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Why Successful Women Get Stuck in the Same Relationship Patterns With Riana M
Jun 22, 2026
54m 58s
Sonia Does The Steps: Step 3 - From Willpower to Willingness
Jun 8, 2026
57m 22s
Sonia Does The Steps: Step Two - A Higher Power
Jun 1, 2026
58m 45s
Sonia Does the Steps: Step One, Powerlessness, and the 12 Steps for Skeptics
May 25, 2026
49m 37s
The Recovery Conversation That Challenges Everything With Richard Taite
May 18, 2026
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| 6/22/26 | ![]() Why Successful Women Get Stuck in the Same Relationship Patterns With Riana M | In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Riana Malia explore how old relationship patterns, identity shifts, and unconscious beliefs can keep women stuck in cycles that no longer match the lives they are trying to build. Riana is a board-certified neuro-somatic practitioner whose work helps women break long-standing relational patterns and create deeper, more authentic connection. They look at what happens when women have done the inner work, moved through sobriety, divorce, reinvention, or major life transitions, and are ready for relationships that reflect who they are now — not who they used to be. The conversation opens up big questions about why high-achieving women can be so successful, strategic, and clear in their careers, yet still feel confused or stuck in love, dating, friendships, family dynamics, or partnership. Why do the same patterns keep repeating? What is the difference between knowing a pattern intellectually and actually releasing it from the body? How do childhood beliefs, unconscious programming, and old identities shape the way women choose, attach, perform, shrink, over-function, or settle in relationships? Riana explains how neuroscience, somatic awareness, identity work, and emotional release come together in her Clear to Create method. She talks about clearing old stories, cycles, resentment, loss, limiting beliefs, and emotional charge so that women can create confidence, partnership, love, and a life that feels aligned. The episode also explores why “I don’t want this anymore” can still keep attention fixed on the very thing someone is trying to avoid, how the unconscious mind drives so many relationship patterns, and why replacing old neurology matters just as much as understanding it. Riana also shares practical tools, including her “Magnet for Miracles” exercise and a 72-hour rubber-band practice designed to interrupt negative thought loops and redirect attention toward what is actually desired. Riana shares the life experiences that shaped her work — growing up with a distant father, being forced to become resourceful at 18, entering a lonely young marriage, navigating a painful divorce, moving across the country, losing financial security, and eventually finding herself in a relationship that became her line-in-the-sand moment. Her story traces the path from survival and self-abandonment to clarity, self-trust, and becoming available for a different kind of love. She also shares how doing this work changed her own life and helped her become ready for the healthy partnership she once thought would never happen for her. This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our substack for extra tips, tricks and resources. Highlights [00:01:00] Riana Malia is introduced as a board-certified neuro-somatic practitioner helping women break old relationship patterns. [00:02:00] Riana shares the early experience of being left without college housing support and learning how to become resourceful. [00:03:00] She describes getting three jobs, renting a house, and staying in school despite having no clear path forward. [00:04:00] Riana talks about marrying young, feeling lonely in marriage, and becoming a mother. [00:05:00] She opens up about the fear, anger, and volatility that followed her divorce. [00:06:00] Riana explains the decision to move to California despite every instinct telling her not to. [00:08:00] She recounts the DEA investigation that upended her life and froze the assets she was relying on. [00:09:00] Riana describes choosing to stay in California to keep her promise to her daughter. [00:10:00] She shares the “never again” moment that led her to stop shrinking, performing, and abandoning herself in relationships. [00:11:00] Riana introduces her Clear to Create method and explains why people have to clear old stories before creating a new life. [00:12:00] She explains how unconscious patterns keep peop | 54m 58s | ||||||
| 6/8/26 | ![]() Sonia Does The Steps: Step 3 - From Willpower to Willingness✨ | 12-step recoverywillingness+4 | Arlina Allen | — | — | Step Threewillpower+5 | — | 57m 22s | |
| 6/1/26 | ![]() Sonia Does The Steps: Step Two - A Higher Power✨ | 12 stepsaddiction recovery+4 | Arlina Allen | One Day at a TimeThe 12 Steps for Skeptics | — | Step Twohigher power+7 | — | 58m 45s | |
| 5/25/26 | ![]() Sonia Does the Steps: Step One, Powerlessness, and the 12 Steps for Skeptics✨ | 12 stepspowerlessness+4 | Arlina Allen | One Day at a TimeThe 12 Steps for Skeptics | — | 12 stepspowerlessness+5 | — | 49m 37s | |
| 5/18/26 | ![]() The Recovery Conversation That Challenges Everything With Richard Taite✨ | addictiontrauma+4 | Richard Taite | Cliffside MalibuCarrera Treatment+1 | — | addictionrecovery+5 | — | 52m 08s | |
| 5/11/26 | ![]() What Do You Do for Fun When You Stop Drinking With Amy Tangerine✨ | creativitysobriety+5 | Amy Tangerine | Sisters in Sobriety | — | creativitysobriety+7 | — | 50m 47s | |
| 5/4/26 | ![]() Powerless or in Control: Rethinking Addiction Recovery with Dr. Daniel Hochman✨ | addiction recoverymental health+4 | Dr. Daniel Hochman | Antabusenaltrexone+1 | — | addictionrecovery+6 | — | 54m 26s | |
| 4/27/26 | ![]() The Hungry Ghost Effect: Why Nothing Ever Feels Like Enough in Addiction With Jeremy L✨ | addictiondopamine+5 | Jeremy Lipkowitz | — | — | addictiondopamine+8 | — | 1h 11m 25s | |
| 4/20/26 | ![]() Why You’re Still Inflamed - Even If You’re Doing Everything “Right” With Dr. Shivani Gupta✨ | inflammationAyurvedic principles+4 | Dr. Shivani Gupta | The Inflammation Code | — | inflammationAyurvedic+5 | — | 51m 12s | |
| 4/13/26 | ![]() Is Addiction Written in the Stars? With Astrologist Jessica Lanyadoo✨ | addictionastrology+5 | Jessica Lanyadoo | — | — | addictionastrology+5 | — | 1h 00m 43s | |
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| 4/6/26 | ![]() What Healthcare Gets Wrong About Addiction With Dr. Emma✨ | addictionhealthcare+5 | Dr. Emma Kay | University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing | — | addictionhealthcare systems+8 | — | 37m 08s | |
