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Hack My AgeThe Midlife Gray Area Drinking Trap: Are You in It? - Sarah RusbatchAre you a gray area drinker? Do you even know what that is? Today’s guest is going to break it all down and let us know what this really means and if your drinking is going a little too far…or not. We cover: What is Gray Area Drinking? Common signs you’re in the zone Gray area drinkers vs alcoholics How hormonal changes affect our relationship with alcohol Myths about alcohol and menopause How alcohol affects brain health and cognitive function in perimenopause 2025-06-0252 min
hey, waitHey, Wait… Alcohol Is Keeping You Small: with Sarah Rusbatch | #3 Welcome back to the “Hey, Wait” Podcast, hosted by embodiment coach, educator, and author Jay Moon Fields. Each episode we’ll be sharing stories, insights, interviews, and practical tools to help you shift how you show up in your relationships, and in your life. In today’s episode, Jay Moon Fields is joined by Award Winning Author, Wellbeing Coach, and Keynote Speaker, Sarah Rusbatch. Sarah’s journey toward sobriety has covered a large portion of her life, and today she works tirelessly to support women all over the globe to create and live their best l...2025-05-0847 min
High Performance HealthGrey Area Drinking, Hormones & Midlife: What Every Woman Needs to Know | Sarah Rusbatch author of Beyond BoozeWhat if alcohol isn’t the harmless stress reliever it’s been marketed to be—but a silent saboteur of your confidence, hormones, and nervous system? In this deeply honest and empowering conversation, Sarah Rusbatch, author of Beyond Booze, joins Angela to unpack the hidden costs of "grey area drinking"—the space between social drinking and addiction where many high-achieving women quietly struggle. Together, they explore how alcohol affects female physiology, from rising cortisol and disrupted sleep to impaired hormone detoxification and loss of confidence. Angela and Sarah also dive into the neuroscience of GABA, the truth about al...2025-04-141h 05
HOW TO FEEL LIKE A MIDLIFE GODDESSWhat If Cutting Back on Alcohol Could Change Your Life with Sarah Rusbatch, Author of Beyond BoozeSend us a textExploring Our Relationship with AlcoholAre you curious about your relationship with alcohol, that well-deserved glass of wine or gin and tonic? For most of us, it has probably been a part of our lives and feels like such a treat - so why would we ever question it?If so, you're going to enjoy my conversation with Sarah Rusbatch, author of Beyond Booze. She shows us what is ‘beyond booze’ and the many life-changing benefits we can experience by cutting ties with it.It’s a fa...2025-03-2957 min
Over The Influence: The Alcohol Free PodcastSarah Rusbatch: Beyond BoozeOn the pod this week, we finally welcome the wonderful Sarah Rusbatch to Over The Influence!
Sarah is originally from Manchester and now lives in the much sunnier Perth, Australia. We've wanted to get together for ages but with time zones it's been tricky. We found out she was back in the UK so we took our opportunity to get her on the pod!
