Alcohol-Free Lifestyle

The Top 5 Fears That Keep People Drinking - Sarah Connelly

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Does the idea of quitting alcohol fill you with fear? You're not alone. AFL coach Sarah Connelly unpacks the most common fears shared by clients and ...

How To Generate More Energy - Yuri Elkaim

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to lose weight, have more energy, get in great shape, and even build a successful business around your passion for health or fitness, then...

How Much is Too Much? Why I Kept My Drinking A Secret For Years - Sarah Connelly

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you wonder if you qualify as someone who would benefit from stopping drinking?  Do you question how much is too much? 'How much were you drinking?...

From Drunk To Athlete - Rich Roll

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rich Roll is a vegan ultra-endurance athlete and full-time wellness & plant-based nutrition advocate, popular public speaker, husband, father of 4 and...

6 Paradoxes of Life & Sobriety - Victoria English

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A recording of Victoria English's talk at "Alcohol Free Lifestyle Live" in Medellin, Colombia 2023. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfree...

The Pivotal Night A Father, Husband and Financial Services Leader Stopped Decades Of Glorifying Alcohol - Steve Wilt, 58

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Steve Wilt works at a major financial services firm, managing 401ks and pension plans. For years, he and his industry glorified alcohol. But no more. ...

How Tongue Cancer Has Inspired Father & Husband's Alcohol-Free Journey And Priorities of What Really Matters - Ray Kinjo, 40

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ray Kinjo is a certified financial planner with a potentially life-threatenting and misbehaving cancer. Listen to Ray share the moment he was told th...

Ditch Alcohol and Maximize Your Leadership Potential - James Swanwick & Nils Vinje

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

James Swanwick is interviewed by B2B leadership expert, Nils Vinje. Listen in as James compares his drinking days to his non-drinking days at the Play...

Toughen Up - Navy Seal Mark Divine

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need to toughen up? Mark Divine is an American author, podcaster, and retired Navy SEAL Commander. His military service spans 20 years (1989–...

Recovering From Injury & Chronic Pain - Garrett Salpeter

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do we harness the power of the nervous system to help you heal, adapt, and grow? Garrett Salpeter explains how in today's episode. Salpeter suppli...

Longevity - Looking & Feeling Great Into Your 60s - Dr. Joel Kahn

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Vegan or Meat-Eater? Dr. Joel Kahn makes his case. We don't just speak about stopping drinking alcohol on this podcast. We also bring you guests on al...

How To Stay Sober When You Have Been Hurt - Victoria English

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Victoria saw a meme recently that reminded her of the bad old drinking days: "I can get drunk on victimhood as quickly as I can get drunk on vod...

Is Light To Moderate Drinking Harmful? The Science Says...

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Does a drink or two a night mess with the brain? Does it cause degeneration of neurons or nerve cells? Or is a drink or two harmless. Finally the late...

Get The Sober Glow For Summer - Victoria English

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summer bodies are created in the spring. Taking a break from drinking now is the best way to guarantee looking and feeling better when it is time to s...

James Swanwick's Journey To Alcohol Freedom - Interviewed by Ben Pavliha

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

James Swanwick is interviewed on Ben Pavliha's YouTube channel and podcast. The two talk about their alcohol free journeys and how they managed to qui...

No Rock Bottom But Change Was Desired & Created - Mike Calandrillo

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Calandrillo didn't get a DUI, wasn't waking up in a ditch, wasn't hitting rock bottom. But he recognized his drinking habits were holding him bac...

No More Wasted Days - Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How a married mother planned to stop drinking for 30 days and is now four years and counting, and has started an alcohol free movement. Listen to Sara...

Be A Sober Sweetheart - Victoria English

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Love is in the air! Although Valentine's Day is filled with dreams of idyllic love, our drinking can often create nightmares. To break the cycle, ther...

Throw Away Your Vision Board For 2023 - Victoria English

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When we realize that we are drinking in unhealthy ways, we sometimes become obsessed with being a "normal drinker". We want to drink the way we assume...