| 3/30/26 | ![]() Why You Pour a Drink Before Hard Conversations — And How to Stop With Anna Lecat | <p>Conflict avoidance and people-pleasing show up in so many women's stories around alcohol — yet they rarely get the airtime they deserve. In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen sit down with Anna Lecat, intimacy and conflict consultant, global speaker, and author of <em>Loving Conflict: Creating Collaboration Where Others See Division</em>. Anna has spent decades across cultures, continents, and boardrooms persuading people that learning to conflict well is one of the most loving things we can offer each other.</p><br><p>What does it actually mean to fight kindly? Why do so many women reach for a drink before a hard conversation — or avoid it entirely? And what is it about anger that feels so unbearable to sit with?</p><br><p>Anna unpacks the tango metaphor at the heart of her work — conflict as tension plus connection, not threat plus danger. She walks through a practical spectrum for building conflict confidence, starting with low-stakes settings like restaurants and working up to the relationships that flood us most. The conversation explores emotional responsibility, nervous system regulation, and how early experiences with anger shape us as adults — often leading us to read conflict as rejection when it's really someone else's old wound surfacing.</p><br><p>Then things get personal. Sonia opens up about pouring a glass of wine before calling her mother — and how that glass became a bottle. Kathleen shares her own story of returning to her hairdresser with honest, gentle feedback and what that small act revealed about the difference between avoiding conflict and moving through it with care.</p><br><p>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our Substack for extra tips, tricks, and resources.</p><br><p><strong>Highlights</strong></p><p>[00:01:00] Anna reframes conflict as a doorway rather than a threat</p><p>[00:02:00] Her mission: persuading people to fight kindly</p><p>[00:03:00] People who are deeply loved don't need to wage war</p><p>[00:05:00] Connection and uplift extend beyond romance to friends, parents, and coworkers</p><p>[00:06:00] Why women are socialized to avoid conflict</p><p>[00:07:00] Conflict as a tango — listening, suggesting, responding in turn</p><p>[00:08:00] Using nonverbal tango exercises in corporate workshops</p><p>[00:11:00] Men in Beijing end up in tears during a two-minute eye contact meditation</p><p>[00:13:00] Why sending food back at a restaurant is the perfect place to start</p><p>[00:14:00] "If you think you're enlightened, go spend a week with your parents"</p><p>[00:15:00] Kathleen's hairdresser story becomes a master class in kind conflict</p><p>[00:18:00] Sonia's glass of wine before calling her mother — and how it became a bottle</p><p>[00:20:00] Why anger is the most stigmatized emotion across every culture</p><p>[00:21:00] Anger reveals a person's deepest fears and values — slow down and listen</p><p>[00:22:00] How Anna navigates her own anger — consent first, then curiosity</p><p>[00:27:00] It only takes one person to shift the dynamic of a relationship</p><p>[00:29:00] People-pleasing as a conflict strategy — and how to tell it from self-protection</p><p>[00:33:00] Practice conflict in low-stakes settings before the ones that flood you</p><p>[00:37:00] Anna's nightly practice: revisiting hard moments and calming her nervous system</p><p>[00:43:00] Start small, start outside, get good at it. It becomes a superpower.</p><br><p><strong>Links:</strong></p><p><a href="https://w | 45m 35s | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | ![]() High Vibration Foods With Chef Whitney | <p>In this episode of <em>Sisters in Sobriety</em>, Sonia sits down with Chef Whitney Aronoff, founder of Starseed Kitchen and creator of High Vibration Living, to explore the powerful connection between food, energy, and emotional wellbeing. Together, they unpack how supportive nutrition goes far beyond what’s on your plate—and how small, intentional shifts can help women feel more aligned, energized, and connected in sobriety and everyday life.</p><p>The conversation weaves through questions many women quietly ask themselves: Why do cravings—especially for sugar or alcohol—feel so intense? How does what we eat impact our mood, clarity, and intuition? Is “clean eating” actually helping, or could it be contributing to digestive issues and burnout?</p><br><p>Whitney introduces the concept of “high vibration” foods—fresh, seasonal, whole ingredients that support both physical health and energetic balance. She challenges common wellness myths (like relying on raw foods or pre-packaged “healthy” meals) and emphasizes simple, traditional cooking methods like roasting, steaming, and slow cooking. The episode also explores how alcohol impacts blood sugar and cravings, why intuitive eating requires removing distractions and calming the nervous system, and how quality over quantity applies to everything from pantry staples to indulgences like chocolate or ice cream.</p><br><p>Whitney shares her personal journey of healing chronic digestive issues by becoming her own advocate—moving beyond conventional advice and learning to listen to her body. The discussion expands into emotional and energetic health, touching on how food choices can influence clarity, identity, and even spiritual awareness.</p><br><p>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our substack for extra tips, tricks and resources.</p><br><p><strong>Highlights</strong></p><p>00:00 – Introduction to Chef Whitney Aronoff and High Vibration Living</p><p>01:30 – Early relationship with food and chronic digestive issues</p><p>03:00 – Becoming your own advocate in health and nutrition</p><p>04:30 – The role of whole foods vs processed foods</p><p>05:30 – Why simplicity in cooking supports digestion</p><p>07:00 – The “fireplace” analogy for digestion and cold foods</p><p>08:30 – Eating seasonally and adjusting food to climate</p><p>10:00 – Why one hot meal a day matters</p><p>11:00 – Food as a gateway to emotional and spiritual awareness</p><p>12:30 – How diet changes can shift identity and intuition</p><p>13:30 – Understanding cravings through energy and environment</p><p>15:00 – What “high vibration” food actually means</p><p>16:30 – Grocery store vs farmers market choices</p><p>18:30 – Navigating food access and making better choices</p><p>19:30 – Reconnecting with hunger cues and intuitive eating</p><p>21:00 – How environment and stress affect digestion</p><p>22:30 – Alcohol, sugar cravings, and blood sugar cycles</p><p>24:00 – Rethinking sugar as “treats” instead of restriction</p><p>26:00 – Quality over quantity when it comes to indulgences</p><p>29:00 – Physical vs emotional cravings explained</p><p>31:00 – Essential pantry staples for supportive nutrition</p><p>34:00 – Adapting food philosophy to different lifestyles and cultures</p><p>36:00 – Perfectionism, control, and emotional imbalance</p><p>38:00 – Making cooking easier with planning and batch meals</p><p>41:00 – Practical shortcuts: frozen foods, curry pastes, and bone broth</p><p>44:00 – Carbs, rice, and personalized nutri | 49m 57s | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | ![]() Simple Wellness Routines That Actually Help Mental Health With Cameron Rogers | <p>Mental health routines don’t have to be complicated to make a real difference. In this episode, Sonia and Kathleen sit down with Cameron Rogers to talk about the small, realistic practices that help regulate anxiety, quiet racing thoughts, and support emotional wellbeing. Cameron Rogers is the founder and host of the <em>Conversations with Cam</em> podcast and uses her unfiltered voice and humor to create a safe space online for honest conversations about motherhood, mental health, and personal growth. As a mental health advocate, community curator, and mom, Cameron’s audience connects with her authentic approach to navigating life’s challenges. She is also the creator of <strong>Quiet Your Mind and Busy Your Hands</strong>, a product that blends journaling prompts, coloring affirmations, and reflection to help people reconnect with creativity and calm—an idea inspired by her recovery from a concussion that forced her to step away from screens and rediscover the power of simple, analog practices.