Sarah is author of the best selling book “Beyond Booze, How to create a life you love Alcohol Free", a multi-award winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a...2025-03-1050 min
WomenKind Collective Alcohol & Sobriety with Sarah Rusbatch In our new podcast series, Spill The Tea with Womenkind Collective, we’ll dive into topics impacting our health and well-being, featuring extraordinary women who are raising their voices for positive change, and our guest today is certainly helping to raise positive change, Sarah Rusbatch.She is a grey area drinking coach, a health and well-being coach and author of the transformative book, Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol Free.Sarah is a passionate advocate for living an alcohol-free life after embracing her own sobriety in 2019, we talk abo...2025-03-0141 min
Performance Intelligence PodcastBite Size #160: Sarah Rusbatch – How She Quit Drinking & Sparked a Movement!In this Bite Size from episode #99 grey area drinking expert Sarah Rusbatch talks about how she started her alcohol free movement and how she was able to focus on the positives of stopping her alcohol consumption instead of the negatives. Sarah also shares how she slowly slid back into drinking after a period of time and what caused her to end up quitting drinking for good. You can find Sarah at her Website: https://sarahrusbatch.com/add Sarah on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-rusbatch-4b189128Follow Sarah on Instagram: https://www.i...2025-02-0912 minPerformance Intelligence Podcast#123 3rd Most Popular Podcast of 2024: Confronting Grey Area Drinking, the Rise of "Wine Mum" Culture, Performance Benefits of Cutting Back Alcohol - Sarah RusbatchAs the year comes to an end, we're getting ready to unwind and take a break, syncing with our company's rhythm. We understand and encourage our audience to find some time to rest and reconnect with yourselves, as there is great value in pausing to recharge and restore. While holidays are perfect for relaxing, for some of us it means reaching for alcohol to self-soothe. Notably Australia is the world's top binge drinking country. Which is why this week we are introducing an episode with Sarah Rusbatch is an award-winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, accredited in...2025-01-081h 26
The School of Wellbeing with Meg DurhamSet Yourself Up For Success With Lisa O'Neil, Sarah Rusbatch and Dr Adam Faser | Best of 2024"These are the snippets that made you stop, nod your head, laugh out loud, or even think, ‘Wow, I needed to hear that today.’” - Meg Durham
In this special 1st episode of the "Best Of 2024” series, join host Meg Durham, a wellbeing educator and teacher wellbeing specialist, as she shares some of the best, most insightful moments from experts featured on The School of Wellbeing in 2024.
Re-visit AND discover practical strategies to boost your energy, reduce stress, and improve your work-life balance. From mastering your energy levels with Lisa O’Neil, breaking free from alcohol with...2025-01-0218 min
Well, hello anxiety with Dr Jodi RichardsonSummer Series: Beyond Booze, with Sarah RusbatchJoin us on "Well, Hello Anxiety" for a thought-provoking episode with Sarah Rusbatch as we explore the concept of sobriety in today's alcohol-centric culture. In a society where alcohol is ubiquitous and often synonymous with celebration and relaxation, Sarah challenges us to consider the possibility of living a fulfilling and joyful life without it. Drawing from her own experiences and insights shared on her website, Sarah offers valuable perspectives on the benefits of sobriety, debunking myths and misconceptions along the way. Tune in as Dr. Jodi Richardson and Sarah Rusbatch delve into the...2024-12-2450 minWell, hello anxiety with Dr Jodi RichardsonSummer Series: Beyond Booze, with Sarah RusbatchJoin us on "Well, Hello Anxiety" for a thought-provoking episode with Sarah Rusbatch as we explore the concept of sobriety in today's alcohol-centric culture. In a society where alcohol is ubiquitous and often synonymous with celebration and relaxation, Sarah challenges us to consider the possibility of living a fulfilling and joyful life without it. Drawing from her own experiences and insights shared on her website, Sarah offers valuable perspectives on the benefits of sobriety, debunking myths and misconceptions along the way. Tune in as Dr. Jodi Richardson and Sarah Rusbatch delve into the...2024-12-2450 min
How To Not Get Sick And DieThe Rise of Liver Disease in Young Women: Understanding Your Relationship with Alcohol with Sarah Rusbatch | EP 415Are you struggling with the pressure to drink during the holiday season? In this episode, multi-award winning health coach Sarah Rusbatch shares how alcohol affects women differently than men, particularly during midlife and perimenopause. She shares powerful insights about gray area drinking, the concerning rise of liver disease in younger women, and how the alcohol industry specifically targets female consumers.Key Highlights:The surprising definition of binge drinking - just two large glasses of wine can classify as a binge drinking sessionSarah explains how having "just one drink" often leads to negotiating with yourself and losing...2024-12-0343 min
Changing Seasons Podcast16 - Grey area drinking and how it can slowly unravel your life with Sarah RusbatchSend us a textSarah Rusbatch is the author of the best-selling book “Beyond Booze”. She is a Grey Area Drinking Coach, menopause coach and key note speaker who shares about her journey to sobriety.In todays conversation we discuss the following:What is Grey Area drinking?When do we know we have a problem with alcohol and how to stop.The impact grey area drinking is having on your mental healthThe impact alcohol is having on the health of perimenopausal and menopausal women and the risk associated with continued high level consumption of alco...2024-11-211h 01
Shine Within with Gina KunadianLiving Alcohol-Free: Redefining Health and Happiness with Sarah RusbatchIn this empowering episode of the Shine Within Podcast, host Gina welcomes Sarah Rusbatch, a multi-award-winning health and wellbeing coach, keynote speaker, and author. Sarah shares her inspiring journey of becoming alcohol-free in 2019, diving into the concept of “gray area drinking” and how it affects millions worldwide. With a compassionate approach, Sarah explains what it means to be a gray area drinker and how this often-overlooked space between casual and dependent drinking impacts both mental and physical health.
