Stop "Shoulding" Yourself: Break Free from Negative Thoughts and Embrace Alcohol-Free Living / EP 55

Ready to break free from the crippling "shoulds" that hold you back? In this episode of the Feel Lit Alcohol Free Podcast, co-hosts Susan and Ruby dive into the sneaky, self-destructive habit of "shoulding" ourselves. How often do you catch yourself thinking, "I should be happier," "I should be more successful," or even "I should be able to handle this"? These pervasive thoughts can weigh you down, but what if you could transform them into positive intentions?Join us as we explore listener-driven stories and reveal the heavy impact of these constant judgments on our lives. Discover powerful, practical tools to shift from self-judgment to self-compassion, and ask yourself: How can reframing "shoulds" change your life? What if you could fully embrace a lit, alcohol-free lifestyle? Tune in for inspiring coaching advice and step into a life where you feel truly empowered and free. Don't miss out on this transformative conversation. Are you ready to feel lit, alcohol-free? Let's dive in! Now, get cozy and hit play on this enlightening episode! Time Stamp00:00 Avoiding Self-Shoulding03:44 Thoughts, Feelings, Behavior Cycle06:34 Overcoming Self-Judgment Through Awareness10:41 Rethinking Fitness: Beyond the Gym15:53 Awareness and Managing Negative Thoughts17:29 "Journey to Alcohol-Free Living"19:59 Preference Questions and Personal Experiences25:07 Finding Joy in Daily Chores26:56 Mindset Shift: Gratitude Changes PerspectiveWe Love Hearing From YouDon't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit! Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community! Connect with the Podcast Hosts:Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusanFollow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoachingIt is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.