Going alcohol-free was one of the most empowering things Jen Hirst has ever done – and now, she’s an icon  in the alcohol-free industry. But you might not know where she started and the lows she experienced before turning her life around.  

Alcohol abuse led Jen to lose her job, her car, and almost her marriage. In her darkest moments, she found herself drinking mouthwash, blacking out, and blowing a .34 on the BAC scale. 

Her conversation with Karolina reveals not only her decision to go alcohol-free after years of struggling with drinking, but why she kept it a secret before ultimately launching her empire.

Today, Jen is the founder of Lighthouse Sobriety, which marries fitness and daily habits to help women go alcohol-free. She is also an alum of Karolina’s Empowered AF Coach Certification program. 

Jen is the definition of a true trailblazer in the alcohol-free industry and a beacon of hope for those struggling with alcohol. Here, she shares the habits that spurred her personal growth and made all the difference for her and her clients, helping them remain resilient and become excited about the life before them.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• How Jen transitioned from a "closet alcoholic" – who at her lowest found herself drinking mouthwash and rubbing alcohol – to celebrating over 11 years alcohol-free
• The life-changing decision to go public with her sobriety and become a sober coach – and the realization that sobriety is something to be incredibly proud of
• Jen’s approach to help clients create new habits, including the daily 5 that she credits with much of her success. 
• The power of consistency and connecting with your bigger “why” – plus, Jen’s visualization that changed her life

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Follow Jen Hirst on Instagram, learn about Lighthouse Sobriety, and read one of Jen’s favorite books, You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Have you ever wanted to go after something but your ego told you it was too late?

Well, that ego of yours was wrong. It is never too late, and you’re never too old! That is just a BS story you’ve been telling yourself, and today’s guest, Rebecca Guevara-Wingler, stands as proof that you have permission. 

After a long corporate career, Rebecca became an artist in her 50s. In her 60s, she became a healing facilitator. Now, she leads retreats around the world, helping people experience healing and spiritual depth through the lens of art. 

And the best part? Becoming alcohol-free was the secret ingredient that opened the floodgates to her truest self.

We’re so creative when we’re children, dabbling in beautiful creative expressions – only to zip it up in adulthood. Like lots of people, Rebecca’s art fell to the wayside while raising and providing for her family. Tapping back into her creative self unlocked parts of her she didn’t even know existed.

In this episode, Rebecca shares profound insights on overcoming self-imposed limitations, debunking myths like alcohol-fueled creativity, and finding inspiration in spirituality and nature. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Rebecca’s breakthrough to artistry in her 50s – emphasizing that it’s never too late to shift from your corporate career and follow your dreams
• Why alcohol blocks creativity and spiritual connection, contrary to the romanticized notion of the “suffering artist”
• Tapping into true self-expression using Rebecca’s transformative "Color Language of the Soul" techniques to unleash emotions and connect with your essence
• Rebecca’s retreat sneak peek: a transformative, substance-free retreat with art, yoga, cultural immersion, and self-expression in Guatemala

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Follow Rebecca on Instagram, visit her website, and learn about her upcoming retreat in Guatemala. 

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Imagine going to a routine physical and walking away with life-changing news. How would you respond? How quickly would you implement change to radically transform your health?

After losing a dear friend who was alcohol dependent, Melissa McGovern fell into some unhealthy patterns, drinking and indulging in comfort foods. Then everything changed in August 2023.

Her blood work showed high liver enzymes. High cholesterol. High blood pressure. Her doctor was very concerned. She knew she had to make a change, and FAST.

After that doctor’s visit, Melissa quit drinking and changed her diet, losing a staggering 30 pounds in just 3 months. And now at age 53, she’s an alcohol-free coach, an alum of Karolina’s Empowered AF Coach Certification program, and she is SLAYING. 

This episode is so moving, and Melissa’s incredible transformation in such a short time is truly astounding. Get your tissues ready!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Melissa’s journey from alcohol dependence to discovering a vibrant, purpose-driven life, from not knowing what a limiting belief was to becoming a “limiting belief sleuth”
• How quitting drinking drastically reduced Melissa’s cholesterol and A1C levels
• The wake-up call and heartbreaking loss of Melissa’s friend, who was struggling with alcohol abuse and how his loss fueled a deep purpose within Melissa 
• The difference the physical changes made to Melissa’s mental health (and the techniques she used to get in touch with the confident version of herself she used to be!)

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

If this story was touching to you and you want to work with Melissa, visit her website, The Sober New Yorker, follow her on Instagram and listen to her podcast.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Going alcohol-free is one of the best things you can do for your health. But what about after that? What are the next steps?