</p><br><p>In this conversation, Sonia, Kathleen, and Cameron explore the realities of caring for mental health in a busy world. They discuss anxiety, ADHD, productivity culture, and how motherhood can reshape the way we think about self-care. The episode touches on questions many women are asking: how journaling can interrupt spiraling thoughts, why hydration and movement affect mood, and how creating small rituals—like journaling spaces or “calm corners”—can help regulate the nervous system during stressful moments.</p><br><p>The discussion also highlights practical tools Cameron uses regularly. Journaling becomes a central theme as a way to release thoughts onto paper and reduce anxiety. Cameron shares how simple prompts, gratitude practices, and even word-dump journaling can make the habit approachable. They also explore how environment affects emotional regulation through lighting, texture, and calming spaces, and how modern wellness culture can sometimes create unrealistic pressure to maintain the “perfect” routine.</p><br><p>Later in the episode, the conversation shifts to substance use and mindfulness. Cameron explains why she stepped away from alcohol after noticing it worsened her anxiety, and mindful cannabis use, dopamine-seeking behaviors linked to ADHD, and Cameron’s experience with microdosing and a guided psychedelic journey that helped her process lingering stress and identity shifts after leaving her corporate career.</p><br><p>This is <em>Sisters in Sobriety</em>, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our <a href="http://sistersinsobriety.substack.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">substack</a> for extra tips, tricks and resources.</p><br><p><strong>Episode Highlights</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Cameron Rogers and her work</p><p>01:40 The concussion that changed Cameron’s mental health practices</p><p>03:00 Growing up in a high-performance environment</p><p>05:00 When self-care becomes obsessive</p><p>07:10 How journaling became Cameron’s core practice</p><p>10:00 Using journaling to calm anxiety</p><p>12:15 Gratitude practices for shifting mindset</p><p>13:30 Creating “calm corners” for nervous system regulation</p><p>15:00 Sensory elements that create calm spaces</p><p>18:00 Hydration and mental clarity</p><p>22:30 Mindful cannabis use and creativity</p><p>24:00 Cameron’s decision to stop drinking alcohol</p><p>26:30 Addiction, dopamine, and ADHD</p><p>32:00 Cameron’s psychedelic therapy experience</p><p>39:30 Using affirmations to shift inner dialogue</p><p>43:00 Refram | 49m 27s | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | ![]() When Family Is the Source of the Trauma With Dr. Sherrie | <p>Licensed clinical psychologist and bestselling author <strong>Dr. Sherrie Campbell</strong> joins us for a powerful conversation about toxic family dynamics, emotional abuse, and the complicated path toward family estrangement. In this episode, Sonia and Kathleen explore how unhealthy family relationships can shape self-worth, boundaries, and coping mechanisms—including substance use—and how women can begin to reclaim their lives. </p><br><p>Dr. Campbell is a nationally recognized expert on family estrangement, author of <em>Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members</em>, a TEDx speaker, and host of the top 1% podcast <em>Sherapy Sessions: Cutting Toxic Family Ties.</em> Together, they unpack the realities of emotionally abusive parenting, boundary setting, and the courage it takes to choose healing.</p><br><p>The conversation explores difficult but deeply relatable questions: What actually qualifies as emotional abuse in a family system? Why do so many adult children struggle to recognize toxic dynamics while they’re living inside them? How do manipulation, triangulation, guilt, and silent treatment shape a child’s development—and how do those patterns follow people into adulthood? The episode also examines how family trauma can intersect with coping behaviors like alcohol use, why estrangement is often misunderstood, and how protective distance can become an act of self-respect rather than rejection.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Dr. Campbell shares parts of her own story of growing up in a deeply dysfunctional family system and the decades-long process that ultimately led her to cut contact with her mother. She walks through the moment that finally broke the cycle, the years of boundary setting that preceded it, and the grief that often accompanies estrangement. The conversation closes with reflections on healing, journaling as a lifelong practice, and what it means to build a chosen life outside of family dysfunction.</p><br><p>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our <a href="http://sistersinsobriety.substack.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">substack</a> for extra tips, tricks and resources.</p><br><p><strong>Episode Highlights</strong></p><p>00:00 – Introducing Dr. Sherrie Campbell and the topic of toxic family relationships</p><p>02:30 – Why family estrangement is often misunderstood</p><p>04:10 – The difference between single-incident conflict and chronic family dysfunction</p><p>05:40 – Why parents are responsible for repairing relationships with their children</p><p>07:20 – How boundaries are meant to preserve relationships, not destroy them</p><p>08:10 – The common behaviors of emotionally abusive parents</p><p>10:15 – Why emotional abuse can be difficult to recognize inside families</p><p>11:00 – A personal example of subtle emotional humiliation</p><p>12:30 – Emotional abuse vs. emotional neglect explained</p><p>14:00 – What “protective estrangement” really means</p><p>15:30 – The metaphor of the house, yard, and fence for setting boundaries</p><p>18:30 – Why estrangement usually follows decades of boundary violations</p><p>21:00 – How long many adult children try to repair relationships before cutting ties</p><p>24:00 – The intersection of childhood trauma and substance use</p><p>25:00 – Why people turn to alcohol or other coping behaviors</p><p>27:30 – Lessons learned from working with addiction recovery groups</p><p>29:30 – What changes internally when someone gets sober</p><p>31:00 – Why addiction recovery requir | 43m 28s | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | ![]() Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s a Comeback With Heather Francis | <p>Sonia and Kathleen sit down with Heather Francis, host of the <em>Midlife Moves Podcast. </em>Heather is an entrepreneur and mom of four who brings a lived-experience perspective to conversations around identity, self-trust, and personal growth. She speaks as a woman who has learned, often through trial and error, what it means to evolve, recalibrate, and choose herself more intentionally.