BONUS: You’re Not Weak, You’re Unsupported.
BONUS: You’re Not Weak, You’re Unsupported.

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

Michelle Porterfield discusses how lack of support, not weakness, often holds people back in their sobriety journey. She highlights the power of community in overcoming alcohol struggles.

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10:23•20 Jan 2026

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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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You're Not Weak: The Power of Support in Sobriety

Episode Overview

Support is crucial for overcoming alcohol struggles.
Community helps normalise struggles and reduce shame.
Feeling stuck in a cycle of drinking is common.
Pressure and expectations can hinder progress.
Taking the next step is more important than having a complete plan.

“"You're not weak. You're trying to do something hard without support."”

What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this bonus episode of the Set Free Sisterhood podcast, Michelle Porterfield, a no-nonsense coach and mentor, addresses the misconception that struggling with alcohol means you're weak. Instead, she argues that it's often a lack of support that holds you back. Michelle shares her personal journey, shedding light on the pressure and expectations we put on ourselves.

With honesty and compassion, she reassures listeners that feeling stuck in a cycle of drinking and regret is more common than you might think. Michelle highlights the power of community and the importance of finding a safe, supportive space where struggles are normalised and shame is diminished. She invites women to join her Set Free Sisterhood Collective, a nurturing environment where members can set personal goals and support each other in their unique journeys towards sobriety.

The episode is a reminder that you don't have to do it alone; there's strength in seeking help and connecting with others who understand your struggles. If you've ever felt like you're battling this on your own, Michelle's insights could be the wake-up call you need. She encourages listeners to stop overthinking and take that next step towards change. Are you ready to break free from the grip of alcohol and create a life you love?

This episode might just be the inspiration you need.

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