Hockey and Healing: Toni Will’s Path to Alcohol FreedomHockey and Healing: Toni Will’s Path to Alcohol Freedom
Alcohol Tipping Point
On today’s episode is Toni Will. Toni has been the General Manager and Governor of the Kalamazoo Wings, a men’s professional hockey team in Michigan, for over a decade. She made history as the first female GM on the East Coast Hockey League Board of Governors. In 2020, Toni founded Mindfulness Elevated to help others achieve freedom from substances and reach their fitness and nutrition goals. By 2023, she expanded her business to include professional development coaching through Toni Will Coaching. Passionate about empowering emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, Toni launched the “Women In…” podcast in 2024, celebrating women from all walks of life and the people who support them. Toni lives in Kalamazoo with her husband, Josh, and their three young adult children, Grace, Landon, and Chloe. In this episode, we discuss: How Toni became the GM of a professional hockey team Her journey to overcoming her drinking habit Comparing her AA experience to “modern recovery” alternatives Navigating life in the sandwich generation between older children and aging parents The six leadership pillars and their application to personal growth And more! Find Toni: https://mindfulnesselevated.me/ https://www.toniwillcoaching.com/ Instagram- @imtoniwill Listen to Deb’s interview on Toni’s Women In.. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in-bonus-episode-deb-masner-mindfulness-being/id1745524618?i=1000673251277 Ready to change your drinking habit? Visit Alcohol Tipping Point website at http://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/ for lots of FREE resources including: 100 Questions to Change Your Drinking: https://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/100questions Dry Guide: https://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/dryguide 10 Day Break: https://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/10dayholiday Mocktail Recipe Book: https://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/mocktailrecipes Need help taking a break? Join the next Alcohol Tipping Point Alcoholiday! Monthly dry group to help you take a break from drinking with online support and tools. Find out more here: https://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/alcoholiday Use code: LOVE to save 20% Find Alcohol Tipping Point at: Website: http://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/ Instagram: http://www.i...
52:13•6 Nov 2024
Toni Will: From Hockey to Healing
Episode Overview
- Toni Will's unexpected journey to becoming a hockey GM.
- Her transition from social drinking to coping mechanisms.
- The role of AA and modern methods in her recovery.
- Balancing a demanding career with family responsibilities.
- The importance of community and personal choice in sobriety.
“I said yes to the best job I never knew I wanted. And here we are 10 years later”
In this episode of the Alcohol Tipping Point podcast, you'll hear from Toni Will, a remarkable woman who has made significant strides both in the world of professional hockey and in her personal journey towards sobriety. Toni, the General Manager and Governor of the Kalamazoo Wings, shares her unexpected path to running a men's professional hockey team and how she navigated the challenges along the way.
Her story is filled with determination, resilience, and a dash of humour as she recounts how she ended up in a role she never imagined for herself. Toni also discusses her battle with alcohol, detailing her transition from social drinking to coping mechanisms during tough times, and how she eventually sought help through AA and later found a more modern approach that resonated with her. She highlights the importance of community, personal choice, and finding methods that work for you.
Toni's journey is not just about quitting alcohol but about reclaiming control over her life and inspiring others to do the same. Whether you're sober, sober curious, or supporting someone on their journey, Toni's story is a beacon of hope and practical advice. Don't miss out on her insights on balancing a demanding career, family responsibilities, and personal well-being.
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