The Truth About “Mommy Wine Culture” | Over 50 & Flourishing
In this episode, I'm joined by intuitive drinking coach Colleen Freeland for a conversation about the emotional reasons so many women turn to alcohol. We talk about why drinking has become so normalized, how wine can quietly become a coping mechanism, the connection between loneliness, stress, and overdrinking, and why true change isn't about willpower; it's about understanding what's really driving the habit. If you've ever questioned your relationship with alcohol or felt stuck in patterns you can't seem to break, this conversation offers a different perspective. Chapters 0:00 Intro: Meet Colleen Freeland, Intuitive Drinking Coach 1:52 How Society Normalized Alcohol 2:37 Her Story 6:13 Alcohol Use Disorder vs "Alcoholic" Identity 17:35 Midlife- the Perfect Storm 24:36 Colleen's Path From AA to Coaching 26:56 Debunking Once an Alcoholic, Always an Alcoholic 28:08 Regulated vs Dysregulated Nervous System 37:48 Redefining Self-Worth 46:27 Two Truths: Not All Good or All Bad 50:28 Healing Your Relationship With Yourself 55:19 Family Pressure & Social Pushback 59:41 What Is Mindful Drinking? 1:01:05 Trusting Yourself to Learn, Not to Be Perfect 1:05:48 Where to Find Colleen For more on Colleen, follow her on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehangoverwhisperer Website: https://emotionalsobrietycoaching.com/ Listen to her podcast, ‘It’s Not About The Alcohol’: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-not-about-the-alcohol/id1654335817 Thanks to my Sponsors: Honeylove: Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/OVER50 #honeylovepod Lola Blankets: Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://Lolablankets.com by using code FLOURISHING at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Manukora: Head to https://Manukora.com/FLOURISHING to save 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts Qualia Life Sciences: Go to https://qualialife.com/FLOURISHING for 50% off and use the code FLOURISHING for an additional 15% off your order. Jones Road Beauty: Use code FLOURISHING at https://jonesroadbeauty.com to get a free gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Alloy: Try the original estrogen-powered M4 skincare from Alloy. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code FLOURISHING for $20 off your first order! Quince: Go to https://Quince.com/FLOURISHING to get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Keep in Touch: Website: https://dominiquesachse.tv/ Book: https://dominiquesachse.tv/book/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/dominiquesachse/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DominiqueSachse/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dominiquesachsetv Have a question for Dominique? Submit it here for a chance to have it answered on the show! https://forms.gle/MpTeWN1oKN8t18pm6 Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email courtney@dominiquesachse.tv We want to make the podcast even better. Help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media ----------- Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subdominique Watch the latest videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuSYHIQgfhzmQ9dOJI_c3N7L&playnext=1&index=2 Watch more Dominique Sachse: Beauty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDHJ901QU_Q&list=PLKUX44R3MbuSDQV7BzvQxMrVeVZfGBCcD Lifestyle Tips & Tricks: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuR3sX61i9QiwnOBr61tEMc_&playnext=1 Most Popular: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuTDh-LeJThrmz5XBrjQxbob&playnext=1 Follow Dominique Sachse: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse Instagram: https://instagram.com/dominiquesachse Facebook: https://facebook.com/DominiqueSachse Check out my website: http://dominiquesachse.tv You can order a copy of my new book LIFE MAKEOVER - Embrace The Bold, Beautiful, & Blessed YOU here: https://www.dominiquesachse.tv/book/ Each product I feature is something I have used and loved and wanted to share with you. I choose 100% of the products I feature and do not ever recommend anything I haven't personally used myself. Links in my description may be affiliated and are a wonderful way to show your support, allowing me to continue spreading beauty and boldness. About Dominique Sachse: Welcome to the official Dominique Sachse YouTube channel! On this channel, you’ll find inspiring “Yes, you can do it!” tips for transformative hair and makeup, fashion - and health and wellness related content for the mature woman who’s in her PRIME! I enjoy sharing my life with you through my vlogs, how-to live YOUR best life through Q & A videos and so much more, all with a touch of faith and affirmation. #DominiqueSachse #Podcast #Alcoholism
