78. Surpassing your own Upper Limits with Kim Argetsinger

When I was still at my 9-to-5 corporate job, struggling, wanting to leave, knowing I needed to start a business, there was one key person who helped me make my dreams of being an entrepreneur come true. That was Kim Argetsinger. Today, I am so excited to have her on the podcast! Kim was my very first coach who helped me build the foundation and confidence that I needed to thrive and succeed as an entrepreneur.   Here's the craziest thing, Kim is now alcohol-free. In this episode, we have a full-circle, serendipitous conversation on our journeys to being alcohol-free, Kim's nuanced relationship with alcohol, its impact on her professional and personal life, and how this shift has led her to deeper self-awareness and success.    🌟 "Unbottled Potential" is available in Paperback, Kindle, and Audiobook form! You can order your copy here. You can also order the book on Amazon and various other platforms.    [00:01 - 09:05] Kim Shares Her Background Kim's coaching career started with mindset coaching and gradually began focusing on helping entrepreneurs achieve substantial business growth. Amanda highlights how Kim's coaching and tough love helped her focus and dive head-first into her niche. Jumping into entrepreneurship is scary. The courage and self-trust required to venture into new, less-trodden paths is a feat worth celebrating!   [09:06 - 15:19] Kim's 95% Alcohol-Free Philosophy  Kim grew up in a wine family and had a responsible relationship with alcohol. She realized her drinking habits were impacting her identity and health. Kim's approach to drinking mirrors her philosophy of having a drink as often as having a birthday cake.   [15:20 - 26:27] Moderators Vs. Abstainers: How to Handle Your Habits  It's important to understand your wiring and approach to making life changes. Diligent research is necessary to make an informed decision on any significant lifestyle adjustments. Understanding if you're a Moderator or Abstainer makes a huge impact on handling habits and cravings. It's common to cope with significant life changes by having identity shifts and questions.    [26:28 - 36:12] Our Deepest Fear Is Not Our Inadequacy, It's Essentially Our Power Alcohol can play a huge role in dampening joy and self-expression. Kim and Amanda talk about the societal tendency to downplay achievements and happiness. Understanding personal reactions and limits to alcohol. The concept of the 'upper limit problem' and its impact on personal growth. The challenge of accepting and expressing full joy and potential without alcohol.   [36:13 - 47:15] How Being Alcohol-Free Has Impacted Kim's Life Going alcohol-free helps Kim feel healthier, more present, and more confident  Kim underwent therapy to address deeper issues unveiled by sobriety. Her relationships have gotten better due to being more present and aware. Significant life changes don't always require hitting rock bottom. Success and responsible drinking don't negate the benefits of reducing alcohol. It's important to ask yourself how good life can get.   Connect with Kim  You can find her on Instagram  Visit her website: https://kimargetsinger.com    Key Quotes:   "When we were working together, I don't think I would have ever expected in the future for me to say, 'I'm now alcohol-free.'" - Kim Argett Singer   "I have a drink as often as I have birthday cake." – Cheryl Strayed   "It's really an identity shift that I think has been the biggest thing that's come up for me through this journey." - Kim Argett Singer   "There's literally no health benefits from drinking... it's really detrimental to our brain health." - Kim Argetsinger   "I will have a drink as often as I have birthday cake." -- Kim Argetsinger   "Our deepest fear is not our inadequacies. It's essentially our power." – Kim Argetsinger    Learn more by connecting with Amanda through Instagram or visit AmandaKuda.com.    It's time to unbottle your potential! Join the Awaken without Alcohol Program, where you'll learn the combined power of elective sobriety, spirituality & manifestation.   🌟 Where To Order My Book Unbottled Potential  Amazon Apple Books Barnes and Noble Target BAM!  Bookshop.org   If you liked the show, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe through your favorite streaming platform!