{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Sober in October: Here's Your Plan for Taking a Mindful Break From Alcohol","description":"If you\u2019ve been curious about what life might look like without alcohol, Sober October is the perfect time to do an experiment. I\u2019m sharing this episode with you now so you have some time to prepare for a successful break from alcohol because it absolutely requires having a solid plan. First, you\u2019ll want to start examining your assumptions about alcohol, even before you stop drinking. Practically speaking, you\u2019ll also need to decide what you\u2019ll drink instead and how you\u2019ll respond when people ask why you\u2019re taking a break. I\u2019ll also share why it\u2019s critical that we track all the positives of not drinking and learn the science around how alcohol impacts our brain and body.  Lastly, I\u2019ll talk about how doing this experiment with support can make this time of reflection so much more valuable. You can grab your Self-Guided 6-Week REWIND course (a Coach-Led Mindful Break from Alcohol) for $100USD off before October 15th using the code OCTOBERREWIND. In this episode, you\u2019ll learn Why the term \u201csober\u201d might not resonate with you Why you shouldn\u2019t believe everything you think  What critical decisions you need to make before your break from alcohol begins What resources you can use to fill your mind instead of your glass Why support is helpful in making this mindful break successful   To connect with Wendy about her coaching and programming, visit: https:\/\/www.wendymccallum.com\/ ","author_name":"Bite-Sized Balance Podcast with Wendy McCallum","author_url":"http:\/\/www.wendymccallum.com","html":"