Shame, Stress, and a Glass of Wine: Finding Freedom with The Hangover Whisperer, Colleen Cashman

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In this episode, I sit down with Colleen Cashman, also known as The Hangover Whisperer, an intuitive drinking coach who helps high-achieving women reduce their alcohol consumption by 80%—without quitting entirely.

Colleen shares her personal journey from 15 years of daily drinking to finding balance, freedom, and emotional sobriety.

We discuss:

• Why alcohol is often a coping mechanism for perfectionism, overwork, and unmet emotional needs.
• The difference between alcohol use disorder and addiction.
• How shame perpetuates unhealthy drinking habits.
• The importance of nervous system regulation and self-compassion in creating lasting change.
• Why small, sustainable changes are the key to transforming your relationship with alcohol—and with yourself.

Whether you’re curious about intuitive drinking, struggling with guilt or shame around alcohol, or looking for inspiration to rewrite your story, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and hope.

Connect with Colleen Cashman

• Podcast: It’s Not About the Alcohol – new episodes 3x per week!
• Instagram: @thehangoverwhisperer
• Private Podcast: Head over to IG to find out how to get you're hands on Colleen's private podcast!

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