Stop Trying To Be A Normal Drinker - Victoria English

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When we realize that we are drinking in unhealthy ways, we sometimes become obsessed with being a "normal drinker". We want to drink the way we assume...

Atomic Habits - James Clear

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New York Times best-selling author James Clear on how to change your alcohol habits. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/P...

How Fate Makes Widower, 67, Stop Drinking, Sail Across The Ocean

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to 67-year-old widower, Christian, detail how he stopped drinking and crossed off one of his bucket list items by sailing across the ocean. An ...

How to Get Lots of Sh#t Done - Jordan Harbinger

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do peak performers maximize productivity while having time for personal time - leisure, health, relationships, responsibilities. Mindsets around o...

How To Harness Your Ego - Ryan Holiday

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find that it's easy for you to fall into the ego trap? Entrepreneurs often find it easy, because they usually find themselves living such a dif...

How To Overcome Social Awkwardness: Robert Greene

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you understand the laws of human nature? Do you know why you do what you do? Why humans make the decisions that they make? And do you know how to l...

Cracking The Happiness Code - Dr. Jonathan Haidt

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is happiness? How do we achieve it? Are attractive people happier? Are rich people happier? Could plastic surgery make you happier? Should we see...

(Book Reading) The Untethered Soul - Michael Singer

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

James readers The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer. Learn how to be happy, observe emotions, reduce stress and anxiety. ★ - Learn more about Projec...

Who Will You Actually Be When You Stop Drinking? - Victoria English

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard the term "Possible Selves"? It is a tool for personal knowledge and growth, and January is the perfect time to check it out. When you b...

What My Daughter Told Me I Will Never Forget - Victoria English

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What changes when we take a sober vacation? During a recent trip to The Big Apple, Coach Victoria noticed so many changes in herself since her last vi...

How To Actually Keep Your 2023 Resolutions - Victoria English

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Statistics show that close to 50% of people quit their New Year resolutions by February! With statistics like that, it is time for a new approach. Joi...

Alcohol's Cold Hard Facts - Functional Health Coach, Chris Browning, Reveals All

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James speaks with functional health coach, Chris Browning, about how alcohol can lead to leaky gut, candida, brain fog and poor memory. Discover which...

The Real Value Of A Cocktail - Victoria English

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What do you value in life? What matters most? Few problem drinkers would say, "alcohol". Most likely, they would day things like family, health, caree...

1460 Days Alcohol Free - How John Keltner, 57, Did It

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Four years alcohol free today! Listen how John Keltner got engaged, doubled his work productivity, reconnected with his teenage son, generated better ...

Coach V's Favorite Holiday Drink & How to Order An AF Drink Without Drawing Attention

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Victoria English drinks A LOT….she just doesn't drink alcohol anymore! Like everyone, she wants the holidays to be special and that includes p...

James Is Interviewed On A Sober Podcast - Adam Vibe Gunton

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James Swanwick is interviewed on sober podcast, "Recovered on Purpose". Listen in as James shares his alcohol-free journey, compares his drinking day...

7 Ways To Reinvent Yourself - Peter Sage

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to change or get rid of bad habits and negative thoughts? Do you want to change your mentality to have more clarity and focus? Peter Sage...

I'm Not As Bad As So-and-So Is No Reason To Not Get Sober - Victoria English

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When we know we are drinking in an unhealthy way, we sure can be creative in the ways we justify perpetuating the cycle. Chances are, if you've said i...

How To Manage Your Stress - Anthony DiClementi

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stressed out? Do you want to live a healthier and more relaxed life? Do you want to learn how to manage your stress naturally? ★ - (Faceboo...

Why Getting Sober For The Holidays Is the Best Gift of All - Victoria English

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If your drinking was a concern last holiday season, it will likely be a bigger one this year. Alcohol misuse doesn't just go away on its own; you & y...

How Kind Are You? Discover The One Kindness Movement - John Wang

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why do we have a human instinct to be kind? Why should we be kind? What can a life of kindness bring us? Listen in to know what kindness can bring you...

