The Sober New Yorker with Melissa McGovern

Karolina Rzadkowolska is a bestselling author, alcohol-free empowerment expert, and founder of Euphoric, a global movement helping women transform their relationship with alcohol. She is the author of Euphoric and has helped thousands of women create healthier, more fulfilling lives without alcohol.

On a personal level, Karolina is also my mentor and the woman I completed my coaching certification with. I deeply connect with her approach to changing subconscious beliefs around alcohol and the empowering way she helps women redefine what’s possible alcohol-free.

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Today I’m joined by Christina, a San Diego–based embodiment coach and somatics practitioner who helps women reconnect with themselves, rebuild self-trust, and feel more at home in their bodies. In this episode, we talk about Christina’s personal journey, what led her to this work, how she’s doing today, and the healing power of embodiment, connection, and movement. We also talk about the importance of community, learning to trust yourself again, and yes… when we can finally dance together.

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https://www.instagram.com/itschristinahorn/

Melissa (The Sober New Yorker) and Rachel (Sober in Central Park) are fresh off their very first NYC sober retreat—and still buzzing.

In this episode, they share the magic of a weekend that brought women from around the country together for connection, laughter, breakthroughs, and experiencing New York City fully alcohol-free.

This is just the beginning.

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Jaime Anderson is an alcohol-free coach based in Seattle, Washington, who helps women build confidence and create a life they genuinely love without alcohol.

Three and a half years alcohol-free herself, Jaime believes that letting go of alcohol isn’t about losing something—it’s about gaining everything. Through her group programs and one-on-one coaching, she supports women in redefining their relationship with alcohol and stepping into a more intentional, fulfilling life.

She’s a strong voice for the idea that you don’t have to hit rock bottom to choose something different—you just have to be ready for more.

Jaime's website:

https://www.amazinglyalcoholfree.com/about

And Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/amazinglyalcoholfree/

Nicole is a Northern California-based mom of five, recovery advocate, and a woman approaching four years of sobriety. After losing her father to alcohol use disorder, she made the courageous decision to change the trajectory of her own life in the middle of raising a busy family. Through working the steps and committing fully to her recovery, Nicole has built a life grounded in resilience, honesty, and purpose. Today, she uses her voice to support and inspire others navigating their own path to sobriety, proving that it’s never too late to choose differently.

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https://www.instagram.com/cargonicole/