#117 Festive AF

Quick links (no scrolling required)Join the 3-Day Festive Alcohol Reset (Dec 27–29)Repair · Reconnect · RefreshFreehttps://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/3-day-reset Join the January 2026 Great Aussie Alcohol Experiment (Early Bird)Starts January 1Early Bird available until 26 Decemberhttps://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/the_great_aussie_alcohol_experimentEpisode overviewWhat if the reason alcohol feels hard to change isn’t because you’re weak – but because your nervous system is exhausted?In this episode of Midlife AF, I’m reflecting on a milestone I never imagined I’d reach. Nearly six years ago, in January 2020, I took what I thought was just a 30-day break from drinking. I had no intention of giving it up forever. I certainly didn’t expect alcohol to become a complete non-issue in my life.This episode isn’t about willpower or giving something up.It’s about what shifted when I stopped forcing myself and started listening to what my nervous system actually needed.And because the space between Christmas and New Year is often when burnout, busy brains and social exhaustion finally catch up with us, I’ve created something gentle to support you through that in-between. The 3-Day Festive Alcohol ResetRepair · Reconnect · RefreshDecember 27–29This free, three-day Reset is a gentle invitation to pause after the intensity of the festive season and give your nervous system a palate cleanse before the New Year.There is no requirement to stop drinking to take part.Many people find their drinking naturally quietens simply because they feel calmer, clearer and more resourced.What this Reset is about  Repair from the excesses and pressure of the lead-up to Christmas  Reconnect with yourself and your own energy after focusing on everyone else Refresh so you can shine and sparkle your way through the New Year Nothing here is about effort or discipline. It’s about relief.  How it worksEach day, you’ll receive a pre-recorded audio episode you can listen to in your own time.If you’d like extra support or connection, there are optional live sessions available in the morning or evening. You can join one, both, or none at all.Everything is stored in a central hub for all replays, audio files and resources, so you can dip in, catch up, or revisit whenever it suits you.This Reset is designed to fit around your life, not add another thing to manage.What people say about the ResetKerrie“The Alcohol Reset was a great way to press pause on drinking and really evaluate why I drink. The live sessions were warm, inclusive and completely non-judgemental. It made me realise there are so many people just like me. Emma helped me look at things in a way I never had before, and it’s made me want to keep exploring this with myself.”Tracy“The 3 Day Reset was such a positive step forward. Learning that you can’t fail was huge for me. Emma is a wealth of knowledge and so non-judgy. I’ve been constantly listening to the replays.”Anne“The Reset felt like having a like-minded, non-judgemental friend in my living room helping me with something I don’t want to talk about with friends or family. I felt safe, I had so many ‘aha’ moments, and I laughed out loud.”Rebecca“If you’re looking for a non-threatening, non-judgemental way to understand why you drink and decide what to do next, I highly recommend Emma’s 3 Day Reset. It’s supportive, informative and you don’t even have to get off the couch.”Libby“I came away feeling less alone, more connected and ready to keep going with learning how to reconnect with myself with kindness and compassion.”The Great Aussie Alcohol ExperimentJanuary 2026 intake – starts January 1If the Reset leaves you feeling curious about what might be possible with more support, the next step is The Great Aussie Alcohol Experiment – my boutique, trauma-informed program for cultivating a genuine take it or leave it relationship with alcohol, where drinking becomes a non-issue.Unlike many programs that don’t begin until the following Monday, this one starts on January 1, with support from day one as the year turns.Early Bird detailsEarly Bird price: $497Early Bird payment plan: 4 x $148.50(Usually 4 x $297)Places capped at: 25 peopleEarly Bird available until 26 December or until sold outThis is an extraordinary celebration price marking six years since I took a 30-day break in January 2020, a decision I never imagined would change my life in the way it did.What people say about the Great Aussie Alcohol ExperimentSimone“Emma has this amazing ability to help you dig deep to find the real reason you’ve used alcohol to deal with life. She asks in a way that feels gentle and safe. Over the month I was able to remove the layers, look inward, and reframe my future choices using the tools Emma helped me develop. The sense of community and not feeling alone or broken was a huge bonus.”Clare“Having taken part in other alcohol programs, Emma’s was a breath of fresh air. She brings a wealth of knowledge and looks at you as a whole person, not just your drinking. She helps you understand where your triggers come from and supports you to work with them in a safe and compassionate environment.”Toni“Emma is like a ray of sunshine. This experiment meets you wherever you are. She taught me that it’s okay to be unapologetically imperfect and reminded me of the importance of self-love. I finished the experiment with the skills and confidence to trust myself again.”P.S.You don’t need to label yourself.You don’t need to decide anything forever.If alcohol has been taking up more space than you’d like, this is a very kind place to start.