{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Navigating Sugar Cravings, Boundaries, and Redefining Self-Care | Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast Week 3","description":"Sign up for the September 40 Day Fast here: https:\/\/butjesusdrankwine.myflodesk.com\/septemberfast In Week 3 of our 6-part Monday series walking through Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast, we're diving into Days 14\u201321\u2014and this episode is rich with practical tools, mindset shifts, and grace-filled encouragement to support your alcohol-free journey. Whether you're mid-fast, gearing up for September\u2019s live-coached fast, or simply sober-curious, these reflections and real-life stories will help you renew your mind and stay the course. \ud83d\udcd8 This week covers: \ud83e\uddc1 Day 14: Navigating Sugar CravingsWhy sugar hits so hard in early sobriety\u2014and how to give yourself grace while blood sugar and dopamine rebalance. \ud83e\udde0 Day 15: Exploring Alcohol Use ModelsDisease model? Learning model? Self-medication? Understanding different frameworks can help you name your story\u2014and start changing it. \ud83d\ude34 Day 16: Sleep and SobrietyWe share how sobriety gave her the best sleep of her life (and why that matters more than we think). \ud83d\ude2c Day 17: \u201cIt\u2019s Not About You, It\u2019s About Them\u201dWhat to do when others make your not-drinking... about them. Yep, we've been there. \ud83d\uded1 Day 18: Setting BoundariesHow to say no without guilt\u2014and protect your peace as you walk this path. \ud83d\udc83 Day 19: Joyful MovementFrom walks to Pilates, we explore how movement that feels good (not punishing) can become a new form of self-care. \ud83d\ude4f Day 20: The Power of GratitudeMore than just a good habit\u2014gratitude can rewire your brain and realign your heart with God. \ud83d\udd4a\ufe0f Day 21: Redefining Self-CareIt\u2019s not bubble baths. It\u2019s becoming the kind of woman who regularly returns to God for rest and renewal. \ud83d\udc8c Resources &amp;amp; Links: \ud83d\udce3 Join the September 40 Day FastRegistration is open now for the next live-coached 40 Day Alcohol Fast starting September 8! Walk through the fast in real time with coaching, community, and the support you need to finish strong. \ud83d\udc49 Sign up here \ud83c\udf99\ufe0fPast episodes mentioned:   What Do I Tell My Girlfriends If I\u2019m Not Drinking?  \ud83d\udcd6 Order your copy of Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind \ud83e\udd1d Join our community: https:\/\/butjesusdrankwine.com\/community \ud83d\udcf2 Connect on Instagram:  @butjesusdrankwine \ud83c\udfa5 We\u2019re on YouTube too\u2014come hang out!   The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and\/or linked resources are those of the authors\/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com\/contact-us. ","author_name":"&quot;But Jesus Drank Wine&quot; &amp; Other Stories That Kept Us Stuck","author_url":"https:\/\/www.butjesusdrankwine.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39626395\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/197195050"}