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The Sober Rebel

Louisa Evans

Some people think that being sober is boring, they may even think that if you have to go alcohol free you've somehow drawn the short straw in life.

But what if it isn't anything like that? What if it's the best thing you could ever do to level up your relationships, your mental and physical health or even your life?

In this podcast Louisa talks to her fabulous sober guests about the joys of the sober life, the fun things they’ve noticed and the amazing things they’ve tried or done since ditching the booze that they’d never have done as a drinker.

These aren’t stories about how people got sober… they’re stories about why they enjoy staying sober.

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Louisa Evans (MSc Psychology, Dip. CBH) is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society. She brings together psychological theory, CBT tools and hypnotherapy techniques to support behaviour change, including helping people change their relationship with alcohol.

For more information about therapy, or to purchase self-hypnosis downloads, visit louisaevans.com.

You can also follow Louisa on Instagram @stepping_into_sobriety, or head to Amazon to buy her book Becoming a Sober Rebel, which is also available on Audible.

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  • S6 · E24
    Yesterday · 1 hr 8 min

    Leanne on Peace, Motherhood and Achieving What She Wants in Life

    In this episode of The Sober Rebel, Louisa is joined by Leanne, and what a way to finish this season. Content note: This episode includes discussion of sexual abuse and a suicide attempt. Please take care while listening. Leanne shares her story and takes us through some of the things that have shaped her journey, from finding peace within herself and navigating the realities of motherhood to having the courage to go after what she wants in life thanks to sobriety. There is so much in this conversation about sobriety, personal growth, identity, motherhood and the freedom that comes from getting honest with yourself. It's a thoughtful, honest and uplifting conversation, and a lovely way to bring this season of The Sober Rebel to a close. Join us for the final episode of the season. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E23
    October 20 · 45 min

    Abbie on Self Confidence, Relationships and Getting Results

    In this episode of The Sober Rebel, Louisa is joined by Abigail, who shares how choosing an alcohol-free life has brought positive changes to so many different areas of her life. They discuss the difference sobriety has made to Abigail's relationships with her family, particularly her daughters, and why being a positive influence on them means so much to her. Already passionate about fitness, Abigail has noticed even better results since removing alcohol. She also talks about the confidence she's gained, the new experiences she's embraced and how sobriety has helped her return to work, including working at exhibitions. It's a lovely reminder that the benefits of sobriety extend far beyond simply not drinking, creating opportunities for personal growth, confidence and new experiences. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E22
    October 6 · 50 min

    John on Clarity, Increased Creativity and a Love of Mornings

    In this episode, Louisa is joined by John to talk about what life has looked like since he stopped drinking, and the things he’s come to value far more on the other side of it. John has lived with OCD for many years and, after getting sober, was diagnosed with ADHD. He talks about what it's been like to understand his brain differently, particularly without alcohol in the mix, and how drinking would completely wipe him out every time, affecting far more than just the hours he spent drinking. His three benefits of sobriety are clarity, his creativity and his mornings. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E21
    September 22 · 53 min

    Barbara & Rick on Confidence, Empathy and the Role of Faith

    In this episode, Louisa talks to Barbara and Rick, who have just celebrated two years of sobriety together. Faith has always been a huge part of both of their lives, with Barbara working in the church and Rick working as a funeral celebrant. They talk about how sobriety has affected their confidence, their empathy and the way they now show up in the parts of life that already mattered deeply to them. For Barbara, that growing confidence has also meant stepping forward to organise women’s events through the church. Together they reflect on what has changed over the past two years, both individually and as a couple, and what they’ve discovered about themselves along the way. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E20
    September 8 · 53 min

    Emma on Health, Wellbeing and Living a Fuller Life

    In this episode, Emma shares how, after losing her father, she turned to red wine more and more, until one day, she realised she wasn't even really that hungover and it was a massive red flag for her. She realised in that moment that she wanted to live a healthier life. Emma speaks to Louisa about her three key benefits: living healthy, nurturing well-being, and embracing a fuller life. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E19
    August 25 · 45 min

    Katie on Confidence, Health & Fitness and Purpose

    In this episode, Katie talks of having more confidence since going sober and how her health and fitness has improved as well. She shares tips to help with sober socialising and also discusses how her career change to teaching has been aided by her decision to be alcohol free. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E18
    August 11 · 54 min

    Gemma on Time, Clarity and Happiness

    In this episode, Gemma talks of having more time in sobriety and how that's had a knock on effect to other areas of her life. Increased time means increased quality time too. She also talks of the clarity she experiences now, how she sees things clearer now she isn't battling hangovers and finding genuine happiness in all the little things. It's a lovely listen. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E17
    July 28 · 57 min

    Luke on Presence with Family, Hybrid Racing and Being a Better Fitness Coach

    In this episode, Luke shares how nearly five years of sobriety has transformed far more than just his relationship with alcohol. When asked about the biggest benefits he's gained from living alcohol-free, three stood out: becoming a better father, focusing on his fitness and Hyrox training, and becoming a better coach. Luke talks honestly about how sobriety has allowed him to be more present with his family, channel his energy into his health and fitness, and show up more fully in both his personal and professional life. We also discuss how giving up alcohol didn't just remove something from his life – it created space for growth, purpose and becoming the person he wanted to be. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • July 14 · 53 min

    Lisa on Presence, Health and a Whole New Lease of Life

    In this episode, Lisa shares how sobriety has given her a whole new lease of life. When asked about the biggest benefits she's gained from living alcohol-free, three stood out: being more present, improved health, and a renewed appreciation for life. Lisa reflects on how removing alcohol has allowed her to be more present with the people and moments that matter most. She also talks about the improvements she's experienced in both her physical and mental health, and how sobriety has opened the door to a richer, fuller life than she ever imagined possible. It's a warm and inspiring conversation about what can happen when you stop simply existing and start truly living. Lisa's story is a reminder that sobriety isn't about missing out. It's about gaining far more than you ever expected. For a FREE guide to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, visit www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. YouTube: Louisa's brand new YouTube channel Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E16
    June 30 · 58 min

    Sharron on Consistency, Self-development and Authenticity

    In this episode Sharron shares her experience of how sobriety has transformed her life in ways she never expected. When asked about the biggest benefits she's gained from living alcohol-free, three stand out: consistency, self-development, and authenticity. Sharron reflected on how removing alcohol helped her become more consistent in the way she shows up for herself and others. She talks about the opportunities sobriety has given her to grow, learn, and invest in her own personal development, as well as the freedom that comes from living more authentically. It's an honest and inspiring discussion about what happens when sobriety becomes about more than simply not drinking. It's about building a life that feels aligned with your values, your goals, and who you really are. For a FREE GUIDE to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, head to www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E15
    June 16 · 57 min

    Laura on Clarity, Self Compassion and Energy

    This is an important conversation about what happens after the initial flush of sobriety. What happens if quitting alcohol unearths other things to address? The cover image sums up Laura perfectly. She’s vibrant, funny and full of life but after the 100 day milestone she was struggling. Having gone sober in the past she knew that this was the point she often returned to drinking telling herself that “I feel rubbish so what’s the point?”. This time though she got help. She was supported to dig deeper and to addresses the underlying issue. Now she’s back to her wonderfully bubbly self and her sobriety is stronger as a result. Sometimes drinking masks things that need to be dealt with. For a FREE GUIDE to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, head to www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E14
    June 2 · 56 min

    Hazel on Self Trust, Personal Growth and Becoming the Best Grandma

    In this episode, Hazel talks about her three biggest benefits of becoming alcohol-free: rebuilding self-trust, embracing personal growth, and becoming the best grandma she can be. Listening to Hazel's story is a powerful reminder that sobriety isn't just about stopping drinking. It's about discovering what becomes possible when alcohol is no longer taking up space in your life. Through her honesty and warmth, Hazel shares how giving up alcohol allowed her to trust herself again, continue growing as a person, and show up fully for the people she loves most. It's a wonderful conversation and Hazel is an inspiring lady. For a FREE GUIDE to help you through the first few weeks of sobriety, head to www.louisaevans.com. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E13
    May 18 · 59 min

    Sammy on Restorative Sleep, Zero Hangxiety and Family Presence

    In this episode Sammy talks about her three benefits of getting restorative sleep, having zero ‘hanxiety’ and the family presence that she cherishes. When you listen to what Sammy has dealt with in the first nine months of sobriety it really does demonstrate how being alcohol free is a superpower, even in tough times. From a cancer diagnosis and her husband being hospitalised with meningitis through to losing her beautiful dog, Rupert, she’s remained sober through it all. It’s an amazing listen and she's an amazing lady. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E12
    May 5 · 1 hr 4 min

    Erica on Acceptance, Connection and Forgiving Herself

    In this episode, Erica shares her sober journey so far. Her instagram handle @sober_for_the_health_of_it, really sums it up as she's really had some worrying and low moments with her drinking and on her road to recovery. She talks about so many topics including the health benefits of sobriety, menopause and how putting her sobriety first has really helped her in all areas of her life. Now she's celebrating 9 years of sober freedom, it's a really emotional and honest conversation of what it took to get where she is today. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E11
    April 21 · 58 min

    Katie on Sleep, Self Respect and Self Confidence

    In this episode, Katie shares her experience as she approaches one year sober. She talks about what it means to have faith in yourself, even when things feel uncomfortable, and how sobriety has shown her that she can do hard things without quitting. This is a conversation about being a work in progress rather than trying to fix everything at once, and learning to trust that change comes through consistency. Katie also reflects on how her sleep has improved since removing alcohol, and the difference that has made to her energy and daily life. It’s an honest look at commitment, self-trust and staying the course. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E10
    April 7 · 1 hr 1 min

