Michelle Porterfield - Alcohol Free Coach, Professional Mindset Mentor, Self Discovery
Michelle Porterfield - Stop Over Drinking Coach, Professional Mindset Mentor, Self Discovery
360 \\ Doing Dry January but Still Struggling? Here’s What’s Really Going On.
360 \\ Doing Dry January but Still Struggling? Here’s What’s Really Going On.
360 \\ Doing Dry January but Still Struggling? Here’s What’s Really Going On.
Thursday 22nd January 2026
Struggling with Dry January? Discover why it's hard and how to tackle underlying issues with insights from Michelle Porterfield.
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Michelle Porterfield - Alcohol Free Coach, Professional Mindset Mentor, Self Discovery
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Episode Overview
- Cutting out alcohol doesn't address the needs it was fulfilling.
- Understanding your habit loop can help manage triggers.
- Support systems are crucial for sustainable change.
- Emotional regulation is key when removing alcohol.
- Replacing alcohol with healthier habits can ease the transition.
"Taking alcohol away without addressing what it was doing for you is why this feels miserable."
Ever wondered why Dry January feels like such a challenge? In this engaging episode, Michelle Porterfield, a seasoned mindset mentor and stop-over-drinking coach, takes a deep dive into the real reasons behind the struggle. She explains that while cutting out alcohol is a step, it doesn't address the underlying needs that drinking was fulfilling. Michelle shares how alcohol often acts as a tool for unwinding, shutting off stress, or avoiding emotional overload.
When you remove it, your nervous system might be left wondering what to do next. This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and practical advice on tackling those tricky internal triggers that pop up when you take alcohol out of the equation. Michelle talks about the habit loop—trigger, behaviour, relief—and how it still fires even when you're drinking less. She offers insights into why you might feel irritable or restless and how to deal with these emotions constructively.
If you're finding Dry January tougher than expected, this episode offers a comforting reminder that you're not alone and provides actionable steps to help you move forward without white-knuckling your way through. Michelle's approach is both compassionate and straightforward, making this episode a must-listen for anyone on their journey to sobriety. Ready to uncover what's really going on beneath the surface and learn how to create lasting change? Tune in for some honest talk and practical strategies.