Is moderation possible, and how do you know if it's working?

In this episode, we take a clear, non-judgmental look at moderation and what it really requires. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can moderate your drinking—or whether you should quit completely—this conversation will help you evaluate your options more honestly.

We explore:

• what alcohol moderation actually means in practice (rules, limits, and decision-making);
• the cognitive and emotional effort required to moderate drinking;
• how to define success beyond just the number of drinks;
• the hidden costs and benefits of trying to drink in moderation.

Moderation isn’t morally superior or inferior to sobriety. It’s just a kind of relationship you can choose to have with alcohol. And like any relationship, it either works for you or it doesn’t.

If you’re trying to cut back on alcohol, moderate your drinking, or decide between moderation and sobriety, this episode will help you make a choice that aligns with your long-term goals.

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When I tell people I’m a hypnotist, they usually picture one of two things: stage shows with people clucking like chickens… or some kind of mind control.

In this episode, I’m breaking down what hypnosis actually is, what it isn’t, and how I use it to help clients change their relationship with alcohol.

If you’ve ever wondered why you keep pouring a drink even when you’ve decided not to, this is where hypnosis becomes relevant. Because the problem isn’t a lack of information or lack of willpower. It’s that some behaviors have become so deeply ingrained that we do them on autopilot.

Inside this episode, I cover:

• how your drinking habits get wired into the unconscious;
• what trance really is (and that you're more familiar with it than you might realize)
• what hypnosis actually looks like in practice (no swinging watches in my sessions!);
• how hypnosis can help you change your relationship with alcohol, regardless of what your long-term goals are.

Hypnosis isn’t magic, and it’s not something done to you. It’s a co-creative process that helps you align your behavior with who you actually want to be.

If you’re stuck in knowing what to do but struggling to follow through, this episode will show you a different path to the changes you want to make.

And if you're ready to experience hypnosis for yourself, book a free consultation with me and let's talk!

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: adriana@adrianacloud.com

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Valentine’s Day is coming up, so in this episode we’re talking about dating and drinking—and how to date when you’re sober or sober-curious.

If you’re on the dating apps, going on first or second dates, or getting to know someone new, alcohol can feel like part of the deal: a drink to calm your nerves, make conversation easier, or help you feel more confident.

But what if you don’t want to drink—or you’re trying to drink less?

In this episode, I talk about how to navigate early dating without relying on alcohol, including:

• whether (and when) to tell people you’re not drinking;
• planning dates that don’t revolve around drinking;
• setting boundaries around your date’s drinking and having your own back;
• what alcohol actually does (and doesn’t do) for anxiety, confidence, attraction, and getting in the mood for physical intimacy;
• the benefits of sober dating, even if it feels awkward at first.

Whether you’re newly sober, working on cutting back, or just questioning how alcohol fits into your dating life, this episode will help you approach dating with more clarity and self-trust—especially during a season when every store, restaurant, and ad is telling you that alcohol and romance go hand in hand.

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Grab my free guide "7 Steps to Kickstart Your Sobriety": https://www.adrianacloud.com/7-steps

Book a free consultation: https://acloudcoaching.as.me/consult

Get in touch with questions or comments: adriana@adrianacloud.com

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