Megan Swan is a guru on women’s wellness who works with high-performing, high-achieving women. In this episode, she and Karolina talk about how to think about your wellness differently so it’s easier to incorporate into your life.

Megan and Karolina met years ago, and she actually just graduated from the Empowered AF Coach Certification program (plus, she led a yoga class and shared incredible wellness rituals at the retreat, too!)

If your holistic wellness routines are taking a backseat as you tackle your most ambitious goals, Megan will inspire you to prioritize your health so you can get to the next level without burning out. 

She even debunks myths about sugar (just eat the damn fruit!), will help you find ways to “sneak in” movement, AND build a bank of healthy, guilt-free meals to pull from.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• How removing alcohol and embracing fruits, veggies, and fermented foods can supercharge your digestion
• Megan’s 7-year alcohol-free milestone, and why she feels better than she ever has at age 45
• Eating intuitively, debunking diet myths, removing food guilt, and why there’s no one-size-fits-all solution
• Manageable changes you can make to integrate wellness into your busy life more seamlessly and superfoods to incorporate into your diet

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Listen to Megan’s podcast, Wellness as a Way of Life, follow her on Instagram, and visit her website. (Also, if you liked this episode, be sure to listen to Episode 125, which also features Megan!)

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

What decisions are holding you back from entering your "Big Moves" era?

Karolina recently coined the term when she was stuck in the dreaded waiting game, unable to make a series of decisions until a certain one was finalized.

Where can you say YES to your heart without over-analyzing everything?

When a decision feels like a “hell yes!” but we fail to take action, we lose steam and feel weird or guilty about it. Waiting creates anxiety, and stagnation. 

It can make you feel powerless.

Karolina talks about the power of making those gutsy “hell yes!” decisions – leading to a spontaneous trip to Mexico, a business retreat in Brazil, and how exhilarating and transformative the resulting domino effect can be for future decision-making.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling way too many open tabs in life, this episode is your wake-up call to make those monumental changes you've been dreaming about.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Karolina's "Big Moves Era" and how you can make quick, powerful decisions to supercharge your life
• The “waiting game” – how we fall victim to it, and the big decisive moves that can bust us out of it and elevate our personal and professional life to unprecedented heights
• How understanding your human design type can revolutionize the way you make decisions – especially those “hell yes!” decisions
• Why sometimes indecision – or just putting off a big decision because circumstances aren’t perfect – is actually worse than telling yourself no
• Practical tips to start acting like the future, super-successful version of yourself right now

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Learn how your personality best makes decisions by discovering your Human Design type.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Can you even believe that just fifty years ago, a woman needed a man to cosign on a business loan or open a checking account?

Women weathered so many wars, famine, and poverty back in the day. With raw resilience, they survived against immense odds.

But in our current reality, opportunity sits at our fingertips. You can start a business, write a book, or create a film with NO gatekeeper required. 

It’s a new world out there! The kind of reality our mothers, grandmothers, and even Karolina’s ancestors in Poland fought for. So here’s an important question for you:

Are you going to honor your ancestors’ sacrifices and follow your big, bold dreams?

If quitting your 9-to-5 sounds overwhelming, it might be that you haven’t fully stepped into your power and purpose. 

And when you do, it will bring such energy and passion that it will spill over into so many other areas of your life.

If you need help finding your power and purpose, there’s ONE SPOT left in our Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program, which includes a certification to become an alcohol-free life coach along with 4 other modalities. Apply today!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Drawing strength from our ancestors' survival stories to fuel our journeys and how seizing modern opportunities is a tribute to those who paved the way
• Karolina’s ancestors in Poland during World Wars I & II, and what her parents went through to emigrate to the U.S. from Poland after the fall of communism
• The role of subconscious programming in determining our beliefs about what is possible based on the realities we see as children and young adults
• The goals that have gatekeepers and the goals that don’t, and why it’s safer to bet on ourselves than an employer
• The possibilities that exist when we’ve stepped into our power and purpose: the energy we feel, and the spillover into all areas of our lives

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

If you know you’re meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), apply for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free coach. 

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

If you're still in the process of reevaluating alcohol on your own right now, I invite you to join Become Euphoric first, which will help you lose the desire to drink. 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

This is the story of how Karolina almost lost $1 million dollars.

Today, she pulls back the curtain on her own journey from a stressed out in her cubicle to becoming a wildly successful entrepreneur and globe-trotting author.

But there was a time when she didn’t feel she could move forward with this dream. 

Karolina had so many doubts, fears, and insecurities, especially about showing up online and looking cringe.

