

Feel Good Alcohol-Free with Lindsay Hennekey
Lindsay Hennekey
Hi, I'm Lindsay Hennekey, Sober Coach and Founder of Feel Good AF. This is a podcast for women who are sober or sober curious, looking for support in navigating a life without alcohol. I'm so glad you are here. You may be thinking: What does an alcohol-free life look like for me? How do I live a life without drinking that doesn’t feel like I am missing something? How do I move beyond alcohol and into the elevated version of myself that I know is inside of me. You are a hardworking, high-achieving, successful woman in so many areas of your life, who deserves to find a solution to the one big issue that has been holding you back. The solution exists and that's what this podcast is all about. Each episode we'll cover one area of the Feel Good AF methodology - why moderation doesn't work, what to do when you have a slip, how to celebrate milestones, where you will find your alcohol-free community - and everything in between. You'll be hearing a lot from me, but I'll also be bringing in a wide range of incredible women to share their stories, expertise, tips & advice, and so much more. Follow Feel Good Alcohol-Free wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe to my YouTube channel for video episodes. Thanks for listening!Lindsay is your sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.
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Sep 17, 2025 • 23min
Episode 26: Stop Counting Days, Start Living Bigger
In this powerful episode, Lindsay challenges the conventional wisdom of counting days in your alcohol-free journey. If you're a high-achieving woman feeling quietly drained by a focus on "not drinking," this episode is for you. Learn what truly measures transformation and how to train your brain to believe in the new identity you're building by stacking "micro-wins" that go far beyond just avoiding a drink.As mentioned in this episode, secure your Get Unstuck Session with Lindsay: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/store/p/get-un-stuckThanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Sep 10, 2025 • 30min
Episode 25: It's Q+A Day!
Welcome to a special Q&A where Lindsay dives deep into the questions you've been asking about quitting drinking. This episode is packed with invaluable insights, personal anecdotes, and compassionate guidance. Whether you're just starting to consider your relationship with alcohol or you're deep into your sobriety journey, Lindsay provides the encouragement and actionable advice you need.Have a question for Lindsay? You are welcome to send any questions you have about quitting drinking and living alcohol-free directly to: info@lindsayhennekey.com - and maybe your question will be answered in a future episode! Resources: Download One Bold AF Move Learn more about Feel Good AF - Lindsay's Coaching ProgramGroupPrivateThanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Sep 3, 2025 • 28min
Episode 24: Shifting Your Focus
In this powerful episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay dives deep into a transformative approach to changing your relationship with alcohol. Forget the old rules of willpower and deprivation—this is about building a life you love so much, alcohol simply loses its relevance. Lindsay shares why focusing on "quitting" keeps alcohol in the driver's seat and introduces a revolutionary framework for "becoming her"—the future version of yourself who lives alcohol-free.Ready to stop white-knuckling and start living a life so aligned you don’t need alcohol? Connect with Lindsay and explore how to step into your "Feel Good Alcohol-Free" life:Email Lindsay at: info@lindsayhennekey.comExplore Feel Good AF: Group CoachingPrivate CoachingThanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Aug 27, 2025 • 23min
Episode 23: The Real Reason Your Brain Justifies Drinking
In this episode, Lindsay explores the challenges women face in navigating sobriety and the mental processes that lead to justifying drinking. You’ll learn why your brain justifies drinking and actually works against you to rationalize the 6 pm drinks. She introduces the concept of 'super thinking,' where high-achieving individuals rationalize their drinking habits despite knowing the negative impacts. You'll learn three ways to start rewiring your brain into new, healthy habits. Resources + Links: You’re not behind. You’re not stuck. You’re just ready for a new kind of support—and that begins now: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/feel-good-afThanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Aug 20, 2025 • 29min
Episode 22: For The Woman Who Has Read The Books And Still Feels Stuck
You’ve read the books. You’ve tried the breaks. You’ve highlighted all the quotes and listened to every podcast with so much hope… But you’re still waking up at 3am wondering why nothing is changing. This episode is the one that bridges the gap between knowing better and actually doing better.Lindsay shares the three key behavioral shifts that changed everything in her own journey to five years alcohol-free—and how most high-achieving women stay stuck in what she calls passive pursuit. She also opens up about the exact moment it all clicked: a hot August night, a pending surgery, and the decision that finally cracked her open.If you’re feeling the pull for something different—something deeper—this episode is your sign. Not to try harder. But to stop doing this alone. You don’t need more information. You need support that works in real life.Ready to stop circling the same problem?DM “Ready” to @lindsay_hennekey on Instagram or Join us inside Feel Good AF: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/feel-good-afThanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Aug 13, 2025 • 23min
Episode 21: When High-Functioning Means High Tolerance for Feeling Like Crap
You get it all done, the meetings, the workouts, the school pickups, the birthday texts. Your calendar’s full, your smile is on, your glass is poured… And yet, there’s this nagging sense that something’s off.In this episode, Lindsay is pulling back the curtain on the "high-functioning" façade, how we’ve been taught to manage our lives from depletion while calling it discipline, and why so many brilliant, successful women are quietly numbing instead of actually living.We’ll talk about:Why being high-functioning often masks deep disconnectionThe invisible cost of coping with alcohol “because it’s not that bad”What you might not be seeing in your day-to-day, but definitely feelingWhy it’s not about perfection—and what true self-respect actually looks likeThe tiny, powerful shifts that signal: you’re not in the cycle anymore—you’re leading yourself differentlyLINKS + RESOURCES:Learn more about Feel Good AF Coaching: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/feel-good-af Thanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Jul 23, 2025 • 50min
Episode 20: Sharing Our Stories with Rebecca Weller
On this week's episode of Feel Good Alcohol-Free (and the Season 1 FINALE!), Lindsay interviews Rebecca Weller, International Bestselling Author, Health & Life Coach, and Speaker. Named ‘one of Perth’s leading Healthpreneurs’ by The Sunday Times Magazine, Rebecca has helped women from around the world to get their sparkle back and create an alcohol-free life they love.You can get Rebecca's books HERE. They had such an impact on Lindsay's journey, and we hope they will yours as well. While Rebecca is currently not super active on social media, you can still support her work and follow along @bexweller on instagram. Season 2 of the podcast will be back August 13th! See you then!Thanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

