The Shannon McCabe Show | Sobriety & Healthy Living

4. [Heart Talk] What My Daughter & My Sobriety Taught Me About Facing Fears

Ever faced something so overwhelming that it felt impossible to get through? In this episode, I’m getting real about two of the biggest challenges in my life—becoming a mom to my incredible daughter, Dylan, who has Down syndrome and autism, and my journey to sobriety.
I’m sharing the raw, unfiltered truth about what it was like to navigate the fear, uncertainty, and pressure in both of these life-changing experiences. From the moment Dylan was born to the struggle of quitting drinking, I’ve learned that sometimes the hardest things we go through are also the ones that transform us the most.
If you’ve ever felt like you were facing the impossible, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about what it really means to take action, face fear head-on, and find strength in the moments we least expect.
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3. Why Moderation with Alcohol Feels Impossible | The Science Behind How Alcohol Rewires Your Brain, Messes with Your Hormones, & Keeps You Stuck

Ever wonder why just having one never feels like enough? Or why moderation with alcohol seems downright impossible? It’s not because you lack willpower—it’s because alcohol literally hijacks your brain.
In this episode of The Shannon McCabe Show, I’m breaking down what’s really happening when we drink—how alcohol spikes dopamine, messes with stress hormones, and rewires the brain’s reward system to keep you coming back for more. We’re talking about:
🧠 Why alcohol makes cravings feel uncontrollable 💥 How it fuels anxiety, mood swings, and dependence ✨ Why quitting feels hard—but also why freedom is 100% possible
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the drinking cycle and wondered why moderation never works, this episode will help you make sense of it all—while giving you the tools to step into a life that actually feels free, clear, and strong.
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2. The Hidden Costs of Drinking That No One Talks About (Until Now)

We’ve been sold the idea that alcohol makes life more fun, helps us relax, and brings people together. But what if that’s not the whole story?
In this episode of The Shannon McCabe Show, I’m pulling back the curtain on the five sneaky ways alcohol might actually be costing you—without you even realizing it. We’re talking about:
🍷 Time lost to hangovers, sluggish mornings, and regret.⚡ Energy & motivation drained, leaving you feeling stuck.💔 Confidence & self-trust shaken by the cycle of “I’ll cut back” and not following through.🧠 Hormonal & mental health struggles that alcohol quietly fuels.🤝 Relationships & real connections weakened when drinking is the default.
If you’ve ever questioned whether alcohol is really adding to your life, this episode will give you the clarity (and honesty) you need to start making changes.
I also share a bit about my Alcohol-Free Blueprint—a program designed to help you break free from the cycle and create a life that feels better without alcohol.
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1. It Started as ‘Me Time’—Then It Became a Secret I My Sobriety Story

Welcome to the very first episode of The Shannon McCabe Show! I’m kicking things off by getting real about my journey—because if you’re here, chances are you or someone you love has questioned their relationship with alcohol.
For years, I looked like I had it all together. I was a successful health and wellness coach, a mom, and on paper, my life seemed pretty perfect. But behind closed doors, things were unraveling. What started as a glass of wine to take the edge off turned into late-night drinking alone, hiding alcohol, and struggling in silence. Society makes it so easy to believe that drinking is just part of motherhood—hello, Mommy Wine Culture—but for me, it became something I couldn’t control.
In August 2022, I hit my breaking point. I knew something had to change. I got honest with myself, sought help, and chose a different path—one that led me to sobriety, healing, and a supportive community that truly gets it.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered, Do I have a problem? You are not broken. You are not alone. And if you’re ready for a change, I’m here to tell you—it’s possible.
 
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For years, I looked like I had it all together—a stay-at-home, work-from-home, homeschooling mom of three. But behind closed doors, I was hiding alcohol in my home office, sneaking drinks, and lying to my husband and daughters.
What started as a glass of wine to unwind turned into a habit I couldn’t control. I spent years trying to quit on my own, convinced something was wrong with me. But the truth? The problem wasn’t me—the problem was alcohol. And once I finally accepted that, everything changed.
Now, I’m on a mission to help other women break free before they hit rock bottom. On this podcast, I’m breaking down the myths about alcohol, exposing the truth about its impact, and redefining sobriety as the empowering choice it truly is.
Welcome to the Shannon McCabe Show podcast! Whether you're newly sober, struggling to quit, or years into this journey, this show will give you the confidence, strategies, and real talk conversations to help you create a life that feels really good—without alcohol.
No matter what your past looks like, no matter how stuck you feel, you can come back at any time—and you don’t have to do it alone.
 
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