How to Rock an Alcohol-Free Life with Janey Lee GraceHow to Rock an Alcohol-Free Life with Janey Lee Grace
Alcohol Tipping Point
Janey Lee Grace is an author, sober coach, founder of The Sober Club and host of the podcast Alcohol Free Life. She has a very colorful background life including singing with George Michael, having a top singles pop hit, and co-hosting on BBC Radio 2 for 23 years. She has written five books on Holistic living including the #1 Amazon best seller ‘Imperfectly Natural Woman’. In 2018 she quit drinking for ‘Dry January’ and never looked back. We chat about: Janey’s story- from singing with celebrities to radio broadcasting to sober coach The book that helped Janey decide to quit drinking Top tips for someone who wants to drink less or not at all Why to never use the phrase “giving up”
55:33•24 Apr 2024
Rocking Sobriety with Janey Lee Grace
Episode Overview
- Janey Lee Grace shares her journey from a glamorous career to sobriety.
- The influence of Claire Pooley's book on Janey's decision to quit drinking.
- Practical tips for reducing or quitting alcohol.
- The role of nutrition and self-care in early sobriety.
- How holistic living complements an alcohol-free lifestyle.
“Quitting alcohol or ditching the booze or stopping drinking—whatever you want to call it—is not giving up because the more you say the word giving up, you're fuelling that bit of your unconscious mind that feels deprived”
In this episode of Alcohol Tipping Point, Deb Mazner sits down with Janey Lee Grace, a dynamic figure in the alcohol-free community. Janey's story is nothing short of fascinating. From singing with George Michael to co-hosting on BBC Radio 2 for 23 years, she has lived a colourful life. But it's her journey to sobriety that takes centre stage here.
After quitting alcohol for 'Dry January' in 2018, Janey never looked back, and she now helps others find their own path to an alcohol-free life through her work as a sober coach and founder of The Sober Club. The conversation dives into Janey's personal experiences with alcohol and how a book by Claire Pooley became the catalyst for her decision to quit drinking. They also discuss the societal pressures and misconceptions surrounding alcohol, especially for mothers.
Janey shares practical tips for those looking to reduce or quit drinking, emphasising the importance of nutrition and self-care in the early stages of sobriety. Janey's holistic approach to living extends beyond just quitting alcohol. She talks about the importance of integrating various aspects of well-being, from organic food to sustainable living, into one's lifestyle. Her advice is both practical and compassionate, making it clear that sobriety is not about deprivation but about gaining a fuller, healthier life.
If you're curious about how to start or sustain an alcohol-free life, Janey's insights offer valuable guidance. Her blend of personal anecdotes and actionable tips makes this episode a must-listen for anyone on their sobriety journey.
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