Soulful and Sober | Alcohol Free Support, Sober Mom Life, Health-Conscious Living
Published by Chrissy Janiga | Intuitive Alcohol Free Coach
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This podcast is meant to nourish your mind, body, and soul. Chrissy Janiga, your host, got sober in 2022 and her life has transformed in ways she never imagined. Chrissy is a social worker, an author, alcohol-free, mindset, success, NPL, and spiritual coach. Chrissy's mission is to help you stay sober, find your soul purpose by living in alignment with your highest self! Come along on the journey to love your life alcohol-free and manifest your deepest dreams!
If you've been wondering how to find more purpose after quitting alcohol, you're not alone. Many women discover that once they stop drinking or even begin questioning their relationship with alcohol they start asking deeper questions about who they are, what they truly want, and how they want to spend their life. In this episode of the Soulful and Sober Podcast, I share why purpose isn't something you have to figure out overnight. Instead, it's something you uncover as you become more present, build self-trust, and start living in alignment with what truly matters. We discuss: * Why quitting alcohol often opens the door to a more meaningful life * How to stop putting pressure on yourself to "find your purpose" * The connection between sobriety, self-discovery, and personal growth * How your nervous system influences clarity and decision-making * Why fear and limiting beliefs keep you stuck * Practical ways to reconnect with yourself and take the next right step * How your healing journey can become part of your purpose Whether you're sober curious, taking a break from alcohol, or have been alcohol-free for years, this episode will help you stop chasing the perfect plan and start creating a life that feels authentic, peaceful, and deeply fulfilling. Connect with me: 💜 Apply to work with me 1:1 or get information on the membership 📱 Instagram 📖 Buy my book, Soul-Led Sobriety ✨ Download the FREE Awakening Workbook
What do you think Why does the thought of never drinking again feel so scary, even when you know you’re tired of the cycle? In this episode of Soulful and Sober, I’m answering a question so many women struggle with: Why am I afraid to quit drinking if I know I want to be healthier and feel better? The truth is, the fear often isn’t about alcohol itself. It’s about what you believe alcohol gives you: relaxation, fun, connection, stress relief, confidence, or a way to let loose. We’re talking about why “forever” can feel so overwhelming, the deeper fears that can come up when you change your relationship with alcohol, and why you don’t have to have this entire journey figured out today. If you’re sober curious, taking breaks, trying to moderate, or questioning your relationship with alcohol, this episode will help you look at the fear differently and start asking a more powerful question: What could I gain if alcohol was no longer in the equation? CONNECT WITH ME: Apply to work with me Instagram Buy my book, Soul Led Sobriety Download the Awakening Workbook
Have you ever had a quiet feeling that something in your life needed to change... but talked yourself out of it? In this episode of Soulful & Sober, I'm joined by intuition coach Heather Alice Shea for a powerful conversation about learning to trust yourself, quiet the outside noise, and reconnect with your inner wisdom. We dive into what intuition really is (and what it isn't), why so many women struggle to trust themselves, and how alcohol, overwhelm, fear, and constant busyness can disconnect us from our authentic voice. We also talk about: * How to tell the difference between intuition, fear, and overthinking * Why your intuition often tells you things you don't want to hear but need to * The connection between emotions, the nervous system, and intuitive guidance * Simple practices to strengthen your intuition without spending hours meditating * Why slowing down, walking, journaling, and learning to feel your emotions can completely change your life * How intuition plays a role in healing your relationship with alcohol and creating lasting transformation If you've ever questioned yourself, ignored those quiet nudges, or wondered if there's something more waiting for you on the other side of alcohol, this episode is for you. Connect with Heather: Website Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a woman who needs this reminder: you already have the wisdom you're searching for. Sometimes you simply need to create enough space to hear it. Connect with me: Apply to work with me Instagram Buy my book Awakening workbook