Why The Alcohol Industry Loves The Word "Alcoholic" -Ken Middleton, Writer & Founder, AINYF

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ken Middleton was never an alcoholic. In fact, far from it. He was on a growth trajectory, but asked himself an important question: "If I can do this ...

Reducing Stress Through Great Sleep - Navy Seal Doc Parsley

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stress is a killer. Former Navy Seal Doc Parsley explains how to reduce stress. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Proje...

My Partner Says She Has The Real Me Back - Stephanie McCarthy

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Recent Project 90 Member graduate, Stephanie McCarthy, realized that alcohol was a problem ten years ago. After trying willpower and AA, she was suffe...

Skin Care - Entrepreneur's Health Comeback Despite Debilitating Disease - Jesse Gulden

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alcohol messes with our skin. What is the best skin care? We speak with skin expert Jesse Gulden. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreel...

11,005 Days Alcohol Free With AA & Neuroscience - John Chmela

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

John Chemela, 61, is a horse farm owner in Georgetown, Kentucky. Listen to his 30-year alcohol-free journey, what worked, what didn't and how he's now...

Integrating Health And Wellness Into Your Business Plan - Chantalynn

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Health and wellness is the key to a happy life. We speak with health and wellness expert Chantalynn. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfre...

James Is Interviewed On An Australian Podcast - Will Hitchins

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James Swanwick is interviewed on Australian podcast, "Last Drinks Podcast". Listen in as James compares his drinking days to his non-drinking days, in...

Natural Sleep Solutions For Busy Go Getters - Martha Lewis

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a poor sleeper, you're more likely to want to drink alcohol. So let's sleep amazing. Let's speak to sleep expert, Martha Lewis ★ - Learn ...

Pour Decisions - How Drinking Affects Your Bio Data

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whoop is a wearable device that shows your resting heart rate, heart rate variability and more. Users who inputed data about their alcohol consumptio...

Weight Loss, Energy, Sleep, Feeling Terrific - Cristy Nickel

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you keep fat off through nutrition - Cristy Nickel ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountabi...

How To Calculate The Financial Cost Of Your Drinking - Jim Miller

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, you may "only" spend $10k a year on alcohol. But how much are you not making because of drinking alcohol? In many cases, it can be hundreds of t...

How To Eat Dessert & Burn Fat at the Same Time - Crosby Tailor

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dessert expert Crosby Tailor walks us through how to make a healthy dessert so we're not prone to high sugar or alcoholic treats. ★ - Learn more ab...

You vs. The Restaurant - How They Get You To Drink

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Smiling assassins are everywhere. They're the waiters encouring you to drink, the party hosts trying to be nice, the friends and family saying, "just...

The Healthy Entrepreneur - Rex Miller

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How to have healthy habits, including great sleep and productivity. If you're an entrepreneur, how to create a harmonious and healthy team. Today we ...

A Mid-Flight Alcohol-Fuelled Argument: A Cautionary Tale

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What happened at 30,000 ft when James witnessed a Finnish couple demanding to be served more alcohol. Did the stewardess oblige. Or was the couple sh...

The Two Big Lies About Alcohol - Jim Miller

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are two big lies we tell ourselves about alcohol. And they are holding us back in life. What are the lies we tell ourselves daily? Listen in to...

How Chiropractor, 54, Stopped Drinking, Transformed Health & Saved Marriage - Dr. Karl Krantz

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A married father of seven, chiropractor Dr. Karl Krantz knew he was drinking too much. From the stress of his son's health diagnosis to moving the fa...

A Warning To All Parents: How Drinking Affects Children - Jim Miller

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation with Jim Miller, 64, who comes from four generations of alcoholics. Listen as Jim describes the effect his father's drinking had on hi...

If You Have Been Waiting On A Sign That You Need To Quit Drinking, This Is It - Victoria English

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all have one: That tiny voice inside that always speaks the truth. How many years has yours been telling you that you need to be sober, at least fo...

How to Tackle Football Season Without Alcohol - Victoria English

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are few things more associated with drinking than football season. From a very young age, we are conditioned to believe that sports and alcohol ...

