Sober Fit Life

Sober Fit Life

Hosted by: Maureen Benkovich

Sober Fit Life is the podcast for anyone caught in the cycle of drinking more than they want to, swearing it off, and ending up right back where they started—sometimes in the same day. If you're tired of the bloating,...

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EP 28: Ketamine Therapy Explained: A Breakthrough for Depression, Grief, and Recovery with Gwen Dudley

I’ve always promised to bring you honest, curious conversations—and today is no exception. In this episode, I sit down with Gwen Dudley from The Mood Wellness Center to talk about ketamine therapy, its healing...
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EP 27: Grief, Sobriety, and the Courage to Feel: A Conversation with Marie Burgess

In this deeply moving episode, I sat down with Marie Burgess—licensed therapist, grief specialist, and founder of Genuine Connections Psychotherapy—to talk about something most people avoid: grief. Marie is not just a...
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EP 26: Why Stillness or Boredom Feels So Uncomfortable in Early Sobriety

Let’s talk about a sneaky little trigger that can wreck your alcohol-free momentum if you’re not ready for it: boredom. Boredom often comes from deeper feelings like restlessness, a lack of purpose, or disconnection....
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EP 25: Why Sleep Is Your Secret Weapon for Recovery and Wellness with Mollie Eastman

If you've ever told yourself a drink helps you sleep, this episode is for you. I sat down with sleep expert Mollie Eastman, creator of Sleep Is A Skill, and had one of the most eye-opening conversations about alcohol,...
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EP 24: This Side of Alcohol: A Conversation on Shame and Sobriety with Peggi Cooney

I’m so excited to bring you this heartfelt, funny, and deeply real conversation with Peggi Cooney, author of This Side of Alcohol. When I read Peggi’s book during my first alcohol-free vacation, it felt like she was...
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EP 23: How to Stop Feeling Like Sh*t: Alcohol, Shame, and Sobriety with Andrea Owen

I can't even begin to tell you how special this conversation is for me. Back in 2018, I picked up How to Stop Feeling Like Sht* by Andrea Owen—and it changed the course of my life. I thought I was hiring her for...
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EP 22: The Great Menopause Myth: What Every Woman Needs to Know About HRT and Alcohol

In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps, the authors of The Great Menopause Myth, to unpack the essential truths about hormone therapy, alcohol’s impact on women’s health, and...
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EP 21: "Am I Drinking Too Much?” Google Said No… But I Knew Better

In my very first solo episode of Sober Fit Life, I’m diving into a question that haunted me for years—and maybe haunts you too. 👉 “Do I have a problem with alcohol?” If you've ever found yourself lying awake at 3AM,...
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The Truth About Alcohol, Mental Health, and CBD with Michelle Houston of To Be Honest

In this episode of Sober Fit Life, I sit down with Michelle Houston — founder of To Be Honest Beverage Co. — to talk about what it really looks like to change your relationship with alcohol... and create a...
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EP 19: Gut Health, Sobriety & True Healing with Carrie Chojnowski

In this episode of Sober Fit Life, I sit down with Carrie Chojnowski, a holistic gut health practitioner and certified health coach, to dive into the connection between alcohol, gut health, and overall...
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EP: 18 Nervous System Healing & Breathwork for Sobriety with Trish Brewer

In this episode of Sober Fit Life, I sit down with Trish Brewer, a certified trauma-informed breathwork coach, Reiki master teacher, and co-author of We Lead, Volume Two. Trish helps individuals release trauma, reduce...
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EP 17: Why Yoga Pro Julie Blamphin Started Questioning Her Relationship with Alcohol

What if the thing keeping you from feeling your best was hiding in plain sight? Today’s guest, Julie Blamphin, is a yoga pro, speaker, author, and founder of Stretch Your Spirit—where she helps women feel joyful,...
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