I explore the complexities of gray area drinking, the science behind alcohol's effects on the body, and practical steps to change your relationship with alcohol. This episode offers deep insights into why quitting is challenging and how to navigate the emotional and physical barriers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gray Area Drinking 01:53 Personal Journey and Insights 05:45 Understanding Alcohol's Impact on Health 10:05 The Neuroscience of Alcohol Consumption 12:03 Challenges of Moderation and Hormonal Effects 18:40 Social Constructs and Emotional Connections 22:34 Breaking Free from Conditioning 29:59 The Role of Emotional Needs 32:51 The Path to Sobriety and Growth 39:09 Conclusion and Call to Action Apply to Work with Chrissy Follow on IG Buy my book, Soul-Led Sobriety Awakening workbook
If you've ever wondered why you keep reaching for alcohol, sugar, or other coping habits despite wanting to change, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the connection between stress, the nervous system, cravings, and why willpower isn't the answer. You'll learn how fight-or-flight and freeze states influence your behaviors, why alcohol often gets replaced with food, and what your body actually needs to feel safe and regulated. When you understand what's happening beneath the surface, you can stop blaming yourself and start creating lasting change. Connect with me: Work with me Instagram: @chrissyjaniga Buy my book Awakening workbook
When I stopped drinking, I thought everything would finally fall into place. I thought my relationship with food would improve, I’d feel amazing, and life would instantly get easier. That’s not what happened. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey with emotional eating, binge eating, diet culture, and the deeper patterns that surfaced after removing alcohol. We talk about why so many women turn to sugar, chips, or food after quitting drinking, how alcohol culture and diet culture keep us disconnected from ourselves, and why healing is so much deeper than changing behaviors. Inside this episode, we cover: * Why stopping drinking doesn’t automatically heal emotional eating * The connection between alcohol culture and diet culture * Why restriction often leads to binge eating * The role of stress, nervous system regulation, and emotional overwhelm * Why shame keeps us stuck and curiosity moves us forward * How reconnecting with your body and intuition changes everything If you’ve ever wondered, Why am I still struggling even after I quit drinking? this conversation is for you. Sobriety isn’t just about removing alcohol. Sometimes it’s the doorway into everything else you were always meant to heal. ✨ Connect with me: Instagram ✨ Want support on your alcohol-free journey, emotional eating, or reconnecting with yourself? Reach out about coaching opportunities and ways we can work together ✨ Get my book ✨ Awakening workbook
In this episode we talk about the science behind alcohol and what it’s actually doing to your brain, nervous system, hormones, gut health, mood, anxiety, and overall well-being. We dive into: *GABA, dopamine, serotonin, and why alcohol feels relaxing at first *why anxiety and emotional lows increase after drinking *the gut-brain connection and inflammation *how alcohol affects women differently as we age *hormones, cortisol, sleep, muscle recovery, and mood *why “moderation” can feel so exhausting *what really happens when you remove alcohol *the emotional and spiritual side of becoming alcohol-free This episode is not about shame or labeling yourself. It’s about understanding what’s happening in your body so you can make empowered decisions and reconnect with yourself on a deeper level. If you’ve been questioning your relationship with alcohol, feeling disconnected from yourself, or craving a healthier and more aligned life, this episode is for you. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
You might think a glass of wine helps you relax at night… but what if it is actually the reason you feel exhausted, wired, and anxious the next day? In this episode, I walk you through what is really happening in your body when it comes to alcohol, sleep, and cortisol. We talk about how alcohol raises your stress hormone, disrupts your sleep cycle, and creates a pattern where you feel worse, crave more, and stay stuck in the loop. I also dive into why poor sleep affects your hunger hormones, why you feel hungrier and more out of control the next day, and how your nervous system plays a role in reaching for alcohol or food in the first place. This is not about judgment. It is about awareness. Because when you understand what is going on beneath the surface, you can finally start to feel better and make choices that actually support your body and your life. If you have ever wondered why you are doing everything right but still do not feel good, this episode will connect the dots. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
