Finding Alcohol Freedom in Your Golden Years: It’s Never Too Late to Change with Peggi CooneyFinding Alcohol Freedom in Your Golden Years: It’s Never Too Late to Change with Peggi Cooney
Alcohol Tipping Point
Peggi Cooney is an author, speaker and sobriety advocate. She holds a Masters of Social Work and has 26 years of experience in Child Welfare and Adult Protective Services. She is currently a social work instructor/coach for UC Davis. Peggi is the author of This Side of Alcohol: Random Thoughts and Candid Words of Pain, Hope, Humor and Love – and All that is Possible in Sobriety. She is also the Chief Connections Officer for Zero Proof Experiences/Sober in the City where she partners with founder Susie Streelman to provide alcohol free social experiences all over the world. Peggi found alcohol freedom in her 60s and shows us it’s never too late to change your drinking! We chat about: How Peggi’s drinking didn’t get “bad” until her 50s How seeing a Facebook ad led to Peggi successfully quitting drinking People in your life not “getting it” and even making excuses for our drinking What we need to know about alcohol addiction later in life How Peggi finds meaning and purpose in her 3rd act of life And more! Join me, Peggi and many others for the Sober in the City Seattle event September 6th-8th 2024. I’d love to see you there and meet in real life. www.zeroproofexperiences.com Instagram: @zeroproofexperiences
50:51•10 Jul 2024
Finding Alcohol Freedom at Any Age: Peggi Cooney's Journey
Episode Overview
- It's never too late to change your drinking habits.
- Menopause can significantly impact alcohol consumption.
- Support groups and courses can aid in achieving sobriety.
- Family dynamics play a crucial role in addiction recovery.
- Small steps can lead to significant transformations.
“It's not your fault, but it is your responsibility.”
Peggi Cooney, a remarkable sobriety advocate, joins the Alcohol Tipping Point podcast to share her journey of finding alcohol freedom in her 60s. With over 26 years of experience in Child Welfare and Adult Protective Services, Peggi brings a wealth of knowledge and heartfelt stories.
She is also the author of 'This Side of Alcohol: Random Thoughts and Candid Words of Pain, Hope, Humor and Love – and All that is Possible in Sobriety,' offering a candid look at the ups and downs of living sober. Peggi currently serves as the Chief Connections Officer for Zero Proof Experiences/Sober in the City, creating alcohol-free social events globally.
This episode dives into her personal struggles with alcohol, the impact of menopause on her drinking habits, and the pivotal moment when her daughter confronted her about her drinking. Peggi's story is a testament to the idea that it's never too late to change your life. She discusses how small steps, like joining support groups and taking sobriety courses, can lead to significant transformations.
Whether you're in your golden years or just starting to question your relationship with alcohol, Peggi's journey offers hope and practical advice. Tune in to hear about her strategies for staying sober, dealing with social pressures, and finding joy in an alcohol-free life. Peggi's honesty and humour make this episode both engaging and inspiring. Don't miss out on her invaluable insights and the uplifting message that change is always possible, no matter your age.
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