Do you feel like you’re outgrowing alcohol—longing for a deeper connection to life, but stuck in the tug-of-war between numbing, overwhelm, and self-doubt?
Welcome to Stop Drinking and Start Living—a podcast dedicated to helping women create a life they love, beyond alcohol.
I’m Mary Wagstaff. After a 20-year relationship with daily drinking, I finally flipped the switch that made alcohol completely irrelevant in my life. Now, as an expert holistic alcohol coach, I guide women to do the same through my proven 5 Shifts process.
Each week, I share tools, stories, and fresh perspectives to help you expand your desires and reclaim the pleasure, purpose, and power of being a woman.
Sobriety isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of your awakening.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only. It is not a substitute for medical treatment, therapy, or professional healthcare advice. I am not a doctor. If you are at risk of harming yourself or your health, please call your doctor, 911, or a local emergency line right away. In the U.S., you can also dial or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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