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EPISODE · Aug 28, 2026 · 10 MIN

The Voice of Alcohol Isn’t You: The Shift That Changes Everything

from Sobriety Snippets for Women Over 40 - Alcohol-Free Living with Soul, Smarts, and a Sense of Humor · host Becca Jacobson

A sober identity shift begins when you realize the voice asking for a drink isn’t the real you. In this episode, you’ll learn why arguing with that voice can leave you exhausted—and why a different approach can be so much more powerful. Becca walks you through what she calls the “voice of alcohol”: that familiar inner commentary that suddenly appears at 5 p.m., after a hard day, or when you’re driving past the liquor store. Instead of fighting it or trying to force it to disappear, you’ll learn how to recognize it, separate from it, and understand why it developed in the first place. You’ll also hear why this voice isn’t evil or broken—it’s a learned response that believes it’s doing its job. And when you stop treating it as your own voice, you can begin building a different relationship with it. If you’re tired of having the same exhausting argument in your head, settle in and listen. There’s another way. Join us in September for "The Sobriety Sanctuary" Start Now and Readiness Will Follow — five short classes, live with Becca, September 8–12 at 6:00pm Eastern / 3:00pm Pacific. Free. Replay sent the same night. You don't have to feel ready. That's the whole point. Register: https://beccajacobson.com/start-now?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes 🎙️ Vote for The Snippets on SobrietyTalkRate and review the Snippets and help other women find their way here. It’s fast and simple: https://ratethispodcast.com/snippetsThis podcast explores the journey of sober living and sobriety, highlighting how health, mindset shifts, and overcoming regret from binge drinking and drinking can lead to powerful habits that support an alcohol-free lifestyle, especially for professionals and business women seeking self-improvement, confidence, clarity, and lasting empowerment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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