Karla Adkins and Lorna Wilson explore how limiting beliefs shape our relationship with alcohol, and self-trust. They unpack the origins of the inner critic, the role of the subconscious mind, and how our inner mentor can guide us toward deeper resilience and clarity. This empowering conversation encourages every woman to challenge old stories, trust her growth, and embrace the possibility of something new.

Key Takeaways

• Limiting beliefs restrict forward movement and are often assumed to be true.
• The inner critic serves as a flag for limiting beliefs.
• Understanding the source of limiting beliefs is crucial for personal growth.
• The subconscious mind drives automatic reactions and decisions.
• Personal experiences can reveal unexpected strength and hidden success.
• The inner mentor represents our true selves and future possibility.
• Challenging societal norms around alcohol is essential for liberation and clarity.
• Breaking down beliefs requires curiosity, compassion, and exploration.
• Setbacks are not failures; they’re information and invitations to grow.
• Community support expands your capacity to see yourself clearly.
  
  

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Limiting Beliefs
03:14 Understanding the Inner Critic
06:16 The Weight of Our Backpack
09:28 The Power of the Subconscious Mind
12:31 Personal Experience and Growth
15:27 Exploring the Inner Mentor
18:30 Moving Forward with Self-Belief
26:03 Outro

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  • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)
    
    
  • Karla Adkins – @karlakadkins (https://www.instagram.com/karlakadkins/)
    
    
  • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/)
    
    
  • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/)

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Coaches Brandi and Becca unpack why so many women feel stuck in their drinking patterns and why willpower alone isn’t the answer. They explore the shame cycle, emotional triggers, cognitive dissonance, and the real reasons alcohol becomes harder to manage over time. They also highlight the strength of community, preparation, and shared stories in supporting meaningful alcohol-free change, and offer an overview of the Zero Proof Life 30-Day Challenge.

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Key Takeaways

• It's common to feel stuck in drinking habits.
  
  
• Relying solely on willpower leads to burnout.
  
  
• Shame creates a self-fulfilling cycle.
  
  
• Understanding triggers is essential for change.
  
  
• Preparation is a powerful disruptor of old habits.
  
  
• Cognitive dissonance is normal in alcohol use.
  
  
• Sharing stories breaks isolation.
  
  
• Dopamine cravings increase with age.
  
  
• Alcohol affects women uniquely.
  
  
• Community support is vital for recovery.
  
  

Timestamps

00:00 – Understanding Alcohol Habits and Stuckness
11:23 – Breaking the Shame Cycle
22:52 – Triggers, Emotions, and Alcohol Awareness
26:44 – The Zero Proof Life Challenge Overview
27:46 – Outro

Resources & Links

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• Follow ZPL: https://www.instagram.com/thezeroprooflife/
  
  
• Follow the coaches:
  
  
  • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)
    
    
  • Karla Adkins – @karlakadkins (https://www.instagram.com/karlakadkins/)
    
    
  • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/)
    
    
  • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/)

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In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Tobie opens up about her lifelong struggle with alcohol, the impact of childhood trauma, and the role grief played on her path. From early drinking habits to the devastating loss of her husband, she shares how sobriety, community, and faith helped her rebuild her life from the inside out. Her story is a reminder that healing is possible, relationships can be restored, and that choosing sobriety often leads to gaining far more than we give up.

Key Takeaways

• Early exposure to alcohol shaped Tobie's relationship with drinking.
• A moment of self-awareness became the turning point toward sobriety.
• Grief and trauma contributed significantly to her alcohol use.
• Tobie faced the murder of her husband and chose not to drink through it.
• Healing grief without alcohol became a major part of her growth.
• Sobriety transformed her relationships with her children and others.
• Community support played a crucial role in her recovery.
• Personal responsibility became a foundation for healthier relationships.
• Faith in God grounded her as she rebuilt her life.
• Letting go of alcohol helped her gain clarity, connection, and peace.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Tobie's Journey with Alcohol
07:23 The Aha Moment: Recognizing the Need for Change
12:11 Grief and Alcohol: Coping with Loss
18:08 Facing Tragedy: The Murder of Tobie's Husband
23:58 Navigating Grief Without Alcohol
29:39 Transforming Relationships Through Recovery
35:36 The Impact of Alcohol on Professional Life
42:20 The Impact of Alcohol on Daily Life
47:08 Breaking Up with Alcohol
57:15 Faith and Spirituality in Recovery
01:03:25 Closing Reflections

Resources & Links

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  • Brandi Babb – @brandi.babb (https://www.instagram.com/brandi.babb/)
    
    
  • Karla Adkins – @karlakadkins (https://www.instagram.com/karlakadkins/)
    
    
  • Carolyn Bennett – @thesoberempath (https://www.instagram.com/carolynbennett2.0/)
    
    
  • Becca Snider – @becsnider (https://www.instagram.com/becsnider/)

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