip-ups' or whatever you may refer to them as.Although it is beneficial to have the 100% all-in mentality when it comes to being alcohol-free, it is also important to have a plan if/when you do have a slip-up.Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and...2024-07-0257 min
Freedom From AlcoholCoach Lauren: 4 Years Alcohol-Free!!Congrats to our very own Coach Lauren Howman for celebrating her 4th year alcohol free!!Chris and Lauren chop it up; she gives her reflections on the past 4 years and why she loves being a Alcohol-Free Coach so much.Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHAT...2024-06-2530 min
Freedom From AlcoholMel's Story || 13 Months Alcohol-FreeOne of our clients, Mel, joins Chris to talk about his inspiring alcohol-free journey. At the time of recording, Mel was at 13 months alcohol-free & loving life!Is YOUR story next?Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of e...2024-06-1828 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe REAL Cost of AlcoholWhat is the REAL cost of alcohol?Aside from the money you set aside each month for the drinks, themselves, what about the late night food purchases, the taxi rides, the DWI's, the lost money, the lost wallets and IDs and on and on...Not to mention the cost of your own physical and mental health.The cost of alcoholism to USA is $250 billion dollars annually!Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/fre...2024-06-1126 min
Freedom From AlcoholIdentityIn order to make lasting change, you have to change your identity.Do you identify as a 'non-drinker', or as someone who is 'alcohol-free'?Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. 2024-06-0421 min
Freedom From AlcoholWhat Does It Mean To Love Your Addict Part?What if you could communicate with all the different parts of you? Including the part that keeps choosing to go back to alcohol.What if you could better understand what all your inner parts are trying to help you with?I'm joined in this episode by Craig Perra, owner of mindfulhabithelp.com, who breaks down "parts work" and how he uses it to help men overcome p*rn and s*x addictions.Check out mindfulhabithelp.com for more info about working with Craig. Mention the code words: "COACH CHRIS" and rece...2024-05-2837 min
Freedom From AlcoholJust Have One"I can just have one drink" is like saying "I can just take one step into quicksand."One common challenge we face in our Alcohol-Free Journey is when that voice inside your head says something to the effect of "I'll bet I can have 1 drink tonight" or "1 drink won't kill me..."We discuss our experience with this thought, as well as how to deal with it when it does come up.Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!h...2024-05-2112 min
Freedom From AlcoholDavid's StoryDavid got tired of drinking taking over his life so he decided it was time to do something about it.AA and other methods he previously tried didn't work. That's when he decided to work with me and my team in my Freedom From Alcohol Mastermind.Now, he's just shy of 6 months completely alcohol-free with no desire to drink again! He's even found a wonderful new hobby!Watch David Hill's story below and please join me in congratulating him on his new life!____Ready...2024-05-1425 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Importance of Having a PlanToday, we talk about the importance of having a plan.Whether you're going out to a place that's serving alcohol, or whether it's your overall approach to becoming a non-drinker - you will need a plan in order to stay the path!Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and...2024-05-0719 min
Freedom From AlcoholLosing the LabelsToday, we talk about Losing the Labels."I am an alcoholic" "I am sober" ...do labels such as these inhibit you, or enhance you?How do you identify on your non-drinker journey? Chris mentions his reasons for backing off on the "Sober" in his previous Sober Coach branding, and Lauren and Matt discuss their thoughts on the labels that come with the choice to be a non-drinker.Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call...2024-04-3016 min
Freedom From AlcoholDealing with FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)Today, we discuss the topic of FOMO ("fear of missing out") in sobriety. Here are some potential strategies for dealing with FOMO:Find Sober Activities: Seek out social activities and hobbies that don't involve alcohol. Engaging in alternative forms of recreation can help fill the void left by alcohol-related events.Build a Support System: Surround yourself with friends and support groups that are understanding and supportive of your decision to quit alcohol. These connections can help alleviate feelings of isolation and FOMO.Educate Yourself: Learn about the health benefits of sobriety and t...2024-04-2329 min
