Ep. 4: Understanding Your Alcohol-Free Journey - Tracking Days and Beyond

In this episode of the No More Wasted Days podcast, hosts Sara and Heather discuss the importance of tracking one's alcohol-free days and the potential pros and cons. Prior to the discussion, Heather shares her journey of quitting alcohol due to the adverse effects it was having on her life during the pandemic. The hosts highlight the different phases of alcohol abstinence, from withdrawal to the honeymoon phase and finally the resolution phase. They stress the individuality of this journey and state there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Heather and Sara advise listeners who are newly alcohol-free to be patient, seek community support, and remember that counting days is a personal choice. The hosts also share their experiences and the tools they adopted to handle the challenges.   00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:15 Getting to Know the Hosts: Heather's Alcohol-Free Journey 07:10 The Importance of Tracking Alcohol-Free Days 11:45 The Journey of Alcohol-Free Days: From Day 0 to Day 365 16:00 The Role of Community in the Alcohol-Free Journey 16:44 The Adjustment Phase: Day 121 to 180 18:06 The Resolution Phase: Day 181 to 300 21:15 The Recovery Phase: Day 301 to 365 34:05 Conclusion: The Personal Choice of Tracking Days Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community.  CLICK HERE for all the details. Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey?  Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach.  CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today. Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial   Follow Heather on Social Media: IG: @accordingtohpg TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach