The Shannon McCabe Show | Sobriety & Healthy Living

19. Reimagining the Rest of 2025 Without Alcohol -- A Mid-Year Friend to Friend Check In

Let’s have a heart-to-heart, friend. 💛 We’re halfway through the year—and if you're feeling like things haven’t gone the way you hoped, you're not alone.
In this episode, I’m inviting you to pause and get honest with yourself. ✨ How’s your relationship with alcohol really going? ✨ How do you want to feel by the end of this year?
I’m sharing my own journey—from trying to moderate for years to finally embracing what it looked like to live alcohol-free—and why moderation isn’t the easy out we wish it was.
Here’s what we dive into: 🔄 The exhausting cycle of trying to control drinking 🧠 Why honesty (not shame) is the first step to real change 🗓️ How to use this mid-year moment to shift your mindset and reset your path 🌟 An invitation to join me inside The Alcohol-Free Blueprint—a space for women who are ready to take that next brave step
This isn’t about pressure or perfection. It’s about choosing peace, clarity, and freedom—one decision at a time.
🎧 Hit play when you're ready to reimagine what's possible for the rest of your year. You don’t have to keep living this way. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.
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18. The Best is Yet to Come—And It Doesn’t Involve Alcohol

I’ve been feeling so grateful lately—for every message, every DM, and every one of you who’s taken the time to share how this podcast is landing in your life. 💛 It means the world.
In this episode, I’m reflecting on what life looked like three years ago—when I was still in the thick of my struggle with alcohol—and how different things feel now. Not because everything magically got easier, but because I finally stopped clinging to what used to work and started opening up to what’s possible now.
Here’s what we dive into: 🌿 The natural rhythm of change—and why it’s okay to outgrow old habits 🥂 The truth about alcohol’s current role in your life (not just what it used to be) 💫 How letting go of drinking can create space for deeper joy, connection, and peace 💭 Why loosening your grip isn’t failure—it’s growth
This episode is your reminder that you’re allowed to evolve. You’re allowed to want different things now. And letting go of alcohol? It might just be the doorway to a life that feels even better than the one you’re trying to hang onto.
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17. Still Trying to Control Your Drinking? Start Here.

There’s a weird thing that happens the longer we’re alcohol-free—we start to forget just how exhausting it was before we quit. All the starts and stops. All the “this is the last one” moments. All the shame spirals that came with trying to quit... over and over again.
In this episode, I’m going back to that space—because if you’re there right now, I see you. And I want to give you a little permission slip: ✨ You can quit trying to quit. Just for a moment.
Instead, let’s get curious. Let’s explore what alcohol is really doing in your life—and what you’re hoping it gives you.
Inside this episode: 🌀 Why it’s okay to pause and reflect instead of pushing yourself to “just quit already” 💭 Reflective questions to help you understand your relationship with alcohol—without judgment 🫶 The power of honesty, even when the answers aren’t pretty 📣 An invitation to join Dry-ish July — a space to explore, reflect, and take gentle steps with support
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about awareness, truth, and the freedom that comes when you stop fighting yourself and start listening instead.
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16. Shifting the Narrative Right Now: Using Confirmation Bias to Support Your Alcohol-Free Life

Our brains are wild, aren’t they? 🧠
In this episode, I’m digging into a little something called confirmation bias—how our minds are constantly searching for evidence to support what we already believe. And yep, that sneaky habit can either help your sobriety… or seriously hold you back.
Here’s what we unpack together:
🔍 What confirmation bias is and why it matters 🥴 How it can quietly sabotage your alcohol-free journey 🌀 How to reframe your thoughts so quitting drinking feels empowering—not like a punishment 💭 Real-life examples from my own experience, including my journey as a mom to a daughter with special needs 🗣️ How to change the story you’re telling yourself (because your words matter more than you think)
If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t do this” or “This is too hard,” this episode is for you. Let’s start choosing thoughts that support the future you actually want to create.
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15. Mastering Cravings — Tools You Actually Need on Your Sober Journey

Let’s be honest—cravings can feel so overwhelming in the moment. But the good news? You’re not powerless. In this episode of the Shannon McCabe Show, I’m walking you through the exact tools I’ve used (and still use) to ride out cravings and stay connected to the version of me I’m becoming.
Here’s what we cover:
✨ Why hitting pause is your superpower ✨ How to actually use the HALT method (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) ✨ Tips for staying nourished and hydrated (seriously—this matters more than you think) ✨ Tools like box breathing, EFT tapping, and “playing the tape forward” ✨ Why movement shifts your energy fast ✨ The role of accountability and why you don’t have to do this alone
This is one of those episodes you’ll want to come back to anytime you feel a craving coming on. Your cravings don’t mean you’re failing—just that your body and brain are used to old patterns. Let’s build new ones that actually lead to peace, confidence, and freedom.
 
