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Alcohol Free Life - Janey Lee Grace
Janey Lee Grace and NLP expert Jo Creed discuss strategies to maintain sobriety during the festive season by understanding and working with the unconscious mind.
27:21•26 Dec 2025
Mastering Holiday Temptations with NLP
Episode Overview
- Learn how NLP can help manage unconscious triggers.
- Set clear intentions to maintain sobriety during holidays.
- Communicate your needs to avoid people-pleasing.
- Recognise and prepare for holiday-specific triggers.
- Embrace self-care as a tool for maintaining sobriety.
“"We have to find a way of disrupting this and allowing, working with the unconscious mind to remind ourselves that we can actually choose."”
Ever wondered what it takes to resist the festive temptations and stay committed to your sobriety? This episode of 'Alcohol Free Life' with Janey Lee Grace is just the ticket. With the holiday season in full swing, Janey resurrects a fascinating conversation with NLP expert Jo Creed, who shares insights on how to avoid hitting the 'f**k it' button during those tempting moments.
Jo, one of the expert teachers in the Sober Coach training, breaks down how our unconscious mind can often derail our best intentions. Jo explains how NLP can help us work with our unconscious mind to maintain our sobriety goals, even when the 'wine witch' whispers sweet nothings in our ears.
The episode is packed with practical advice on setting intentions and staying mindful, especially when faced with holiday triggers like Auntie Myrtle's comments or the allure of a Christmas tipple. Janey also highlights the importance of self-care and setting boundaries, encouraging listeners to communicate their needs clearly to avoid people-pleasing pitfalls.
Whether you're a week into your sobriety journey or just considering cutting back, this episode offers a blend of humour, empathy, and actionable strategies to help you stay on track. So grab your notebook, as Janey suggests, and prepare to step into the New Year with clarity and confidence. Are you ready to face the festive season with a new mindset?
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