</p><br><p>Together, they explore what really happens in our forties and fifties: shifting identities, perimenopause, strength training, sleep disruption, protein intake, and the unexpected grief that can come when children grow up and roles change. Together, they unpack how to move through midlife with intention rather than fear—and how movement, community, and curiosity can help women feel strong, clear, and empowered in this next chapter.</p><br><p>The conversation weaves through questions many women are quietly asking: Why does anxiety spike in perimenopause? Why does sleep suddenly fall apart at 1:00 AM? Why does cardio stop working the way it used to? How much protein do women actually need in midlife? What role do magnesium, creatine, and recovery days play in hormonal health? How do friendships, identity, and self-definition evolve when the “mom” role begins to shift?</p><br><p>Heather shares practical insights around strength training versus excessive cardio, mobility work, rest days, over-exercising, wearable technology, alcohol’s impact on sleep, sugar spikes, and the importance of fueling the body with whole-food protein sources. The discussion touches on cognitive health in midlife, research around creatine for women, bloodwork-guided supplementation, anxiety management, and why connection is foundational for both brain health and emotional resilience. Rather than extreme reinvention, the theme becomes small, intentional adjustments that support longevity, muscle preservation, sleep quality, and overall wellness.</p><br><p>Heather opens up about her identity crisis when her children began leaving home, the depression that followed, the isolation of rediscovering herself alone, and the courage it took to ask: Who am I beyond caretaker, wife, and mother? The conversation moves into friendship shifts, gym communities, saying yes to coffee dates, and redefining confidence outside of labels. In a powerful closing reflection, Heather offers a reframe for midlife: not as decline, but as possibility—a second act that doesn’t require blowing up your life, just choosing more intentionally within it.</p><br><p>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our <a href="http://sistersinsobriety.substack.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">substack</a> for extra tips, tricks and resources.</p><br><p><strong>Highlights</strong></p><p>00:00 – Introduction to Heather Francis and Midlife Moves</p><p>02:00 – Identity crisis when children grow up</p><p>04:00 – Realizing midlife is a second act, not an ending</p><p>05:00 – Perimenopause conversations we wish existed</p><p>06:00 – Hormones, anxiety, and 1:00 AM wakeups</p><p>07:00 – Why movement helped anxiety more than medication</p><p>08:00 – Cardio vs. strength training in midlife</p><p>09:00 – What strength training actually looks like</p><p>13:00 – Yoga, mobility, and emotional release</p><p>15:00 – Signs you may be over-exercising</p><p>17:00 – Magnesium, meditation, and sleep hygiene</p><p>19:00 – Alcohol’s impact on sleep quality</p><p>20:00 – Wearables, tracking, and number obsession</p><p>21:00 – Sugar’s effect on sleep and recovery</p><p>23:00 – Nutriti | 48m 03s | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | ![]() AI Journaling With Sean Dadashi | <p>Sonia sits down with Sean Dadashi, co-founder of Rosebud, an AI-guided journaling app built to deepen self-reflection, emotional awareness, and intentional healing. Together, they explore how journaling can move beyond venting and become a powerful tool for insight — helping you recognize emotional patterns, understand triggers, and reshape the internal narratives that shape sobriety and personal growth.</p><br><p>The conversation expands into the evolving role of AI in mental health and self-development. They discuss how guided prompts, voice journaling, emotional tagging, and pattern recognition can make reflection more accessible — especially for those intimidated by a blank page. At the same time, they examine the importance of keeping therapy, community, and real human connection at the center of healing, while using technology as a supportive tool rather than a replacement.</p><br><p>Sonia and Sean also walk through specific journaling practices, including Rose-Bud-Thorn reflections, somatic journaling, gratitude work, boundary-setting exercises, and intention setting. They explore how Rosebud can support therapy preparation, unsent letters, difficult conversations, and voice-based emotional processing.</p><br><p>Throughout the episode, they highlight how digital journaling can help expand emotional vocabulary, identify recurring behavioral patterns, and deepen therapeutic work between sessions.</p><br><p>On a more personal note, Sonia shares her love of pen-to-paper journaling — the colored pens, the bedside rituals — and reflects on what it means to shift from analog habits to digital tools in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, the reflective experience.</p><br><p><strong>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our </strong><a href="http://sistersinsobriety.substack.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>substack</strong></a><strong> for extra tips, tricks and resources.</strong></p><br><p><br></p><br><p><br></p><h3>Highlights</h3><p>00:00 — Introduction to Sean Dadashi and the mission behind Rosebud</p><p>01:45 — Sean’s early relationship with journaling during family divorce</p><p>04:10 — Moving from handwritten journals to digital reflection</p><p>06:20 — Recognizing emotional and behavioral patterns over time</p><p>08:05 — The “blank page problem” and barriers to starting journaling</p><p>09:40 — How the “Go Deeper” function guides layered reflection</p><p>11:30 — AI summaries, emotional tagging, and weekly reports</p><p>13:05 — Metrics, character tracking, and narrative insights</p><p>14:10 — Naming emotions and therapist-informed AI design</p><p>15:20 — How Rosebud differs from generic chatbots</p><p>16:40 — AI memory and long-term pattern recognition</p><p>17:25 — Asking big-picture life questions through journal history</p><p>18:50 — Year-end reflection archetypes and narrative mapping</p><p>20:10 — AI personas: nurturing vs. direct reflection styles</p><p>21:05 — Preventing AI from replacing human connection</p><p>22:30 — Platform limits and ethical guardrails</p><p>24:00 — Crisis response and safety considerations</p><p>28:40 — Using journaling alongside therapy and coaching</p><p>31:10 — Preparing for therapy sessions through reflection insights</p><p>32:15 — Pen-and-paper vs. digital journaling debate</p><p>34:05 — Voice journaling and emotional expression</p><p>36:10 — Importing handwritten journals via photo trans | 48m 31s | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | ![]() From High-Functioning To Whole Again With Marci Hopkins | <p>In this episode, Sonia sits down with TV personality, recovery advocate, and author Marci Hopkins to unpack the layered journey from trauma and addiction to emotional sobriety and self-trust. As the host of the award-winning talk show <em>Wake Up with Marci</em> and author of <em>Chaos to Clarity</em>, Marci brings both lived experience and professional insight to the conversation. Together, they explore healing, resilience, and what it really takes to rebuild a life after alcohol.