Ep 118 | Sobriety Journey of Chasing Sunsets Instead of Cocktails

Kristin Horstman shares her journey from gray area drinking to becoming a certified coach who helps others find freedom from alcohol while developing powerful nervous system regulation techniques.• Drinking exists on a spectrum with millions of people in the "gray area" between occasional consumption and end-stage addiction• Neural pathways created by habits can't be erased, but can go dormant when we build new, healthier pathways• The sunset hours naturally trigger our nervous system to downshift, which is why Kristen promotes "Sunsets are the new happy hour."• Taking a 30-day break from alcohol provides valuable data about your relationship with drinking• If quitting feels difficult now, it won't become easier later – addressing it sooner rather than later is key• Non-alcoholic options like mocktails, Athletic Brewing, and Töst sparkling tea can provide satisfying alternatives• When ordering at restaurants, ask for "refreshing, not sweet" mocktails to avoid overly sugary concoctionsFollow Kristen on Instagram @CoachKristinHorstman and visit her website to learn more about gray area drinking coaching and nervous system regulation techniques.Send me a message about the show! Join the community of mocktail-loving ladies in the Mocktail Social Club. Instagram: @Mocktail.MomMocktail Book: The Happiest HourWebsite: MocktailMom.com        You are loved. Big Time Cheers!