Freedom From AlcoholFrom Weekend Binge-Drinker to Alcohol-Free! || Gina's StoryFrom weekend binge-drinker to alcohol-free!This is Gina's story of breaking free from booze by working with us in our Freedom From Alcohol program.If you resonate with Gina's story and are ready to break free, send me a DM to learn more about working together. You can also visit my website to find out more here: https://www.coachbychris.com/Massive congratulations Gina!!! Keep crushing it!Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com...2024-04-1626 min
Freedom From AlcoholWhy Do I Feel So Blah and Bored?There comes a time in the early alcohol-free days where you start to feel depleted and just generally 'blah'...flat...bored.This is totally normal.In fact, there is a term for this: The Pink Cloud Syndrome (Google it).Today, we unpack what creates this feeling, and what to do about it.____Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for...2024-04-0920 min
Freedom From AlcoholWhy Some Can Control Their Drinking and Others Can'tDo you ever wonder why some people can drink "normally" and others seem to launch into a 3-day binge after trying to have "just one"?Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'F...2024-04-0221 min
Freedom From AlcoholHow Hypnosis Can Help You Stop DrinkingWhen you think of Hypnosis, what comes to mind? ...The Vegas shows that see crowd members come on stage to act like chickens, perhaps?Well, there is much more to Hypnosis, and today we debunk the myths that sorround it, and illustrate why it's so effective.Chris is certified in Hypnotherapy, and his skills in this modality have helped our clients achieve the freedom from alcohol they desire.___Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a FREE Discovery Call today!https://book.coa...2024-03-2626 min
Freedom From AlcoholRomanticizing AlcoholHave you ever found yourself romanticizing alcohol?...Picturing yourself out for dinner with "nice" glass of expensive wine??...Having that cold beer on a summer day after you've just mowed the lawn?Well, if you have, you are certainly not alone!We are here to reframe and debunk some of this old programming around alcohol. Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og____FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.2024-03-1923 min
Freedom From AlcoholDry Drunk vs Happy Non-DrinkerWhat are the key differences between a Dry Drunk vs Happy Non-Drinker?We discuss in this episode!🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol? 👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfr...2024-03-1221 min
Freedom From AlcoholCoach Matt's StoryWelcome to our new home on Tuesdays!We'll be releasing a brand new episode each & every Tuesday moving forward.This episode is a deep dive into Matt's origins with alcohol, and how he found his way out to become a non-drinker.🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MA...2024-03-0552 min
Freedom From AlcoholCoach Lauren's StoryWelcome to our new home on Tuesdays!We'll be releasing a brand new episode each & every Tuesday moving forward.And what better way to start it off with our very own Lauren Howman!!This episode is a deep dive into Lauren's origins with alcohol, and how she found her way out the other side.🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From...2024-02-2745 min
Freedom From Alcohol16 Drinks a Day to Zero! || Michael's StoryCheck out Michael’s story going from 16 drinks a day to not even thinking about alcohol at all! If you’re ready for results like this, DM me or go to coachbychris.com🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM...2024-02-2220 min
Freedom From AlcoholIntimacy After Alcohol❤️Happy Valentines Day❤️"Let's talk about sex, baby!" 🎤🎶After alcohol is out of the picture, many of us need to rediscover how we can be intimate with our partners (existing or new).We figured quitting alcohol and addiction isn't taboo enough, let's throw some "sex talk" into the mix!🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow N...2024-02-1423 min
Freedom From AlcoholMel's StoryDo you hear your story in Mel's Story?🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcoholFollow us:@coachbychris@laurenhowman79@recoveryroadmap.m...2024-02-0820 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Importance of JournalingToday, we discuss how journaling has been a big part, and an important tool in each of our alcohol-free journeys.Chris gives a breakdown of 4-2-1 journaling, which is a style that we use within the Freedom From Alcohol program.✍️ Lauren just so happens to have a 4-2-1 Journal that she published, which is available on Amazon:https://a.co/d/efHjeQQ🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL...2024-02-0219 min
Freedom From AlcoholDropping The DesireToday, we discuss the 3rd pillar of the 'Freedom From Alcohol' coaching program: Reframing.It is so important to reframe the way you think about drinking, in order to drop the desire for it.Society has really conditioned us to think that drinking is acceptable.It is up to us to shed the lies & illusions that alcohol imposes on us, in order to live a life that is truly free from alcohol (that is - a life where you no longer desire alcohol).🤔Ready to...2024-01-2518 min
