120. Drink Less; Live Better The Book

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Hello darling heart and welcome to the Drink Less Live Better cast.

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This is the podcast that helps you to see that drinking less doesn't need to be stressful, lonely or boring.

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I'm your host Sarah Williamson, and I decided to have a year alcohol free as a little life experiment and haven't looked back.

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With my experience and training, I now help other people with their alcohol free or drink less adventures.

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You can find out more and sign up to my 5 day drink less challenge at drink less live better dot com.

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I'm here to tell you that you can relax, connect, and have fun with out alcohol in your life.

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Join me here each week to find out how.

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Well, since I last spoke to you, Drink Less, Live Better, the book has been published.

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I am delighted and blown away to be able to tell you that it hits several Amazon bestseller lists over the weekend. It feels amazing.

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The book was published on Friday, and it hit some bestseller lists then and it hit others over the weekend.

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I really can't tell you about how surprised, honored, joyful I feel about that.

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My ambition for the book was that some people somewhere might be able to find a story of hope, a story of joy between the

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pages, and I guess I just hadn't really thought about lots of people buying the book, so I couldn't be happier about it. Thank you. Thank you.

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Thank you if you have bought a copy.

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Of course, the link to be able to buy a copy is in the show notes of this podcast episode.

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The book is available on Amazon both in paperback and kindle copy, and it's available anywhere else you might like to buy

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a book, and you might just have to go into the shop and ask them to order it, but it will be available for you.

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I'm going to read you a couple of the first pages of my book, a few excerpts, some lovely things people said to me or for

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me when I was writing the book, when I was getting towards the end of the final draft.

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William Porter, author of Alcohol Explained, said, drink less, live better is a definitive guide to mind, body, and soul recovery

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set out in a readable and relatable collection of stories, insights, and teachings that inspire thought, action, and transformation. Thank you, William.

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Andy Ramage, author of the 28 Day Alcohol Free Challenge and Let's Do This, said, get this book. It might just save your life.

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Sarah is not only a fantastic coach and podcaster, she is now an incredible author. I love this book.

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Sarah has a way with words that shine through our podcast and now onto the page.

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Sarah is the queen of quit lit. A must read. Fabulous. Thank you, Andy. Lisa and Alex of Be Sober.

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Sarah is not only an incredible human being, but she's also a highly skilled and empathetic coach.

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Her book, Drink Less, Live Better, is a testament to her expertise and passion for helping people improve their lives.

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Through her insightful and practical approach, Sarah shares valuable strategies that worked for her on her journey to drink

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less and live a more fulfilling life, then provides actions for the readers at the end of each chapter.

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Her powerful insights insights will help countless people learn more about themselves and create positive change in their lives.

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We highly recommend this book to anyone seeking to improve their relationship with alcohol and live a happier, healthier life.

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Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your wisdom and expertise with the world. Thank you, Alex and Lisa.

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Nathan said, each turn of the page brings forth a fresh wave of inspiration, reminding us all of the immeasurable strength we have.

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Within these chapters, you will discover a treasure trove, an invitation to embrace the limitless possibilities of recovery

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and to find solace in the stories of someone else.

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May this book ignite a spark within you, guiding you towards your own path pathway of joyous recovery and reminding you that

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even in the face of adversity, joy can prevail. Thank you, Anita.

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Lee Watson said, this book is a fabulous resource for those who wish to address their relationship with alcohol.

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It draws on Sarah's own experiences as well as her work as a certified sober coach.

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Her non patronising approach makes this book relatable and very easy to dip in and out of as you negotiate your own path to either moderation or sobriety.

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Let Sarah guide, support, and nourish you as you start to put yourself first and give yourself the future you deserve.

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Jo Walduck said, Sarah has enormous capacity of humour, heart, and wisdom, and I'm delighted and lucky to count her among

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my most treasured friends as well as most respected colleagues.

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She is a bright, incredibly so wear your sunglasses, light in the worlds of sobriety, well-being, and life lived out loud.

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And Kelly, Kelly from Project Me, said, farewell to autopilot drinking and all the low vibes that go with it.

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Sarah is a sweet angel on your shoulder, gently and firmly reminding you that you don't need to drink to de stress, unwind, or have a good time. Thank you, Kelly.

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My sold out book launch party is the next exciting thing that I've got coming up. I've got friends coming. I've got acquaintances.

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I've got people who I do collaborative work with and clients turning up. I'm so excited. I just can't wait.

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It's in Central London at the club soda tasting rooms, and then many of us are going out for dinner afterwards. I just can't wait.

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Thank you all so much for your support, for your lovely, lovely messages. Thank you for buying the book.

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And if you've bought the book on an online platform, if you wouldn't mind very much leaving a cracking 5 star review I'd be so grateful.

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If you were gonna give it less than a 5 star review, maybe don't bother.

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You can drop me a little DM and tell me your thoughts instead.

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Thank you so much for listening in today.

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Check out the show notes on this or any other episode.

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You'll see the link to a hidden podcast to help you with your 5 PM cravings, and you'll be able to read all about my one to one coaching program. Thank you for listening in today.

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Come back again next week, and PS, I believe in

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you.