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249. Why do people drink at Christmas?

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A compassionate look at five common reasons people drink at Christmas, with gentle ways to navigate the season with or without alcohol.Coaching with S...

247. What is the kindest way to look at this?

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Might the question... “What’s the kindest interpretation of this behaviour?” help us stay grounded, compassionate, and connected when people aro...

248. It's the most wonderful time of the year - or is it?

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A gentle, compassionate look at the light and shade of Christmas, with practical support for navigating stress, family dynamics, loneliness, and alcoh...

246. You can start today

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A gentle reminder that you don’t need a perfect moment to change—this episode explores how you can begin drinking less, shift habits, and choose w...

245. Bright Spots and Dark Corners

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why life isn’t binary, how bright spots and dark corners coexist, and how embracing the shades in between helps us live with more compassion, resili...

244. Bless You

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hmmm.... a seemingly kind platitude - or is it? Let's examine it in today's episode!Coaching with Sarah - All details HEREJoin my email club HEREBuy ...

243. YOU are the expert in you

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You are the expert in you. In this episode, Sarah explores what happens when we trust our own inner wisdom instead of outsourcing it to others. She s...

242. Your window of tolerance

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah talks about our “window of tolerance” and teaches us how to expand it for a more balanced life. Let's understand our nervous system’s resp...

241. Is compassion the opposite of pity?

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anne Lamott talks about compassion and pity and portraying compassion as a connection to another's struggles versus pity as a detached, often condesce...

240. Life will be lifey

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Sarah explores what it really means when “life gets lifey.” She shares three gentle reminders for navigating tough times — how ...

239. What are you holding on to?

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Here are five great tips to support you to loosen your grip on things that no longer feel good to you!Coaching with Sarah - All details HEREJoin my em...

238. You are your own most important project

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To-do lists, deadlines and responsibilities - Sure, they might matter but not as much as YOU matter... working on Project YOU is the most important wo...

237. Sober October - 5 tips

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Here we are - Sober October!Let's get this month enjoyed, let's love this season!Coaching with Sarah - All details HEREJoin my email club HEREBuy the ...

236. Staying motivated when you're tired and drained

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How to keep going when you don't feel like it. Listen in for a pep talk!Coaching with Sarah - All details HEREJoin my email club HEREBuy the best-sel...

235.Things you’ll never hear me say (Part 12) " We all have the same 24 hours in a day"

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You, me, Oprah and Beyoncé we've all got 24 hours in our day - Haven't we?Well, no, actually - here's why... Listen in.Coaching with Sarah - All deta...

234. Is help the sunny side of control

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"Is help the sunny side of control" A thought from the works of Anne Lamott. Let's take a closer look!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom ...

233. New Term Reset

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's September - time for Sober September!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-selling book D...

232. Some feelings are more comfortable than others

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

... and that's an uncomfortable starting point!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-selling b...

231. Advice that isn't asked for is probably criticism

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Unsolicited advice, while sometimes well-intentioned, often backfires. It implies that the recipient is doing something wrong and that is not nice to ...

230. How you feel NOT how you look

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Before and After comparisons, Sarah's got something to say on this subject - Of course she has! Listen in.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Z...

229. Other people's discomfort

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Overheard... “When we have a get together, you should drink because others don’t know what to do with you when you’re not drinking and it’s no...

228. The wine witch

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I've got bad news for you if you often refer to your wine witch... ding dong!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coach...

227. Is alcohol glamorous or cleverly marketed?

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I guess you already know how I'm going to answer this... listen in anyway... I have thoughts!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to d...

226. What if confidence didn't come in a glass?

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

because... it doesn't you know!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-selling book Drink Less; ...

225. When did getting drunk become a joke?

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today let's explore the normalisation of excessive drinking, particularly among women, questioning why getting drunk is often portrayed as humorous in...

224. A Restaurant Rant

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm not really one to get my knickers in a twist over things I cannot control however, this is worth a mention!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in ...

223. Don't lose this moment by searching for another

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ahhh Yes... That restless habit of searching for the next perfect moment while completely missing the one we're living in right now! Let's talk about...

222. The Power of "I don't want to"

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Power of "I don't want to." A small sentence that might change change your life. JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1...

221. To Succeed

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A poetry episode today... To Succeed by Ralph Waldo Emerson. A poem about success that completely reframes how we think about achievement and fulfillm...

220. Sober Summer: Five Strategies for Finding Serenity

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Conquer summer sobriety with five powerful strategies! In this episode Sarah explores how to navigate social situations alcohol-free, simplify your su...

219. Re-parenting and self care

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Re-parenting and self-care... two approaches to personal healing that share similarities but serve distinct purposes. Listen today and find out more.J...

218. Alexithymia

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been accused of being "cold" or "detached" when inside you're actually experiencing... something, but you just can't quite name it? List...

217. Emotional entanglement

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our challenge lies in finding the balance between connection and separation... Emotional Entanglement - what do we need to know?JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HER...

216. Morning routines

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Disclaimer: If you have a solid routine that works for you - then you have got something that is neither torture nor ridiculous, and you should carry ...

