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Sober Vibes: Alcohol free lifestyle tips for long-term sobriety, whether you"re sober curious or ready to quit drinking for good

Courtney Andersen-Sobriety Coach & Author

Hey, Friend! Welcome to the Sober Vibes podcast, where sobriety meets empowerment.I’m Courtney Andersen, your host, a sober coach, author, and mom. I’ve been living an alcohol-free life since 8/18/2012. I know firsthand what it’s like to be a binge/grey area drinker, spending four years stuck in the moderation cycle before finally quitting for good.The Sober Vibes podcast is your go-to space for real talk, proven strategies, expert guidance, and inspiring stories from people who are redefining what

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23:33

Slipping into emotional drinking because you can’t...

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2026/04/24

Text Me! Emotional Drinking at Night? How to Stop Stress Drinking and Manage Alcohol Cravings Without Wine If your brain won’t shut off at night and you find yourself reaching for a drink just to relax, you’re not alone. For many high-achieving women, emotional drinking becomes the fastest way to unwind after a long day of being “on.” But what feels like relief is often just a temporary shutdown, one that makes alcohol cravings stronger and sober living harder the next day. In this episode of...

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29:49

You don’t want wine, you want relief: Replace stress...

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2026/04/18

Text Me! If you’ve ever thought, “I need a drink,” what you’re really craving might not be alcohol — it’s relief. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I break down the real reason behind alcohol cravings and why stress drinking becomes such a strong habit when you’re trying to quit drinking. Instead of relying on willpower, this episode shows you how to replace the need for relief with strategies that actually support your nervous system and help you build a sustainable sober living ro...

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21:19

Tired of White Knuckling Sobriety Build a Plan That...

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2026/04/10

Text Me! If you feel like you’re doing great all day and then 6 PM hits and everything shifts, you’re not alone. For many women trying to quit drinking, alcohol cravings spike after work when stress, fatigue, and routine collide. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I break down why white knuckling your way through sobriety doesn’t work long-term and how to build a sobriety plan that supports you when willpower runs out. This episode is especially helpful if you’re navigating stress dr...

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22:24

Waking up with hangxiety? Try this relapse recovery...

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2026/04/03

Text Me! Waking up after drinking with anxiety, regret, and that heavy “why did I do that?” feeling is something so many women experience when they’re trying to quit drinking. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I walk you through a relapse recovery reset, a practical, no-shame approach to help you move forward, rebuild self-trust, and stay sober without falling into the “start over” cycle. If you’re navigating quitting drinking and dealing with alcohol cravings after a slip, this epi...

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24:09

Stuck in the Moderation Cycle? How to Quit Drinking...

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2026/03/27

Text Me! If you feel like you’re constantly starting over with drinking, making rules, breaking them, and promising yourself “this time will be different,” you’re not alone. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I break down the moderation cycle and why trying to “drink less” often keeps you stuck longer than you need to be. This episode offers a practical, no-shame approach to quitting alcohol without the constant reset, guilt, or all-or-nothing thinking. In This Epi...

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14:37

Burnout and Sobriety: 5 Simple Self-Care Habits to...

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2026/03/20

Text Me! Burnout has a sneaky way of making sobriety feel harder than it needs to be. When your nervous system is overwhelmed, everything feels heavier, cravings get louder, patience gets shorter, and your ability to cope without alcohol feels shaky. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I get practical about self-care — not as a luxury, but as a daily recovery tool that keeps your sobriety steady and your relapse prevention plan strong. If you’ve been feeling off, tired, or stretched t...

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7:36

Sobriety Affirmations That Actually Work: Rewiring...

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2026/03/13

Text Me! Affirmations can sound cheesy until you’re the one who needs a new thought to grab onto. When we stop drinking, we don’t just remove alcohol. We lose an entire coping system. That can leave many people feeling like a grown adult starting over at ground zero. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I break down why sobriety affirmations are a practical tool for sober living and long-term recovery, not just inspirational quotes on a wall. You’ll learn how repetition reshapes your m...

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7:56

Why Laughter Helps Sobriety: A Simple Recovery Tool...

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2026/03/06

Text Me! Healing doesn’t always require a furrowed brow. In this short Sober Vibes Tip episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I share why laughter is one of the most overlooked tools in sobriety and emotional healing. Recovery spaces can sometimes feel heavy. Between intense conversations, emotional shares, and the weight of personal growth, it’s easy to absorb more energy than your nervous system can comfortably process. This episode is your reminder that laughter isn’t avoidance — it’s medicin...

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15:03

Do You Have to Start Over After a Slip? Counting...

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2026/02/27

Text Me! RE-RELEASE EPISODE FORM 2023. What if “back to day one” is the wrong script? In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I answer a question so many people are afraid to ask out loud: Do you need to count sober days to succeed? And does a slip erase your progress? With honesty and practical coaching, I unpack why the most effective sobriety plans are personal, flexible, and built around your brain, not rigid rules or month-long challenges. If you’ve ever felt crushed by restart...

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22:38

What I Lost by Waiting to Quit Alcohol (and Why...

