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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 44 MIN

6. Resilience, Leadership and Alcohol-Free Living with Beth Walker

from The Resilience and Grit Podcast

In today’s episode, I am joined by a very special guest, my dear friend Beth Walker, who recently retired after nine years as an elected official on West Virginia’s highest court (including Chief Justice).Beth's story personifies resilience, grit, strong leadership and making hard decisions that affect positive behavior change.In this heartfelt conversation, Beth shares how she triumphed over challenges and adversity. She takes us on her journey of embracing a healthier lifestyle, including (like me!) permanently removing alcohol from her life. Beth speaks candidly about how that decision transformed her clarity, leadership and overall well-being.Two of my favorite "Beth Walker quotables" from this interview:“I actually learned there was not enough Tito’s vodka to fix every problem...”“...be a lighthouse, not a tug boat.”These powerful insights capture the heart of this episode: learning to stand strong, lead with clarity and release that which no longer serves us.This episode is for anyone who:Is navigating adversity (personal or professional)Wants to accomplish major health goals, one step at a time (and it takes time!)Is curious about taking break from alcohol or quitting all togetherBeth’s story reminds us that at any point in life, we can make decisions to become a steady light that guides the way for ourself and others. And she sure is a steady light to so many!If you would like to hear my own juicy journey of going alcohol-free, you can listen here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-quit-drinking-for-90-days-eight-years-later-im-still/id1868855299?i=1000749405020Thank you so much for tuning in. I am so grateful...

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