There was a time in my life when I didn’t think I deserved better than what alcohol was doing to me.I knew — intellectually — that God loved me. But I didn’t love myself. And somewhere along the way, I started believing the lie that this mess was mine to clean up alone.In this episode, I’m speaking to you the way I speak to a woman sitting across from me in coaching — honestly, gently, and without pressure. We talk about the real battle beneath drinking: the voices in your head, the shame that fuels the urge to numb, and how the enemy works through lies when we’re at our weakest.You’ll hear parts of my own story of breaking free from alcohol, how I learned to discern God’s voice from the voice of accusation, and why alcohol often shows up as a “cheap substitute” right when healing is about to happen.We talk about:Why drinking often has more to do with shame than willpowerHow the enemy whispers lies about your identity when you’re most vulnerableThe difference between conviction and condemnationWhy alcohol promises relief but ultimately deepens the painWhat it actually means to “take every thought captive”How learning to reject lies and claim truth changes everythingThis is a conversation about healing, identity, and freedom — not perfection.If this episode resonates with you, this is the kind of work we practice together inside the Sacred Sobriety Lab. You’ll find more details in the show notes, along with a special listener discount available through January.Drop us a Question or CommentBreak free from alcohol with Christ-centered guidance, community support, and powerful tools. Transform your life with the Sacred Sobriety Lab. Join today at https://SacredSobrietyLab.com. Use Code NEWYEAR20 for 20% off 👉🏻 Book a Clarity Call https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/38683 Visit my Website: https://thecatholicsobrietycoach.com