Jul 16, 2025 • 26min
Episode 19: Burnout, Stress, And The Glass Of Wine Keeping You Stuck
In this episode of How to Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay discusses the intricate relationship between burnout and alcohol consumption among high-achieving women. She shares her personal journey and highlights how alcohol can become a coping mechanism for stress and emotional exhaustion. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing the cycle of reliance on alcohol and offers practical steps to rebuild resilience, set boundaries, and embrace healthier coping strategies. Lindsay encourages listeners to envision a life beyond alcohol, filled with genuine rest and self-care, and provides actionable exercises to initiate this transformative journey.Resources + Links:Read the companion blog to this episode 'Four Easy Exercises To Help You Quit Drinking' which includes this week's assignments 👉 https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/feelgoodafblog/4-steps-to-take-to-quit-drinkingBook your free 30-minute sober strategy session with Lindsay 👉 Thanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.

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Jul 9, 2025 • 25min
Episode 18: The Lies That Make Quitting Drinking Harder Than It Needs To Be
The discussion dives into the misleading beliefs that women face while trying to quit drinking. Emphasis is placed on the power of self-awareness, rejecting harmful comparisons, and celebrating every small win. Building self-trust is highlighted as a key component for lasting change, with practical tools offered for aligning choices with personal values. Community support is also discussed as essential for fostering a successful journey toward sobriety.

Jul 2, 2025 • 25min
Episode 17: Why Can't I Get It? How Long Will It Take?
In this episode of How to Feel Good Alcohol-Free, Lindsay uncovers the exhausting loop so many high-achieving women get stuck in when they’re trying to quit drinking. You’ve made progress, maybe even had stretches of being alcohol-free… and then something happens. You drink. You feel disappointed. You start to wonder if you’re just never going to get it.What You'll Learn:Get ready to redefine what it means to 'get it' in sobriety, focusing on freedom rather than perfection. We'll be walking through the timeline of change, breaking it down into phases, and you'll leave this episode with practical tools for navigating cravings and slips. Resources + Links:As discussed in the episode, you can book your complimentary sober strategy session with Lindsay where you will learn about what working together looks like for you, specifically: https://www.lindsayhennekey.com/apply-for-coachingThanks for listening! If you want to stay connected with Lindsay: Follow her on Instagram: @lindsay_hennekey Subscribe to her newsletter at www.lindsayhennekey.com/subscribe Learn more about her coaching programs at www.lindsayhennekey.com Please rate and review this podcast! Your feedback helps us reach more women who are ready to transform their relationship with alcohol. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! And remember, Lindsay is a sober coach, not a health professional. If you are chemically dependent on alcohol, consult your doctor on the steps you need to take to safely detox.