This Naked Mind Podcast

Is Organic Wine Better For You?: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E791

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is organic wine better for you, or is this just another marketing tactic keeping you tied to alcohol? Lois finds herself caught between wanting to mak...

How to Stop Daily Drinking: Finding Happiness and Healing After 35 Years | Pierre’s Naked Life | E790

05 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can you really learn how to stop daily drinking after decades of alcohol use?  Pierre's 35-year "drinking career" began at age 9 when adults first g...

Redefining Success After Quitting Drinking: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E789

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is true connection possible without alcohol, and how can you redefine success after quitting drinking? Julie grapples with the instant relief alcoho...

Are Your Choices Really Yours? Kori’s Naked Life | E788

29 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if everything around you has been designed to influence your choices? Kori grew up believing emotions were a weakness. As an adult, she used alco...

No Pressure, Just Progress: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E787

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if being present matters more than proving yourself? Joel considered himself highly functional despite his drinking, but deep down, he struggled ...

Finding Peace Within: Cindy’s Naked Life | E786

22 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if everything you’ve been searching for has been within you all along? Cindy had a traumatic childhood, with a violent father who was in and ou...

The Cost of Fitting In: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E785

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if fitting in isn’t the key to real connection? David has always used alcohol to handle stress and social anxiety but hides it from friends who...

True Freedom: Lisa’s Naked Life | E784

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the very thing you thought gave you freedom was actually keeping you stuck? As the youngest of three children, Lisa watched her older brothers...

Shifting Beliefs, Changing Habits: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E783

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if real habit change starts with how you think, not just what you do? Gemma made a commitment to 30 alcohol-free days, but on day 20, she had a d...

Quiet Change, Lasting Results: Stacey’s Naked Life | E782

08 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does real support look like when making a change? Stacey had her first drink at age 14, but by 15 or 16, life felt harder. She often clashed with...

From Hiding to Healing: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E781

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the discomfort you’re avoiding is the key to healing? Mary has been working on her relationship with alcohol but has kept it to herself out ...

Real Relief When Life Gets Hard: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E780

01 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In hard moments, does what you turn to help you grow? Kate had worked very hard to heal from the trauma of her first marriage which left her feeling l...

Annie Grace on the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast | E779

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is one small realization that changed your life in a big way? When Annie Grace worked in corporate, her boss advised her to join happy hour to ne...

Welcome to This Naked Mind

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bestselling author Annie Grace invites you to explore the role of alcohol in our lives and culture without rules, pain, or judgment.

Who Are You Without the Label? Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E778

22 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the labels you’ve always worn no longer fit who you are becoming? Maureen and Jackson are both discovering how life feels when alcohol isn’...

Happy Hours, Lonely Nights: Brian’s Naked Life | E777

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When was the last time you felt fully present with someone you love? Brian was known as “the happy hour guy” among friends and colleagues. But whe...

A Life Worth Staying In: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E776

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When life feels heavy, what small choices can help you feel lighter? Shanelle had gone weeks without drinking and felt ready to face her emotions in t...

The Missing Piece with Paul & Stacey Martino | E775

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you inspire change in others without pushing them away? Paul Martino never really enjoyed drinking. It was something he did to fit in. When ...

Is Motivation Alone Enough? Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E774

08 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you make real, lasting changes when motivation comes and goes? Dwayne has been through major life changes, including the end of two marriages, ...

What Signs Are You Ignoring? Jane’s Naked Life | E773

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the signs you’ve been ignoring are leading you toward change? Alcohol was a big part of Jane’s first marriage, with weekend get-togethers ...

Progress, Not Perfection: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E772

01 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Would you still appreciate your progress, even when it’s not perfect? Lisa and Rae have spent years trying to find balance in their relationship wit...

Dare to Feel: Agnes’s Naked Life | E771

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What might change if you let yourself feel every emotion without running from it? Agnes grew up in a "work hard, play hard" family, where alcohol was ...

Reclaiming Your True Self: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E770

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How might your past still be shaping the choices you make today? Eliza feels unworthy of living without alcohol and is afraid to discover who she trul...

One Brave Choice: Brent’s Naked Life | E769

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can one brave choice give you the strength to transform your relationships? Brent turned to alcohol in high school to cope with his parents’ divorce...

What Voices Guide Your Choices? Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E768

18 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What thoughts are you holding on to, and are they still serving you? Souren has been on The PATH but is afraid of falling behind and not making it. Th...

Finding Joy in the Little Things: Stephanie’s Naked Life | E767

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can you create space for the simple moments that bring you the most joy? Stephanie first tried alcohol at age 14 but she didn’t react well to it. Ho...