</p><br><p>The discussion moves through the experiences that shaped Marci’s relationship with alcohol, from early childhood trauma and family addiction to high-functioning drinking in adulthood. Themes of generational cycles, emotional suppression, validation-seeking relationships, and the normalization of alcohol surface throughout the conversation. The episode also examines the slippery slope from social drinking to dependence, how denial shows up, and the internal bargaining that often delays change.</p><br><p>Marci shares how practices like affirmations, forgiveness work, boundary setting, and cognitive “interrupters” can begin to rewire negative thought patterns.</p><br><p>Marci walks through the defining moments that led to her final surrender — including the DUI that forced her to confront the reality of her drinking. She reflects on motherhood, marriage, career pressure, and the emotional reckoning that followed. The conversation closes on her path to advocacy, her commitment to breaking stigma, and how turning pain into purpose became central to her healing.</p><br><p>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our <a href="http://sistersinsobriety.substack.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">substack</a> for extra tips, tricks and resources.</p><br><p><strong>Episode Highlights</strong></p><p>00:01:00 – Marci’s introduction and recovery advocacy work</p><p>00:03:00 – Childhood trauma and the first experiences of abuse</p><p>00:05:00 – Living with her grandparents and early instability</p><p>00:08:00 – Abuse and lack of maternal protection</p><p>00:10:00 – Perfectionism and controlling the external image</p><p>00:12:00 – Teen drinking, validation, and blackout weekends</p><p>00:14:00 – Escaping home life through relationships</p><p>00:16:00 – Party culture, drugs, and early adulthood</p><p>00:17:00 – DUIs and hitting early warning signs</p><p>00:20:00 – Using appearance and relationships for power</p><p>00:23:00 – Career rise in television and media</p><p>00:25:00 – Motherhood, ambition, and mounting pressure</p><p>00:26:00 – Alcohol as “liquid courage” for auditions</p><p>00:27:00 – Hiding drinking and increasing dependence</p><p>00:28:00 – The failed attempt to moderate</p><p>00:29:00 – The day of her final drink</p><p>00:31:00 – DUI arrest and confrontation with reality</p><p>00:33:00 – Surrender and return to AA</p><p>00:38:00 – Emotional sobriety and healing trauma</p><p>00:55:00 – Breaking stigma and normalizing recovery conversations</p><br><p><strong>Marci's Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wake_up_with_marci/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtv2M6RTEYmUkLnkGgcg7Rw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></p><br><p><strong>SIS Links</strong></p><p>💌 <a h | 58m 33s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | ![]() Why You Can’t “Just Move On” From Trauma With Amber T | <p>In this episode of <em>Sisters in Sobriety</em>, Sonia is joined by Amber Trejo, a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified clinical trauma professional who specializes in complex childhood trauma and the family system. Amber is also a wife and mom of three on her own healing journey, and today she helps Sonia unpack how childhood wounds quietly shape adult life — and what it looks like to move from survival mode into safety, self-regulation, and connection.</p><br><p>Sonia and Amber explore the ways complex trauma can show up long after childhood — through hypervigilance, perfectionism, emotional shutdown, and repeating relationship patterns. They discuss why so many people struggle to even name what happened to them, especially when emotional neglect, invalidation, or silent treatment were normalized.</p><br><p>Amber shares a nervous-system-centered approach to healing, weaving in polyvagal theory, cues of safety versus danger, parts work, somatic grounding, and EMDR. The conversation touches on how trauma lives in both the brain and the body, and why healing requires more than simply intellectualizing the past — it’s about building real capacity for regulation, curiosity, and connection in the present.</p><br><p>In the personal story thread, Sonia opens up about having very few childhood memories, the fear of “making it up,” and the complicated ways trauma can surface later in adulthood, especially in relationships and family dynamics. Together, they connect trauma work to sobriety — exploring addiction as a form of nervous system coping, why white-knuckling often isn’t enough, and how early recovery sometimes means doing whatever it takes to get through the hardest moments with compassion.</p><br><p><strong>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our </strong><a href="http://sistersinsobriety.substack.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>substack</strong></a><strong> for extra tips, tricks and resources.</strong></p><br><p>00:00 — Amber Trejo joins Sonia to discuss trauma healing</p><p>01:00 — Amber shares her own childhood trauma and path to therapy</p><p>03:00 — Trauma resurfacing through marriage and motherhood</p><p>04:00 — Complex trauma vs single-event PTSD</p><p>05:00 — Emotional neglect as an overlooked trauma wound</p><p>07:00 — Why complex trauma shows up most in relationships</p><p>08:00 — Sonia’s “grimy breaker” metaphor for trauma patterns</p><p>10:00 — Minimizing pain: “but it could be worse”</p><p>12:00 — Shame, invalidation, and not trusting emotions</p><p>14:00 — Perfectionism as a survival strategy</p><p>15:00 — Parts work and inner child healing</p><p>17:00 — Intellectualizing vs healing in the body</p><p>18:00 — Sonia on missing childhood memories</p><p>20:00 — “What if I’m making it up?” as a trauma hallmark</p><p>22:00 — Safety and resourcing before deeper trauma work</p><p>25:00 — Cues of danger, passive aggression, and hypervigilance</p><p>31:00 — Ventral vagal state: curiosity as a sign of safety</p><p>33:00 — Addiction as nervous system regulation</p><p>38:00 — Alcohol as relief before it becomes the problem</p><p>45:00 — Early sobriety: small realistic coping tools</p><p>49:00 — Creativity, aliveness, and building daily regulation practices</p><br><p><strong>Amber's Links: </strong></p><p>Instagram:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/integrativetraumatherapist?igsh=MWpvdTI5emVyZzU4aA%3D%3D&amp;utm_s | 53m 18s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | ![]() Redefining Intimacy After 40 With Dr. Maria Sophocles | <p>Sonia sits down with <strong>Dr. Maria Sophocles</strong>, an internationally respected gynecologist and leader in menopause and female sexual health, to explore what really happens to intimacy, desire, and connection in midlife. The conversation challenges the often-unspoken realities of perimenopause, menopause, and sexuality—offering women reassurance, clarity, and a sense of possibility in a season that is too often misunderstood.