Freedom From AlcoholMindsetToday Chris, Lauren and Matt discuss the 2nd Pillar in the 'Freedom From Alcohol' coaching program: Mindset.It is one thing to take the drink out of your hand, but what else have you been changing about your life?What has changed about your inner dialogue?Where is your energy and focus going?🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol...2024-01-1817 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Importance of ClarityToday, we discuss one of the 3 Pillars of the Freedom From Alcohol coaching program: Clarity.We discuss why it's so important to know WHY you want to quit.What do you want your life to look like?What specific changes do you want to make?“If a person knows not which port he sails, no wind is favorable.”🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og—————— FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Rea...2024-01-1120 min
Freedom From AlcoholBreaking Myths About AlcoholToday, we break 6 common myths about alcohol.These myths can keep us stuck, and keep us going back as they are stories that we've tricked ourselves into believing...🤔Ready to gain YOUR Freedom From Alcohol?👉Book a Discovery Call today:👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free...2024-01-0428 min
Freedom From AlcoholDry JanuaryWith 2024 just around the corner - are you considering taking the month of January off from drinking alcohol?Dry January has become quite a trendy topic these past few years...and for good reason.Is 2024 your year to change your relationship with alcohol for good??👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og—————— FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss...2023-12-2814 min
Freedom From AlcoholAlcohol: Why You Keep Going BackWhat causes you to go back to alcohol after some time off?Chris, Lauren and Matt explore what the reasons for this could be.🎄 HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE FFA TEAM!! 🎄👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group...2023-12-2115 min
Freedom From AlcoholHeather's StoryListen to Heather's amazing story how she gained freedom from alcohol.Will you be next?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og—————— FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcohol Follow us:@coachbychris@laurenhowman79...2023-12-1448 min
Freedom From AlcoholWhat Has Alcohol Taken From You?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcoholFollow us:@coachbychris@laurenhowman79@recoveryroadmap.me👉Here are the podcast links (Apple & Spotify):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...2023-12-0717 min
Freedom From Alcohol🎄Handling The Holidays: Alcohol-FreeThe holiday season is upon us!Chris, Lauren & Matt discuss their own tricks and plans that have helped them get through the holidays alcohol-free!👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og——————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantf...2023-11-3016 min
Freedom From AlcoholSteve's StoryDo you want to gain freedom from alcohol like Steve did??👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og————————————————————————— FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol. Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living. ✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcohol Follow us: @coachbychris @laurenhowman79 @recoveryroadmap.me 2023-11-2311 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Power of Investing in YourselfToday, we break down the power of investing in yourself, and the difference making that choice can make on your life!👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og—————————————————————————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcoholFollow us:@coachbychris@laurenhowman79@recoveryroadm...2023-11-1619 min
Freedom From AlcoholVictim MentalityVictim Mentality:an acquired personality trait in which a person tends to recognize or consider themselves a victim of the negative actions of others, contrary to the evidence of such circumstances.The opposite of victim mentality is accountability.Accountability:your circumstances may not be your fault, they are your responsibility. That doesn’t mean that you caused it.It means that you have the ability to respond to your circumstances and change the outcome.👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og————————————————————FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for Peopl...2023-11-0915 min
Freedom From AlcoholJessica: 1 Year Alcohol-FreeJessica is one of our booze-free badasses who is celebrating her one-year alcohol-free anniversary today!!!👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og👉Here are the podcast links (Apple & Spotify):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freedom-from-alcohol/id1706015901?uo=4https://open.spotify.com/show/39VCXvw4hcAzou21JvHAbJFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics...2023-11-0227 min