Throughout the conversation, Sarah reveals the subtle but powerful ways alcohol affects our well-being, even in small amounts—from distur...2024-11-1330 min
Sisters Cracking UpRethinking Drinking with Sarah RusbatchSisters, let's talk booze. Most of us have some relationship with it whether it's front and center in our lives, on the periphery, or even in the rearview. But there's no escaping alcohol's prevalence in our society. Happy? Celebrating? Grab a glass or two or five. Sad? Grieving? Lonely? Do exactly the same. Shockingly, alcohol use disorder in women has increased 87% in the last 30 years. Yup, you read that right. And however you do the math, that's a concerning number. If nothing else, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that in some countries, alcohol is the number...2024-10-271h 04Performance Intelligence PodcastBite Size #143: Sarah Rusbatch - What Is Grey Area Drinking? and How to Identify if You Are One..In this Bite Size from episode #99 grey area drinking expert Sarah Rusbatch explains what exactly grey area drinking is and how you can find out if you might be a grey area drinker or a take it or leave it drinker. Sarah also talks about how some of her clients who were heavy drinkers were unable to have sex with their partners sober, even after decades of marriage. You can find Sarah at her Website: https://sarahrusbatch.com/add Sarah on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-rusbatch-4b189128Follow Sarah on Instagram: h...2024-10-1312 min
SLAY83. SARAH RUSBATCH: HOW TO KNOW IF YOU'RE ALCOHOL INTAKE IS OUT OF CONTROL...In this episode of the "Slay" podcast, host Louise Hazel converses with Sarah Rusbatch, a grey area drinking coach and author of "Beyond Booze." They dive into the concept of grey area drinking, which describes individuals who don't fit the traditional mold of an alcoholic but still struggle with their relationship with alcohol. Sarah explains the signs of problematic drinking and its impact on physical and mental health. They discuss societal pressures, the challenges of moderation, and the benefits of taking a break from alcohol. Sarah also shares practical strategies and resources for those looking to reassess their drinking...2024-09-2851 min
Women of Faith in Leadership | Leading with integrity, Leadership Self-doubt, Christian Leadership, Leading with confidence, Teamwork074 | [Series] Conversations about Gossip: Uncorking the Truth about Alcohol in the Workplace with Sarah RusbatchIn this episode, we discuss how the use of alcohol, even just low-level use, can affect your behaviour at work and can be the cause of gossip in the workplace.
Bio: Sarah Rusbatch
Sarah is the author of the best-selling book “Beyond Booze, how to create a life you love Alcohol Free’, a multi-award-winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a menopause coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. Sarah works tirelessly to support women all over the world to crea...2024-08-1934 minWomen of Faith in Leadership | Leading with integrity, Leadership Self-doubt, Christian Leadership, Leading with confidence, Teamwork074 | [Series] Conversations about Gossip: Uncorking the Truth about Alcohol in the Workplace with Sarah RusbatchIn this episode, we discuss how the use of alcohol, even just low-level use, can affect your behaviour at work and can be the cause of gossip in the workplace.
