Alcohol-Free Advantage Podcast with Andy Ramage

SummarySarah Williamson shares her journey to sobriety and how it led her to become a coach and author. She discusses the challenges she faced and the importance of taking an extended break from alcohol to truly understand one's relationship with it. Sarah also highlights the need for alcohol conversations in the corporate space and the potential benefits of addressing alcohol use in the workplace. The conversation explores the importance of integrating well-being into organizations and creating healthy work environments. It emphasizes the role of senior leaders in setting the tone and the influence of social pressure on employees' behaviors. The guest, Sarah Williamson, provides insights and suggestions for organizations to prioritize well-being and create a positive work culture.TakeawaysSobriety is a personal journey that often involves a buildup of awareness and exploration before making a long-term commitment.Writing a book can be a transformative experience and an opportunity to share one's story and resources with others.Alcohol conversations should be normalized in the corporate space, just like mental health and other well-being topics.Listening and providing support without judgment can be more effective than offering immediate solutions or recommendations. Organizations should prioritize well-being and integrate it into their culture.Senior leaders play a crucial role in setting the tone and promoting well-being.Social pressure can significantly impact employees' behaviors and mental health.Creating healthy and productive work environments involves providing alternatives to alcohol-centered social events.Social Linkswww.drinklesslivebetter.comhttps://www.instagram.com/drinklesslivebetter/https://www.facebook.com/sarahwilliamson.drinklesslivebetterhttps://www.facebook.com/drinklesslivebetterhttps://drinklesslivebetter.captivate.fm/listenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahwilliamsondrinklesslivebetter/Drink Less; Live Better

Nzinga Harrison MD discusses alcohol use disorders, prevention strategies, and the rise of the alcohol-free movement. They emphasize the stages of change model, underlying issues driving alcohol use, lack of awareness in the medical profession, and the cultural revolution among millennials rethinking alcohol consumption. The importance of teaching children emotional coping skills, changing the narrative around alcohol, and raising awareness among older generations is highlighted.

SummaryIn this conversation, Andy Ramage interviews Jill Grams, a Behavioural Coach and the founder of The Happy Balance Coach. Jill shares her personal journey of overcoming insecurities and using her experiences to help others. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the underlying emotional needs that drive habits such as emotional eating and drinking. Jill's coaching approach focuses on finding balance in various areas of life, including movement, nutrition, connection, play, and belonging. She is passionate about empowering women to stop hiding and start living their best lives. Jill offers group programs, retreats, and workshops to support her clients on their wellness journeys.TakeawaysAddressing the underlying emotional needs is crucial for overcoming habits such as emotional eating and drinking.Finding balance in various areas of life, including movement, nutrition, connection, play, and belonging, is essential for overall well-being.Sharing vulnerabilities and embracing imperfections can be a powerful tool for personal growth and helping others.Coaching is about exploring the deeper reasons behind habits and beliefs, rather than focusing solely on knowledge and strategies.Social Links:https://www.facebook.com/jill.grams.5https://www.facebook.com/Thehappybalancecoachhttps://www.instagram.com/jillgrams_thehappybalancecoach/https://thehappybalancecoach.com/https://linktr.ee/jillgrams

SummaryAndy shares his journey of taking a break from alcohol and the transformation it brought to his life. He discusses the importance of self-development and how it helped him discover new possibilities. Andy also talks about creating the Alcohol-Free Runners community and inspiring others on their alcohol-free journey. He opens up about facing life's obstacles, including a prostate cancer diagnosis, and how he used running as a way to cope and find strength. Finally, Andy shares his experience participating in a desert ultra marathon and the mental resilience required to overcome challenges and achieve goals. In this conversation, Andy shares his experience of pushing through physical and mental challenges during an ultramarathon. He reflects on the importance of self-belief and the impact of negative self-talk. Andy also discusses his journey towards self-acceptance and the realization that he is enough. He shares his future plans for running races and raising awareness for prostate cancer. To connect with Andy and join the alcohol-free runners community, visit his website or social media profiles.TakeawaysBelieving in oneself and pushing through challenges is crucial for achieving goals.Negative self-talk can hinder progress and self-acceptance.Recognizing and challenging childhood beliefs is an ongoing process of personal development.Finding a balance between self-improvement and self-acceptance is key to living an inspired life.

