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How To Set Emotional Goals Instead of Sobriety Goals | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E805

May 27, 2025
Join Lily Weis, a certified coach helping clients find joy beyond alcohol, and Pam McRae, a master life coach with a focus on gray area drinking. They dive into how shifting the focus from sobriety goals to emotional ones can inspire real change. Sara learns joy is a skill to cultivate, while Barb discovers that relapses don't erase progress. The conversation uncovers the importance of inner peace, self-compassion, and reframing setbacks as growth opportunities. This insightful discussion empowers listeners to prioritize emotional fulfillment on their journeys.
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INSIGHT

Emotional vs Behavioral Goals

  • Setting emotional goals focuses motivation on feelings like peace instead of just abstinence counting days.
  • Behavioral goals create ongoing stress with no clear endpoint, while emotional goals offer continuous positive feedback.
ADVICE

Shift Focus To Peace

  • Replace "I won’t drink" with "I want peace" to shift focus from deprivation to desire.
  • Ask yourself what will bring peace instead of numbing with alcohol or distractions.
ADVICE

Value Rest and Peace

  • Allow yourself restful moments without guilt; rest is productive and essential.
  • Challenge cultural beliefs that label peace or rest as lazy or selfish.
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