Moving Beyond a 30-Minute Buzz To Find Joy - Lauren Shaw

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you are listening to our podcast, you are probably realizing that true happiness is not found in a bottle of alcohol. So where is it found? Often, ...

2.5 Years Without Alcohol…How I Inspired My Team, Lost 63lbs, Improved My Marriage & Grew A Pumpkin Patch…Now I'm Retiring! - Steve Aguiar

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Steve Aguiar is 2.5 years alcohol free and has lost 63lbs, dropped his blood pressure, inspired his colleagues, improved his marriage and lots more. H...

3 Ways I Live Fully Without Alcohol - Sober Dad & Writer Clark Webb

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Clark Webb decided about 5 years ago that he was tired of living at 50% fulfillment. His drinking became a problem during his 20's, yet he needed more...

Victoria's Secret (For Getting And Staying Sober) - Victoria English

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After trying for years to stop drinking, Project 90's top coach, Victoria, was feeling defeated. She'd tried 12 step programs, therapists, acupuncture...

Numbers Don't Lie: Project 90 Graduate Shares Health Metrics From One Year Alcohol-Free - Evan Melcher

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Evan Melcher was definitely NOT an alcoholic. This committed husband, father and financial advisor fell into an unhealthy drinking pattern after life ...

The Six Best Things That Happened When I Quit Drinking - Victoria English

06 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are the six best things that are happening while you stay stuck in the cycle of drinking? Can you think of even one? Join Project 90 coach, Vict...

How A Sobriety Coach Stays Alcohol-Free & Happy -Victoria English

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Once we stop drinking, how do we make sure that old habits don't creep back in? Coach Victoria was what they called a "chronic relapser", meaning she ...

How Genetics Influence Your Habits - Dr. Erika Gray

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James Swanwick interviews Dr Erika Gray, chief medical officer of ToolBox Genomics, and they chat about the importance of understanding who you are f...

The Hidden Cause of Illness, Fatigue & Hormonal Imbalances - Diane Kazer

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how your hormones and everyday exposure to toxins mess with your health. Diane Kazer, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, battled ...

Revealed: How To Slow Ageing & Drink From The Fountain of Youth - Victoria English

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You cannot stop the aging effects of alcohol with food, exercise or fancy products. With nearly 60 billion dollars being spent on anti-aging products ...

Revealed: How to Terminate Toxins Lurking in Your Home - Aimee Carlson

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James Swanwick interviews Aimee Carlson, known as The Toxin Terminator. Aimee spent the last seven years improving her health naturally, removing toxi...

Get Up! How Your Chair is Killing You - James Levine

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you standing up right now? Believe it or not, your chair might be slowly killing you… Joining us today is the author of the book "Get Up," by Dr...

Does Any Drinking Create Bad Karma? Victoria English

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When Coach Victoria was drinking, it often seemed that life just refused to go her way. It seemed that the harder she pushed, the more the universe pu...

Dreams, Plant Medicine & Psychadelics - Daniel DiPiazza

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

James Swanwick and serial entrepeneur, author and husband, Daniel DiPiazza, discuss non-traditional methods of reducing stress & anxiety that can lead...

Nightshift Workers & Nightowls And When To Drink & Sleep - Emma Smith

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nighshift workers tend to start shifts in the dark, and finish work and return home in the sun. So, when should they drink alcohol, if at all? When sh...

Sex Addiction, Alcohol & How He Conquered It - Dominick Quartuccio

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dominick Quartuccio's passion is helping people become the best versions of themselves. An international speaker, author, and executive coach for high...

Cravings Aren't Your Fault, It's Your Lack of Neurotransmitters - Jodelle Fitzwater

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jodelle Fitzwater explains each of our neurotransmitters and how their depletion causes us to crave alcohol, sugary foods and distractions. Most impor...

Why Alcohol Is Not Your Friend - Ken Middleton

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to hear some wisdom! The Alcohol-Free movement is here to stay, and Ken Middleton is leading the charge. Ken is a talented writer committed ...