SummaryIn this episode, Andy reflects on the importance of failure and the trap of perfectionism. He discusses the inevitability of slip-ups and the need to coach others through them. Andy then introduces the stages of change model and explains how it applies to making lasting change. He emphasizes that failure is a natural part of the change process and encourages listeners to embrace the messiness of change. Finally, Andy shares the concept of the corkscrew of change, where even setbacks lead to progress.TakeawaysFailure is a normal part of the change process.The stages of change model can help understand and navigate the process of change.Embracing the messiness of change can lead to quicker bounce-backs.The corkscrew of change illustrates that setbacks can still lead to progress.

SummaryIn this conversation, Andy Ramage and Bill discuss their shared passion for an alcohol-free lifestyle. Bill shares his experience of being alcohol-free for over 10 years and the advice he would give his younger self. They explore the journey of high performers and the impact of alcohol on various aspects of life. They also discuss the benefits of an alcohol-free life and the unexpected positive changes it brings. Overall, the conversation highlights the transformative power of choosing to live without alcohol.TakeawaysChoosing an alcohol-free lifestyle can have numerous positive effects on health, sleep, and overall well-being.High performers often overlook the impact of alcohol on their performance and personal life.Taking a break from alcohol can lead to a euphoric rush of health and improved physical and mental state.Living an alcohol-free life can result in a more fulfilling and authentic sense of self.Bill Shufelt's Social Links:athleticbrewing.comhttps://www.instagram.com/athleticbrewing/https://www.facebook.com/AthleticBrewing/https://www.youtube.com/@AthleticBrewinghttps://twitter.com/AthleticBrewinghttps://www.tiktok.com/@athleticbrewing

SummaryIn this conversation, Andy Ramage and William Porter discuss their personal journeys to sobriety and the impact of alcohol on mental health and sleep. They highlight the misconception that alcohol is a relaxant when, in fact, it disrupts sleep and causes anxiety. They emphasize the lack of awareness and cultural blind spot surrounding the negative effects of alcohol. The conversation also touches on the classification of alcohol as a human carcinogen. Overall, the discussion aims to raise awareness and promote a shift in societal perspectives on alcohol. The conversation explores the marketing tactics and misinformation surrounding alcohol, highlighting the confusion created by the alcohol industry. It emphasizes that alcohol, with its carcinogenic properties, can never be good for health. The conversation also discusses the positive changes in the alcohol-free space and the shift in mindset towards questioning the benefits of alcohol consumption.TakeawaysAlcohol disrupts sleep and causes anxiety, despite the misconception that it is a relaxant.There is a lack of awareness and cultural blind spot surrounding the negative effects of alcohol.Alcohol is classified as a human carcinogen, alongside substances like asbestos and cigarette smoking.Societal perspectives on alcohol need to shift to promote awareness and informed decision-making. Alcohol is a carcinogen and can never be good for health.The alcohol industry uses marketing tactics and confusion to maintain consumption.Misinformation and lack of awareness contribute to the continued belief in the benefits of alcohol.The alcohol-free movement is growing, with a focus on questioning the role of alcohol in our lives.William Porter's Social Links:https://alcoholexplained.com/https://www.instagram.com/alcoholexplained/

The meaning of life in 7 minutes

SummaryIn this episode, Andy Ramage interviews Paul McCormack, the founder of Intention Performance. Paul shares his journey of giving up alcohol and how it led him to become a coach. He discusses the benefits of taking a break from alcohol and how it can improve performance. Paul also talks about his ebook and the three parts it is divided into. He emphasizes the importance of coaching in personal and professional development and shares his passion for helping others. The episode concludes with advice for aspiring coaches and Paul's contact information.TakeawaysTaking a break from alcohol can be a cheat code for optimal performance.Coaching can help individuals maximize their potential and achieve their goals.Overcoming self-limiting beliefs and adopting a growth mindset is crucial for personal and professional development.Job satisfaction as a coach comes from making a positive impact in clients' lives.Finding meaning and purpose in life can be achieved by merging passion and skill setSocial Links:LinkedInin10tion performance

https://www.instagram.com/marathon2sobriety/Luc Zoratto - Marathon 2 sobriety Luc will make you laugh and make you cry.His IG account is one of my all-time favourites.Rich Roll one of my heroes, consistently shares some of Luc’s hilarious skits on the joys of being alcohol-free And one of the reasons I just had to hear his story.Luc will not disappoint.For years Luc hid his sobriety. He was embarrassed to tell people that he had proactively decided to quit alcohol. Until something happened that gave him the courage to show up, and share.Tune into this week's episode of the ‘Andy Ramage Podcast’ and find out what happened.I hope you enjoy!Your coachAndyPS - If you have not done so already please subscribe or follow so you don’t miss out on all the bonus episodes.And if you enjoy please share with your friends.