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PODCAST

The No More Wasted Days Podcast

Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet

This is the No More Wasted Days Podcast. I"m your host - Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet.Grab your favorite NA drink, and listen as we share vulnerable stories so you never feel alone on your alcohol free journey, and gain insights from us as we breakdown our most used tips and strategies that have kept us alcohol free. It’s time to break free from wasting any more of your days to the drinking/blackout/hangover cycle.

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Ep. 107: Coping with Anxiety After Quitting Drinking...

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2025/05/09

Sara gets vulnerable in this solo episode. She opens up about something many of us deal with—even deep into the alcohol-free journey: anxiety.At nearly six years sober, she shares her surprise when anxiety started showing up again. But instead of turning back to alcohol or spiraling, Sara got curious. In this episode, she shares four unexpected tools that have been easing her anxiety without a drop of alcohol. Also, if you’re new to your alcohol free journey and you want some extra support,

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Ep. 106: Learning to Adult (Again) in Your Alcohol...

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2025/05/06

When you quit drinking, you go through periods of learning how to parent yourself on your alcohol-free journey. Whether you're a parent, child-free, or somewhere in between, Sara and Heather dive deep into the power of becoming your own inner caregiver—your inner mother, father, or adult—and how sobriety makes space for that transformation.Quitting alcohol isn’t just about removing something toxic. It’s about rebuilding your life, one foundational brick at a time. In this conversation, we explore

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16:42

Ep. 105: What Happens When You Don’t Drink for 30 Days?

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2025/05/02

Want to join the Refresh & Reboot: 30 Day Alcohol Free Challenge? CLICK HERE to join today. We start on May 5th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️What can really change in just 30 days without alcohol? In this shorty episode, I share the story of how my alcohol-free journey began with a single decision—not to quit forever, but just to try 30 days. That one-month trial became the springboard to a whole new life. I break down the week-by-week transformation many people experience in

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Ep. 104: Why You Feel So Much After Quitting Drinking

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2025/04/29

When you quit drinking, the physical detox gets a lot of attention—but what about the emotional detox? In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Heather and Sara dive into what it really means to emotionally detox after quitting alcohol. They explore why emotions feel so intense in early sobriety, how to move through them without fear, and how emotional healing is not just necessary—it’s transformational. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, irritable, tearful, or deeply vulnerable after quitting

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Ep. 103: The Truth About Gray Area Drinking

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2025/04/22

Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️What if your drinking isn’t “that bad”—but it’s still not working for you? In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara and Heather dive into the concept of gray area drinking, a space so many people quietly occupy without even realizing it. They break down what gray area drinking actually is, why you don’t have to hit rock bottom to

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Ep. 102: It's my Birthday!! What I'm Holding Onto and...

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2025/04/18

Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️It’s Sara’s birthday! 🎉 In this special solo episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara reflects on her 46th birthday and what it means to celebrate another year alcohol-free. With five sober birthdays under her belt and nearly six years alcohol-free, Sara takes you behind the scenes of her personal growth, honest struggles, and the evolving

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Ep. 101: Reflections After 4 Years Alcohol-Free...

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2025/04/15

Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️In this deeply personal and empowering milestone episode of No More Wasted Days Podcast, Heather reflects on what four years of alcohol-free living has taught her—and what healing truly looks like. From year one’s emotional rollercoaster to year four’s sense of peace and homecoming, this episode is a beautiful reminder that sobriety is

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Ep. 100: This One Mindset Shift Will Make Sobriety...

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2025/04/11

Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of “never drinking again”? You’re not alone. In this milestone 100th episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara shares a powerful reframe that helped her begin her alcohol-free journey: 👉 You don’t have to quit forever—you just have to decide for today. Whether you're at the beginning of your journey or

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Ep. 99: How Alcohol Affects Your Brain (and How to...

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2025/04/08

Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️Ever forget parts of a night—even when you didn’t drink “that much”? Struggle with brain fog, anxiety, or mood swings? This episode of No More Wasted Days is for you. Sara and Heather dive into the science of what alcohol does to your brain—short-term, long-term, and (most importantly) how your brain can heal when you quit drinking. If

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Ep. 98: Ditching Alcohol Helped Me Find Myself

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2025/04/04

Ready for an alcohol free weekend?? CLICK HERE to join the free No More Wasted Weekends Challenge. We start on April 25th, and I can’t wait to see you there. ✌️❤️Who am I without alcohol? If you’ve ever asked yourself that question, this episode is for you. In this heartfelt solo episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara shares how quitting drinking can spark a powerful identity shift—and why that’s actually a beautiful thing. This episode is a deep dive into the process of reconnecting

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Ep. 97: Am I Boring Now That I Don’t Drink?

