Drink Less; Live Better
Episodes
149. RSVP
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's amazing where a bit of unscheduled procrastination can take us! This week Sarah found herself neck-deep in her unfiled (now neatly filed) email ...
148. Building Habits
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
10 useful ideas to support you to build a new habit... listen in today!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching he...
147. Don't ask for directions from someone who hasn't been where you're going!
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Don't ask for directions from someone who hasn't been where you're going!... today I'm talking about directions to destinations that are both physical...
146. When you know better, do better...
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Maya Angelou said…"Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better."Is it as easy as that? Find out what Sara...
145. Are you ready?
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's a tricky question isn't it? There are some things we're always going to be ready for - we were born ready - and some things we're really going t...
144. A gentle start to the year
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What can we do to make this season more comfortable, calmer and gentler - here are a few ideas... listen in and take notes today.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HE...
143. Not new year resolutions
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No thank you... no new year resolutions here! Just adjusting, experimenting, thinking of nice intentions for me and the the wider world 💖Thank you...
142. (Christmas Day Deep Breath) All feelings are welcome here
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Annnd breathe, it's just one day.You are going to be OK!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-...
141. What would you like?
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Asking for what we want or need is so tricky!Here is Sarah's festive list for the end of 2023.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to ...
140. Instinct vs Intuition
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought of the difference between instinct and intuition? Nope, me neither - until NOW!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom D...
139. Navigating Parties
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating parties... Good advice on peer pressure, what to drink, what to do, socialising with purpose and distraction!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a ...
138. Reassurance
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone needs a bit of reassurance, a bit of emotional support. When we're navigating change - cheerleaders, friendly nudges, reminders all perfect r...
137. Dry December Affirmations
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Want to get the Affirmations in email form? I'll send them out via email this week... sign up hereJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diar...
136. Things you'll never hear me say (part 7) "I've heard it all before"
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Because... y'know I haven't, I just haven't heard it all before and the minute I think I have will be a very sad day! Not jaded and aiming to stay th...
135. External vs Internal motivation
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What drives you - do you need other people to support, cheerlead and champion you, are you driven by something inside or a combination of both?JOIN MY...
134. No-vember Gentleness
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wooooah! Don't we go hard at this time of year - all the decisions, commitments and executing of pans! Shall we try things a different way this winte...
133. Lowered Expectations
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you set lofty goals for yourself only to feel you fell slightly short?Listen into this love note today - be kind to yourself - take some good advic...
132. Alone or lonely?
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The isolation I sometimes feel is NEEDED. I get space/peace of mind/an opportunity to deeply think about what I want and how I'm going to take aligned...
131. Which direction?
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Forwards, uphill, downhill, a diversion, a sidetrack or all exactly as it's supposed to be? Listen in for a perspective on the different roads we tra...
130. Let it settle
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can you let it settle? Are you able to see how the murky water becomes clear in a jam jar... shake it up and then leave it alone and all the parts cl...
129. 5 reasons to love an alcohol free autumn
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ahhhhh... Autumn - it's my absolute favourite season. So many reasons to enjoy this time of year alcohol free - today, let's concentrate on just 5 go...
128. Comfort Zones
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Got a comfort zone? Know exactly where the edges are? Me too....I couldn't be happier there - find out why!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my...
127. Full Disclosure
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
erm... there's a chance that I'm totally human, that I'm a work in progress, that I get things wrong allllll the time!Last week I proudly declared: BE...
126. Be un-busy!
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Being un-busy - it's my new thing. Want to join me?Listen in to find out how!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coac...
125. Sober September
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
See Sober September programme details hereJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-selling book D...
124. End of summer drinking
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here we are in that change of year bit, just before schools go back, the new season, the END of summer!Time to take stock? Ask a few useful questions...
123. I'm sorry (not sorry)
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm sorry I didn't brush my hair (again)I'm sorry my arm touched yoursI'm sorry I haven't made dinner yetI'm sorry the traffic was awful for youI'm so...
122. Donna Ashworth Poem
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I love Donna Ashworth's poetry... I urge you to look her up and enjoy her comforting words.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to dis...
121. Summer Drinks
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We sometimes think it's going to be hard to find nice alcohol free drinks - that needn't be the case - listen in today for some ideas.JOIN MY EMAIL CL...
120. Drink Less; Live Better The Book
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here it is Drink Less; Live Better The Book!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-selling book...
119. Holidays we don't need to recover from
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been on holiday/vacation and returned home exhausted, bloated and hungover? Yeah - Same!Not any more, my friend, not any more!This is how we do...
118. The Drink Less; Live Better Framework
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We get ever closer to publication date.... In this episode Sarah runs through the Drink Less; Live Better Framework - Awareness, Acceptance, Action an...
117. Alignment
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to live in 'alignment' and what can we do to help us to get that good feeling place?JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom D...
116. Action
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I've always said I work in the magic place where doubt, hope and ACTION meet... I always thought it was true but now I know it is!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB H...