</p><br><p>Sonia and Dr. Sophocles open up a wide-ranging discussion about the cultural pressure women carry around sex, the emotional weight of obligation, and how expectations in long-term relationships can quietly create distance over time. They explore themes like libido changes, communication, pleasure, dating after divorce, and the ways women can begin rewriting outdated scripts around intimacy as bodies and hormones evolve.</p><br><p>Throughout the episode, Dr. Sophocles breaks down the physiology of menopause beyond hot flashes—touching on vaginal dryness, arousal shifts, clitoral health, and the role of estrogen deficiency in sexual function. She also clarifies common misconceptions around hormone therapy, explains why hormone testing often adds confusion, and shares evidence-based options including vaginal estrogen and newer treatments.</p><br><p>Alongside the medical insight, Sonia also reflects on the personal side of this conversation—what it means to move from performance toward connection, from silence toward honesty, and from shame toward self-trust. Dr. Sophocles offers compassionate language for couples navigating change, and gentle encouragement for women stepping into this chapter with curiosity instead of fear.</p><br><p>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our substack for extra tips, tricks and resources.</p><br><p>00:01 — Introducing Dr. Maria Sophocles and her new book <em>The Bedroom Gap</em></p><p>00:02 — Why menopause training is still missing in women’s healthcare</p><p>00:03 — The most overlooked symptom: sexual shame and silence</p><p>00:05 — What the “Bedroom Gap” really means in relationships</p><p>00:07 — How gender roles set couples up for disconnection</p><p>00:09 — Why sex education is still fear-based, not pleasure-based</p><p>00:11 — Dating after divorce in midlife: a whole new world</p><p>00:13 — Sonia opens up about “duty sex” and long-term marriage patterns</p><p>00:15 — Responsive desire: why arousal can come before libido</p><p>00:16 — The power of G-rated intimacy and skin-to-skin connection</p><p>00:18 — When a hug feels like pressure: navigating partner expectations</p><p>00:20 — How to communicate needs without triggering defensiveness</p><p>00:23 — Reframing lube, toys, and support as sex-positive tools</p><p>00:25 — Menopause changes in the brain, vulva, vagina, and clitoris</p><p>00:28 — Why vaginal estrogen is one of the most underused solutions</p><p>00:32 — Breast cancer survivors and the truth about local estrogen safety</p><p>00:33 — Other treatments: Intrarosa and Osphena</p><p>00:36 — Why hormone blood tests rarely give useful answers</p><p>00:41 — Fantasy, erotic content, and “bibliotherapy” for desire</p><p>00:45 — Dr. Sophocles’ hope: grace, permission, and rewriting the rules</p><p><br></p><h3>Dr. Sophocles Link</h3><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mariasophoclesmd/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mariasophoclesmd/</a></p><p>TED Talk: <a href="https://www.ted | 46m 47s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | ![]() Joy Based Recovery With Melanie Gulde | <p>Sonia and Kathleen sit down with Melanie Gulde to explore what truly supportive, humane recovery can look like—especially for women. Melanie is the Co-Founder of the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dividedskyfoundation/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Divided Sky Foundation</a> and Program Director of the Divided Sky Residential Recovery Program in Ludlow. With more than 25 years in the field, Melanie has dedicated her life to helping people rediscover their worth and build sustainable sobriety. Her work includes founding Divided Sky in partnership with Trey Anastasio — the co-founding guitarist and lead vocalist of the jam band <em>Phish</em> - and launching a Women’s Scholarship Fund to reduce barriers to treatment for women.</p><br><p>You'll hear what actually helps people stay sober, how emotional sobriety supports long-term healing, and how joy, music, nature, and community can reshape the recovery experience. The episode also explores women-specific challenges like stigma, childcare, financial barriers, vulnerability in mixed-gender treatment settings, and why communal, women-centered environments can significantly improve outcomes.</p><br><p>Melanie explains how concepts like emotional regulation, unmet expectations, family systems, accountability, and values-based recovery show up in real life, and how programs like Divided Sky integrate mindfulness, music therapy, spirituality, forest bathing, and peer support to support sustainable change.</p><br><p>The episode also weaves in Melanie’s personal story—from getting sober in 1995 to her early work in outpatient counseling and drug court to the pivotal relationship with Trey, which led to the creation of Divided Sky. Sonia and Kathleen guide listeners through Melanie’s reflections on mentorship, mistakes, growth, and the “aha” moments that shaped her philosophy: that people don’t need punishment to heal—they need dignity, safety, and belief in their own potential.</p><br><p>This is <em>Sisters in Sobriety</em>, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our Substack for extra tips, tricks, and resources.</p><br><p><strong>Episode Highlights (Time-Stamped)</strong></p><p>00:01 — Introducing Melanie Gould and the mission behind Divided Sky</p><p>00:02 — Growing up on Long Island and early influences on empathy and service</p><p>00:03 — Getting sober in 1995 and finding a calling in recovery work</p><p>00:04 — Early mentorship lessons and learning not to take relapse personally</p><p>00:06 — What drug court teaches that traditional clinical settings don’t</p><p>00:07 — Reframing “mandated treatment” and removing judgment from recovery</p><p>00:08 — Melanie’s first interactions with Trey Anastasio in drug court</p><p>00:09 — Fear, structure, and accountability in early recovery</p><p>00:11 — How a professional relationship evolved into collaboration and friendship</p><p>00:13 — Why Divided Sky was created to treat people as individuals</p><p>00:16 — What emotional sobriety really means and why it’s transformative</p><p>00:18 — Connecting emotional sobriety with the 12 Steps</p><p>00:21 — The role of music, joy, and creativity in recovery</p><p>00:24 — Joy-based recovery and the healing power of nature</p><p>00:26 — A day in the life at Divided Sky</p><p>00:28 — Community, volunteers, and connection as recovery tools</p><p>00:30 — Why the Women’s Scholarship Fund matters</p><p>00:33 — Why women recover differently and need women-centered spaces</p><p>00:35 — Changing family dynamics and their impact on recovery</p> | 39m 22s | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | ![]() Catt Sadler On Midlife, Mindfulness, and Letting Alcohol Go | <p>In this episode of <strong>Sisters in Sobriety</strong>, Sonia sits down with veteran broadcaster, journalist, and advocate <strong>Catt Sadler</strong> for a deeply honest conversation about identity, ambition, and choosing an alcohol-free life without hitting rock bottom. Best known for her more than decade-long career at <strong>E! Entertainment</strong>—Catt has long been a familiar face on red carpets and awards-season coverage. Today, she is the host and executive producer of her weekly podcast <em>CATT SADLER Now</em> and a leading voice in conversations about women, power, and authenticity.</p><br><p>Throughout the conversation, Catt reflects on pivotal questions many women quietly ask themselves: <em>What role has alcohol played in my stress, success, and social life? What happens when I stop numbing and start listening? Can I change my relationship with alcohol even if everything “looks fine” on the outside?</em> Together, they unpack themes of high-functioning drinking, midlife reflection, identity shifts, nervous system regulation, and how wellness, meditation, and journaling can open the door to clarity and self-trust.</p><br><p>You'll walk away with practical and educational insights around <strong>mindful sobriety</strong>, <strong>habit change</strong>, and <strong>emotional regulation</strong>. Catt shares how meditation, breathwork, journaling, and intentional morning routines supported her decision to stop drinking—and why removing alcohol created more energy, better sleep, deeper presence, and emotional resilience. The episode also explores the role of shame in keeping women stuck, how cravings and discomfort actually pass, and why modeling alcohol-free coping skills matters—especially for our children and communities.</p><br><p>In a powerful personal segment, Catt opens up about the spiritual nudges that ultimately led her to quit drinking, the internal resistance she felt despite “not having a problem,” and the moment she realized that alcohol no longer aligned with the highest version of herself. She shares what it was like navigating social situations, holidays, college football weekends, and emotional lows without alcohol—and how staying with herself, rather than escaping, changed everything. Her story offers a compassionate roadmap for women who sense a quiet inner knowing that it might be time to turn the page.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode Highlights </strong></p><p>00:00 – Welcome and introduction to Catt Sadler</p><p>01:15 – Growing up around alcohol and early beliefs about drinking</p><p>03:45 – College, ambition, and “normal” social drinking</p><p>05:30 – Life at E!, pressure, motherhood, and survival mode</p><p>07:10 – When healing began before alcohol changed</p><p>08:40 – Reading <em>Quit Like a Woman</em> and early nudges</p><p>09:55 – Dating someone who could take alcohol or leave it</p><p>11:20 – Spiritual moments that clarified her decision</p><p>13:10 – Choosing to stop drinking at 51</p><p>14:45 – Alcohol not being “the problem,” but no longer fitting</p><p>16:10 – Meditation as a gateway to self-trust</p><p>18:05 – How to start meditating without overwhelm</p><p>20:40 – Early benefits of going alcohol-free</p><p>22:30 – Handling cravings, discomfort, and emotional waves</p><p>24:50 – Ice cream, Netflix, and self-compassion</p><p>26:10 – Morning routines and sacred mornings</p><p>28:20 – Gratitude journaling and manifestation</p><p>30:40 – Different journaling styles and creative play</p><p>33:15 – Letter writing, boundaries, and emotional p | 51m 16s | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | ![]() Divorce Isn’t Failure — It’s an Awakening With Dr. Oona Metz | <p>Sonia and Kathleen sit down with<a href="www.oonametz.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> <strong>Oona Metz</strong></a>, a therapist with 30 years of clinical experience and a leading expert in helping women navigate divorce. For the past 15 years, Oona has specialized in supporting women through the realities of divorce. She is the author of <em>Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women. </em></p><br><p>Dr. Metz frames divorce not as a failure, but as a profound life transition—one that often reshapes identity, relationships, and sobriety. They'll explore questions many women quietly carry: What actually happens emotionally during divorce? Why does it feel so disorienting—even when you’re the one who initiated it? How do grief, anger, relief, fear, and hope coexist at the same time? And why can divorce feel so lonely even when you’re surrounded by support? They talk about the deeper layers of healing, touching on community, shame, self-trust, boundaries, and the ways alcohol can quietly become a coping mechanism during this chapter.</p><br><p>You'll will walk away with practical takeaways about the divorce process from a mental health perspective, including how divorce impacts the nervous system, why women often internalize blame, and how group support can accelerate healing. Dr. Metz explains the psychological stages of divorce, common emotional patterns women experience, and why validation, regulation, and connection are essential tools for recovery. The conversation also weaves in themes of sobriety, emotional regulation, self-worth, and rebuilding identity after major life upheaval.</p><br><p>Sonia and Kathleen reflect on how divorce can surface old coping strategies, challenge existing support systems, and force radical honesty with oneself.</p><br><p><em>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our Substack for extra tips, tricks, and resources.</em></p><br><p><strong>Episode Highlights</strong></p><p>00:01 – Why divorce is more than a legal process—it’s an identity shift</p><p>03:12 – Oona’s 30-year clinical journey and why she focused on divorce work</p><p>06:45 – The emotional stages women experience during divorce</p><p>09:30 – Why divorce grief is often misunderstood and minimized</p><p>12:18 – How shame and self-blame show up for women</p><p>15:02 – The role of community and group support in healing</p><p>18:40 – Why divorce can trigger or intensify unhealthy coping behaviors</p><p>21:55 – Divorce, loneliness, and the myth of “strong women should handle it alone”</p><p>25:10 – How alcohol can quietly become emotional anesthesia during transitions</p><p>28:34 – Nervous system regulation during high-conflict or prolonged divorce</p><p>31:50 – What healing actually looks like in the first year post-divorce</p><p>35:15 – Letting go of the story you thought your life would follow</p><p>38:42 – Rebuilding self-trust after major relational loss</p><p>41:20 – Why validation matters more than advice in early healing</p><p>44:05 – Dating, boundaries, and identity after divorce</p><p>47:30 – How group work accelerates recovery and reduces isolation</p><p>50:18 – What Oona wishes every woman knew before starting divorce</p><p>53:00 – Turning divorce into a catalyst for clarity and growth</p><p>56:10 – Choosing sobriety as an act of self-protection and self-respect</p><p>59:00 – Final reflections on grief, freedom, and rebuilding a life on your terms</p><br><p><strong>Dr. Metz's Links< | 54m 44s | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | ![]() Why Manifestation Isn’t Working For You With Yvonne T | <p>Manifestation doesn’t have to be woo-woo, unrealistic, or disconnected from real life. In this episode of <em>Sisters in Sobriety</em>, Sonia sits down with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yvonnetchrakian_manifest/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Yvonne Tchrakian</strong></a> — corporate lawyer turned entrepreneur, manifestation teacher, founder of Pause.Penny, and host of <em>The Manifest Movement</em> podcast — to explore how manifestation can become a grounded, practical tool for women in recovery. Sonia helps listeners understand how manifestation can support self-trust, accountability, and healing without bypassing emotions or responsibility.