This topic….’what makes someone an alcoholic’….is a hot spot for many. One person may label themselves an ‘alcoholic’ while another might be completely offended by this term, despite having no control over their own drinking. So when is it okay [...]
Think professional people wouldn’t show up to work impaired? Well, think again, because it does happen. Sometimes even the best of the best of them fall victim to addiction that impairs their professional judgment. And today, you’ll meet a nurse [...]
Jacinta decided to embark on a year without alcohol and she's taking This Naked Mind along for support! My Story After several attempts to abstain from alcohol for a few weeks, and always falling back into old habits afterwards, I [...]
It's easy to talk about all the things you need to do in order to live alcohol free. What about the things you should stop doing? Things You Should Stop Doing For Your Physical Health These should be no-brainers but [...]
When we’ve quit drinking but our spouse hasn’t, it can be challenging to coexist. So, how do we approach this topic with him/her? Annie answers this frequently asked question for us and gives us helpful advice on what [...]
Fancy bars near Capitol Hill. Cocktails with U.S. Senators and Congressmen. Annie welcomes Raegan, who can relate to the drinking culture that permeates not only corporate America, but also politics. How did Raegan go from being a non-drinker [...]
It took Lesley 40 years, but with the help of This Naked Mind, she's been able to go from wine to fine! My Story It has taken me about 40 years to change my relationship with alcohol. That's right - [...]
Amanda knew she was miserable with drinking but she couldn't find happiness without alcohol either. Discovering a Naked life changed that! My Story I started drinking at 17, and by freshman year of college it had already become a problem. [...]
Have you ever taken a moment to consider what stopping is worth? We put so much value on going, taking next steps, and what is ahead, that we often overlook the value of stopping. Get Grounded The most important value [...]
Summer is wedding season and a summer wedding without booze is unthinkable! Or is it? Find out how to say no to the open bar and champagne toast as Annie gives us her best advice for dancing the [...]
In today’s episode, Annie welcomes Molly, who takes us on her journey that started with obsessive dieting and exercise. But with life’s curveballs (including motherhood, the market crash, and a hurricane), she began to rely on alcohol as [...]
Calley never thought she'd say no more wine for her. Yet, doing just that and living a naked life has brought her the healing that eluded her until now. My Story I stopped drinking 152 days ago. It all started [...]
Lorraine was interested in learning not to drink after planning her entire life around alcohol. This Naked Mind helped her find her way. My Story My father left my mother, sister, and myself when we were very young (I was [...]
It can feel like every social event revolves around alcohol. So what if you no longer drink or just don't feel like drinking this weekend? Here's 50 ideas for bonding without beer. Fun Ideas for Bonding Without Beer Most of [...]
What happens when one person in a relationship or marriage decides to quit drinking? And what if the other person doesn’t have any interest in quitting? How do we avoid a negative impact on our relationship? Tune in [...]
Genetics. Labeling. Marriage. There are a lot of unknowns to navigate through when we venture into a life without alcohol. Scott Pinyard, This Naked Mind’s head coach, gets asked loads of questions every day and today he’s here [...]
Have you ever felt like you’re coming down with a cold or sore throat on a Friday night, you go out and party pretty hard only to wake up with a full blown illness the next day? Is [...]
Annie Grace takes you Down Under today with Rachel Hind! Rachel is a wellness coach and the founder of Be Your Best Self and a professionally trained addiction and sobriety coach, as well. Rachel gets real about her [...]
Kat was caught up in a cycle of heavy stress and heavy drinking. Committing to not drinking has taught her that self care doesn't come in a wine bottle. My Story I am one of the few Americans who never [...]
There's nothing wrong with having a few beers with the boys - right? It's just a time to bond, relax and kick back. While that might be true for some, in honor of Men's Health month - there are a [...]
Ericka Andersen and I got together to discuss the truth about alcohol. Discovering the truth about alcohol is worth your time. I hope you'll head over to her podcast and listen! The Truth About Alcohol For many of us [...]
