In this episode of Feel Good Alcohol Free, Lindsay walks you through the emotional, physical, and mental milestones of your firsts in sobriety: the first week, the first month, and beyond. From hot flashes and sugar cravings to awkward social moments and unexpected breakthroughs, Lindsay shares what helped her—and what will help you—build the foundation of a life that feels good without alcohol.
Whether you’re sober curious, in the early days of alcohol-free living, or ready to finally get off the start-stop cycle, this episode is your roadmap to move through the discomfort and into real transformation.
What You’ll Take Away:
- Why the first 7 days can feel so intense—and how to get through them
- What’s really happening in your body in your first 30 days without alcohol
- Practical tools to build a soothing routine that makes drinking feel unnecessary
- How to ease back into social life and build confidence by doing it messy
- A mindset shift that will help you stop "quitting" and start becoming
Links and Resources:
👉 Today’s episode includes a powerful journaling prompt to help you reimagine who you want to become—because quitting alcohol isn’t the end, it’s the beginning. Grab the free resource to go deeper.Download it here https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/sober-shift
👉 If you are want to try Toast, the non-alcoholic sparkling wine Lindsay mentioned, you can order a bottle, and use code LINDSAYHENNEKEY15 for 15% off!
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And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.
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