215. 4 years of The Drink Less; Live Better Podcast

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

May 2021 and I thought to myself.... Well, I'll start writing, recording, editing and publishing this podcast and I'll see how long it takes me to run...

214. Things you’ll never hear me say (Part 11) "What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger"

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah argues that suffering isn’t a pathway to personal growth, and emphasises the importance of seeking support and acknowledging vulnerability.JOI...

213. Parenting and Alcohol - Creating Honest Conversations

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The often uncomfortable topic of parenting and alcohol, Sarah explores how parental drinking habits influence children’s perceptions of alcohol.JOIN...

212. "Things you’ll never hear me say" round up

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a round up episode... 10 of the 'Things you'll never hear me say' horrors!Previous episodes of 'Things You'll never hear me say'If I can do i...

211. Welcome to your Sober Spring

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah explores the top three benefits of a sober lifestyle, offering practical strategies and resources to support your alcohol-free journey. Learn ho...

210. Articulation - can you ask?

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can you ask for what you want and/or need? Who can you ask? What does it feel like when you ask? Listen in today for a few of Sarah's thoughts on t...

209. Things you'll never hear me say (Part 10) "It is what it is"

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"It is what it is!" Urrrghhhh don't get me started! OK - do... I just need a 6 minute episode to get this one off my chest - ENJOY!JOIN MY EMAIL CLU...

208. The truth about our judgements

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is a STICKY one, we want to consider ourselves to be judgement free - 'there's no judgement here' and yet this statement is just not true! SORR...

207. Thank You and No Thank You

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we don't want what we've been offered. There are ways to say 'No Thank You' and ways to try and change the norm (if we try with care and ki...

206. Things you'll never hear me say (Part 9) "This is a safe space"

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ahhhh... This one really grinds my gears. Listen in today to find out why and then drop me an email to let me know your thoughts sarah@drinklessliveb...

205. Your choice to feel powerful

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You can choose to feel powerful about your choice not to drink. It might take a bit of consideration - but YOU CAN. Let's put self-doubt aside and l...

204. Our need for reassurance

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need to know what others think before you go ahead and make your decision? Listen in today to find out why we do this!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREB...

203. Conflicting thoughts

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We know more than one thing can be true at a time... but what do we do when it's your thoughts that seem to be so opposed? Listen in today to find ou...

202. Self-talk

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Well, well, well - If it's isn't that voice in my head again! Hello ME! Let's have a closer look at what's going on here then!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREB...

201. Intellectual dishonesty

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

All the times I lied to myself but dressed it up as a truth or even a half truth... Time to be totally honest now!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space ...

200. Listen in and listen well

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ahhh yes... being heard, being listened to, being understood... what a relief.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coac...

199. The ONE thing

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Year: New Me is OUTNew Year: ME is INThe ONE thing... you need to know today - listen and enjoy.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Dia...

198. The pain of work vs The pain of regret

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's a fundamental truth of life - there will be two 'hards' and you get to choose which one you want.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom D...

197. That's a wrap on 2024

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2024 we get to close gently and here we are welcoming in 2025.Don't forget to download your Year CompassJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom...

196. Beyond Boxing Day

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ahhh The post-Christmas haze - Welcome, welcome. Listen in today for some ideas about how this can be different next time.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook...

195. Christmas Eve Deep Breath

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Listen on repeat for the next few days if you need to.💖 I believe in you 💖JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 co...

194. 3 strategies for the season

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in for three valuable ways to navigate the festivities this week! Take note and then execute (... the strategies don't execute any people)!JOI...

193. The Jury is out

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sitting on a jury is going to involve judgement isn't it? Find out why Sarah is not altogether delighted about this prospect!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREB...

192. Storytelling for the soul

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you’d like the opportunity to tell your stories out loud, to be deeply heard my 2025 coaching programme is now available. 12 months of coach...

191. Comparison

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Comparison is the thief of joy"... Eleanor Roosevelt (and me... often.. to anyone who will listen - unless I need to hear it myself 😬)Listen in fo...

190. I thought I'd feel different

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I thought I'd feel different, I'm confused.The way I feel does not match up to my expectation... why?I've got you, friend - listen into this episode t...

189. Find your peace

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Including... The Pause PracticeThe Release RitualThe Perspective Shiftand more to help you find your peace and more importantly HOLD your peace.JOIN M...

188. Take action from where you are

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Action to DO or action to BE. You get to decide.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-selling...

187. Your annual reminder

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This time of year, every year, I like to write about and talk about No-Vember and what it means to me, my planning and my winter season.Listen in and ...

186. Old directions won't lead you to new places

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The world is constantly changing and YOU are constantly changing and that's a good thing. Every now and again update your sat nav, your route map, yo...

185. Fact or opinion?

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

BEWARE: Are you talking about what you think as a fact and is it actually an opinion?Is someone else delivering you the 'hard facts' and what they are...

184. High functioning vs functioning

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to be a functioning alcoholic?Are you coping with high functioning anxiety?Does the 'functioning' part make it easier for you or eas...