The Sobriety Collective gives you a chance to get to know Annie Grace. I was honored to be featured as one of their profiles! Finding My Way I knew I needed a way without rules. And in the tunnel [...]
The Lucas Rockwood Show is a no-nonsense health and wellness show featuring best-selling authors and thought leaders in nutrition, mental health, relationships, and self-improvement. Each episode also includes listener Q&A. Hosted by yoga trainer, writer, and expert speaker, Lucas Rockwood, [...]
From billboards to commercials to magazine ads, alcohol marketing is everywhere. But does this really work? Or is it geared for a certain ‘addictive’ audience? With greater than 10 years of marketing experience, Annie shares fascinating research, crazy [...]
I might not be much of a 'Mrs. Fix It', but I can help you fix your relationship with booze. No hammer and nails needed, but there will be demolition involved. You're going to tear down all of your old [...]
Sometimes the journey to freedom from alcohol has a lot of peaks and valleys; curves and turns; and stops along the way. For Annie’s guest, Terrance, this journey began with what seemed to be an ‘incredible romance’ with [...]
As a former Mormon, Brittany knew religion and alcohol don't mix. What she also discovered, was that losing your religion and using alcohol also doesn't mix. Read about getting lost and getting a Naked life to find yourself again. Our [...]
When looking to treat an issue with alcohol it can be difficult to find options beyond the traditional 12 step approach. It's the industry standard but that doesn't make it a good fit for everyone. Practical Recovery is unique in [...]
Rob Lohman of The Addiction Recovery Hub has started the Beyond the Bars podcast. Rob himself has been free from addiction for 16 years and wanted to help others find their freedom. He created The Addiction Recovery Hub to connect [...]
Have you ever caught yourself typing Am I an alcoholic in the search bar? Maybe you hit search or maybe you go back and clear your history. Ashamed. Been there. I understand. As do so many others. Today I share [...]
Debi Talert of Jumpseat Coaching has started The Sober Curious podcast. Debi found that her flight attendant lifestyle was contributing to drinking too much. I can certainly relate to having your career fuel your drinking. I'm honored she invited me [...]
Molly thought that as an athlete, she could outrun addiction by being healthy. Eventually she realized that the only way to stop drinking was by living a Naked Life - free from alcohol. Monday, December 03, 2018 This is the [...]
Is it pure coincidence that my friends have been drinking less ever since I stopped drinking? Annie addresses this interesting social phenomenon and gives us startling statistics surrounding social habits that may help explain this “coincidence”. Find out [...]
Have you ever wished you could just start over? Wipe the slate clean and begin again. I did too. I was constantly looking back on my life with a mix of angst, shame and regret. Amazingly, I discovered I could [...]
Why would someone who has never touched alcohol want to interview Annie Grace? Enter, Katie Richardson, who hosted Annie as a guest on her podcast “What’s Working Now”. Katie is a personal and business mentor who’s helping others [...]
Who doesn't enjoy learning some new hacks? I know I get excited everytime I discover a new one! That's why it was so exciting to speak on the Life Hacks podcast about MY hacks for living an alcohol free life [...]
One of the things I love most is the opportunity to share the word about This Naked Mind and The Alcohol Experiment. That's why I'm thrilled Nina Del Rio invited me on as a guest for the Get Connected Podcast. [...]
We can choose our friends, but we can’t choose our family and so…..how do we deal with this issue if our close family members still drink? Should we just go off the grid and avoid them? Should we [...]
Community. It’s such an important part of life and there are a plethora of questions surrounding this topic when it comes to quitting drinking. Join Scott Pinyard, head coach at This Naked Mind, as he focuses on answering [...]
Vivian decided she was a lost cause. Having read two books on the subject already, she just knew it - "There's no stopping my addiction to alcohol." This Naked Mind showed her differently and she's now embracing a naked life [...]