If she hadn’t mustered up the bravery, she would have missed out on well over $1 MILLION dollars her boutique coaching business has generated.

Our brains are evolutionarily built to look out for the negative. 

Have you ever told yourself you’re not ready, too old, too young, or not confident enough? Or that the world isn’t ready and your dreams are silly? 

You’ll learn exactly how to rewire your self-doubt, and hear straight from Karolina why being brave isn’t something we’re born with – but instead, a decision we make.

If you’re looking to change your life (and other people’s lives) and join the alcohol-free movement, get certified as an alcohol-free life coach along with 4 other modalities in the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program. Last day to submit your application is October 15.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• How a lack of confidence almost cost Karolina over $1 million, and why stepping into your bravery can lead to unimaginable success
• How to get over your fear of looking cringe
• Karolina was a life-long underearner, until she wasn’t. Learn how Karolina shifted her mindset from under-earning to building a thriving coaching business and how you can reprogram your brain for unstoppable success
• The explosive growth of the alcohol-free movement and why it's never too late to join in, reinvent your relationship with alcohol, and lead a more fulfilling and profitable life
• The fear wrapped up in standing in our authenticity for fear of being made fun of for following our dreams

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

If you know you’re meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), apply for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free coach. 

Listen to the recent episode, What I Wish I Knew When Starting My Business Part 2.

Karolina loves You Are a Badass and You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

If you're still in the process of reevaluating alcohol on your own right now, I invite you to join Become Euphoric first, which will help you lose the desire to drink.

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true.

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

What would it mean to you to forever change the trajectory of someone else’s life?

Because that’s what helping a person redefine their relationship with alcohol can do. It catalyzes profound changes not just for them, but for society as a whole.

When Karolina stopped drinking, the alcohol-free movement was small. It was hard to find people who decided to eliminate drinking just because it didn’t fit in with what they wanted out of life. Today, the movement has grown and it is igniting!

More and more people are reevaluating their relationship with alcohol.

Imagine if every individual, empowered by their own alcohol-free journey, inspired others? Think about the freedom and potential it would create. It’s a major grassroots movement for change.

And Karolina wants to see MORE leaders in the alcohol-free space, because that’s how the world changes: with all of us standing up and doing our part.

If you know you are meant to be a leader in the alcohol-free movement, get certified as an alcohol-free life coach along with 4 other modalities in the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The underrecognized health dangers of alcohol, from heart disease to brain damage, and why many of these aren't correctly attributed to alcohol consumption
• Similarities between alcohol and cigarette marketing, targeting youth to create lifelong customers
• Shocking stats about alcohol, including: 60% of people over-drink; 52% want to drink less; and 88% are metabolically unhealthy
• How addressing alcohol issues can trigger a cascade of positive transformations in health, career satisfaction, and overall life purpose
• Incredible stories of impact and transformation and how to be part of this grassroots movement with Karolina!

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

In this episode Karolina mentions Annie Grace’s book, This Naked Mind. 

If you know you’re meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), apply for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free coach. 

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

If you're still in the process of reevaluating alcohol on your own right now, I invite you to join Become Euphoric first, which will support you in reprogramming your subconscious mind.

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Sometimes going alcohol-free can bring up some uncomfortable emotions.

This is the situation today’s guest, Didi Jordan, found herself in during her third month of not drinking. With alcohol no longer there to mask her insecurities, Didi found herself having to sit with all kinds of personal anxieties, from aging to body image.

But, as she can attest now, this is where the magic happens. When we sit with those uncomfortable emotions: that’s when we find emotional freedom and unlock our potential.

Didi is an alum of the Become Emboldened and Empowered AF Coaching Certification programs which helped her go from starting from scratch to now a global brand that has popularized the concept of a sober chapter, which has inspired her business, podcast, and her soon-to-be book.

If you love spirituality and are into signs and serendipities, then this episode is for you. There’s something about having somebody on the podcast who’s been through the whole process of going alcohol-free and discovering her deeper purpose. 

If you know you’re meant to be a leader in the alcohol-free movement, get certified as an alcohol-free life coach along with 4 other modalities in the "Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program"

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Didi’s transformation from a party girl struggling with anxiety and shame to a respected coach helping others achieve personal growth and sobriety
• The concept of a "sober chapter" and how taking 22 months off alcohol led Didi to significant personal and professional breakthroughs
• Didi’s global coaching business, Sober Chapters, her podcast, her upcoming events, and her upcoming book
• Real-life experiences of spirituality and self-discovery, including Didi’s interpretation of the number "69" as a meaningful sign
• Didi’s advice on recognizing and understanding fear-based patterns, and her realization that many successful leaders avoid alcohol for greater personal growth
• The concept that “feeling is healing,” and the power in learning to sit with our emotions (especially those we might have masked with alcohol)

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Follow Didi and learn about Sober Chapters, listen to her podcast, The Sober Chapters Podcast, and read the book she recommended, Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill. 