183. What support do you want or need?

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can you ask for what you want or need? Do you even know what it is you want or need, or what you DON'T want or need? This can be a tricky one when w...

182. Becoming next-level you

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's coming... the next version of you? You V2?You but better?Ready to LIVE BETTER?JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:...

181. Autumn Alcohol Free Inspiration

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need some Autumn Alcohol Free Inspiration... I've got you!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy ...

180. Better than expected

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do we always expect life to be life-y or does it sometimes work out "better than expected" for you?JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diar...

179. This is a safe space or is it?

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Sarah explores the nuanced concept of “safe spaces,” emphasising that safety is subjective and cannot be universally defined. Whil...

178. Buddhist Compassion

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wise Compassion vs Idiot CompassionAn interesting perspective from my coaching frontline!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discu...

177. A new plan

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's time... JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-selling book Drink Less; Live Better here o...

176. What a time to be alive

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Don't you love it when your kids give you a gift of a line? "What a time to be alive!" IndeedJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to ...

175. 7 quick wins for drinking less this summer

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

7 practical strategies to help you on your path.Remember, this isn’t a punishment—it’s a positive choice for a better you. JOIN MY EMAIL CL...

174. Connections

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Connections to others, places and ourselves. This episode answers some of the questions you didn't know you had about how we can feel more connected....

173. Chaos to calm

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t let mental clutter hold you back! Embrace a few of these strategies to declutter your mind and experience a new calm and inner peace!JOIN MY E...

172. Don't expect yourself from other people

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I know, it's a profound title! So often our expectations around how we think other people 'should' behave don't meet with the reality and noticing th...

171. Are you being heard?

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who's able to listen to you right now?Do they have the capacity to really hear you?How might it feel for you to be able to say out loud some of the th...

170. Follow the flawed

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Follow the flawed - all the positive thoughts about looking to those who are prepared to forge their own path... the flawed? May be the flawless!JOIN...

169. What if...

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our ‘what ifs’ tend to be based in the past or the future. What if I had done something different or what if something doesn’t go how I exp...

168. Make your own decision

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you waiting to be rescued? Let's find out why that might not be the best decision for you - listen in today!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space i...

167. What to work on next?

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When there are so many things to tick off your list how do you decide what is the next right step? Listen in to find out.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook ...

166. Black, white or shades of technicolour?

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I don't like a binary choice - yes/no, on/off, least of all.... black/white. Let's have all the choices in between. What are you making a hard and f...

165. Why telling someone to 'calm down' might not help!

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did anyone, EVER, in the history of the universe, have success in helping someone calm down immediately after suggesting that they calm down?Nope! I ...

164. The Introvert Hangover

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Well, it's the only kind of hangover I get now but it's still real... It still has an impactJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to di...

163. Friendship - a story

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eeekkk... This was an awkward day in my life. One that left me feeling upset for a while afterwards but one that I've come to accept and be OK with n...

162. How we gaslight ourselves

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ahh let me count the ways...Minimisation and rationalisation of feelings.Comparison and invalidationEmotional perfectionismSelf blame and internalised...

161. Breathe with me

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

3 YEARS - yes, 3 years and 161 episodes. That's one every week and 5 cheeky bonus episodes.... oh, and there's a secret episode too... scroll down if ...

160. One thing I was wrong about

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are loads of things I've been wrong about and this is one that particularly stands out in my mind from 25 years ago!What a life lesson!JOIN MY E...

159. Trait vs State

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your traits vs your states. I am anxiousvsI am feeling anxiousLet's delve deeper into this one todayAnd also...JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in...

158. What do you love most about yourself?

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week I explore why it's so hard to pinpoint exactly what we love about ourselves buuuuttttt once we do it's worth sharing!Drop me an email and le...

157. Rage or Resignation

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Sarah explores the relationship between Rage and Resignation... She's delighted you asked her about the commonalities she's been think...

156. Alcohol Free April

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's look at all the good that's to be gained from this Spring time break from alcohol opportunity. Sarah shares her insights for this month ahead.J...

155. We're all just winging it

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here are 5 universal truths that help me feel a bit better about my own 'winging it ' attitude to life! I hope you enjoy!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook ...

154. The view from here

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's go on a metaphorical mountain climb, we'll discover the importance of making bold choices and being physically and emotionally equipped for the ...

153. Reassurance - 5 tips

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey Kitten, I'm talking to you as much as I am myself this week! Five trusty tips for reassuring yourself today and remember.... You are OK, I am OK....

152. Test Drive

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Which are the bits of our new life we want to try on? We don't have to commit to changing everything all at once - perhaps we can just test drive bit...

151. Things you'll never hear me say (part 8) "Just Think Positive"

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is one that really upsets me. Just think positive, positive vibes only and Live, Love, Laugh... can all 'do one' as far as I am concerned. Deny...

150. Big Mistake. Big. Huge.

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 150... 1. 5. 0. wowSarah confesses to a mistake she made recently - just goes to show - being sober is no guarantee of living a life free from...