</p><br><p>Together, they unpack why manifestation can feel like it “isn’t working,” even when you’re doing all the right things. The conversation explores alignment versus hustle, fear-based desires versus intuitive ones, and how thoughts, beliefs, and actions must work together. Sonia and Yvonne touch on common blocks like scarcity thinking, misalignment, people-pleasing, and unrealistic timelines — and how those patterns quietly sabotage progress.</p><br><p>You'll will gain clear, actionable insights into how manifestation intersects with neuroscience, habit formation, intuition, and sobriety. Yvonne explains why gratitude, affirmations, aligned action, and accountability matter more than vision boards alone, and how substances can disconnect intuition and erode self-trust. The episode also addresses spiritual bypassing, emotional processing, and why manifestation works best when paired with honesty and responsibility.</p><br><p>In the personal story segment, Yvonne shares how grief, pregnancy loss, health challenges, and family addiction shaped her philosophy around manifestation and self-worth. Sonia reflects on sobriety, rebuilding intuition, and how letting go of old identities can unlock real change. The episode closes with a look inside Yvonne’s 21-Day Manifestation Challenge and why structure, community, and consistency help transformation stick.</p><br><p><strong>This is Sisters in Sobriety, the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our Substack for extra tips, tricks and resources.</strong></p><p><br></p><h3><br></h3><h3>HIGHLIGHTS</h3><p>[00:01:00] Yvonne’s transition from law to manifestation</p><p>[00:03:00] Grief as a turning point</p><p>[00:05:30] Gratitude as a grounding practice</p><p>[00:07:00] Belief vs. wishful thinking</p><p>[00:09:30] Why alignment matters</p><p>[00:12:00] Unrealistic manifestation goals</p><p>[00:14:00] Actions vs. intentions</p><p>[00:16:00] Scarcity thinking and money</p><p>[00:18:00] Receiving support and abundance</p><p>[00:20:30] Manifesting identity</p><p>[00:22:00] Boundaries and self-worth</p><p>[00:24:00] Family dynamics and triggers</p><p>[00:27:00] Letting go of resentment</p><p>[00:29:30] Fear-based desires</p><p>[00:32:00] Sobriety and intuition</p><p>[00:35:00] Self-trust and consistency</p><p>[00:37:00] Accountability in recovery</p><p>[00:39:00] Emotional processing vs. bypassing</p><p>[00:42:00] Shame and forgiveness</p><p>[00:47:00] Inside the 21-Day Manifestation Challenge</p><p><br></p><h3><br></h3><p><strong>SIS Links</strong></p><p>💌 <a href="http://sistersinsobriety.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sisters In Sobriety Substack</a> – where the magic (and the mocktail r | 1h 01m 31s | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | ![]() It’s A SIS Classic: The Ultimate Dry January Game Plan | <p>The new year is upon us, and it’s the perfect time to check in with yourself and your habits. Whether you’re feeling the post-holiday burnout or just curious about how alcohol impacts your life, Dry January offers a chance to hit pause and reset. In this episode of <em>Sisters in Sobriety,</em> Sonia and Kathleen are here to guide you through the highs, lows, and everything in between, offering tips and real talk to help you make the most of your Dry January journey—whether it's your first time or your fifth.</p><br><p>Ever wonder why Dry January seems to be everywhere? Sonia and Kathleen dive into questions like: <em>What makes it so popular? What physical and mental benefits can you really expect? What if you slip up mid-month?</em> With honest reflections and practical advice, this episode will leave you feeling ready to take it one day at a time.</p><p>You’ll come away with simple, effective ways to succeed—like setting realistic goals, building a support system, and swapping old habits for new ones that actually feel good. Sonia and Kathleen also dig into strategies for overcoming cravings, reframing challenges, and creating routines you’ll look forward to. Plus, ways to replace your go-to drink with something delicious, because it’s not just about taking something away—it’s about adding wellness, joy, and calm back into your life.</p><br><p>Sonia shares how her tea bar (complete with hot chocolate mix!) became her nighttime favorite, while Kathleen talks about how even the strongest cravings can be a chance to show yourself some love. It’s a reminder that small wins—like finding joy in a cozy drink or celebrating with a letter to yourself—can make a big difference.</p><p>This is <em>Sisters in Sobriety,</em> the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol. Check out our <a href="https://sistersinsobriety.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Substack</a> for extra tips, tricks, and resources.</p><br><p>Episode Highlights:</p><ul><li>[00:00:00] Introduction to Dry January and its purpose</li><li>[00:01:16] Sonia and Kathleen discuss the origins and rise in popularity</li><li>[00:02:29] Research spotlight: the link between alcohol and health risks</li><li>[00:03:34] Health Canada’s new guidelines on alcohol consumption</li><li>[00:05:15] The role of the sober-curious movement and influencers</li><li>[00:07:26] Benefits of Dry January: improved sleep, clear skin, mental clarity</li><li>[00:10:29] How to set a personal “why” for motivation</li><li>[00:12:10] The importance of planning for social triggers</li><li>[00:13:36] Kathleen’s breakdown of SMART goals</li><li>[00:16:25] Strategies for those feeling overwhelmed by a 31-day challenge</li><li>[00:19:35] Managing cravings and identifying unexpected triggers</li><li>[00:22:31] Mocktail recommendations and the joy of experimenting with alternative drinks</li><li>[00:25:48] New evening rituals: small ways to relax and unwind</li><li>[00:27:04] Celebrating progress without alcohol: creative reward ideas</li><li>[00:29:59] Kathleen shares her “urge surfing” technique for dealing with cravings</li><li>[00:32:25] Explanation of the RAIN mindfulness method</li><li>[00:36:12] What to do if you slip up during Dry January</li><li>[00:39:00] How to reflect on your Dry January experience</li><li>[00:41:17] Deciding your next steps after January ends</li><li>[00:43:40] Sonia’s insights on using Dry January as a springboard for personal growth</li><li>[00:46:17] Final reflections and key takeaways from Sonia and Kathleen< | 47m 57s | ||||||
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