The Catholic Sobriety Podcast

• Ep 151: How to Prepare for January Before You Get There

  Ready to start January feeling clear, steady, and actually supported? In this episode, Christie shares how to prepare for January before you get there—so you don’t hit January 1st exhausted, overwhelmed, or starting from zero.We’ll talk about:why so many women feel drained after Christmashow to avoid the post-holiday crashsimple routines that help you feel groundedmindset shifts for a calmer New Yearhow to reduce alcohol during the holidayspreparing for Dry January without pressure or perfectionhow support + community make change doableYou’ll walk away with practical tools to enter January feeling clear, peaceful, and confident—not burnt out.Drop us a Question or CommentThe Sober-ish Advent & New Year Reset blends faith, neuroscience, and identity work to help Catholic women drink less, interrupt cravings, and be present through Advent, Christmas, and into the New Year. If you’re craving a season of peace and presence, join us before Nov 30th → https://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset👉🏻 GRAB the Catholic Mom Bundle: 33 faith-filled resources for $25, only from November 17–21 (ends 11:59 PM EST) https://catholic-mom-bundle.myshopify.com/?ref=CHRISTIEWALKER 👉🏻 JOIN THE Sober-ish Advent & New Year Resethttps://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset 👉🏻 Book a Clarity Call https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/38683 Visit my Website: https://thecatholicsobrietycoach.com

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• Ep 150: Why Moms Drink: The Truth Behind Wine Mom Culture and Social Media

  Why do so many moms feel overwhelmed, burnt out, lonely… and reaching for wine? Today, we’re breaking down wine mom culture, social media influence, emotional overload, and how alcohol has become the default “fix” for modern motherhood.In this episode, we look at the rise of wine mom culture, why it feels relatable, and why it fails to deliver real peace. A faith-forward, science-backed conversation for any mom who’s wondering if there’s a better way to unwind. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this normal?” or “Why do I rely on wine to unwind?” — this episode will speak straight to your heart. Scoping review mentioned: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34286652/Drop us a Question or CommentThe Sober-ish Advent & New Year Reset blends faith, neuroscience, and identity work to help Catholic women drink less, interrupt cravings, and be present through Advent, Christmas, and into the New Year. If you’re craving a season of peace and presence, join us before Nov 30th → https://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset👉🏻 GRAB the Catholic Mom Bundle: 33 faith-filled resources for $25, only from November 17–21 (ends 11:59 PM EST) https://catholic-mom-bundle.myshopify.com/?ref=CHRISTIEWALKER 👉🏻 JOIN THE Sober-ish Advent & New Year Resethttps://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset 👉🏻 Book a Clarity Call https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/38683 Visit my Website: https://thecatholicsobrietycoach.com

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• Ep 149: Mocktails vs. replacements: what really helps

  When you start drinking less, it’s tempting to swap your wine for a mocktail — but does that actually help? In this episode, Christie unpacks the truth about replacements: what works, what doesn’t, and how to tell the difference. You’ll learn how to identify the need beneath the craving, use neuroscience and faith to retrain your reward system, and build new evening rituals that bring real peace — not just another substitute.You’ll hear about:The hidden “why” behind your evening drinkWhen mocktails help — and when they keep you stuckHow dopamine and habit loops influence cravingsReal mind–body–soul replacements that actually satisfyA faith-based framework for choosing true peace over imitation comfort Replacing alcohol isn’t about deprivation — it’s about redirection. Learn how to meet your real needs with rest, prayer, and presence instead of pouring another glass.Drop us a Question or CommentThe Sober-ish Advent & New Year Reset blends faith, neuroscience, and identity work to help Catholic women drink less, interrupt cravings, and be present through Advent, Christmas, and into the New Year. If you’re craving a season of peace and presence, join us before Nov 30th → https://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset👉🏻 GRAB the Catholic Mom Bundle: 33 faith-filled resources for $25, only from November 17–21 (ends 11:59 PM EST) https://catholic-mom-bundle.myshopify.com/?ref=CHRISTIEWALKER 👉🏻 JOIN THE Sober-ish Advent & New Year Resethttps://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset 👉🏻 Book a Clarity Call https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/38683 Visit my Website: https://thecatholicsobrietycoach.com

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• Ep 148: When Peace Feels Far Away — Returning to Christ in the Middle of Cravings

  When your mind is racing and cravings rise, peace can feel far away — but what if peace could meet you right there in the craving? In this episode, Catholic sobriety coach Christie Walker unpacks what’s really happening in your brain and body during moments of restlessness and temptation — and how to plan for peace instead of panic using her P.R.A.Y.S. Method.You’ll learn how to invite Christ into the craving, regulate your nervous system with grace, and prepare your heart before the hard moment ever arrives.In this episode:Why peace feels distant when you’re overwhelmedThe neuroscience of cravings and “limbic takeover”How to turn temptation into a sacred invitationStep-by-step through the P.R.A.Y.S. MethodHow to plan for peace through grace, not perfection Peace isn’t something you earn after the craving passes — it’s something you can create with Christ, right in the middle of it.Drop us a Question or CommentThe Sober-ish Advent & New Year Reset blends faith, neuroscience, and identity work to help Catholic women drink less, interrupt cravings, and be present through Advent, Christmas, and into the New Year. If you’re craving a season of peace and presence, join us before Nov 30th → https://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset👉🏻 GRAB the Catholic Mom Bundle: 33 faith-filled resources for $25, only from November 17–21 (ends 11:59 PM EST) https://catholic-mom-bundle.myshopify.com/?ref=CHRISTIEWALKER 👉🏻 JOIN THE Sober-ish Advent & New Year Resethttps://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset 👉🏻 Book a Clarity Call https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/38683 Visit my Website: https://thecatholicsobrietycoach.com

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• Ep147: When You Want That Glass of Wine at 5 P.M. — Here’s What’s Actually Happening

  It’s 5 p.m. — dinner’s not ready, your brain’s fried, and that little voice whispers, “You deserve a glass of wine.” Sound familiar? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken.In this episode, Catholic sobriety coach Christie Walker explains what’s really happening inside your brain during the evening “danger zone.” Discover how dopamine dips trigger cravings, why your body craves relief more than alcohol, and how faith and neuroscience work beautifully together to bring peace instead of pressure.Christie shares five practical ways to turn “wine hour” into “peace hour,” plus the hope, humor, and holy perspective you need to stay steady when the urge hits.✨ What You’ll Learn:The science behind evening cravings (dopamine dips + habit loops)Faith-based tools for rewiring your eveningsHow to change your cue and calm your bodyWhy freedom feels better than reliefDrop us a Question or CommentThe Sober-ish Advent & New Year Reset blends faith, neuroscience, and identity work to help Catholic women drink less, interrupt cravings, and be present through Advent, Christmas, and into the New Year. If you’re craving a season of peace and presence, join us before Nov 30th → https://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset👉🏻 GRAB the Catholic Mom Bundle: 33 faith-filled resources for $25, only from November 17–21 (ends 11:59 PM EST) https://catholic-mom-bundle.myshopify.com/?ref=CHRISTIEWALKER 👉🏻 JOIN THE Sober-ish Advent & New Year Resethttps://courses.drinklessornotatall.com/courses/soberish-advent-new-year-reset 👉🏻 Book a Clarity Call https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/38683 Visit my Website: https://thecatholicsobrietycoach.com

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