Sara and Heather celebrate Sara's five-year alcohol-free anniversary. After recapping personal milestones like birthdays and Mother's Day, Sara shares five valuable lessons she'd tell her past drinking self, such as recognizing the hidden stress alcohol causes and understanding its addictive nature. Together, they emphasize the possibilities and joys of an alcohol-free life, offering hope and inspiration to listeners.   00:00 Welcome & Personal Updates: Celebrations and Reflections 00:52 Discussing Sober Birthdays and Mother's Day Experiences 05:00 Introducing the Daymakers Community 05:43 Celebrating Five Years Alcohol-Free: A Personal Journey 06:49 Adding to the Flock: A Unique Anniversary Celebration 08:39 Advice to My Drinking Self: Reflecting on Five Years of Sobriety 18:28 Meet Heather: Your Guide to Joy and Freedom 19:20 Five Life-Changing Insights for My Past Drinking Self 19:39 #1: The Truth About Being 'Tired' 21:59 #2: Finding Patience and Reducing Stress Without Alcohol 25:21 #3: Rethinking Alcoholism and Addiction 28:33 #4: Embracing Fun and Freedom in Sobriety 31:13 #5: Building a Dream Life Beyond Alcohol 32:55 Inspiring Final Thoughts and Community Encouragement ************************************************   Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community.  CLICK HERE for all the details.Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey?  Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach.  CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today. ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media:IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial   Follow Heather on Social Media:IG: @accordingtohpg TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach