Mindful Drinking and Moderation in Midlife: How to Drink Less, On Your Terms
**A Spotify 'Rising Star' show** Practical moderation for the way you want to live.
Why can't I drink like I used to? How do I drink less without quitting completely? Should I go for low, no or light alcohol drinks? Why do alcohol-free drinks cost so much?
If you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond and asking these questions, this is your podcast.
Welcome to the essential show for midlife adults who want to drink less, on their own terms—without the pressure to quit completely, follow rigid rules, or label themselves as sober.
I'm Denise Hamilton-Mace, your mindful drinking mentor, writer and public speaker on all things low, no and light. Each week, I help stressed parents and busy midlife adults navigate their relationship with alcohol through practical approaches grounded in real-world experience and behaviour change strategy, not willpower or wellness culture
What you'll get:
Mindful Moderation Solo Episodes – Deep-dives answering the questions that matter to sophisticated drinkers who want to moderate smartly:
- How do I cut back when my partner still drinks at home?
- What really works: willpower vs. strategy?
- Why do premium alcohol-free drinks cost the same as full-strength versions?
- How do I navigate social situations when I'm the only one moderating?
This podcast is for you if:
- You're looking for practical advice that fits your demanding life, not another wellness overhaul
- You recognise that coasting with mid-strength drinks, zebra-striping, or bookending your evening with something non-alcoholic are all valid strategies
- You want better mornings without giving up celebrating life's special moments
This isn't about going completely dry or reinventing yourself. It's about keeping energy for what matters most: family, health, career, and living life on your own terms.
Join the moderation revolution happening in midlife – because while Gen Z gets the headlines, you're the one actually doing it.
Mindful Drinking and Moderation in Midlife: How to Drink Less, On Your Terms
187. Introducing 'Everyone's Asking': Your Most-Asked Questions About Mindful Drinking
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Summer holidays are a lot. Whether you're feeding and funding teenagers, entertaining little ones round the clock, or just can't get anything done because everyone else is away — this season is a kicker for all of us.
So this summer, I'm introducing 'Everyone's Asking', a six-week mini-series answering the questions I get asked again and again — in emails, in comments, in mentoring sessions — after nearly 200 episodes of this show.
Each episode is a little shorter than usual and packed with answers, covering everything from whether moderation is really possible, to drinking less without giving it up, navigating social life and relationships, why you drink the way you do, getting back on track after a slip, and what life looks like once moderation starts to stick.
New to the show? Consider this your summer quick-start guide. Been here a while? This is where we pull all our foundational thinking together in one place.
Got a question you want answered? Head to the show notes and send it over. And make sure you're following or subscribing so every new episode lands straight in your feed.
Because I don't want you to miss a single answer on the way to taking back the power of choice from alcohol.
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🌱 Ready for real change in the way you drink? - https://www.lownodrinker.com/4weekreset
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❓ Take the Midlife Drinking Triggers Quiz - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68dd33385bb4a20015996a13
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Get the Beginner's Guide to Mindful Drinking - Launching Soon - https://lownodrinker.com/
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