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14. Thriving in Sobriety Isn’t About Just Quitting Alcohol — It’s About What Comes Next

Let’s talk about something I see all the time in the sober space — women who’ve quit drinking, done the hard work of breaking that cycle… and then feel kinda stuck, like “Okay… now what?”
Here’s the truth: quitting alcohol is just the beginning. Sobriety doesn’t automatically create a joyful, fulfilling life. You do.
In this episode, I’m sharing what it really takes to thrive beyond sobriety. We’re going beyond the “just don’t drink” mindset and into what it looks like to actually feel alive again.
Here’s what we’re diving into:
🌟 Why just removing alcohol isn’t enough 🧠 How to fill the “void” it leaves behind with life-giving habits 💪 The power of movement, exercise, and reconnecting with your body 🥗 Fueling yourself with nourishing, supportive food 🌿 Using nature as a tool for grounding and healing 🌀 Learning to regulate emotions without numbing 💬 The role of coaching, community, and honest support ✨ Introducing my coaching program, Elevate — designed to help you build a life that feels as good as it looks
This episode is an invitation to stop just surviving without alcohol… and start truly thriving in the life you’re creating.
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13. Alcohol Does NOT Belong in the Wellness Space – I Used to Think Drinking Was Fine Because I Worked Out, Here’s the Truth

Okay friends, we’re going there. Today, I’m diving into a big question that’s been on my heart (and probably yours too): Does alcohol really belong in the wellness world? 🥂🚫
As someone who used to think a little red wine was “healthy” and totally fine in a balanced lifestyle... I’ve had a major shift. And I want to share the science, the truth, and my personal journey with you — not to judge, but to empower. 💛
Here’s what we’re unpacking in this episode:
✨ Why alcohol keeps showing up in wellness spaces (and why it really doesn’t belong there) 🍷 The myth of “red wine is good for your heart” — let’s bust that 🧠 How alcohol affects your mental health, energy, and clarity 💪 What it does to your metabolism, hydration, and fitness recovery 🧃 My own story of believing alcohol could be part of a healthy life — and what changed 💬 Why we need to talk about this more, with compassion and facts 🌱 How going alcohol-free is becoming a powerful, aligned wellness choice 🤝 Making space for mindfulness, connection, and full-body wellness — no buzz required
This isn’t about shame. It’s about truth, alignment, and giving ourselves the freedom to choose what actually supports our health and joy.
 
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12. Coming Home to Your Power as an Alcohol-Free Woman | 10 of the Most Common Fears & Mindset Blocks Debunked

This episode is a big ol’ hug and a pep talk rolled into one 💛
Today’s conversation is especially for anyone who’s thinking about going alcohol-free, or maybe already is—but it’s feeling hard. I’m walking you through 10 of the most common fears and mindset blocks that come up when you're rethinking your relationship with alcohol… and offering some powerful, hope-filled shifts to help you move through them.
We’re talking about: 🍷 The fear of missing out 👯‍♀️ Worrying about friendships and social situations 🧘‍♀️ How to unwind and relax without a drink in hand ✨ And what it really looks like to create a life that feels better without alcohol
If you’ve been craving peace, clarity, and the kind of fulfillment that isn’t tied to a wine glass, this one’s for you. Let this be the encouragement you need to take that next step—or to keep going.
 
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11. Smart, Successful Women Are Walking Away From Alcohol– Here’s 10 Reasons Why

In this episode, I’m sharing something that’s been on my heart—because I know I’m not the only one who’s ever asked herself: “Is alcohol really helping me anymore?”
The truth? For so many women, the answer is no. The facts and science actually prove it too! And today, I’m walking you through 10 powerful reasons why more smart, driven, and self-aware women are choosing to step away from alcohol—and what they’re finding on the other side.
We’re talking about: 💥 Gut health, hormones, and what’s really messing with your metabolism 😴 How alcohol wrecks sleep (even if it helps you fall asleep) 🧠 Anxiety, confidence, and the energy leak no one talks about 💡 Reclaiming your intuition and reconnecting with your peace 🙅‍♀️ Why it’s okay to say: this just isn’t working for me anymore
This episode isn’t here to shame or preach—it’s here to support, inform, and maybe even nudge you toward a life that feels clearer, calmer, and more aligned.
If you’ve been feeling the pull toward an alcohol-free season (or just a curiosity to try it), this one’s for you. I’m cheering you on—big time.
 
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10. Embracing the Blueprint of Sobriety: How to Trust & Grow Through the Process

This episode of The Shannon McCabe Show podcast is for the woman who’s all in—or trying to be. The one who’s ready to build something solid, real, and lasting in her sobriety… even if it feels hard right now.
We’re talking about what it really takes to create a life without alcohol—starting with the foundation. Just like building a house, you don’t start with paint colors—you start with the blueprint. The solid ground. The vision.
Inside this episode, I’m sharing: 🏗 Why the early stages of sobriety can feel wobbly—and how to stay grounded 🦋 How your growth may also involve grief (and why that’s a sign you’re evolving) 😣 What to do in the middle space—the messy, emotional, “what now?” part 💡 The small steps that create massive transformation over time 🌱 Why surrender and discomfort are part of the path—not a sign you’re failing
Whether you're just starting out or you're deep into the process, this is your reminder: you’re not just quitting drinking. You’re building a whole new way of living—and that’s no small thing.
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