LLN Episode #206: James Swanwick – How to Live An Alcohol-Free Life Without Judgment

About James Swanwick: James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker and former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN. He is the creator of Alcohol Free Lifestyle, which helps successful high achievers change their relationship to alcohol; the host of the podcast, "Alcohol Free Lifestyle", creator of "Project 90", which helps high achievers get lifetime power over alcohol, and creator of blue-light blocking glasses Swannies by Swanwick Sleep, which improve your sleep. Swanwick has interviewed celebrities including Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Kobe Bryant, David Beckham and Arnold Schwarzenegger. What We Discuss In This Episode James shares how to socialize without drinking alcohol. He emphasized the importance of being confident, light-hearted, and playful about not drinking, and suggested responding to encouragement to drink with humor and a firm refusal. The harmful effects of alcohol consumption; debunking the belief that one glass of alcohol per night is beneficial for health. James also talked about a study that revealed the biased nature of research claiming that a glass of wine is good for heart health. James shares the ineffective strategy of relying on willpower to stop drinking and emphasized the importance of coaching, accountability, and a supportive community. How alcohol negatively affects sleep and some of the way you can experience better sleep. Check out James' sleep products, including blue light blocking glasses and silk sleep masks, to improve sleep quality. Just how to you help people overcome challenges in their lives, particularly in the areas of health and alcohol consumption. Key Takeaways: · How one glass of alcohol a night may be destroying your life · How to easily quit alcohol for 30 days (and why) · 7 ways to socialize without alcohol. · How to socialize and have fun alcohol free · What to say to friends encouraging you to drink Connect With James Swanick: Websites: https://www.swanwicksleep.com/ https://alcoholfreelifestyle.com/project-90 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesSwanwickOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesswanwick Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/alcoholfreelifestyle Connect with Lynne: If you're looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. 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