Our relationship with alcohol becomes strained in midlife. The body is undergoing a lot of changes and alcohol can often be the final straw in a cascade of pressures on health and vitality.   This week, I'm delving into the impactful journey of Laura Valvasori, a business and well-being mentor who made the decision to transition to an alcohol-free lifestyle.   But what do we do when a glass of wine is so ingrained in our culture and habits around socialising, relaxing and even connection? Laura's strategies set the path for maintaining friendships while transforming your relationship with alcohol.   What I loved about Laura's perspective is that she guides women to understand why they might choose to live alcohol-free clearly, creates the structures to try this on for a time, and then make a choice based on your experience and findings - this is so different to while knuckling going alcohol-free for 30 days for example - and I believe is the secret to her success.    In our discussion, Laura shares her initial feelings of loneliness when she first quit drinking and how she used non-alcoholic alternatives to stay engaged during social gatherings.   We explore the physical symptoms and misalignment in her life that led to her decision and how she continued to have an active social life without feeling deprived.   Join me as we unpack the conversation around giving up alcohol and the pivotal moments that led Laura to create her program, "Still Me, But Alcohol Free." We delve into the emotional and physical shifts experienced after going alcohol-free and the importance of documenting alcohol-free experiences to reinforce new beliefs about fun and socializing without alcohol.   Laura's insights provide valuable support for women navigating midlife, menopause, and the decision to shift to an alcohol-free life, offering a strong foundation for behavior change. Join us as we explore Laura's journey, providing invaluable insight and guidance for women seeking to create a change in their relationship with alcohol.   About Laura Valvasori: Laura Valvasori is a Business & Well-Being Mentor, the Author of Good to Grow: Cultivate Your Mindset and Habits to Thrive as an Entrepreneur, a Certified Emotion Code Practitioner, and the creator of the Still Me, But Alcohol-Free program. Like many women, in her early forties, Laura started feeling like alcohol was no longer agreeing with her body and drinking was starting to feel out of alignment with her otherwise healthy lifestyle.After hitting a breaking point, she decided to "try on" going alcohol-free in a quest to feel better. Today, over 3 years later, she lives happily alcohol-free. She is now passionate about sharing what she's learned to guide other women through the journey of shifting to an alcohol-free life.   UPCOMING PROGRAMS: Still Me, But Alcohol-Free is a 6-week program, designed for mid-life women, to guide you through "trying on" going alcohol-free with the right mindset, tools, and support to help you be successful. The program is available in a self-guided format or group program with the next group program starting September 23rd, 2024. Find out more at: https://www.lauravalvasori.com/still-me-alcohol-free   FREE RESOURCES: Sign up for Laura’s FREE 40-minute on-demand MentorClass “Five Hacks to a Happier Happy Hour Alcohol-Free” you'll learn strategies to help you "try on" socializing alcohol-free, while still having fun! Free sign-up to watch: https://www.lauravalvasori.com/five-hacks-mentorclass-on-demand     Follow Meegan on Instagram here   Join the waitlist for The Midlife Upgrade Course:https://meegancare.co.nz/course/   Please note: The content of this podcast does not substitute or constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider.