It's Like Pulling Teeth
Friend.
I had a molar pulled this week. Way in the back. And honestly? I wasn’t prepared for how much it would bring up—pain, yes, but mostly shame. It’s wild how long I avoided dealing with it. Ignored it. Minimized it. Maybe I was in my head too much. Maybe I just needed a distraction. I kept thinking if I didn’t acknowledge it, maybe it would go away.
A lot like my alcohol problem, right!?
I put some of my thoughts together in a blog; you can read it here.
While you're there, search EASTER and read my Easter blogs. I've had drunken Easters, and I am living proof that you can change. The holiday is bringing up past shame and embarrassment for some clients, and I want every one of you to know you are not alone. I've been there too. We can change.
I also want to mention sometimes changes, even good changes, don't feel victorious and emboldening. They feel hard and uncomfortable. Get some extra support if you need it this weekend. The 🔗 INSIDER app is always open, and support is at your fingertips.
Last Thursday we met about happiness, and it was such an enlightening and organic discussion. The highlight of my week! Honestly, babes. You light me up!
This week we are gathering to work on our Crappy Crafts and connect while we keep our hands busy, aka bitch and stitch.
A super easy entry point for anyone new who might want to join at 2 pm Thursday (replays always available too). You can try it for free for 7 days, and then if you want to continue, it's about $1 a day for so much value and connection.
Join us for a cozy, no-pressure virtual meetup where you can:
🧶 Work on your latest (or long-abandoned) craft
💬 Vent, laugh, connect, and share real talk
☕ Bring your tea, your messy art, and your honest self
No experience needed—just show up as you are.
Whether you're cross-stitching, doodling, knitting a knot, or hot-gluing who-knows-what, this is your space to connect with other women walking the sober path. Join us 🔗 INSIDER app
➡️ There are two sober summits going on this week, and I suggest getting tickets to both. It supports you, and it supports the people who volunteer to put these on. Plus, obviously, I am an Enneagram 3, and I want to WIN recruiting the most people, so help me out and just register for both, okie? Thanks.
I will be at Sobriety Is the New Epic. I am the first speaker, and the whole event is to show real-life proof of the wildly fun, connected, and fulfilling life you can have without alcohol. Here's the link for your ticket.
I met the founder, Sarah Treacy, on a hiking retreat. We stayed connected. Then she became a CPRC coach, and then she became a business client of mine. I am so proud of her! You can follow her story of overcoming her own shame on Instagram @thesobersherpa, and warning, if you get into my orbit, you might become empowered to become your wildest dreams come true.
It kicks off on Monday, 4/21, with me and Meghan Wilcox of Sobah Sisters. We are both CPRC-certified coaches. If you want to become one, 🔗 check it out here or 🔗 set up a call with me.
Also happening is The Sober Summit. I am a past presenter, and there are always wonderful speakers, tons of bonuses, takeaways, and tools.
🎙️ I guess I officially started Season 3 for the Peripeteia Podcast this week. I didn't take a break between seasons this time and just kept rolling. I really love this project, and I do it for that reason. I've had some really great conversations, and I am learning so much. This week's topic is the most on-brand yet since it's not a sober-specific podcast. Catch 🔗 Kelley Kitley- Navigating Sobriety and Motherhood in Mommy Wine Culture.
She grew up in a bar. Her friend groups had to change. This was a really honest conversation. Kelley has been on every major talk show and interviewed thousands of times, and she said she had never been asked the questions I asked her before. You know I loved hearing that. Check it out.
💄 Finally, finally, you must subscribe to 🔗 AFTER Magazine. It is sitting on my coffee table and looks so beautiful. The Insiders are talking about adaptogen drinks, and there's an article in this issue all about them. My client Chelsie Peters is making us the most beautiful mocktail for our Sober in the City Scottsdale, Kaftans & Quesadillas Art of Connection evening and using butterfly tea. (Do you have your 🔗 ticket yet?). Peggi Cooney walks you through a morning routine (with a checklist). There's an article on Mocktail Mandate for workplaces. Of course, I wrote about pushing up through the muck of early sobriety like a daffodil each spring. It is such a gorgeous magazine; I want it in everyone's hands on every coffee table.
🥳 Now for a client update. We had a big win: a previous client completed my Becoming 12-Week 1x1 Coaching Program and achieved 100 days. I just checked in with her, and she passed her 150-day milestone. I just wanted to share that some clients don't stay with me forever, and that's ok. I am here for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. It is all welcome here.
I have one spot open now. 🔗 Schedule a call if you'd like it to be yours. I've been really into my writing, podcasting, speaking, and other things, so my openings are really limited. I can only be the best coach when I have a small client list, so I always keep it short. You can trust that I give my ALL to each client. I am not looking to be everyone's coach, but I might be the right one for you. There are options and payment plans to fit every schedule and budget. From the 🔗 month-to-month Insider community with the app, 🔗 6-week Jumpstart Digital Course, 🔗 12-week 1x1 Becoming Coaching, and 🔗 1-year Unleash Yourself Program. I have it all.
Find what will work best for you 🔗 here.
🐣 Of course I've got so much more to say, but that's enough for now. It's Saturday; I am hosting Easter, and my #1 girl is home from college. Lying next to her last night, our rhythms must've been synced up because I felt more relaxed and at peace than I have in as long as I can remember. I remembered holding her soft, whittle, baby body against my chest, rocking her as an infant, and when the baby was calm, so was I. Now she's lying next to me (bigger than me), holding hands with me, cuddled close to me, and I get that same calm over me. Obviously, she brings a lot of energy too, but last night it just felt like our heartbeats were in sync, and she was just what I needed after a rough, toothless week.
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