

Journey to the Sunnyside
Sunnyside
Journey to the Sunnyside" is a top 2% podcast, reaching over 400,000 listeners every week. It’s your guide to exploring mindful living with alcohol—whether you're cutting back, moderating, or thinking about quitting.
While Sunnyside helps you reduce your drinking, this podcast goes further, diving into topics like mindful drinking, sober curiosity, moderation, and full sobriety. Through real stories, expert insights, and science-backed strategies, we help you find what actually works for your journey.
Hosted by Mike Hardenbrook, a #1 best-selling author and neuroscience enthusiast, the show is dedicated to helping people transform their relationship with alcohol—without shame, judgment, or rigid rules.
This podcast is brought to you by Sunnyside, the leading platform for mindful drinking. Want to take the next step in your journey? Head over to sunnyside.co for a free 15-day trial.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in our episodes do not necessarily represent those of Sunnyside. We’re committed to sharing diverse perspectives on health and wellness. If you’re concerned about your drinking, please consult a medical professional. Sunnyside, this podcast, and its guests are not necessarily medical providers and the content is not medical advice. We do not endorse drinking in any amount.
While Sunnyside helps you reduce your drinking, this podcast goes further, diving into topics like mindful drinking, sober curiosity, moderation, and full sobriety. Through real stories, expert insights, and science-backed strategies, we help you find what actually works for your journey.
Hosted by Mike Hardenbrook, a #1 best-selling author and neuroscience enthusiast, the show is dedicated to helping people transform their relationship with alcohol—without shame, judgment, or rigid rules.
This podcast is brought to you by Sunnyside, the leading platform for mindful drinking. Want to take the next step in your journey? Head over to sunnyside.co for a free 15-day trial.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in our episodes do not necessarily represent those of Sunnyside. We’re committed to sharing diverse perspectives on health and wellness. If you’re concerned about your drinking, please consult a medical professional. Sunnyside, this podcast, and its guests are not necessarily medical providers and the content is not medical advice. We do not endorse drinking in any amount.
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Nov 7, 2024 • 34min
Breaking Free from Self-Sabotage w/ Stefanos Sifandos
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re diving into breaking free from self-sabotaging patterns with Stefanos Sifandos. Stefanos is the real deal—he’s worked with top-level athletes, CEOs, and high performers around the world, helping them transform their lives through conscious empowerment. He’s guided thousands in areas like emotional healing and self-mastery, and today he’s here to help us recognize those self-sabotaging patterns that hold us back—and, more importantly, to show us how to rewrite them.Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Nov 6, 2024 • 24min
Healing the Inner Child for a Healthier You w/ Stefanos Sifandos
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re diving into a topic that goes deep—healing the inner child for a healthier, more connected you. Our guest Stefanos Sifandos, is a transformational coach, speaker, and advocate for conscious relationships and personal healing. Stefanos has worked with everyone from elite soldiers to world champion athletes, guiding them toward growth and transformation. But he’s not just talking the talk; he’s walked the path himself, facing and transforming his own struggles along the way. Today, we’ll break down what ‘inner child work’ really means, why it’s such a game-changer, and how healing those past wounds can lead to real, positive changes in your life. So, let’s dive in with Stefanos.Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Nov 4, 2024 • 13min
10-Minute Mondays: The Power of Breathwork for Mindful Drinking
In this quick 10-Minute Monday, we’re breaking down how breathwork can be a secret weapon for staying on track with mindful drinking. I’ll walk you through three dead-simple breathing techniques you can do anywhere, whether you’re at work, home, or feeling those social pressures, to keep cravings and stress in check. We’re also going to hit on why breathwork isn’t just a quick fix; the long-term health benefits are legit. Think better focus, improved sleep, and a stronger immune system. Tune in and let’s dive into how you can make breathwork an easy, go-to tool for staying calm, focused, and in control.Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Oct 31, 2024 • 35min
How a Top Hollywood Agent Found Purpose Beyond Fame pt. 2 w/ Darren Prince
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside. If you've been following along, you'll know that we're deep in this incredible journey of Darren Prince. In part one, we heard about his rise in the world of celebrity agents, representing legends like Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Hulk Hogan in the late Muhammad Ali, as well as working with icons like Smokin' Joe Frazier Chevy chase, and David Goggins. We also touched on some of his personal battles he faced along the way. Now in part two, we're diving in deeper covering how Darren overcame addiction, turned his life around, and found a sense of purpose that goes far beyond fame. Let's pick up where we left off with Darren prince. Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Oct 29, 2024 • 29min
How a Top Hollywood Agent Found Purpose Beyond Fame pt. 1 w/ Darren Prince