    James on Work, Interpersonal Relationships and a Drive to Live Life to the Full

    In this episode, Louisa is joined by James who went sober at the end of 2022. James talks about how sobriety unlocked the opportunity for him to own his own Pilates studio in Margate, stepping away from the hustle of London. He also explores the shift in how work feels when you’re no longer just getting through the day, but actually engaging with it in a more intentional way and how interpersonal relationships change. A central theme throughout this conversation is James’ drive to live life fully from a place of presence, clarity, and a deeper connection to what matters. This episode offers a real perspective on what changes when alcohol is no longer part of the picture, and what becomes possible when you start living with more awareness and purpose. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E9
    March 23 · 59 min

    Olivia on Growth, Feeling Good About Herself and Experiencing Magic

    In this episode, Louisa is joined by Olivia, who has been sober for eight years and brings a grounded, deeply wise perspective to the conversation. They explore Olivia’s journey into sobriety and how it has transformed not only her life, but the way she feels about herself. Olivia shares her thoughts on experiencing more magic in everyday life without alcohol, and how sobriety has allowed her to cultivate self-trust, authenticity and a genuine sense of inner peace. This is a calm, reflective, and uplifting episode that gently reminds listeners of the richness that sobriety can offer. Olivia is a Trauma-Informed Alcohol-Free Coach and Mentor with an MSc in Health Psychology and the host of the podcast, No More Booze. You'll find her on Instagram here @greyareadrinker. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S6 · E8
    March 10 · 56 min

    Tracey on Peace, Remembering Every Second and Inspiring Others

    The podcast is back after a short break. In this episode Louisa talks to Tracey who celebrated two years sobriety at Christmas. Tracey talks about how sneaky she would be as a drinker even though to the outside world she only drank a couple of times a week, she still didn't feel she had an off switch. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more on her website. Useful links: Instagram: @stepping_into_sobriety - for daily sober encouragement Substack: Beyond Sobriety.- weekly articles, relaxation downloads and community, focussed on thriving in a sober life. Audible: Becoming a Sober Rebel - audiobook on how Louisa stepped into sobriety on her own terms. Don’t forget, as a Sober Rebel listener, you can get a 30% discount off the Sober Resilience Online Course using code RESILIENCE544 and you will also be able to buy one get one free on all hypnosis recordings on Louisa's website using code SOBERREBEL.

  • S7 · E31
    January 31 · 17 min

    January Series 2026 | Day 31 | Freedom & Not Loss

    Welcome back to Louisa’s January Series. After the success of the 2024 series, she wanted to return with something deeper, more practical and more psychology-led for 2026. In this episode, the topic is in the many gains you'll have experienced in this month and will ask you to consider extending your sobriety for longer to see what else could happen... Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more at www.louisaevans.com. She specialises in helping people change their relationship with alcohol in a grounded and realistic way, using a blend of cognitive behavioural approaches, emotional regulation, habit science and nervous system understanding. Her work focuses on grey area drinking, midlife identity shifts, and supporting people who want sobriety to feel steadier, clearer and more sustainable. For listeners who want extra support during this month and beyond, Louisa’s course Sober Resilience is available with a thirty percent discount throughout the series using the code DRYJAN26. The course includes practical tools for cravings, emotional steadiness, behavioural patterns, routines and the predictable identity wobble that often appears in early sobriety. Louisa is known for her direct, psychology-led approach and her ability to make sobriety feel accessible rather than overwhelming. Her work is centred on clarity, honesty and understanding the patterns underneath drinking, rather than relying on force or perfectionism.

  • S7 · E30
    January 30 · 15 min

    January Series 2026 | Day 30 | Others Reflections Of Sobriety

    Welcome back to Louisa’s January Series. After the success of the 2024 series, she wanted to return with something deeper, more practical and more psychology-led for 2026. Today the focus is on other people's reflections on their sobriety, including the many guests on the regular Sober Rebel podcast and those amazing women who took part in Louisa's MSc Psychology interviews for her dissertation on Alcohol, Sobriety and Menopause. Louisa is a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society based in the UK and works with clients worldwide via Zoom. She supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol and also works with anxiety, low mood and overthinking. If you’d like to explore 1 to 1 support, you can find out more at www.louisaevans.com. She specialises in helping people change their relationship with alcohol in a grounded and realistic way, using a blend of cognitive behavioural approaches, emotional regulation, habit science and nervous system understanding. Her work focuses on grey area drinking, midlife identity shifts, and supporting people who want sobriety to feel steadier, clearer and more sustainable. For listeners who want extra support during this month and beyond, Louisa’s course Sober Resilience is available with a thirty percent discount throughout the series using the code DRYJAN26. The course includes practical tools for cravings, emotional steadiness, behavioural patterns, routines and the predictable identity wobble that often appears in early sobriety. Louisa is known for her direct, psychology-led approach and her ability to make sobriety feel accessible rather than overwhelming. Her work is centred on clarity, honesty and understanding the patterns underneath drinking, rather than relying on force or perfectionism.

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