If you’ve ever felt like one part of you is ready to stop drinking… and another part keeps pulling you back in, this episode is for you. In this conversation, I’m breaking down why this isn’t a willpower problem and what’s actually happening beneath the surface. We talk about: *Why moderation often feels harder than quitting *How alcohol is rewiring your brain (and how to reverse it) *The hidden beliefs that make alcohol feel “fun,” “relaxing,” or “necessary” *What alcohol is really blocking in your life *Why stopping drinking can feel uncomfortable at first and what that actually means *How to shift your identity so you naturally become someone who doesn’t want alcohol This isn’t about restriction or giving things up. It’s about expanding your life, reconnecting with your intuition, and becoming the version of you that no longer needs alcohol to feel good. Because when you do this work… you don’t just stop drinking you change your entire life. If you’re ready to stop going back and forth and actually feel free from alcohol, I’d love to support you. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
Do you say it’s stress… but that’s not the full story. In this episode, I break down the real emotional root behind drinking and why willpower or moderation isn’t fixing it. We talk nervous system patterns, hidden emotions like fear or not feeling good enough, and what’s actually driving the cycle beneath the surface. If you’ve ever wondered “why do I keep doing this?” this will give you clarity. ✨ Ready to go deeper? Work with me 1:1: Apply here Connect with me: * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
In this episode, I’m answering a question I get all the time. And it’s usually coming from women who are doing everything “right”… but still feel stuck when it comes to alcohol. You know it’s not working the way it used to. You’ve tried to cut back. You’ve told yourself you’ll just drink less. But something keeps pulling you back into the same cycle. This conversation goes deeper than surface-level advice. We talk about why this feels so hard, even when you’re aware. What’s actually happening beneath the behavior. And why this isn’t about willpower, discipline, or trying harder. Because the truth is… If it were that simple, you would’ve already done it. This episode will help you understand the patterns you’ve been stuck in, the internal conflict you might not have words for yet, and what it actually looks like to start breaking free from it. If you’re ready for support and don’t want to keep doing this on your own, you can apply to work with me here: Apply to Work with Chrissy Connect with me: * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
In this episode of Soulful and Sober, I’m joined by Joe Bush, teacher and coach for a real, practical conversation about debt, budgeting, and building a healthy relationship with money without the shame spiral. We talk about: *Why avoiding debt (especially student loan debt) matters more than most people realize *The Debt Snowball Method (and why it works psychologically) *How to start a budget without panic: observe first, then adjust *The “$20 a day” habits that quietly drain your month *A beginner-friendly breakdown of Roth IRAs and why Joe loves them *The deeper piece: your money story, mindset, and how it shapes your decisions *How sobriety + finances overlap (awareness, identity shifts, and learning confidence by doing) If money has felt overwhelming, this will help you take one simple step forward without needing to “know everything” first. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook Connect with Joe: Instagram: @coachjoebush
In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about alcohol moderation and why it often feels so exhausting. If you’ve tried setting rules (only two drinks, drink water in between, stop at a certain time) and still end up feeling ashamed, frustrated, or confused, you’re not alone. We’ll talk about why moderation can feel like Russian roulette, how alcohol impacts your body (sleep, cortisol, dopamine, hormones), and why this isn’t a willpower issue it’s deeper than that. I’ll also share why trusting your body and intuition can be the beginning of real freedom. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
In this episode i sit down with Didi from Sober Chapters to talk about love, dating, and relationships after sobriety. We explore how removing alcohol helped Didi break old dating patterns, gain clarity on her non-negotiables, and learn how to show up authentically in relationships. Didi shares how sobriety, self-trust, and manifestation played a powerful role in attracting a healthy, aligned partnership one that began with friendship and unfolded in divine timing. If you’re navigating dating sober or wondering what’s possible on the other side of alcohol, this conversation offers hope and perspective. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook Connect with Didi * Instagram
