$346 \\ The Cost of Drinking: What Is It Really Taking From You?$

346 \\ The Cost of Drinking: What Is It Really Taking From You?
346 \\ The Cost of Drinking: What Is It Really Taking From You?

SET FREE SISTERHOOD-Am I drinking too much, over drinking, binge drinking, social anxiety, quit drinking, sobriety, christian women

Michelle Porterfield discusses the hidden costs of alcohol, sharing personal experiences and offering advice on breaking free from its grip.

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SET FREE SISTERHOOD-Am I drinking too much, over drinking, binge drinking, social anxiety, quit drinking, sobriety, christian women

Michelle Porterfield - Alcohol Free Coach, Professional Mindset Mentor, Self Discovery

Stop Overdrinking and Create the Life You Love! Hey Sister! Do you find yourself saying, “I need to get control of my drinking?” Do you google “How to know if I’m drinking too much” or “Am I an alcoholic?” Feeling stressed most of the time? Is your health going downhill and it makes you feel like crap? Is your anxiety through the roof, so much that you wake up at 3am with your heart racing and thinking negative thoughts about yourself? You hide it well. Not many people know. You show up for work, you workout (sometimes), you walk around with a smile on your face for the world to see and meanwhile you think... I wish I was a better mom… I want to be a better person. What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I just quit? Yet you still crave that next drink, feel like a failure, and sometimes you wonder who you’ve become. You are sick of this cycle with alcohol and you wish you could get your drinking under control. Girl, I see you and I get you! I’m Michelle Porterfield, a Stop Overdrinking Coach. For so many years I experienced all of this. I was so afraid of what my life would look like alcohol-free. How would I have fun? What would I tell everyone? How would I travel without a drink in my hand? How would I handle stress? I got to a point where I was sick of being stuck. I had tried to stop drinking and I had failed too many times. I made the choice to choose something different – me. It wasn’t easy, it took surrender, daily awareness, new routines, getting honest with myself, and learning to actually feel my emotions instead of stuffing them down… oh…and lots of grace. Friend, it was so worth it. My life was truly transformed on the other side of drinking. And yours can be too. Here‘s the deal: Drinking less is just the first step! I believe that‘s why it can be scary. We know deep down there’s more. Once we see what’s underneath the alcohol, true freedom is found. I am here to help you do just that. So if you’re ready to ditch the wine witch, stop overdrinking, rewire your negative thoughts and get your power back, calm your anxiety, cultivate healthy relationships, love and value yourself again, reignite your faith, and create a life of fulfillment. Then now is your time Sister! Let’s do this. Grab a Breakthrough Coaching call with Michelle! Email at michelle@setfreesisterhood.com Come join the FB Sisterhood - https://bit.ly/alcoholfreesisterhood Go to the website: https://setfreesisterhood.com/

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The Hidden Costs of Drinking: Beyond the Wallet

Episode Overview

Assess the true impact of alcohol on your life.
Understand why vague goals like 'feeling better' often fall short.
Recognise the emotional and mental costs of drinking.
Explore the role of faith in recovery.
Identify the point where you've suffered enough.

“"Alcohol takes more than it gives, period."”

How much is alcohol really costing you? Michelle Porterfield tackles this question head-on, exploring the hidden costs of drinking that go far beyond your wallet. With a blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice, she uncovers the toll alcohol takes on health, relationships, and self-worth. Michelle shares her own struggles with alcohol, offering listeners a raw glimpse into her journey towards sobriety.

The episode is packed with insights on how vague goals like 'feeling better' often fall short and why honest self-reflection is key to breaking free from the cycle of drinking. Michelle's approach is compassionate yet direct, urging women to assess the true impact of their drinking habits without shame or judgment.

Whether you're someone who occasionally wonders if you're drinking too much or you're caught in a cycle of regret and repeat, this episode offers a safe space to reflect and consider the next steps towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. Are you ready to take a hard look at what alcohol is taking from you?

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