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. This brings feelings of loneliness and not belonging. Meanwhile, Deanna has had a 40-year relationship with alcohol. She used it to deal with stress, anxiety, and trauma but realized it wasn’t helping her feel better anymore. Now, after nine months of not drinking, she sometimes hears inner voices pulling her back to old habits. In this episode, Coach Hayley guides Souren as he reframes his thoughts, recognizes his strengths, and focuses on his journey. At the same time, Coach Ruby works with Deanna to explore her inner thoughts with curiosity, understand their meaning, and use them to grow.

In Souren’s session:

- Facing his fear of falling behind and feeling left out

- Unpacking feelings of not belonging

- Overcoming the urge to give up

- Reframing "I’m not going to make it" into positive beliefs

- Questioning the beliefs that hold him back

- Shifting from self-doubt to self-reliance

- Letting go of comparison and embracing your own pace

- Using the ACT technique to create lasting change

In Deanna’s session:

- Her thoughts on rehab and This Naked Mind’s approach

- Using alcohol to handle anxiety, stress, and trauma

- Recognizing how alcohol hid both joy and pain

- Becoming more present in daily life

- Learning to manage her emotions mindfully

- Understanding the inner voices pulling her to drink

- Responding with curiosity instead of reacting

- Rebuilding a stronger relationship with her daughter

- Taking control of habits through yoga and meditation

- Viewing setbacks as a chance to grow

Hayley Scherders is a certified TNM Coach with training from the Canadian Addiction and Mental Health Association. Drawing from personal experiences, Hayley understands how tough change can be and provides a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where her clients can feel supported. She believes that with the right mindset, anyone can change their life at any time.

Learn more about Coach Hayley: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/hayley-scherders/

Ruby Williams is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach dedicated to helping people rethink their relationship with alcohol. With 19 years of experience in the wine industry, Ruby understands how alcohol can become a regular part of life, especially in social or stressful situations. After finding freedom in 2019, she was empowered to improve her health, lose weight, and achieve lifelong goals. Ruby uses thoughtful questioning to help clients shift their mindset and build a more balanced, fulfilling, and healthier relationship with alcohol.

Learn more about Coach Ruby: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/ruby-williams/

Related Episodes:

EP 646: Reader’s Question – Why Is It So Hard to Become Alcohol-Free? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-646-readers-question-why-is-it-so-hard-to-become-alcohol-free/

EP 670: Reader’s Question – How Do You Stay Motivated to Be Alcohol-Free? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-670-readers-question-how-do-you-stay-motivated-to-be-alcohol-free/

EP 741: Overcoming the Fear of Drinking Again: Erin’s Naked Life https://thisnakedmind.com/overcoming-the-fear-of-drinking-again-erins-naked-life-e741/

Ready to take the next step on your journey?

Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

#AskAnAcademicAuntie: Playing the Game