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re shaking things up. Usually, we dive into strategies and tips to help you live a more balanced life, but sometimes a story comes along that offers lessons far beyond the tactical.Today, we’ve got one of those stories.I’m excited to welcome Darren Prince, a Sports and Celebrity agent who Represents legends like Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Hulk Hogan, Chevy Chase, David Goggins and many others. Also worked with the late Muhammad Ali, Smokin Joe Frazier, Evel Knievel and Jerry West. Darren’s also the bestselling author of Aiming High, where he shares his journey through addiction and recovery—how he hit rock bottom despite reaching incredible career heights and how he turned it all around.We’re diving deep today, and I know you’ll find this conversation both powerful and inspiring. Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Oct 28, 2024 • 14min
10-Minute Mondays: Overcoming the 'Excuse to Drink' Mentality
Ever caught yourself saying, ‘I deserve this drink,’ or ‘Just one won’t hurt’? Those small excuses can add up over time, chipping away at the goals we set for ourselves. In today’s episode, we’ll dive into a fresh way to handle those moments—whether it’s after a long day, at a holiday party, or on vacation. Instead of feeling guilty or forcing ourselves to stick to strict rules, we’ll talk about how a little curiosity and intention can make all the difference. Tune in to learn simple shifts that’ll keep you in control and help you build a habit of mindful choices that lasts.Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Oct 24, 2024 • 41min
The Eight Awarenesses That Will Transform How You Drink w/ Cecily Mak
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today we’re continuing our conversation with Cecily Mak, the creator of the ClearLife Movement. In our last episode, Cecily shared her personal journey and gave us a look at how she views habits versus addiction. Today, we’re diving deeper into her Eight Awarenesses framework, which helps people transform their habits—whether it’s alcohol or any other behavior. Cecily is a co-founding general partner at Wisdom Ventures a fund committed to consciously harnessing the power of business to co-create a more compassionate and thriving world. The firm holds a very small position in Sunnyside, as an early investor.Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Oct 23, 2024 • 35min
How the ClearLife Movement Can Change Your Drinking Habits w/ Cecily Mak
Welcome to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today we’ve got an exciting episode for you. I’m joined by Cecily Mak—a writer, podcast host, co-founder of Wisdom Ventures, and a mom of two. Cecily’s journey into mindful living and personal transformation led her to create the ClearLife Movement. ClearLife is all about living without “dimmers”—those habits or behaviors that dull our experience and keep us from being fully present.We’re going to dive into Cecily’s personal story, her take on alcohol as a habit versus addiction, and how she’s challenging traditional models of sobriety. Cecily is a co-founding general partner at Wisdom Ventures a fund committed to consciously harnessing the power of business to co-create a more compassionate and thriving world. The firm holds a very small position in Sunnyside, as an early investor.Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Oct 21, 2024 • 13min
10-Minute Mondays: 7 Ways to Turn Boredom into Growth while Moderating Alcohol
In this episode, we’re flipping the script on boredom. Instead of seeing it as a negative, we’ll talk about how it can actually be one of your best tools for growth, especially when you’re cutting back on drinking. I’m sharing 7 simple, actionable ways to turn those boring moments into opportunities to realign with your goals, try new things, and keep building momentum. Whether you’re tackling new challenges or just making better use of your time, these tips will help you turn boredom into progress.Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Oct 17, 2024 • 34min
Is Cutting Out Alcohol Completely Necessary for a Healthy Lifestyle? w/ Mark Sisson
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re diving into a really interesting topic—alcohol. Specifically, Is cutting out alcohol completely necessary for a healthy lifestyle? And who better to explore this with than Mark Sisson. Mark is the founder of Primal Kitchen, a best-selling author, and the creator of Mark’s Daily Apple. He’s been a pioneer in the health and fitness world for decades, inspiring millions to live healthier, more balanced lives.Mark is known for maintaining peak health and fitness while still enjoying a glass of wine, so today we’re going to explore how he strikes that balance. Can you live a healthy, vibrant life while still enjoying alcohol? Let’s find outIn addition to a lengthy discussion regarding Mark’s own approach to responsible drinking, we talked about other health topics, including his latest passion, foot comfort and foot health. Mark has a new minimalist shoe company called PELUVA and it is already gaining massive traction (pun intended) among active people, hikers, gym-goers and people just wanting a truly good-looking, comfortable shoe.. He has graciously agreed to offer a 15% discount to our listeners. Just use code Sunnyside15 https://peluva.com/discount/SunnySide15Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.--Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.comjoinsunnyside/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/- Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnysideABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.