It’s Not About the Wine: What You’re Really Craving When You Drink (#31)

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Midlife Strong Podcast

Mel Stephens

36 episodes

4 days ago

Midlife Strong is the podcast for women in midlife who want to feel strong, energized and confident in a body and life that are changing. Hosted by personal trainer and certified wellbeing coach Mel Stephens, this show is a space for honest conversations and information about the realities of life in perimenopause and menopause, like changing hormones, shifting energy, stress, sleep, body changes and how new building habits like strength training and taking a break from alcohol can support women in this stage of life. Because midlife isn’t a problem to solve — it’s a chapter to build.

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It’s Not About the Wine: What You’re Really Craving When You Drink (#31)

Midlife Strong Podcast

6 minutes 6 seconds

2 months ago

It’s Not About the Wine: What You’re Really Craving When You Drink (#31)

In this powerful and reflective episode of The Sober & Strong Podcast, host Mel Stephens helps you look deeper into the real reasons behind why you drink, or why you still crave alcohol, even after taking a break.

Mel guides you through a self-reflective exercise to uncover the emotions behind drinking, whether it’s stress, boredom, connection, or the simple habit of pouring a glass out of routine. You’ll learn how to identify what you’re actually craving, and how to replace alcohol with healthier, more fulfilling choices that truly meet your needs.

By the end of this episode, you’ll start to see that alcohol was never really the solution; it was just the habit standing between you and the person you’ve always dreamed of being.

If you’re questioning your relationship with alcohol or ready to make a change, this episode will help you take that first powerful step.

00:36 Reflecting on Your Relationship with Alcohol

01:13 Understanding the Feelings Behind Alcohol Cravings

02:20 Creating a Plan to Manage Cravings

03:44 Rewiring Your Brain for New Habits

04:15 Final Thoughts and Takeaways