In this episode we welcome fellow coach Tim Kelly. Tim shares his personal journey of overcoming alcohol addiction, the multiple attempts at various treatments, and eventually finding solace through Annie Grace’s 'This Naked Mind'. Tim discusses his moment of realization, the support from his fiancée, and the transformative 30-day alcohol-free experiment which marked a turning point in his life. Now, Tim aims to help others by working with employers to provide support programs for their employees. Learn about the key elements that made freedom from alcohol possible for Tim: the importance of self-awareness, being present, and the significance of reclaiming personal power. Tune in to hear how Tim is making an impact through coaching and inspiring others on their paths to an alcohol-free life.

On a technical note we unfortunately had problems with the recording software so the sound is pretty ropey this time but its definitely worth persevering!

Tim Kelly
https://onwardafcoaching.com/
https://www.instagram.com/timonwardafcoaching
https://www.linkedin.com/company/onwardafcoaching

Our 30-day group programme:
https://www.cleanlifecoaching.org/aff-group

The podcast home page
https://podcast.alcoholfreedomfinders.com/

Justine Clark
https://justineclarktherapy.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/wellwithjustine/

Barry Condon
https://www.cleanlifecoaching.org/
https://www.instagram.com/clean.life.coaching/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-condon-577b85294/

In this episode of Alcohol Freedom Finders, hosts Justine Clark and Barry Condon talk with Sarah Callejo, a fellow alcohol freedom coach from Spain, about her transformative journey to alcohol freedom. Sarah shares how she started drinking at 14, driven by a need to fit in and cope with feelings of being an outsider. She discusses the cultural pressures and how life as a writer amplified her alcohol consumption. Sarah's turning point came after an embarrassing incident involving her children, pushing her to seek help. Through resources like 'This Naked Mind,' she found the courage to become her authentic self, shedding alcohol and the false sense of connection it provided. Sarah provides insights and advice for those looking to break free from alcohol dependence in similar culturally ingrained environments. Now an alcohol freedom coach, Sarah helps others navigate their own journeys towards pride, inner peace, and authenticity.
00:00 Introduction to Sarah Callejo
00:22 Sarah's Early Struggles with Alcohol
01:37 The Turning Point
04:22 The Writer's Dilemma
06:09 Cultural Influences on Drinking
10:12 Realizations and Change
13:52 Life After Alcohol
23:12 Advice for Others
26:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Sarah Callejo
https://www.rememberthenow.es/
https://www.instagram.com/irememberthenow/

Our 30-day group programme:
https://www.cleanlifecoaching.org/aff-group

The podcast home page
https://podcast.alcoholfreedomfinders.com/

Justine Clark
https://justineclarktherapy.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/wellwithjustine/

Barry Condon
https://www.cleanlifecoaching.org/
https://www.instagram.com/clean.life.coaching/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-condon-577b85294/

This week, we explored Jason’s incredibly honest journey from being a committed social drinker to embracing full alcohol freedom. Here are the key takeaways from our conversation:

The Insidious Nature of Habit: For many, the struggle with alcohol isn't a dramatic "rock bottom" moment, but rather the quiet, insidious habit that creeps up by stealth. Jason shares how easily consumption rises from a glass with dinner to a few glasses, turning into a cycle of drinking and recovery.

The Delayed Epiphany: Jason reminds us that we shouldn't wait for a sudden, magical moment of clarity. For him, the true realisation of sobriety's benefits only occurred after he tried drinking again, allowing him to see the stark contrast between his drinking and non-drinking self.

Challenging the "Reward" Myth: The biggest barrier to quitting is the belief that alcohol is intrinsically linked to relaxation and fun. We discussed how reframing this is vital; you are not missing out on the reward, you are just replacing short-term dopamine spikes with sustainable oxytocin (long-term wellbeing and connection).

Shifting Focus to Living Well: Sobriety eventually stops being about "not drinking" and starts being about discovering how to live the best version of your life. As Jason notes, this includes having the energy to play with your children and tackling major life challenges, like moving across the world.

Jason’s Practical Advice:

Allow yourself a period of time off to gain understanding and question old habits.

Reintroduce social situations gradually (start with one or two close friends).

Don't be afraid to use modern non-alcoholic options; as Jason found, nobody is usually the wiser!

Reframe your social role: Volunteering to be the designated driver can provide a positive, satisfying form of feedback.

Jason’s three words to describe becoming an Alcohol Freedom Finder were: Freedom, Emotions, and Happiness.

Our 30-day group programme:
https://www.cleanlifecoaching.org/aff-group

The podcast home page
https://podcast.alcoholfreedomfinders.com/

Justine Clark
https://justineclarktherapy.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/wellwithjustine/

Barry Condon
https://www.cleanlifecoaching.org/
https://www.instagram.com/clean.life.coaching/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-condon-577b85294/