How To Reframe Drinking Mistakes with Curiosity, Not Criticism | Jennifer's Naked Life | E856

This Naked Mind Podcast

Annie Grace

Education, Self-improvement

4.7 • 2.7K Ratings

🗓️ 22 November 2025

⏱️ 47 minutes

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Summary

How do you learn how to get over drunken mistakes when the same patterns keep repeating? Jennifer spent years convincing herself that each catastrophic night was just an isolated incident—until she couldn't ignore the data points anymore. Raised to suppress her emotions in a predominantly white neighborhood as a Salvadorian, she developed an identity crisis early on that followed her into adulthood. From blackouts at age 21 to nights in jail, from ruined relationships to a devastating trip to Cabo that nearly cost her everything, Jennifer's story reveals the brutal honesty required for change. In this episode, Jennifer joins Coach Cole to explore how childhood trauma shapes adult coping mechanisms, why shame keeps us stuck in destructive cycles, and how journaling and compassion can illuminate the path forward. Jennifer and Coach Cole discuss: Seeing “slip-ups” as compassionate data points instead of proof you’ve failed. Jennifer’s “nine fine, one catastrophic” pattern that exposes the truth about moderation. How insecurity, FOMO, and feeling out of place quietly drove her drinking choices. Hearing “You cannot drink” from family as loving clarity and necessary boundaries. Using honest journaling to remember the full impact of drinking when cravings show up. How to get over drunken mistakes by softening shame and meeting yourself with curiosity and grace. And more… Related Episodes: What Are The Signs of Relapse? | Reader Question | E708 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-708-readers-question-what-are-the-signs-of-relapse/ How Do You Deal With Feeling Ashamed or Embarrassed About Drinking? | Reader Question | E406 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-406-reader-question-how-do-you-deal-with-feeling-ashamed-or-embarrassed-about-drinking/ How To Explore Drinking Without Judgment | Alcohol Freedom Coaching | E813 - https://thisnakedmind.com/how-to-explore-drinking-without-judgment-alcohol-freedom-coaching-e813/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious! Quince For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/naked for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Hungryroot Get 40% off your first box + a free item for life at Hungryroot.com/nakedmind with code nakedmind Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/mind Cozy Earth Black Friday came early at Cozy Earth! Stack my code NAKEDMIND with their sitewide sale for up to 40% off.

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0:00.0	Have you ever wondered where you should begin on your alcohol-free journey?
0:05.0	Maybe you're curious, maybe you're frustrated with the cycle, or maybe you're ready to build real freedom once and for all.
0:12.0	Wherever you are, this naked mind has made it incredibly simple to find your perfect starting point.
0:18.0	Introducing the Start Here Quiz, a quick nine question quiz
0:22.2	designed to match you with the right next step for your unique path. Here's how it works. You click
0:27.6	the link, answer a handful of thoughtful, multiple choice questions, pop in your name and email,
0:34.0	and instantly get a personalized results page plus an email with tailored resources
0:39.5	to help you move forward with confidence. Your result will guide you into one of three powerful
0:44.5	paths. Curious questioner. If you're exploring and want clarity. Cycle breaker, if you're tired of the
0:50.8	loop and ready for change. Freedom builder, if you're ready to step into lasting alcohol freedom.
0:56.7	It's completely free, takes just a couple minutes,
0:59.0	and gives you real insight into what will help you most right now.
1:02.3	So if you're ready for a clearer, more aligned next step,
1:05.7	head to tnmquiz.com and take the start here quiz today.
1:09.6	That first click could be the beginning of your easiest change yet.
1:17.1	You're listening to This Naked Mind with Annie Griss.
1:30.5	Hey everybody and welcome to This Naked Mind podcast.
1:33.7	I am Coach Cole Harvey.
1:35.2	I'm filling in for the amazing Andy Grace.
1:37.3	And today we have Jennifer here to talk about her story around alcohol.
1:42.4	Hey, Jennifer.
1:42.9	Good to have you on.
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