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Helping high performers feel & perform better by reducing or quitting alcohol. Maybe you're considering quitting alcohol and going completely sober. Or maybe you wish to change your relationship with alcohol and stop drinking. Maybe you wish to do moderation. Whichever way you choose, this podcast will give you the process to succeed. Alcohol-Free Lifestyle is for high performers, including entrepreneurs, executives, investors, athletes, and top professionals.
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In this podcast, we discuss mystical works of literature, primarily Taoist text, and how they relate to alcohol recovery. Taoist Philosophy can be an excellent tool for embracing the idea of a “Higher Power.” Nature offers all of the examples necessary for a concept of a source of all life, much different but yet very similar in many ways to more traditional religious thinking. Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching; https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/se ...
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Second Chances

Comedians Greg Baldwin & Jimmy Shin

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It's about life: addiction, recovery, and second chances. Each week comedians Greg Baldwin and Jimmy Shin talk to celebrities and normal folk about their second chance in life. Heroic, inspiring, often comedic true-life stories from the people who are living them.
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I help people understand themselves better, make sense of their feelings, and learn from resentments and disappointments by using a heart-centered and holistic approach. We all want to live an authentic and fulfilling life...sometimes we just need a little help. Two of our most basic needs are to be connected and to feel loved. Without these, we feel a lack of purpose and isolated. When we feel alone, disconnected and insecure, we’re filled with negative thoughts and feelings of guilt and sh ...
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In our alcohol-saturated society, it can be challenging to know if our drinking is really “that bad”. Do we really need to change anything, especially if our external lives seem great? How about if people around us drink even more than we do? This cognitive dissonance can delay or completely prevent us from taking action. There is no shame in recog…
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In this podcast, we discuss how Taoist principles relate to our personal addiction recovery journey. Thirty spokes of a wheel all join at a common hub yet only the hole at the center allows the wheel to spin. — Jonathan Star, Tao Te Ching, The Definitive Edition, Verse 11 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link t…
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Josh Pappas joined stop drining program, Project 90, on July 4th, 2022. Now celebrating one year alcohol-free, what did the 31-year-old learn? Listen in for tips and inspiration as Josh shares his powerful story. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alco…
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Te (virtue), as in the Tao Te Ching, is described in detail in this verse. We hope you enjoy our discussion. We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting; https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:10 Join our private Facebook g…
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Angie started her recovery journey in support of a child with addiction issues. Even though Angie was not an addict, she had no idea how much she would benefit from recovery as well. Siblinghood of Recovery https://www.siblinghoodofrecovery.com Adult Children of Alcoholics https://adultchildren.org/ Kraft Recovery System https://www.tappi.org/conte…
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Fill your bowl to the brim and it will spill. Keep sharpening your knife and it will blunt. Chase after money and security and your heart will never unclench. Care about people’s approval and you will be their prisoner. Do your work, then step back. The only path to serenity. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 9 Great discussion of verse 9 of …
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Is Sunday your superpower day? The day when you relax and prepare for the week ahead? If you’re stuck in the cycle of drinking, the answer is probably a resounding, “NO!”. Alcohol releases surges of feel-good chemicals for a short time, but the chemicals to counteract the drug can leave us feeling anxious, exhausted and full of regret. The good new…
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As our motivation changes from fear to compassion, our actions start changing from the inside out. In verse 8 of the Tao Te Ching, we find the actions we should begin to see during this process. Great discussion of verse 8 of the Tao Te Ching and how it relates to our recovery! We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a …
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What is the happiness formula? James Swanwick explains what his happiness expert friend revealed to him. What does this have to do with your drinking habits and alcohol? Everything. Listen in to find out how. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-…
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As an engineer who had lived his life based on logic, self-discipline and a strong spirituality, Neal Rich was stumped. No matter the amount of prayer, willpower and thinking he put into his quest to stop drinking, it just wasn’t working. After discovering stop drinking program, Project 90, he was able to use his natural ability to make sense of th…
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Verse 7 shows us that we are more of a witness in our life than a defendant. Can I be a witness regardless of the situation, or do I act like the defendant and then volunteer to go to jail instead? We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting; https…
