Ep.152 Sober Curious After 50? Why Midlife Women Are Ditching the Drink

What if that evening glass of wine isn’t helping you relax—but actually holding you back?In this honest and eye-opening episode, I sit down with Heather Lowe, founder of Ditch the Drink, to talk about her personal journey of quitting alcohol at age 42 after nearly three decades of what most would call “normal” drinking. From beer tents in Wisconsin to corporate happy hours and suburban wine nights, Heather’s relationship with alcohol looked like everyone else’s—until it didn’t.After years of feeling anxious, tired, and stuck, Heather realized alcohol wasn’t the solution anymore—it had become the problem. And letting it go didn’t mean giving something up—it meant getting herself back.Now a coach helping others rethink their relationship with alcohol, Heather shares the real reasons so many midlife women are quietly struggling: the stress, the pressure to hold it all together, and the fear of what it means to quit. But as she puts it: “Alcohol is self-abandonment. It's putting a liquid wall between what we really feel and what we think we’re supposed to feel.”This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered, “Is this really serving me anymore?” It’s not about labels or extremes—it’s about tuning in to what your body and mind truly need to thrive in your second act.🎧 Listen now and download Heather’s free guide at DitchTheDrink.com 📲 Connect with her on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook @ditchthedrinkHeather Lowe's Curated NA Wine List - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CCb48zl3ScA7mVflb29OW-gdnpFYYy8LHvx4xNB4mnk/edit?usp=sharing_________________________________________If you’re doing “all the right things” and still feel stuck, adding a layer of support may be an option. I’ve partnered with a trusted telehealth platform offering modern solutions for women in midlife—including micro-dosed GLP-1 and other peptide therapies.https://elliemd.com/michelefolan - Create a free account to view all products.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askingforafriend_pod/✨ Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://michelefolanfasterway.myflodesk.com/i6i44jw4fqLike to connect? Email me at [email protected] Transcripts are created with AI and may not be perfectly accurate.Disclaimer: This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.