Bio: Sarah Rusbatch
Sarah is the author of the best-selling book “Beyond Booze, how to create a life you love Alcohol Free’, a multi-award-winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a menopause coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. Sarah works tirelessly to support women all over the world to crea...2024-08-1934 min
Thrive Alcohol Free48. Beyond Booze with Sarah RusbatchIn this episode, I give an overview of week two of the Alcohol Free August Challenge. Its never too late to join in, so why not start today. Head to Instagram @thrivealcoholfree to watch the daily lives and make the decision to take a break. If you’ve been taking part, congrats, you’re already on Day 15. Keep going!
In this episode, I speak to Sarah Rusbatch. Sarah is author of the best selling book “Beyond Booze, How to create a life you love Alcohol Free’, a multi-award winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking...2024-08-151h 03
The Boomer Woman’s Podcast'Grey Area Drinking' and Why It's on The Rise with Sarah RusbatchSarah Rusbatch is a grey area drinking coach. If you don’t know what that is, but enjoy your wine habit, listen in.
In this episode, Sarah explains:
What grey area drinking is
How alcohol use disorder in women has increased over 80% in the last 30 years
The interaction between menopause and drinking
The physiological response to alcohol in women
Why women are more susceptible to health risks than men
Non-alcoholic beverages
What happens in our bodies when we cut out all alcohol
How to kickstart that goal
How to respond to “friends” who pressure you to drink
...2024-08-0153 min
Choose to Live, Love & GrowHow to Navigate Living a Sober, Healthier Life with Sarah Rusbatch-Ep 38On today’s episode we are joined by Sarah Rusbatch. Sarah Rusbatch is a certified Women's Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach and a keynote speaker sharing her journey to sobriety and the impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. She's the host of a thriving, global online community (The Women's Wellbeing Collective), which offers a safe space where women feel seen and understood. Her programs are designed for real life. She equips women with the tools they need to break the cycle of unhealthy habits and coping mechanisms, and her experience, knowledge, an...2024-07-2938 min
On the Couch with ClareGrey Area Drinking: When Alcohol Becomes a Problem with Sarah RusbatchToday we’re talking about alcohol with our guest Sarah Rusbatch. More specifically, the concept of where alcohol becomes a problem, particularly for women. Sarah is the author of Beyond Booze: How to create a life you love, alcohol-free. We’re talking to Sarah about her own personal journey, and her mission to support others who may be curious about their drinking habits.In this episode:Health risks and societal normsUnderstanding grey area drinkingBenefits of an alcohol-free lifeThe impact of alcohol on the brain and bodyPersonal experiences and cognitive shiftsThe importance of restorative sleepPractical tips for redu...2024-07-1854 min
RiseEpisode 34: Life Beyond Booze (with Sarah Rusbatch)Today we are thrilled to welcome our sober sister Sarah Rusbatch to Rise to chat about her amazing book Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love, Alcohol Free. Sarah is an accredited grey area drinking coach, motivational speaker and now bestselling author who has supported thousands of women worldwide to quit drinking and rediscover themselves as a result. Her brilliant book is an amalgamation of her years of coaching experience and lessons learned on her own sober journey, offering a comprehensive toolkit for anyone looking for ways to self support in healthy and truly nourishing ways. Needless t...2024-07-1253 minPerformance Intelligence Podcast#99 Confronting Grey Area Drinking, the Rise of "Wine Mum" Culture, Performance Benefits of Cutting Back Alcohol - Sarah RusbatchAs the school term comes to an end, we're getting ready to unwind and take a break, syncing with our company's rhythm. We understand and encourage our audience to find some time to rest and reconnect with yourselves, as there is great value in pausing to recharge and restore. While holidays are perfect for relaxing, for some of us it means reaching for alcohol to self-soothe. Notably Australia is the world's top binge drinking country. Which is why this week we are introducing an episode with Sarah Rusbatch is an award-winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, acc...2024-07-031h 16
Well WorkplacesEp128 - Grey Area Drinking with Sarah RusbatchIn this episode, we welcome Sarah Rusbatch from Perth to discuss her new book 'Beyond Booze' and the significance of re-evaluating our relationship with alcohol.