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2026/02/20

Text Me! If you’ve ever wondered whether your drinking is “bad enough” to quit — this episode is for you. In episode 264 of the Sober Vibes Podcast, Courtney shares what I lost by waiting years to quit alcohol and why delaying sobriety cost more emotionally than she realized at the time. This conversation speaks directly to women navigating grey area drinking or Sober Curious, those who aren’t hitting rock bottom, but know alcohol and stress are more connected than they’d like to admit. You d...

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26:33

Alcohol Relapse Got You Down? How To Get Back on...

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2026/02/13

Text Me! Relapsing after a period of sobriety can feel devastating. Shame creeps in. Motivation drops. And the thought “Maybe I just can’t do this” gets loud. In episode 263 of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I talk openly about alcohol relapse, why it happens, how alcohol and stress are often connected, and what to do next without turning a setback into a full spiral. Relapse doesn’t erase your progress. It identifies where support and structure need strengthening. In This E...

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24:26

Sobriety and Identity: How to Rebuild Your Life After...

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2026/02/06

Text Me! Quitting alcohol changes more than your habits; it changes how you see yourself. In episode 262 of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I explore one of the most overlooked parts of sobriety: identity. The phase where you’re no longer drinking, but you’re still asking, “Who am I now?” This conversation is for anyone who feels emotionally unsettled, in-between, or unsure how to rebuild their life after alcohol, even if they’ve been sober for months or years. Sobriety isn’t just about removing alc...

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19:15

Do I Have to Quit Drinking Forever How to End Dry...

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2026/01/30

Text Me! As Dry January comes to an end, many people feel unexpected pressure. Questions like: “Do I have to quit drinking forever?” “Was this just a break?” “What if I mess this up now?” In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I walk you through how to end Dry January without undoing the progress you’ve made. This episode is designed to calm the urgency, quiet the all-or-nothing thinking, and help you move forward without forcing a decision you’re not ready to make. In This Episo...

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10:48

Press Play Before You Drink: A Pep Talk for When You...

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2026/01/26

Text Me! If you’re feeling close to drinking, overwhelmed, tired, or stuck in that mental negotiation, this episode is here for you. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast is a calm, grounding pep talk you can press play on anytime you feel like giving up or convincing yourself to “just have one.” This episode isn’t about rules, timelines, or willpower. It’s about getting through this moment without turning it into a setback. Whether you’re doing 30 days without alcohol, trying to s...

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25:51

When Dry January Is Over: How to Keep Momentum When...

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2026/01/23

Text Me! Dry January might be ending, but that doesn’t mean your progress has to. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I talk about the exact moment many people struggle with the most: when everyone stops talking about not drinking, alcohol marketing comes back, and the external support fades. This episode is for the woman who made it through January or started cutting back and now finds herself asking, “Why does this feel harder now?” or “How do I keep going when no ...

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16:29

What to Do First When You Decide to Quit Drinking...

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2026/01/09

Text Me! If you’ve decided you want to quit drinking or even think you might want to, the question usually becomes overwhelming fast: “Okay… but what do I actually do first?” In Episode 258 of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I walk you through a calm, realistic starter plan for quitting alcohol in 2026 without pressure, perfection, or fear-based rules. This episode is designed for women who are sober curious, stuck in the moderation cycle, or ready to explore an alcohol free life but don’t want to b...

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26:44

How to Quit Drinking Alcohol in 2026 (A Modern,...

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2026/01/02

Text Me! If you’re searching for how to quit drinking alcohol in 2026, you’re not alone, and you’re not behind. In this Season 8 kickoff episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I break down why the old way of quitting alcohol no longer works for so many women, especially high-functioning, successful women stuck in the moderation cycle. White-knuckling, willpower, and “just drinking less” may have worked for some in the past, but in 2026, we understand more about the nervous system, emotional regu...

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37:41

Why Medication Can Be A Lifesaving Bridge To...

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2025/12/26

Text Me! White-knuckling through detox and hoping for the best isn’t a strategy, and for many people, it’s the reason they keep ending up back in crisis. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I chat with addiction recovery specialist and nurse practitioner Trent Carter to unpack a smarter, more sustainable approach to recovery, one that treats addiction like the chronic condition it is and builds a real bridge from crisis to long-term stability. Trent explains why ER detox loops and one...

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29:15

How EFT Tapping Helps Calm Cravings, Beat FOMO, and...

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2025/12/19

Text Me! What if the bravest thing you do is stop negotiating with alcohol? In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, Courtney Andersen sits down with women’s mentor and certified EFT tapping practitioner Sophia Grinjella to explore what really happens after you decide to quit drinking and how to actually stay alcohol-free without white-knuckling. Sophia shares how quitting alcohol at 29 reshaped her identity, friendships, travel experiences, and daily energy. What started as years of moder...

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31:08

Help Quitting Alcohol Why Willpower Alone Fails (And...

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2025/12/12

Text Me! If you’ve ever told yourself… “I just need to try harder.” “I should be able to control this.” “Tomorrow will be different.” …but nothing actually changes, this episode is for you. Today, I break down the REAL reason quitting feels impossible when you're relying on willpower alone and why this doesn’t mean you’re weak. It means you're using the wrong tool for the job. If you’re trying to figure out how to stop drinking every night, tired of white-knuckling your way through ev...

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