In this episode, I discuss the transformative power of surrendering to something greater than myself. I emphasize the importance of letting go of control over outcomes, finding alignment in life, and embracing human emotions. I share my personal journey of sobriety and growth, highlighting the significance of co-creation with the universe and the role of visualization in letting go of worries. This conversation encourages you to be open to life’s uncertainties and to trust the process of personal development. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
Allie Clark is a former teacher, stay-at-home mom, and now a sober coach for women. She spent years using wine and prescribed Xanax to cope with anxiety and complex PTSD rooted in childhood trauma before entering medical detox and inpatient rehab, and committing to trauma therapy and community-based recovery.Today, Allie helps women break free from alcohol and toxic relationship patterns and build lives rooted in clarity, purpose, and self-trust. Allie speaks from lived experience about sobriety, mental health, and healing, with an emphasis on honesty and breaking long-standing patterns. Connect with Allie: * Instagram Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
In this episode of Soulful and Sober , I talk about the importance of trusting ourselves and our bodies, especially when it comes to alcohol. I share why listening to your intuition matters and how to recognize the signs that drinking may no longer be serving you. I also explore the pitfalls of moderation, the subtle ways alcohol can impact your well-being, and what it can look like to choose something different. I hope to encourage you to embrace change, practice self-love, and stay curious about your relationship with alcohol. 00:00 Trusting Ourselves and Our Bodies 02:40 The Impact of Alcohol on Well-being 05:25 The Illusion of Moderation 08:36 Listening to Your Intuition 11:26 Surrendering Control 14:00 Embracing Change and Growth Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
In this episode of Soulful and Sober , I’m talking about those seasons when you feel constantly overwhelmed, worried, and like your brain just won’t shut off especially when you’re sober or changing your relationship with alcohol. I break down what’s actually happening in your body when you’re in “protection mode” (fight, flight, freeze, fawn), and how things like burnout, perfectionism, pressure to have it all together, and people pleasing can leave you feeling unmotivated, inflamed, exhausted, and stuck. I also share how alcohol, emotional eating, scrolling, and overworking can become ways we numb out when our nervous system doesn’t feel safe and why you are not a failure if you keep finding yourself in those loops. You’ll hear simple, practical tools to calm your body (like breathwork, movement, brain dumps, and nervous system regulation), start listening to what you actually need, and gently move from chronic overwhelm into more safety, presence, and self-compassion. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook
In this episode of Soulful and Sober, I sit down with Jaime Andersen, a sober coach whose journey moves from “Beer Jaime” and brewery weekends to a grounded, purpose-driven, alcohol-free life. Jaime shares what growing up in a heavy drinking culture looked like, how the pandemic escalated her drinking, and the deeply human wake-up moments that led her to say: I can’t keep doing this. We talk about: * The identity shift that happens when drinking has been “your thing”Why the first 30–60 days can feel sticky and emotional * How community support makes sobriety sustainable (and less lonely) * Rebuilding confidence, purpose, and self-trust without alcohol * Motherhood, mental health, and finding yourself again If you’ve ever wondered who you will be without alcohol this conversation shows the life that opens up when you stop living in survival mode. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook Connect with Jaime: * Instagram * Website
In this episode, I sit down with Toni Will General Manager of the Kalamazoo Wings, TEDx speaker, author, and host of the Women In podcast. Toni’s story is one of courage, authenticity, and transformation. From climbing the ladder in a male-dominated industry to redefining her identity after quitting alcohol, she’s proof that the moment you stop numbing is the moment you start rising. We dive into: 1. Her leap from banking to pro hockey and what it really took to lead with authenticity 2. The identity shift that happens when you let go of alcohol and step into purpose 3. The truth about alcohol marketing, cravings, and brain health 4.Why “mindful drinking” can be the first step toward freedom If you’ve ever wondered what’s truly possible on the other side of alcohol this conversation will leave you inspired, grounded, and ready to lead your own life with intention. Connect with me: * Apply to work with me * Instagram * Buy my book * Awakening workbook Connect with Toni: * toniwill.com *Instagram: @imtoniwill