Sarah shares her personal journey of becoming alcohol-free and the benefits she has experienced. She explains the concept of 'grey area drinking' and how it impacts people's lives. The conversation addresses the negative effects of alcohol, especially on women, highlighting the need for better public awareness and healthier alternatives.
Sarah also provides insights into how workplaces can support employees by reducing alcohol-cantered activities and promoting overall wellbeing. Finally...2024-07-0133 min
A Girl's Guide to a F*cking Good LifeLive Your BEST Booze Free Life with Sarah RusbatchWondering how to ditch the booze? Or what an alcohol free lifestyle could even be like? Get inspired with this interview from 'Beyond Booze' author and grey area drinking coach 'Sarah Rusbatch'!Stalk all things Sarah Rusbatch here:https://sarahrusbatch.com/Don't forget to come connect with us!Join our free Ladies HQ community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ladieslivinglifebeyondlimitsFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladieshq_Join our email list for freebies: https://tinyurl.com/ladieshqupdatesRebecca Kelly + Ladies HQ...2024-06-3039 min
Free To Be MeEpisode 18: A Journey to Sobriety with guest Sarah RusbatchIn this insightful episode, host Karen Pawley interviews Sarah Rusbatch, a distinguished coach specializing in navigating Grey Area Drinking, particularly among women. Sarah, author of the bestselling book "Beyond Booze," shares her personal journey from regular and consistent alcohol consumption to embracing sobriety, illustrating the transformative impact it had on her life and career. Beyond the anticipated physical benefits like weight loss, improved sleep, and better liver health, Sarah emphasizes the profound emotional and mental gains, such as increased self-esteem, confidence, and a deeper connection to oneself. She discusses the importance of understanding the reasons behind one's drinking habits...2024-06-2756 min
Next Of Kin PodcastBUILDING A LIFE BEYOND BOOZE with SARAH RUSBATCHPicture this: you’ve hit some semblance of midlife. You’re older, wiser and squishier around the middle. You have a career that pays the bills, little or big babies, good friends and bad habits, but all in all, life is fine. You’re also caring for aging parents, worrying about the economy, wondering if your kid has ADHD and everything hurts when you lay down wrong but… you’re fine. Especially when you get a drink in your hot little hand to ceremoniously flick your internal status to: off duty.But lately you’ve noticed that your favouri...2024-06-2751 min
The Happy Mama Movement with Amy Taylor-Kabbaz#269 | ALCOHOL, MOTHERHOOD, AND THE PROMISE OF WINE O'CLOCK | WITH SARAH RUSBATCHWelcome to this week’s episode of the Happy Mama Movement podcast. This week’s guest is Sarah Rusbatch, a multi-award-winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, and a menopause coach.We talk about:- How Sarah's journey to sobriety began and the impact it had on her life.- The importance of understanding and addressing grey area drinking.- Key strategies for women to create and live their best alcohol-free lives.- The role of community and support in achi...2024-06-2540 min
Clean SlateSarah Rusbatch on the effects of alcohol on women’s healthContent warning: Drinking alcohol; and addiction.
Sarah Rusbatch is a certified women's health and wellbeing coach, accredited grey area drinking coach, author of ‘Beyond Booze: How to create a life you love alcohol-free’, and speaker.
In this episode, Sarah shares the story of her recovery journey as well as her library of knowledge on the effects of alcohol on women’s health - including its impact on the body during menopause.
You’ll also hear from Dr Chris Davis, Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer at Clean Slate Clinic, for his clinical insights.
Clean Sl...2024-06-2158 min
Menopause ConversationsBeyond Booze with Sarah RusbatchHave you ever asked yourself why it is that you need or want that glass of wine or beer? Stress, boredom, the social aspect of drinking or something else entirely?What about the effects that alcohol is having on your health, especially if you are already consuming other things like medications?In this episode of Menopause Conversations we are joined by special guest, Sarah Rusbatch. Sarah is a multi award winning Grey Area Drinking Coach, Menopause Coach, Author of the best-selling book 'Beyond Booze', Motivational Speaker and founder of a community of over 20,000...2024-05-2051 min
Wellness Women RadioWWR 257: Beyond Booze with Sarah RusbatchWe need to talk about alcohol. We all know it’s not good for us but when does the daily glass of wine to ‘switch off’ or the cocktails on the weekend with your girlfriends start taking more than it’s worth? On this special episode of Wellness Women Radio we’re joined by the incredible Sarah Rusbatch, author of ‘Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol-Free’.