Freedom From AlcoholModerationModeration.That word can send shivers up the spine of drinkers who believe they can have 'just one', those who have attempted numerous times to limit how much they drink, and those who hold out hope they can one day drink like a 'normal' person.The thing about moderation is that after you reach a certain point in your drinking career, moderation becomes impossible.And, really...why would you want to hold out hope that you can still pour poison down your throat?Chris & Matt talk passionately about their...2023-10-2618 min
Freedom From AlcoholAlejandro's StoryYou have to hear Alejandro's inspiring story of breaking free from alcohol.👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcoholFollow us:@coachbychris@laurenhowman79@recoveryroadmap.me...2023-10-1914 min
Freedom From AlcoholThreshold MomentsWhen it's time to end our drinking careers, we all have our "threshold moments" - those moments of clarity where we realize where we've crossed a line, and there is no going back.For some, it may be desribed as a 'rock bottom moment', for others it may show up as a spiritual shift within oneself, for others it may be something your child or partner says to you...We discuss what our threshold moments were, and how they echo into our current states of non-drinkerdom.👉https://book.coachbychris.com/fre...2023-10-1220 min
Freedom From AlcoholJust Have One"I can just have one drink" is like saying "I can just take one step into quicksand."One common challenge we face in our Alcohol-Free Journey is when that voice inside your head says something to the effect of "I'll bet I can have 1 drink tonight" or "1 drink won't kill me..."We discuss our experience with this thought, as well as how to deal with it when it does come up.👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are...2023-10-0512 min
Freedom From AlcoholBen's StoryBen changed his life completely by leaving alcohol behind!! Listen in! Are you next?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.✅ Join 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL' Facebook Group!https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcoholFollow us:@coachbychris...2023-09-2823 min
Freedom From AlcoholThe Importance of Having a PlanToday, we talk about the importance of having a plan.Whether you're going out to a place that's serving alcohol, or whether it's your overall approach to becoming a non-drinker - you will need a plan in order to stay the path!👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogFREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL: A Community for People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol.Join co-hosts, and fellow Non-Drinker & Life Coaches, CHRIS SHATEK, LAUREN HOWMAN & MATT GARDINER as they discuss topics of early & ongoing alcohol-free living.2023-09-2119 min
Freedom From AlcoholLosing the LabelsToday, we talk about Losing the Labels."I am an alcoholic" "I am sober" ...do labels such as these inhibit you, or enhance you?How do you identify on your non-drinker journey?👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogChris mentions his reasons for backing off on the "Sober" in his previous Sober Coach branding, and Lauren and Matt discuss their thoughts on the labels that come with the choice to be a non-drinker.JOIN 'FREEDOM FROM ALCOHOL" FACEBOOK GROUP:2023-09-1416 min
Freedom From AlcoholDealing with FOMOToday, we discuss the topic of FOMO ("fear of missing out") in sobriety.👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-og👉JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP:https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcoholHere are some potential strategies for dealing with FOMO:Find Sober Activities: Seek out social activities and hobbies that don't involve alcohol. Engaging in alternative forms of recreation can help fill the void left by alcohol-related events.Build a Support System: Surround yourself with friends and support groups that are understanding and supportive of you...2023-09-0729 min
Freedom From Alcohol'Freedom From Alcohol': Masterclass👉https://book.coachbychris.com/freedom-ogWelcome to 'Freedom From Alcohol': A Community of People Who Are Ready to Break FREE From Alcohol!This is a live recording of a Masterclass Chris, Lauren and Matt did from August 29th, 2023.We, at the FFA Team, are excited to show you how you can find freedom from alcohol without feeling miserable, deprived, or overwhelmed.During this event, you'll learn:How to lose the desire for alcohol so you actually don't want it in your lif...2023-09-061h 26
Beyond Recovery™'Freedom From Alcohol' || LAUREN HOWMANI am a mom of 4 boys, grandma, wife, and dog mom.I am the owner of Howman Health, LLC, Nurse Practitioner, a substitute school nurse, a postpartum nurse, a Certified Sober/Life Coach, a Certified Wellness Coach, a preferred PSYCH-K facilitator. My professional endeavors all boil down to this…. I am a “living your best life” advocate! I am living my best life and I want others to experience that as well! My job on this planet is to use my pastlinktr.ee/HowmanHealthFrom my linktree, you can find all sorts of goodie...2023-08-0345 min