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Take A Breath
A podcast for creating practical calm in the messy middle of midlife.
This is your space to pause.
Because life in midlife is full-on. Between work, family, menopause, and the mental load, your nervous system can easily end up in constant overdrive — leaving you feeling exhausted, reactive, and overwhelmed by even the smallest things.
Each week, I’ll share my own tools, alongside honest conversations and practical nervous system support — to help you create more calm, peace, joy, and inner steadiness. Not by escaping your life, because that’s totally unrealistic, but by meeting it differently.
So when you're ready, let’s take a breath together…
Take A Breath
#95 Embracing Sobriety At Midlife with Hannah Sherlock
It was during midlife and menopause when things started to unravel for photographer, DJ, and good friend Hannah Sherlock.
This week, I’m thrilled to chat openly and candidly with Hannah, who generously shares her experiences about her unhealthy, yet transformative relationship with alcohol.
Hannah vulnerably walks us through a rock bottom moment that became a catalyst for seeking the necessary help to reclaim control over her life.
When we recorded this episode, it was exactly 3 years to the day since Hannah had her last drink! It is such a joy to see Hannah loving sobriety - I’m so so proud of her!
Tune in to gain insights into:
🌟 The potential impact of alcohol, particularly during perimenopause
🌟 The transformative power of seeking help.
🌟 The joy that comes with embracing sobriety.
If your relationship with alcohol has changed or if you’re sober curious, this episode is a must listen. 💖
Hannahs Quit Lit recommendations:
By Cath Grey (UK) / Holly Whittaker (US)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Unexpected-Joy-Being-Sober-alcohol-free-ebook/dp/B0721L1L39/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3N2Z9A09RLCRU&keywords=catherine+grey&qid=1646252831&sprefix=catherine+grey%2Caps%2C209&sr=8-2
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sunshine-Warm-Sober-Unexpected-sober-ebook/dp/B08WHPGRZN/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3N2Z9A09RLCRU&keywords=catherine+grey&qid=1646252855&sprefix=catherine+grey%2Caps%2C209&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Quit-Like-Woman-Radical-Obsessed-ebook/dp/B0828Z1WT4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26OAWDHUQ53WX&keywords=quit+like+a+woman&qid=1646252886&sprefix=quit+lik%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-1
Also have a look at Annie Grace….
https://www.amazon.co.uk/This-Naked-Mind-Annie-Grace-ebook/dp/B0785DBZ1Q/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1V7OD5QA73NY2&keywords=annie+grace&qid=1646252919&sprefix=annie+grace%2Caps%2C80&sr=8-2
(lots of friends love this one – its great but I prefer Cath and Holly - above)
Although I’ve just noticed she’s got a new one out that looks fab:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alcohol-Experiment-days-take-control-ebook/dp/B07DQD875C/ref=
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