115. Acceptance
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How did we get to where we are now? By learning to accept. Accepting what we will tolerate and what we won't. JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space i...
114. Awareness
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Drink Less; Live Better Book is divided into four sections; Awareness, Acceptance, Action and Alignment. Let's talk about awareness today!JOIN MY...
113. Cultivating Kindness
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I know, I know, I know - you can be kind to other people - but what about you? Kindness to yourself first please ALWAYS!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a...
112. A Word of Warning
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I love it when people really believe in the the thing that's working for them but let's remember that it might not work for everyone!JOIN MY EMAIL CLU...
111. I believe in you
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I say it at the end of every podcast episode - here's why!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the bes...
110. The truth will set you free
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our truths change over time...Old truths compared to new truths - listen in this week to hear some of Sarah's examplesJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a sp...
109. Things you'll never hear me say (part 6) "You can't shock me"
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You won't hear me say it because maybe, just maybe I am shockable and that's a totally human way to be!If I wasn't shockable, if I HAD seen it all, he...
108. Relationships - Reset, Repair or Run
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Relationships - definitely in the top 5 things I get asked about often!Here are a few insights.... enjoy! JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zo...
107. Forever
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Well, 'forever' is a long time whichever way you look at it. Let's do that. Let's look at it!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to...
106. I love your shoes
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Oh Donna Ashworth how I love your words https://donnaashworth.com/2021/08/29/i-love-your-shoes-post/JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Dia...
105. Wherever you go, there you are!
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Easter holidays, Spring Break.With other people? By yourself? You'll be there too!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:...
104.Sober Spring
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A bit of time away from work?Some time with family or friends?Beautiful weather?Is your life blocked more by Quarter 2, season changes, school terms o...
103. Affirmations
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Affirmations - Are they for you? They were NOT for me for the longest time, but I've changed and actually right now - I'm all over them.Drop me an em...
102. On Quitting - A poem
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On Quitting By Edgar Albert GuestJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-selling book Drink Less...
101. If not now, when?
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Look, you want to hear from the former Master of putting things off? Here I am!Let me nudge you gently in the direction of now, not then....JOIN MY E...
100. Pretty goals 100 episodes
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
100 episodes inThank you so much for listeningThank you for sharingThank you for rating and reviewingThank you for your lovely, kind feedbackJOIN MY E...
99. Take Action
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Don't be afraid of getting it wrong, don't be disheartened if it feels like you are starting again, don't judge yourself harshly. I know you probably...
98. The Guest house by Rumi
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 or order from ...
97. Word of the day
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I mean... who even does this... who shares their strange little rituals with the world? Who would choose to tell other people what they used their so...
96. Contrast
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yes.. we know life is full of contrasts but was does that look like for you. Sarah tells you about her week of contrast todayJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREB...
95. Slightly less than ideal
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
PLEASE don't listen to this episode if you would rather not hear about the loss of a pet or cancer. If you do listen I hope you find this episode hop...
94. Desiderata
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I LOVE this poem, I always thought it was only the first two lines until I heard it read in full at a funeral.Listen in and let the words sink deeply ...
93. You cannot stress yourself to peace
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strive, work hard, struggle your way to peace?Sorry, I don't think that strategy is going to work out for you! Want some other ideas?Listen in to thi...
92. Things you'll never hear me say (Part 5) "If I can do it, anyone can!"
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It. Simply. Is. Not. TrusThe only truth is... If you can do it, you can do it!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 c...
91. Welcome to 2023
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gently, gently into the new year.Everything doesn't have to start on 1st January or in January at all.Spread it out through the yearWho do I want to b...
90. Have you had enough of yourself yet?
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here is the link to the year compass - enjoy!https://yearcompass.com/JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching here...
89. (Christmas Day Deep Breath) and pause
25 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's just one day-we can take a deep breath and know that we will be OKJOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching he...
88. It's beginning to look a lot like overwhelm
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
...and it doesn't have to be this way - listen in to find out how we can move a bit closer to peace and calm this week.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a ...
87. Five useful thoughts
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share 5 of the thoughts that are powering me through this month. Please share what's working for you too!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBoo...
86. Moments of bliss
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever say "I just want to be happy?"I did and I would also say "I just want my kids to be happy" too but I've thought a lot about my feelings ov...
85. Dry December
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you Kidding me? A Dry December - That's never going to catch on is it?Well.... It *might be* an unusual idea... but I'm unusual - are you prepare...
84. Be Calm
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the podcast you need for when you need to c...a...l...m d...o...w...nSlooooooow it friend, sllllloooooow yourself, breath deeply and listen....
83. Who am I sober?
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Such a tricky question.... lots of ideas and inspiration contained in this episode!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1...
82. Sober Socials
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Getting used to socialising without alcohol. It might take a bit of time, a bit of practice and a bit of trial and error but I'm here to tell you - y...
81. Friendships
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A reason, a season or a lifetime.When you know which one it is you will know what to do for each person.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom...
