How to Stop the Urge to Drink—The PIC-UP Strategy That Saved My Sobriety

Sobriety Snippets for Ambitious Women Over 40 - Sober Living with Soul, Smarts, and a Sense of Humor

“How do you actually stop a craving?” It’s the million-dollar question every sober-curious woman asks herself—especially in those moments when the urge hits hard.

If you’ve ever felt like cravings sneak up out of nowhere and hijack your mind, this episode is for you. Becca breaks down what’s really happening when the thought “I need a drink” takes hold—and why cravings aren’t as physical as you think. You’ll hear how she learned to interrupt the pattern that kept her stuck for decades and how you can do the same.

In this episode, you'll

• grasp how the craving loop starts—and how to break it in real time.
• apply Becca’s PIC-UP method (Pause, Inhale, Connect) to stop the urge before it snowballs.
• reclaim your power in the exact moment your mind tries to pull you back toward the bottle.

Hit play now to learn how to silence cravings, find your footing, and stay grounded in your choice to live alcohol-free.

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This podcast explores the journey of sober living and sobriety, highlighting how health, mindset shifts, and overcoming regret from binge drinking and drinking can lead to powerful habits that support an alcohol-free lifestyle, especially for professionals and business women seeking self-improvement, confidence, clarity, and lasting empowerment.