Strength in Every Step: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E766

11 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the fear of change is just a sign of how much it matters? Caterine has gone 27 days without alcohol, which is the longest she’s ever gone in...

Redefine Yourself Fearlessly: Marc’s Naked Life | E765

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Does your current identity reflect who you truly are? Marc worked in sales and often used alcohol to connect with colleagues and clients. As he got cl...

Living Judgement-Free: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E764

04 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is your fear of being judged holding you back? Molly grew up relying on people’s opinions to feel good about herself. As a physician, she struggles ...

Starting Over, Again: Jana’s Naked Life | E763

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if change is always possible, no matter how many times you try? At 25 years old, Jana was married and living in Hawaii, where she began exploring...

Reclaim Your Life: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E762

28 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What steps can you take today to get closer to the life you imagine? Meri started drinking regularly in her twenties after a tough breakup. Since the...

Building Confidence on Your Terms: Madison’s Naked Life | E761

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can you embrace who you are without needing to fit in? Madison didn’t realize how shy she really was until she got to college. She turned to alc...

Trusting Yourself Again: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E760

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you feel more confident if you could trust yourself every step of the way? Jan struggles with how she sees herself with and without alcohol. Whi...

What Truth Are You Avoiding? Amy’s Naked Life | E759

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if the first step to change is just being honest with yourself? Amy grew up in a family where alcohol wasn’t a big part of life. She didn’t d...

Can Your Marriage Survive Change? Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E758

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you face your fears and make changes when your partner isn’t ready yet? Charlotta grew up with a parent who struggled with alcohol and drugs,...

Questioning Longtime Habits: Michaela’s Naked Life | E757

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you start questioning a habit you’ve known your whole life? Michaela grew up in a family where alcohol was always a part of life. ...

Feel Like Yourself Again: ​​Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E756

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can we rebuild our sense of self when we let go of the things that define us? Bek is learning how to live without alcohol, which has been part of ...

From Just Coping to Thriving: Cari’s Naked Life | E755

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is your way of coping still working for you? Cari grew up in a religious home where alcohol wasn’t a part of her life. In her twenties, she started ...

Embracing Joy in the Moment: ​​Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E754

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if joy was already here, waiting to be embraced? Joanne has been working on building a healthier relationship with alcohol for the past eight mon...

Rebuild, Reconnect, Rediscover Yourself: Brandi's Naked Life | E753

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How much of your happiness is tied up in habits that no longer serve you? Brandi’s parents divorced three times, which made her teenage years hard. ...

The Power of Asking for Help: ​​Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E752

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why is it so hard to ask for help, even when we need it the most? After being diagnosed with tonsil cancer, eating became very painful for Debra becau...

A Journey to Joy: Lauren's Naked Life | E751

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Could celebrations feel complete even without alcohol? Lauren's journey with alcohol began in eighth grade at a concert, where she had her first beer ...

Are You Doing It for YOU? Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E750

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you trying to change for yourself or are you doing it for your loved ones? For years, Wendy turned to marijuana to escape the hurt in her heart. W...

Baby Steps, Big Changes: Heather’s Naked Life | E749

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What small actions can help you make big changes in your life? Heather still struggled with anxiety, even as she learned to live without using alcohol...

The Path to Inner Clarity: ​​Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E748

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could manage tough emotions without a drink? When Swarna’s daughter turned four, memories of her own trauma at the same age came floodin...

Escaping the Double Life: Megan's Naked Life | E747

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt torn between the life you show and the life you hide? Megan, a devoted nurse and mom, lived a double life that tore her apart. She ...

Learning to Trust Yourself Again: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E746

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling to trust yourself after years of drinking? When Jenna noticed that she wasn’t just drinking in the evenings anymore, but also in ...

Breaking Through Alcohol’s False Relief: Joy’s Naked Life | E745

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself giving alcohol various 'jobs' depending on what you're facing?  While Joy counseled young people about the dangers of alcohol, s...

Is Alcohol Stealing Your Peace? Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E744

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Could alcohol be stopping you from finding real peace? No matter how many alcohol-free programs Annette tries, she can’t seem to get past the sixth ...

Choosing Myself: Shelley’s Naked Life | E743

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought, "I can handle this on my own," only to realize you couldn't? Shelley struggled with her husband’s harmful behavior and drinki...

Ending the Cycle of Self-Sabotage: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E742

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever sabotaged your progress because it felt easier than standing out? As seven-year-old Helga raced toward the finish line, it was clear she...

Overcoming the Fear of Drinking Again: Erin’s Naked Life | E741

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is the fear of drinking again keeping you from fully enjoying your life? After going through detox three times, Erin was afraid to drink again. She di...