Heroin, Crack, Meth - Is Alcohol Better Or Worse? Alfie Bates

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Where does alcohol fall on the top 4 list of the world's most dangerous drugs? The answer may surprise you. Today, we have one of our enrolment coache...

All The Single People - How To Date Alcohol Free

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Single? Want to date but it's challenging to attract someone who doesn't drink? Dating can feel challenging when it seems almost everybody wants to "m...

7 Easy Ways To Socialize Without Drinking

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, you can have fun without alcohol. In fact, host James Swanwick says he has more fun alcohol free than anytime he was drinking. Listen in as he re...

Sleep Secrets Revealed - Olivia Arezzolo

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you wake in the middle of the night? Can't quieten your racing mind? Australia's leading sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo reveals her top secrets for e...

From Workplace Drinks To 6 Years AF - Casey Davidson

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Casey Davidson used to drink. And after-work drinks at the company she used to work at was the norm. But what happened when she told her colleagues sh...

You vs. The Restaurant & Weight Loss Through Cutting Alcohol - Cristy Nickel

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cristy Nickel has helped more than 200k people lose weight. She also used to be a waitress who specialized in getting customers to spend more - especi...

"Stop Inviting Your Inner Critic To Happy Hour - Victoria English "

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Inner Critic. We all have one! It reminds us of every mistake we've made, tells us we will never get things right, and that alcohol has us beat. W...

Anxiety & Stress - Healthier Ways To Handle Them

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Anxiety and stress are awful. Just awful. And there are ways to reduce the severity and frequency of them. James Swanwick reveals healthier ways to d...

How to Handle Withdrawal Symptoms

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You've stopped and you're feeling crappy. Is that normal? Or does it mean you're an alcoholic? Listen as James Swanwick outlines how to deal with wit...

What To Drink Instead

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is it boring not drinking? Or is it easy? Well, it can depend on what you drink instead. No alcohol? Easy! Listen to this list of delicious alcohol-f...

Ready, Set, Go! 11 Ways To Stay Committed

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You know you want to stop. You're getting yourself emotionally ready. You begin. Then it feels really hard. How do you go the distance? James Swanwic...

Preparing To Stop

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been thinking about stopping drinking a while? If so, do you know how you're going to approach this? Listen in as James Swanwick outlines how...

12 Positive Things That Happened When I Stopped Drinking (Part II)

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in to Part II of all the benefits host James Swanwick experienced when he stopped drinking. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreel...

12 Positive Things That Happened When I Stopped Drinking (Part I)

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nothing much happened to James Swanwick when he stopped drinking - just professional, health and relationship success. :) James shares the profound ch...

Alcoholic & Absent Father Shapes Son's Life - Rory Callaghan

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rory Callaghan is an integrated health consultant who had an absent and alcoholic father. Hear how the experience impacted his life, why he now choose...

Rewire Your Brain & Mindset About Alcohol

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You are not depriving yourself of something when you stop drinking. You are choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle. What's the difference? It's important,...

How Going Sober Inspired An AF Cocktails Company - Jo Bowyer - AFL Podcast

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jo Bowyer never imagined she'd stop drinking. Alcohol was just too far entrenched in her life and Australia's drinking culture. But Jo did quit. And s...

Dopamine Nation - Why We Still Choose Alcohol - Dr. Anna Lembke

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Anna Lembke, psychiatrist and author, explores the exciting new scientific discoveries that explain why the relentless pursuit of pleasure leads t...

Why Do You Want To Stop Drinking? - AFL Podcast

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Until you know your why, you may stop drinking, then start again, then stop / start / stop / start. James Swanwick invites you to get clear on why you...

Is One Drink A Day Hurting You?

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is one drink a day enough to damage your health, wealth, love and happiness? Find out as James Swanwick outlines the challenges with one seemingly inn...

What Type of Drinker Are You?

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You are not an alcoholic. But you can define the type of drinker you are. Listen in as James reveals the different drinker types and you can choose wh...

Two Big Lies Alcohol Companies Have Been Feeding You

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bad news: you have been brainwashed into believing alcohol is fun and attractive. This conspiracy is robbing you of the zest and vitality you truly be...