Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife: How to Drink Less, On Your Terms
**A Spotify 'Rising Star' show** How do I drink less without quitting completely? What's the difference between low, no and light alcohol drinks? Why can't I drink like I used to? Why do alcohol-free drinks cost so much?
If you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond and asking these questions, this is your podcast.
Welcome to the essential show for midlife adults who want to drink less, on their own terms—without the pressure to quit completely, follow rigid rules, or label themselves as sober.
I'm Denise Hamilton-Mace, your mindful drinking mentor, magazine editor, writer and public speaker on all things low, no and light. Each week, I help stressed parents and busy midlife adults navigate their relationship with alcohol through practical approaches grounded in real-world experience and behaviour change strategy, not willpower or wellness culture
What you'll get:
Mindful Moderation Solo Episodes – Deep-dives answering the questions that matter to sophisticated drinkers who want to moderate smartly:
- How do I cut back when my partner still drinks at home?
- Why do premium alcohol-free drinks cost the same as full-strength versions?
- How do I navigate social situations when I'm the only one moderating?
- What really works: willpower vs. strategy?
Drinks 101 Mini-Series – Short educational episodes demystifying the confusing world of low and no alcohol drinks:
- What does ABV actually mean?
- What's the real difference between non-alcoholic, alcohol-free, low alcohol, and light beer?
- How are alcohol-free drinks made?
- Which drinks are safe for pregnancy, driving, or recovery?
Meet the Makers – Intimate conversations with the founders, brewers, distillers, and visionaries creating the premium drinks and experiences that support your moderation goals.
This podcast is for you if:
- You want drinks that taste like the ones you already love
- You're looking for practical advice that fits your demanding life, not another wellness overhaul
- You recognise that coasting with mid-strength drinks, zebra-striping, or bookending your evening with something non-alcoholic are all valid strategies
- You want better mornings without giving up celebrating life's special moments
This isn't about going completely dry or reinventing yourself. It's about keeping energy for what matters most: family, health, career, and living life on your own terms.
Join the moderation revolution happening in midlife – because while Gen Z gets the headlines, you're the one actually doing it.
Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife: How to Drink Less, On Your Terms
Mindful Drinking Advent 25: Merry Christmas — Enjoy the Day!
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GET READY FOR YOUR BEST (ADULT) CHRISTMAS YET & GET YOUR FREE MINDFUL DRINKING ADVENT CALENDAR AT http://mindfuldrinkingadvent.com/
On Day Twenty-Five of the Mindful Drinking Advent, we’ve made it to Christmas Day, and the message is simple: enjoy yourself.
There’s nothing to track, nothing to analyse, and nothing to fix.
This episode is a reminder to be present, grateful, and kind to yourself after everything you’ve navigated this December.
Whether you’re surrounded by family, catching up with friends, or enjoying a quiet day on your own, today is about laughter, connection, and doing whatever genuinely brings you joy.
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You can email me at denise@lownodrinkermagazine.com
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Merry Christmas! We've made it. It's Christmas Day. Merry Christmas to you one and all. Of course, today's message is going to be short and sweet. You don't need to be listening to me ramble on about mindful drinking or moderation at Christmas time. What you need to do today is go and enjoy yourself. Eat, drink, and be merry. Whatever that looks like for you. You have done a fantastic job this December of getting yourself to this magical day in a way that means that you can still be present with your family and be grateful to yourself for all the effort that you've put into it. So today, let go of the scorekeeping. There is no guilt, there are no rules, no I should have or I wish I had. Instead, today I want you to indulge, I want you to be happy, I want you to laugh, have fun, have hugs and smoochies under the mistletoe, whatever it is that makes you happy today, whoever you're spending the day with, whether it is with family, with friends, or as I know, some people like to spend Christmas Day on their own and just have some time to themselves. Whatever you're doing, Merry Christmas to you, and thank you for spending your December with me. I love you one and all.