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2025/04/01

In this laughter-filled episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara and Heather take on a question that so many people secretly (or not-so-secretly) wonder when they stop drinking:👉 “Am I boring now?” Whether you’ve been asked this directly, felt self-conscious in social settings, or worried that your social life might fade after quitting alcohol—this episode is for you. Sara and Heather bust the “boring” myth wide open with personal stories, hard truths, a little sass, and a whole lot of

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Ep. 96: Boost Your Alcohol-Free Mindset Instantly

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2025/03/28

In this short and soul-nourishing solo episode, Sara explores one of the most underestimated tools in the alcohol-free toolbox: nature. Whether you live near a forest, a city park, or just have a porch to step out on, this episode will inspire you to reconnect with the outdoors and use it as a powerful tool for healing, grounding, and restoring your sense of peace.Sara shares her personal story of rediscovering nature through a sober lens and explains how alcohol subtly disconnects us from the

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Ep. 95: How to Stay Alcohol Free When Life Gets Messy

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2025/03/25

Sara shares a recent emergency with her husband’s health, and together she and Heather reflect on the tools, mindset shifts, and daily habits that can help you stay alcohol-free—especially when life feels chaotic or overwhelming.Life doesn’t wait until it’s “convenient” for you to be alcohol-free. Whether it’s a personal crisis, unexpected health emergency, or just the weight of world events, stressful situations will come—and they’ll test your resolve. In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara

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Ep. 94: Why Spring is Perfect for an Alcohol-Free Reset

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2025/03/21

Spring is the perfect time to start your alcohol free journey. Want to do it with some support? Hop into my Refresh & Reboot: 30 Day Alcohol Free Challenge! CLICK HERE to join today.Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and fresh starts—so what better time to recommit to your alcohol-free journey? In this episode, Sara dives into why spring is the perfect time to refresh your mindset, reset your habits, and embrace new beginnings in sobriety. If you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected,

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Ep. 93: The Mindset Shift You Need for Long-Term...

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2025/03/18

Ever feel like if you’re not doing something perfectly, it’s not worth doing at all? That’s all-or-nothing thinking, and it can sabotage your progress—not just in sobriety, but in every area of life. In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Heather and Sara dive into why this mindset is so harmful, how it keeps you stuck, and what to do instead.Whether you’ve struggled with feeling like one drink means total failure, or you tend to abandon goals the second they don’t go perfectly, this episode will

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Ep. 92: Your Guide to an Alcohol Free St. Patrick’s Day

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2025/03/14

With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner (and plenty of other drinking-heavy holidays throughout the year), navigating these occasions without alcohol can feel overwhelming. In this short and powerful episode, Sara shares practical strategies to help you stay confident and alcohol-free, no matter the holiday. Whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, or the 4th of July, you’ll learn how to ditch the FOMO, handle social pressure, and create new holiday traditions that actually make you feel

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Ep. 91: The Caregiver Burnout Cycle: Why Alcohol...

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2025/03/11

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I deserve this drink after a long day,” you’re not alone. In this episode of No More Wasted Days, Sara and Heather dive into the Mom/Caregiver Drinking Trap—why so many caregivers turn to alcohol to unwind, why it doesn’t actually help, and how to break free from the cycle. Whether you’re a parent, a caregiver, or in a helping profession, this episode will help you rethink self-care and create healthier ways to recharge.What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How

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Ep. 90: How Journaling Transforms Your Alcohol Free...

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2025/03/07

Journaling might be the most underrated tool in your sober toolbox, and today, we're diving into why it's so powerful! If you’ve ever struggled to track your progress, process emotions, or just make sense of your alcohol-free journey, this episode is for you.Ready to download the FREE Routines Guidebook Sara mentioned in the episode? CLICK HERE to download the checklist today. In this shorty episode, Sara breaks down how journaling can help you gain clarity, identify triggers, and celebrate

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Ep. 89: Why Quitting Drinking is the Ultimate...

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2025/03/04

In this episode, Sara and Heather dive into the powerful connection between quitting alcohol and building self-confidence. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt or broken promises to yourself, this episode will help you shift your mindset and develop unshakable self-trust.What We Cover in This Episode: Why Alcohol Erodes Confidence & Self-Worth The cycle of broken promises and disappointment Using alcohol to numb emotions and avoid personal growth How drinking distorts your self-image and

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Ep. 88: Drinking to Relax? Here’s What’s Actually...

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2025/02/28

Ready to download the FREE Alcohol Free Checklist Sara mentioned in the episode? CLICK HERE to download the checklist today.In this shorty episode, Sara talks about the science behind how alcohol affects anxiety and why sobriety serves as the ultimate stress relief. She discusses the biological connections between alcohol and anxiety, explaining how alcohol initially calms the nervous system but eventually worsens anxiety due to neurotransmitter imbalances. Sara details the short-term and

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