Alcohol-Free Lifestyle
Helping high performers feel & perform better by reducing or quitting alcohol. Maybe you're considering quitting alcohol and going completely sober. Or maybe you wish to change your relationship with alcohol and stop drinking. Maybe you wish to do moderation. Whichever way you choose, this podcast will give you the process to succeed. Alcohol-Free Lifestyle is for high performers, including entrepreneurs, executives, investors, athletes, and top professionals.
Episodes
Are you constantly feeling stressed and anxious? In this episode, Coach Matt reveals his favorite daily practice: heart resonance breathing.
He explains how this powerful technique goes beyond simple relaxation to sync your heart, brain, and nervous system, lowering blood pres...
Feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety? In this episode, Coach Matt introduces you to the power of breathwork as a tool to navigate the pressure of a high-achieving lifestyle.
He shares the simple, yet profound, technique of box breathing, a four-second inhale, hold, exhale, and hold that you can use anytime, anywhere to instantly downshift your nervous system and find calm Read more
In this powerful couples’ episode, Shannon McLin and her boyfriend Scott Lepper open up about how alcohol was silently eroding their connection - and how quitting together transformed their relationship. From defensiveness and distance to trust and deep emotional presence, their story reveals the power of healing without sedation. If you're navigating love, conflict, or growth as a couple, this is a must-listen.
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Struggling with sleep? In this special episode, Coach Matt guides you through a powerful, 10-minute breathwork exercise specifically designed to help you fall and stay asleep naturally .
Learn the simple 4-8-8 breathing technique that stimulates the vagus nerve and shifts your...
Have you ever said, "This is my last drink," only to find yourself drinking again?
Are you worried about life being dull without alcohol?
Shannon McLin, a high-powered appellate lawyer from Florida, shares the emotional story of how one painful argument and an alarming oura ring reading became her turning point.
In this deeply personal episode, she reflects on raising her kids in a culture of drinking, the guilt she carried, and how Project 90 gave her the tools to finally break free. This is a raw, uplifting look at how clarity, community, and self-worth can reshap...
Are you using alcohol to enhance a good time or cope with stress? It's easy to fall into the trap of believing that drinking brings joy, but coaches Jason and Matt reveal how this is a dangerous illusion
What often begins as a social lubricant can lead to a cycle of isolation, a feeling that can intensify on an alcohol-free journey. Coaches Matt and Jason explore the neuroscience behind why loneliness can feel like physical pain and create a feedback loop that makes it hard to break.
They share a powerful reframe, shifting the perspective from painful loneliness to empowering solitude. Learn how to break the cycle with small acts o...
Have you ever found yourself in a specific situation, a concert, a holiday, or a family visit and experienced an intense, unexpected urge to drink?
Does the thought of turning down a drink fill you with anxiety? You're not alone. Coaches Teri and Matt break down the evolution of saying "no" to alcohol, from the awkward uncertainty of the early days to the empowered confidence that comes with time Read more
Why is Gen Z spending over $20 billion less on alcohol annually than previous generations? Coaches Matt and Terry explore this significant generational divide and what it means for the future of drinking culture...
In this powerful episode, head coach Victoria English of the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle’s Project 90 breaks down the neuroscience behind what’s really happening in your brain and body after drinking. From dopamine crashes to cortisol rebounds, GABA disruption to sleepless nights, this isn’t about willpower, it’s about chemistry.
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You successfully navigated a big event alcohol-free, so why does a powerful craving suddenly hit the next day? Coach Terry Patterson calls this "The Re-entry Phase", the crucial period, after a party or ...
In this episode, Coaches Jason and Matt unpack one of the most misunderstood parts of the alcohol-free journey: your reward system. From dopamine crashes and sugar cravings to rediscovering real joy in nature, music, and connection, they break down what’s happening in your brain, and how to reset it.
Learn why patience is essen...
Coaches Matt and Jason return with a powerful, honest conversation about what it really takes to thrive in an alcohol-free life.
This episode explores the importance of remembering where you came from, knowing where you're headed, and how to stay grounded in the present moment.
From the emotional weight of reflection to the clarity...
In this deeply personal and thought-provoking solo episode, Coach David explores how ancient cultural rituals, candles, drumming, chanting, and more, aren’t just spiritual practices, but neurological tools for transformation.
Drawing from his own life-changing experience living in Portugal and decades of studying neuroscience, David reveals how intentional rituals can regulate your nervous system, train your focus, and even rewire ...
In this episode, Coaches Jason and Matt dive into the SMART goal-setting framework: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound, and how it can be a game changer in your alcohol-free journey.
They share personal stories, practical tools, and the science behind building consistent habits that stick. Whether you're ...
Coaches Matt and Jason take a reflective journey back to their early alcohol-free days, revealing what really happens, physically, mentally, and emotionally, in those crucial first few weeks.
From anxiety, identity shifts, and nervous system chaos to the surprising power of simple routines and meaningful connection, this episode is a raw, honest look at what it tak...
In this powerful episode, Coaches Matt and David explore the vital connection between nutrition, sleep, and brain healing in early alcohol-free living.
Learn how alcohol impacts your brain’s ability to function and repair, why sleep and gut health are key to recovery, and which foods and simple strategies can help rewire your body and mind. David shares actionable insights on fermented foods, sleep hygiene, emotional regulation, an...
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