Sign up for Karolina’s FREE masterclass, How I Made My First Six Figures Off My Passion, and learn how to harness your transformation and translate it into multiple streams of income.

If you know you’re meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), - apply for the "Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program" – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free coach.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

If you're still in the process of reevaluating alcohol on your own right now, I invite you to join Become Euphoric first, which will support you in reprogramming your subconscious mind.

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Imagine attending a party where you could step into the shoes of your future self.

At this party, you would have already experienced the success you dream of: you’d have written the bestseller, started the uber-successful business, and booked the all-star clients. You’d perform the role in costume with props and conviction.

This kind of party was one of the highlights of the recent Empowered AF 5X Certification program retreat in Palm Springs. It was a weekend Karolina will never forget, and in this episode, she talks about the highlights – and how to take part yourself.

To some people, this kind of party might seem silly – or even crazy! – but performing this act among people who believe it’s possible for you can help you visualize these plans and make them feel not only attainable, but absolute.

If you want to join this type of next-level community filled with people who believe in you, apply for the "Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program" – which includes FIVE certifications in different modalities, an all-expenses paid weekend retreat, and a four-month business mastermind.

And be sure to attend Karolina’s FREE masterclass, How I Made My First Six Figures Off My Passion, about how to harness your transformation and translate it into multiple streams of income on September 25 (replays available!) which is the last free event of the year.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The impact of visualizing your success by embodying your five-year future self at an alcohol-free “Come as You Will Be” party (coined by Jack Canfield)
• Karolina’s free masterclass, “How I Made My First Six Figures Off My Passion” on Wednesday, September 25, at 11 a.m. PST (2 p.m. EST)
• The importance of being able to lean into our deeper why and looking at “hard things” in the context of what some of our ancestors had to go through
• The life-changing wisdom of Tony Robbins and the power of being with people who believe that anything is possible for you
• The amazing coaching opportunities that exist in all industries, from health and wellness to business

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Karolina is hosting a FREE masterclass, How I Made My First Six Figures Off My Passion, about how to harness your transformation and translate it into multiple streams of income, on September 25, with replays available. 

If you want a next-level community filled with people who believe in you, apply for the "Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program" – which includes FIVE certifications in different modalities, an all-expenses paid weekend retreat, and a four-month business mastermind. 

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Applications are now open for The Empowered AF 5x Coach Certification. The next cohort starts in October. Learn more here and apply!

If you're still in the process of reevaluating alcohol on your own right now, I invite you to join Become Euphoric first, which will support you in reprogramming your subconscious mind.

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review!

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Karolina used to think the most successful people in life started out with confidence.

But here’s the raw truth: a lot of us DON’T start with confidence.

What you really need is the courage to take that first leap. Courage is a choice. Investing in your dream might feel hard, but confidence will follow as you practice and commit. 

This is the second installment of a two-part episode about what Karolina wishes she knew when she started her business. (Make sure you listen to Part 1 if you haven’t already!)

Karolina talks about the choice to be courageous, why she invested $24,000 in a mastermind, the risks and rewards of entrepreneurship, and how to get out of an employee mindset.

People whose businesses take off aren’t necessarily smarter. They’re just brave enough to take action faster. Consequently, they fail faster and reach success faster, too.

If you want to have more impact, freedom and autonomy in your career and become a highly sought after coach, apply for the "Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program" – which includes FIVE certifications in different modalities, all expenses paid weekend retreat, and four month business mastermind.

Don’t miss your chance to apply now and join the Fall 2024 cohort, which starts in mid-October.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The #1 expense associated with an online business – and why it’s the most worthwhile investment
• Employee mindsets vs. entrepreneurial mindsets (and the benefits of having skin in the game vs. hanging out in your comfort zone for too long)
• Karolina’s favorite practical tips for embracing fear and how to bounce back after setbacks
• The staggering statistic about millionaires, and the percentage of them who are entrepreneurs!
• The traits that ALL successful people share and the speed with which they make decisions

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Applications are now open for The Empowered AF 5x Coach Certification. The next cohort starts in October. Learn more here and apply!

If you're still in the process of reevaluating alcohol on your own right now, I invite you to join Become Euphoric first, which will support you in reprogramming your subconscious mind.

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review!

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.