Tune in for a raw and powerful conversation with Lesley Buckman, certified coach, about the real work of sobriety.

Lesley shares that quitting alcohol wasn’t about discipline or restriction; it was about creating a compelling future and stepping into self-love.

“If you are constantly counting days, you’re telling yourself that drinking was the normal.”

This episode challenges the way even I think about sobriety, cravings, and emotions. She also offers heaps of practical takeaways for anyone rethinking their relationship with alcohol.

What you’re in for:
• Why a “compelling future” matters more than willpower in sobriety.
• How counting days could keep you stuck instead of free.
• What happens when you try to force feelings instead of processing them.
• Practical shifts to build a sober life you don’t want to escape from.

Connect with Lesley Buckman:
Socials: @LesleyBuckmanCoaching
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesleybuckman/
Website: https://www.inspiredcoaching.au/

Connect with Sophie Anderson 🌐 ⁠www.sophieanderson.au⁠💌 ⁠hello@sophieanderson.au

Quitting alcohol can feel isolating, like you’re the only one not joining in. But is it really loneliness, or something else? In this episode, I share the mindset shifts and practical strategies that helped me move through those wobbly early moments without going back to drinking.
“Loneliness is just a feeling—it’s not the truth. You can feel lonely in a crowd, or even sitting right next to someone you love.”
This episode is about:
- Why quitting drinking can feel so uncomfortable in social settings
- The difference between feeling lonely and being alone
- How to navigate self-doubt when you stand out by choosing differently
- Practical steps to rebuild confidence and connection without alcohol
This episode is about finding freedom in your own truth, even while it feels uncomfortable.
Reach out for coaching and support:

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What if the glass of wine you thought was helping you unwind was actually stealing your power and your freedom? In this episode of Mindfully Sober, hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, and coach Helen Rowe shares her bumpy journey of giving up alcohol between January and October 2024, and why sobriety has been the bravest act of self-love in her life.
“Alcohol stole my freedom, but quitting gave me myself back.” – Helen Rowe
You’ll discover:
- Why wine became a trap disguised as relaxation.
- The casual comment that made her decide to quit drinking.
- How hypnotherapy and mindset work helped her break free.
- Why sobriety isn’t about missing out, it’s about finally showing up.
Connect with Helen Rowe:
Website: https://conscioushealinghypnotherapy.com.au/
Instagram: @conscioushealinghypnotherapy
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565705455182
Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/612865298292848
Connect with Sophie Anderson 🌐 ⁠www.sophieanderson.au⁠ 💌 ⁠hello@sophieanderson.au