Drinking Less in Wine Country: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E740

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel awkward drinking less than everyone else around you?  Christine lives in wine country, where almost every social event is at a winery or ...

Building Authentic Connections: Gregory’s Naked Life | E739

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you wondering how to build meaningful connections without drinking? Gregory once turned to substances to win fast friends. But that didn’t bring...

Fun Without the Hangover: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E738

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does alcohol really lead to the good life, or is it taking more than it gives? For a long time, Rajinder believed alcohol was necessary to have fun at...

Healing Through Self-Love: Cole’s Naked Life | E737

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like different parts of you are at war?  Cole thought alcohol would always dominate his life. Drinking helped him cope with the gr...

The Road to Self-Love: Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E736

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could find better coping mechanisms than alcohol? During Bek’s difficult marriage breakup, she used alcohol to comfort herself and numb ...

Find the Courage to Choose Yourself: Patrick's Naked Life | E735

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you’re going along with the crowd just to fit in? Patrick C. liked drinking because it made him more social. Instead of being ...

Shed the Fear of Judgment - Alcohol Freedom Coaching | EP 734

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you are truly yourself, will you still belong in your community? Deborah has always been a likable person who fits in effortlessly. But as she step...

You Are Not the Problem, Alcohol Is: Kayla's Naked Life Story | E733

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if the first step to freedom is realizing that you are not the problem? Kayla’s journey with alcohol started long before her first sip. With a ...

Alcohol Freedom Coaching - Alcohol Doesn’t Relieve My Pain, It Steals My Joy | EP 732

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can alcohol really take away the pain—or is it secretly adding to it?  Sarah, a mother burdened by chronic pain and daily pressures, turned to alco...

Naked Life Story - Is the Illusion of Control Costing You Your Freedom? | EP 731

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you really in control of your relationship with alcohol or is it just an illusion? From crushing it in the corporate world to managing life as a w...

Alcohol Freedom Coaching - Progress Over Perfection, Learn to Embrace Self-Compassion | EP 730

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why do people go back to drinking? Our first episode of the Alcohol Freedom Coaching series offers some insight into what triggers people to drink aga...

Naked Life Story - Thriving Without Alcohol When Life Gets Busy | EP 729

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the secret to thriving without alcohol when life gets hectic? When Kim first appeared on the podcast, she spoke to Annie about her journey fr...

This Naked Mind: Find Freedom from Alcohol

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a world where alcohol often holds the reins, it's easy to feel trapped, alone, and unsure of where to turn when you find yourself drinking more tha...

EP 728: Reader’s Question - Why do I keep sabotaging my sobriety?

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever find yourself asking, "Why do I keep sabotaging my sobriety?" If so, you're in the right place. Many people struggle with this pattern of ...

EP 727: Naked Life Story - Steve W.

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a high-performing professional feeling the pressure to drink at work? Steve Wilt, a leader in the financial services industry, was right there...

EP 726: Reader’s Question - How long does it take for alcohol to leave your system?

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How long does it take for alcohol to leave your system? And when will you start feeling normal again? In this episode of the podcast, Annie Grace unco...

EP 725: Naked Life Story - Sally M.

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could find a way to cope with life's stresses without relying on alcohol? In this episode, Sally, a woman working in the male-dominated co...

EP 724: Reader’s Question - How Does Alcohol Affect Hormones?

17 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How does alcohol affect hormones, and why should you care? Join Annie Grace on This Naked Mind’s podcast as she uncovers the science behind alcohol'...

EP 723: Naked Life Story - Julie C.

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger warning: this episode contains mentions of suicide, cancer, and death. What if the very thing you're using to cope with trauma is actually pre...

EP 722: Reader’s Question - Overcoming Shame and Embarrassment After Drinking

10 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are feelings of shame and embarrassment holding you back from fully enjoying life after drinking? You're not alone in this struggle. In this episode, ...

EP 721: Reader’s Question - How do I handle overwhelming urges to drink?

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself constantly asking, "Why do I crave alcohol so much?" In this episode, Annie Grace addresses this question head-on. She shares per...

EP 720: Reader’s Question - Setting Boundaries With Friends Who Drink

03 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel trapped between wanting to hang out with your friends and not wanting to drink? You're not alone. In this episode, Annie Grace guides you th...

EP 719: Naked Life Story - Katie W.

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you trying to figure out how to stop drinking alcohol when stressed? You're not alone. In this episode, we're joined by Katie, a mom who knows fir...

EP 718: Reader’s Question - Does not drinking hurt job prospects?

27 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does not drinking hurt job prospects? You might be surprised to hear Annie Grace's answer! In this episode, you'll get a sneak peek at the kind of coa...