We’ll uncover why alcohol poses more significant problems for women than men especially as we age, the health complications that can arise, and what exactly constitutes the ‘grey area’...2024-05-2038 min
The Lorraine Murphy ShowAre You A Grey Area Drinker? feat. Sarah RusbatchAlcohol seems to walk hand in hand for the modern experience as a woman - I’ve experienced this myself, with my friends, and with my mentees. Alcohol in our society is seen as the cure-all: it helps relieve stress, is a way to celebrate, and helps us connect with others. But what about the downsides? Sarah Rusbatch is an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, Menopause Coach, Author, Motivational Speaker and host of a community of over 20,000 women. She has been featured in publications such as ABC News, MamaMia, Body & Soul, Women’s Health, The Sunday Times and is...2024-05-1653 min
The No More Wasted Days PodcastEp. 27 Creating a Joyful, Alcohol-Free Life with Sarah RusbatchSara and Heather get to talk with guest Sarah Rusbatch, Sarah is the author of the best selling book “Beyond Booze, How to create a life you love Alcohol Free’, a multi-award winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a menopause coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. Sarah works tirelessly to support women all over the world to create and live their best lives as they age.
Sarah shares her personal journey from starting to drink at 14 in En...2024-05-1438 min
The You Project#1519 Beyond Booze - Sarah RusbatchSarah Rusbatch is a Women's Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach and a key-note speaker sharing her journey to sobriety and the impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. After developing a dysfunctional relationship with alcohol, Sarah made the decision to remove alcohol from her life in early 2019 and has never looked back. She now works with women across the globe, guiding them from feeling lost, stuck and out of control to a healthier and happier way of living. Sarah's been on TYP before and just like last time, the conversation was fascinating...2024-05-1042 min
Tribe Sober - inspiring an alcohol free life!The Sobriety Experiment with Sarah RusbatchMy guest Sarah Rusbatch is a Brit living in Oz – she struggled with alcohol dependence for years but finally nailed sobriety and trained as a Sober Coach. She's also written a book called "Beyond Booze" which enables people to build an alcohol free life that we love!
In this episode:-
Sarah began drinking in her early teens
It became a way to fit in and make friends at school and at university
We reflected on the drinking culture in the UK during the 90s, influenced by tv series like Sex and the City and the Lade...2024-04-2044 min
Alcohol-Free Advantage Podcast with Andy RamageE314 Sarah Rusbatch - Beyond BoozeSummarySarah shares her journey of alcohol addiction and recovery, highlighting the societal pressures and beliefs that contribute to the cycle of drinking. She discusses the impact of alcohol on her physical and mental health, as well as her relationships. Sarah's decision to quit drinking led her to retrain as a health and wellness coach and a grey area drinking coach. Her story resonated with thousands of women, inspiring them to seek help and make positive changes in their own lives. Sarah Rusbatch shares her journey of quitting alcohol and how it has transformed her...2024-04-1549 min
Message In The MiddleBeyond Booze: Exploring Life Beyond Alcohol with Sarah RusbatchToday we’re looking at life beyond booze. Joining me for this conversation is Sarah Rusbatch, author of the acclaimed book “Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol-Free.” Sarah is not only an author but also a Health and Wellbeing, Grey Area Drinking and Menopause coach. She's a keynote speaker and the force behind a thriving online community, that provides solace and understanding for women worldwide. Sarah’s mission is to empower as many women as possible to discover their happiest, most fulfilling lives, free from the constraints of alcohol.Conversation Highlights:Sar...2024-04-1343 min