80. No-vember
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I LOVE the opportunity to say "no thanks, uh-uh, hell nope" and any other version of NO. Listen in to the episode this week to hear my strategies and...
79. No news
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I stopped listening to the news in 2019 and through this year I've felt more and more pleased with my decision! I cannot block it out completely but ...
78. "Sit with it"
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I've called this episode "Sit with it" but really it should be called "Start to slowly and gently process your emotions"... Not so catchy unfortunatel...
77. Think again!
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever stop and notice the thoughts that are going round in your head? Maybe today would be a good day to do that - listen into this episode to ...
76. Simple Acts of Self Love
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode features a list of top tips for self love - follow me on here to see the list as a visual or sign up here if you'd like it sent to you...
75. Throw the kitchen sink at it
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What are alllll the ways we can start to make our sobriety 'stick?' Well, here's a list of ways for starters - what else can you add?JOIN MY EMAIL CL...
74. Rest? Physical or Emotional
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired? Do you know what type of tired? Can you identify it as physical or emotional - listen in to this weeks episode for some ideas and ins...
73. Journaling your sobriety
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you keep a journal? Would you like to?In today's podcast you can find out what didn't work for Sarah and what did!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a sp...
72. September Reset
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well hello September.... Am I ever pleased to see you?! JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coaching hereBuy the best-...
71. Processing your feelings
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Urrggghhh - the work is never done! Just when I thought "Ha, this is it, I'm sober, everything is awesome." I realised the feelings had to be felt -...
70. Things you'll never hear me say (part 4) "Why would you do that?"
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Judgey, judgey, judgey - nope, no room for that kinda talk around here thanks!JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diary to discuss 1:1 coac...
69. Hold it lightly
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does clinging on for dear life feel frightening and controlling?How about loosening our grip and bit - does that feel better - a bit more expansive an...
68. August Overwhelm
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
August - How I love you so (and also how I feel overwhelmed, exhausted and scattered too often). How do we make all this a bit better?Listen in to fi...
67. Small words, Big impact
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Change a word, add a word or emphasise a word - all brilliant tools for seeing or HEARING big differences in our language.Listen in to this episode to...
66. Excuses, excuses!
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Come on then - Give it to me... festivals, bbqs, weddings, pub gardens, end of term, holidays.... the list is never ending!Two things that will help y...
65. Sober Summers
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How to enjoy a sober summer - it's a science and an artform - listen in to this weeks episode where Sarah talks about her first summer sober and gives...
64. Significant dates
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you got a date you can look back on and know that was a turning point for you? Even if nothing good happened immediately?What were you learning ...
63. Dry July
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Yeah - I know, I know.... it's a slightly unconventional idea if you'e in the Northern Hemisphere... but I'm here to cheerlead for it. Listen in toda...
62. Are you tired?
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired? Have you stopped to question whether you're physically tired or emotionally tired? You'll need a different type of rest for physical ...
61. "I don't know"
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Answering endless questions about your sobriety takes up a lot of energy and brain space - is it any wonder we sometimes run out of steam?Well, not an...
60. Telling YOUR story
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I feel most powerful when I get the chance to tell my story myself, not when other people try and tell it for me.... how'bt you?JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HER...
59. The Should 'Siren'
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you argue with yourself inside your head? No? Is it just me then? Listen carefully to that internal conversation, start to notice and bring aware...
58. The Jubilee, Garden Parties, Street Gatherings and Early Summer BBQs
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you getting invitations to socialise this week or are you hosting friends and family? Here are Sarah's top tips for keeping it all alcohol free a...
57. Amazing Adventures
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I've been to a buddhist meditation weekend, a retreat in Ibiza and climbed Mount Snowdon in the first five months of this year - what amazing adventur...
56. Be a healthy hedonist
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Were you or are you a hedonist - always in pursuit of pleasure? I'm now considering myself to be a healthy hedonist and loving it.JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB ...
55. 1 year? Wow
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One whole year of the Drink Less; Live Better podcast - celebrate with me today!If you'd like to follow Amanda on instagram you'll find her here:https...
54. Things you'll never hear me say (Part 3) "There's no need to cry"
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If anyone ever tells you "there's no need to cry," "please don't cry," "crying won't help," "get over it" or my ABSOLUTE WORST "man up"..... point the...
53. Your reasons "why" revisited
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's rethink the whole "why I'm going to be alcohol free/sober/drink less" thing. Let's not talk about our kids, our families, our work and all the ...
52. What will other people think?
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well, what will they think and how will you know? Are you going to ask them or are you going to guess? Is there another choice you could make here?L...
51. You're not broken
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Exhausted, frustrated and angry are all valid feelings as part of your sober/drink less process - but you are NOT broken. If you cannot see success f...
50. Are you happy?
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So many emotions... do you ever stop to consider how you're ACTUALLY feeling when someone asks you?JOIN MY EMAIL CLUB HEREBook a space in my Zoom Diar...