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Nicole Khalil (0:00)
Look around.
Amanda Kuda (0:00)
You can find cars like these on autotrader. New cars, used cars, electric cars, maybe even flying cars. Okay, no flying cars, but as soon.
Amanda Kuda (0:10)
As they get invented, they'll be on autotrader. Just you wait.
Nicole Khalil (0:14)
Autotrader.
Amanda Kuda (0:16)
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Nicole Khalil (0:56)
I am Nicole Khalil and you're listening to the this Is Woman's Work podcast where where we are redefining what it means, what it looks and feels like to be doing woman's work in the world today with you as the decider. And today's topic is about something that is becoming more and more common, but I'm sure somehow still gets a raised eyebrow or a but why? In social situations. And that is being sober or sober curious. Because a growing number of people are taking a hard look at their relationship with alcohol and deciding that it's not a healthy one that they want to continue. And I freaking love that. Getting out of relationships that don't serve you is absolutely doing woman's work. And so is telling people to mind their own business when they raise an eyebrow. And here's the deal. Close to half of the world's population and about 30% of Americans over 21 do not drink alcohol. Not for happy hour, not at weddings or in celebration. And while addiction is part of the reason, for some, there are so many other reasons. Like improving your health, saving money, religious beliefs, not liking the taste, or my personal favorite because you just don't want to. People have made the decision they feel is best for them, and that is always worth celebrating. In addition to those who are completely sober, 41% of Americans say they want to drink less alcohol. And get this, Gen Z is leading that charge. They're prioritizing mental health over hangovers, and I'm personally enjoying this level of maturity that I did not have when I was their age. So while I'm not planning to be entirely sober or dry myself, I have absolutely changed my relationship with alcohol. Moving away from drinking when stressed, bored, uncomfortable, or being able to get my introverted self through Social situations. My current philosophy is only well made drinks, which includes mocktails for sure, with well made people. And ultimately, that's what we're up to today. Helping you make the best decision for you. Because after all, that is woman's work. And our guest, Amanda Kuda is an alcohol free lifestyle expert, holistic life coach, and author of unbottled potential. Break up with alcohol and break through your best life. Amanda's mission is to help ambitious, soul centered women stop drinking and step into their full potential. She's here to teach us how elective sobriety can open doors we didn't even know were closed and become an important part of our personal development. Amanda, thank you so much for being here. Like many of us, I imagine your personal experiences have led you to your life's work. So would you be open to starting the conversation by sharing why you chose to eliminate alcohol from your life?