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Coach Sarah Connelly talks you through how she dealt with the inner critic to work through cravings. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: http…
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The spirit of emptiness is immortal. It is called the Great Mother because it gives birth to Heaven and Earth. It is like a vapor, barely seen but always present. Use it effortlessly.— J. H. McDonald, Tao Te Ching, Verse 6 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we us…
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James walks through the streets of London revealing how morning sunlight destroys alcohol cravings whilst ensuring better sleep. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better rel…
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How do you know if you're drinking too much? Here are 57 signs you probably are. These are things 100s of our clients have told us they experience just before they stop drinking. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if…
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NYC fine jewelry designer, Bliss Lau, wasn’t consumed by the desire to drink. However, as an artist, she seeks enlightenment, clarity and inspiration. Going along with the Big Apple’s norms of regular consumption were not aligned with the direction in which she wanted to take her personal and professional life. Like many of our members, she had lot…
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Can we hold ALL things with an open hand? Can we wear the world as a loose garment? I hope you enjoy our discussion of the 5th verse of the Tao Te Ching and how it relates to our recovery. We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting; https://ttc.ta…
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You're not alone. This episode explains how self critisicm and social condemnation can reinfroce the cycle of addiction. What is the solution? It's the strange and foreign concept of being kind to ourselves. Learn how in this episode. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbal…
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We all have the same six needs and many of us use alcohol to meet them, it is an effective but low quality and temporary way of getting what we need. This episode reveals the six fundamental needs, why we use alcohol and how to meet these needs in higher quality ways. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Acco…
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The program meets our needs as the needs arise. This is the message of the Tao – if we are open to what is we may be able to become what might be. Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting; https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:1 Join our private Facebook group and continue the co…
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Fear of experiencing withdrawal can stop us from taking action. Learn what to expect, common symptoms, and ways to get yourself through to the other side. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could suppo…
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In this podcast, we discuss how Taoist principles relate to our personal addiction recovery journey. When we came into recovery, how did we grapple with the idea of God? How did our views change? Are they still changing? We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use …
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Big words and complex explanations can leave us baffled about the science of alcohol. In this episode AFL Coach Sarah covers the most important things you need to know in an understandable and short explanation. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcoh…
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In this episode AFL Coach Sarah answers the 7 most commonly asked questions from clients who are looking to quit alcohol. Lean why you drink, why moderation is so hard, why you keep going back to it and more. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-…
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In this podcast, we discuss how Taoist principles relate to our personal addiction recovery journey. The Master leads by emptying people’s minds and filling their cores, by weakening their ambition and toughening their resolve. He helps people lose everything they know, everything they desire, and creates confusion in those who think that they know…
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Lou has been attending our Tao recovery meeting for years. Lou is the first Al-anon member that we have had the pleasure of interviewing. One takeaway for me was an Al-Anon saying, referencing the person we are there to try to help. 1. I did not cause my loved one’s alcoholism 2. I cannot cure my loved one’s alcoholism 3. I cannot control my loved …
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Victoria English, Project 90's top coach, speaks her mind on values. What are values? Why do we need values? What do you value? Listen in as Victoria gives her take. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we …
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Friends and colleagues encouraging you to drink alcohol? But you want to stop drinking? We get it - it's challenging. But...James provides you with some simple "done for you" scripts in today's episode to diffuse any awkward social situation. If you want to quit drinking alcohol, stop drinking at parties and still have fun, listen in to today's epi…
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The only constant in change. It's not a matter of if change will happen but rather that change is always happening. Everything is always in motion, and nothing stays the same. This discussion touches on the importance of managing expectations, acceptance, and other factors that play a role in the recovery process. We are looking forward to seeing y…
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Immigrant and refugee advocate, philathropist and outdoor adventurer, Anna Lijphart, is 57 and celebrating two years alcohol free. Listen how she navigated a divorce, lost 30lbs, transformed her sleep and created a new lease on life. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verball…
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Father of 2 Ned Miro shares how quitting alcohol has helped him rediscover who he is and given him the confidence to chase after some big goals and dreams that he's had on hold for years. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach …
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A person with strong boundaries understands that it’s unreasonable to expect two people to accommodate each other 100% and fulfill every need the other has. A person with strong boundaries understands that they may hurt someone’s feelings sometimes, but ultimately they can’t determine how other people feel. A person with strong boundaries understan…
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Mum of two and former HR Executive Rebekah shares how quitting alcohol helped her through redundancy and towards a new career. Stuck in the familair cycle of on/off drinking Rebekah committed to 90 days and says her life is now unrecognizable. Filled with purpose, energy and passion she has found the freedom and claity to focus on what she really w…
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Business Coach Linda grew up in Michegan, where she fell into drinking at an early age. When she saw a sign at her GP she realised she was drinking at least twice the daily 'recommended' amount. Despite doing all the right things for her health, eating well, exercising and taking care of herself she was drinking daily. She realised that 2 glasses o…
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If you’re looking to reboot your health this year, you might sign up for your first triathlon, kickstart a meditation habit, or cut down on ultra-processed foods. But the latest science suggests the best way to improve long-term health isn’t physical, it’s social: connection. Strengthening relationship ties by exercising what experts call “social f…
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We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting; https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:1 Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link; https://www.facebook.com/groups/TaoPodcast/ or search Ta…
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Bill Cunningham, 62, is a husband and father who was drinking too much. With stress, anxiety, depression and feet problems, Bill tried inpatient rehab, willpower and motivation. None of it worked. But then Bill tried a different approach. He finally stopped drinking and turned it all around. Now his feet problems have gone away, he feels joy and is…
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The Importance of Ritual to Mental Health In a world that often feels chaotic and unpredictable, developing personal rituals can help us feel in control over our own lives. Rituals are actions that have special, personal meaning and that become a regular part of our life. They benefit our mental health deeply.…
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If you want to be able to manage your mindset, it helps to understand something about what’s going on inside your head. You don’t have to be a brain surgeon or neuroscientist to be curious about the contents of your skull. The human brain is the most complex thing in the universe and you get to own one – how amazing is that?…
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Health Worker Simone was ready to give up. She had tried for years to stop drinking, AA, groups and white knuckling all of which left her feeling like she would never succeed and that alcohol would end up taking her life. In this episode Simone shares how she faced her fear of not being 'enough' and took a final leap of faith into Project90. It was…
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Residential mortgage lender Daryl McCarthy leads a team of 20 mortgage loan officers in Wilmington, Nth Carolina. A moment with his wife on a pier whilst drinking a beer finally inspired him to change his drinking habits. Daryl not only created change in himself, but also inspired many others to have a better relationship with alcohol. Listen to Da…
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Let’s be honest. We all do it. We compare our lives, our businesses, our bodies, our families, our kids, our houses. And even though we hate how the comparison game makes us feel, we do it anyway. For many of us, the comparison game has become almost like second nature. Let’s look at what the comparison game is, how it affects us and how to overcom…
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When Coach V was trapped in the cycle of drinking, she never imagined that she could beat it, and definitely didn’t guess she would go on to help others do the same. After thousands of hours spent happily coaching, hear some of her key lessons. Let’s get you started on your Spring glow up! ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.c…
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Founder of Australia's largest sober social network Untoxicated Faye Lawrence reveals how ADHD contributed to her spiral into alcohol use disorder. This episode is a must for anyone dealing with ADHD or curious about what it means, and how it has a strong link to addiction. ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ -…
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