EP 717: Naked Life Story - Kay B.

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kay can say with complete confidence "Quitting alcohol saved my life!" Have you ever wondered what quitting alcohol could do for you? In this episode,...

EP 716: Reader’s Question - Why do I still judge people who drink?

20 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever looked at someone enjoying a drink and thought, “I can’t believe they’re doing that to themselves?” It’s easy to judge people ...

EP 715: Naked Life Story - Allison B.

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you reach for a drink when life gets tough? You're not alone. Many of us turn to alcohol as a quick fix for stress. But what if there's a better wa...

EP 714: Reader’s Question - Why do I feel so gross after quitting drinking?

13 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself asking this question - why do I feel so gross after quitting drinking? Congratulations on taking such a big step towards your he...

EP 713: Naked Life Story - Tabbin A.

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like you're on top of the world, then life hits you with a one-two punch? Our guest today, Tabbin, can completely relate. A high achiever in...

EP 712: Reader’s Question - Why Do I Still Feel Unhappy After Quitting Drinking?

06 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Has quitting drinking been a bit of a let down? You kicked the habit, but happiness feels like a distant dream. You might be wondering, "Why do I stil...

EP 711: Naked Life Story - Where Are They Now (Hayley) - Barbara

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do the benefits of quitting alcohol start to wear off as the years go by? Join us on this special "Where Are They Now" episode as Barbara catches up w...

EP 710: Reader’s Question - How do I teach my kids about the dangers of alcohol?

29 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do I teach my kids about the dangers of alcohol? This is a question Annie Grace gets constantly, and according to her, it might just be the most i...

EP 709: Naked Life Story - Maryanne P.

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you know about the effects of red wine on health? Have you ever wondered how much of that is true and how much is just what people say? Our gu...

EP 708: Reader’s Question - What are the signs of relapse?

22 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like you're winning the battle against alcohol, then one slip-up throws everything off track? We've all been there - you're feeling great, m...

EP 707: Naked Life Story - Roberta R.

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would understanding the psychology of drinking change anything for you?  Roberta lived a life surrounded by alcohol. From her upbringing to her job i...

EP 706: Reader’s Question - Healing Emotional Pain Without Alcohol

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does it feel like every hurt from the past still drives you to drink today? You try to relax, have fun, and fit in, but that glass of wine keeps calli...

EP 705: Naked Life Story - Colleen C.

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do commercial fishing and alcohol use have to do with each other? It turns out more than you ever expected! Today's guest, Colleen, spent years b...

EP 704: Reader’s Question - What are some tips to stop drinking at home alone?

08 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling like your home is turning into a happy hour for one? You and thousands of others my friend! Many people struggle with evening drinks at home. ...

EP 703: Naked Life Story - (Hayley)- Where are they now? - Halima

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you wish you could see how life has changed for our guests as time goes on? Wish you could call them up and get an update and see what wisdom and a...

EP 702: Reader’s Question - How to Feel Good Without Alcohol?

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you'll never feel as good as you did drinking? We get it! That happy feeling after a drink can be tempting. But what if there's ...

EP 701: Naked Life Story - Janine M.

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would breaking family alcohol patterns change the future of your family?  Our guest today, Janine, understands this struggle all too well.  Growing ...

EP 700: Reader’s Question - How Do I Beat Alcohol Cravings?

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like you're on autopilot when it comes to your evening drink?  Learning how to beat alcohol cravings can be tough, but there's good news! ...

EP 699: Naked Life Story - Mary F.

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like you’re too old and too set in your ways to change your relationship with alcohol? Maybe you've tried cutting back in the pas...

EP 698: Reader’s Question - What’s the link between alcohol and depression?

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is the link between alcohol and depression?  Have you ever tried to quit drinking and felt even worse?  It turns out there's a scientific reaso...

EP 697: Naked Life Story - Danielle F.

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wake up with a fuzzy memory and a pounding headache, wondering what happened the night before?  Our guest Danielle knows that feeling all too we...

EP 696: Reader’s Question - Is the drunk you the real you?

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is the drunk you, the real you? Ever question if those silly moments or regrettable actions after a few drinks reveal your true self? The saying "in v...

EP 695: Naked Life Story - (Hayley) - Where are they now? Molly

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever listened to a Naked Life Story and thought to yourself - I wonder what they are up to now? Wonder no more as we bring back your favorite...

EP 694: Reader’s Question - Can I Not Call Myself an Alcoholic?

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Has the thought - Can I just not call myself an alcoholic? - ever crossed your mind? Do you ever feel stuck with a label that just doesn't fit anymore...