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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2025 · 37 MIN

Sipping On Calm: Rewriting the Cocktail Ritual with Michelle Houston

from Cheat Code Nutrition · host Elly Young

In this episode, I'm joined by Michelle Houston, founder of To Be Honest Beverage Co., a premium non-alcoholic spirit brand that’s rewriting the rules of social drinking. After stepping away from alcohol in 2021, Michelle set out to create something she couldn’t find—sophisticated, bold, and functional alternatives that support wellness without sacrificing the joy of indulgence.Michelle shares her personal journey of redefining her relationship with alcohol, what it was like walking away from industries where drinking was the norm, and how she turned frustration into fuel for building a brand rooted in truth, flavor, and freedom.We dive into:Michelle’s decision to stop drinking—and how it unlocked clarity, ambition, and energyThe birth of To Be Honest and the gap she saw in the non-alcoholic beverage spaceWhat it means to create rituals without alcohol—and why connection doesn’t require a buzzThe future of mindful drinking and how consumers are reshaping the social landscapeWhy sober-curious doesn’t have to mean boring, restrictive, or lonelyMichelle is proof that living boldly doesn’t have to include booze—and that sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is be honest with ourselves.🔗 Links & Resources:To Be Honest Beverage Co.Follow To Be Honest on Instagram 💬 Whether you’re exploring sobriety, cutting back, or just craving a deeper sense of alignment, this conversation is your permission to drink differently—and live more truthfully.📌 Ready to Take Action?1️⃣ Listen & Subscribe – Don’t miss an episode! Hit follow wherever you get your podcasts and I'd love for you to rate and review my podcast, it helps spread the word to those who need to hear it!2️⃣ Share – Know someone who needs to hear this? Send them this episode!🎙 Remember: You don’t need to feel ready—you just need to start. Let’s do this together. 💪Find Myself Free Resources & Links:📌 Book a FREE 1:1 Coaching Call – Stop waiting for change and start taking action 👉 HERE📌 Follow me on Instagram for daily tips & motivation 👉 @find_myself_free🚀 Ready? Let’s go.FREE Guides: don't leave without checking out these FREE resourcesBreaking Up With BoozeHeal your Gut After Alcohol🔗 One on One Coaching

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