The Catholic Sobriety Podcast
Welcome to The Catholic Sobriety Podcast. I'm Christie Walker — Catholic sobriety coach, content creator, and woman who has lived alcohol free for nearly 30 years.
This podcast is for the Catholic woman who is disciplined, faithful, and quietly negotiating with a glass of wine every night. You don't think you're an alcoholic.
You're not sure there's even a "problem." But something in you knows this habit is costing you more than you're willing to admit — and that the gap between who you are in Christ and who you are at 9pm is getting harder to ignore.
We go deep here. Faith, neuroscience, identity, inner healing. Because what looks like a drinking habit is almost always something bigger — and God is usually in the middle of it, waiting.
Ready to find out who you are without it? Start listening.
Episodes
194 episodes
Ep 43: Unmasking Hidden Struggles: Stephanie Mattrey's Journey to Recovery from Eating Disorders and PTSD
Welcome to our latest episode where we delve into societal pressures and the internal struggles many women face while maintaining appearances. Our guest today is Stephanie Mattrey, a Catholic wife and mother who has bravely battled anorexia and...
Ep 42: MINISODE Snake Oil vs Alcohol: Alcohol's Deceptive Role in Our Lives
Ever thought about the deceptive similarities between alcohol and Snake Oil? Today, we're going to take you on a fascinating journey, uncovering the shocking truth that they're not as different as you might think. We'll expose five comm...
Ep 41: Liver Health & Alcohol with Catholic Life Coach Sarah Lawless
Are you a mom striving for health and holiness? Today, we're joined by the incredible Sarah Lawless, a life coach dedicated to helping mothers reclaim their health. As a woman who has trod the path of healing and self-care, Sarah guides...
Ep 40: MINISODE Exploring the 'Sober Curious' Movement from a Catholic Perspective
Are you ready to examine your relationship with alcohol? Together, let's explore the 'sober curious' movement and its implications for Catholic women living in an alcohol-saturated culture. As your sobriety coach, I'll guide you through underst...
Ep 39: Finding Calm in the Holiday Rush with Productivity Coach Amber Curtis
As we move towards the holiday season, the pressure to juggle everything can often feel overwhelming. But what if I told you there was a way to navigate through this busy period without compromising your sanity? This week, I sit down with Amber...
Ep 38: Celebrate not Sabotage w/ guest Denise Jelinek
Are you ready to savor the holiday season without succumbing to stress or overindulgence? Denise Jelinek, a friend of our program, joins us to reveal her process that helps you celebrate without sabotaging your peace of mind. We travers...
Ep 37: Unveiling the Link Between Procrastination, Stress, and Alcohol
Ever been caught in the whirlpool of procrastination, only to seek solace in a glass of wine? Today, we're shedding light on how we, as women, often delay addressing our desire to limit or quit alcohol, and the connection between this pro...
Ep 36: MINISODE Beloved by the Lord: Declaring Our True Identity
Have you ever considered that your identity is not based on your actions or experiences but on who you are in God's eyes? This is a reflection that I gave at a Catholic Women's retreat, and I wanted to share it with my podcast audi...
Ep 35: Navigating Challenges as a Catholic Healthcare Worker with Nichole Haugen
Welcome to a powerful and inspiring episode of the Catholic Sobriety podcast. Join me as I sit down with Nicole Haugen, a life coach for Catholic women in health care. Nichole's journey is a testament to resilience and faith, as she bra...
Ep 34: MINISODE The Transformative Power of the PEARL Technique
Imagine if the trials and tribulations of life, those irritating irritants, could be transformed into something of value, like pearls. That's exactly what we're discussing in today's episode, as we uncover the biblical symbolism of pearls and u...
Ep 33: Overcoming Addiction through Faith: Maria Riley's Inspiring Journey
What if you could experience the profound transformation of a life without the cloud of alcohol? Imagine a life where distractions are no longer obstacles to hearing God's voice. Join us as we welcome Maria Riley, a devoted Catholic, loving mot...
Ep 32: BONUS: Christie's Recovery from Alcohol Addiction an Interview by Steve O'Connor
I welcome you to this bonus episode. I was interviewed many months ago by my friend, Steve O'Connor, for his podcast Catholics Fight Porn. Steve's coaching program for married men battling porn addiction is an inspiring testament to...
Ep 31: MINISODE: Unraveling the Spiral of Shame as You Journey Towards Freedom
What if you could break free from the shame cycle that keeps you stuck in alcohol addiction? Join me as we peel back the layers of this often overlooked topic and equip you with actionable steps to disrupt this negative loop. The c...
Ep 30: Scriptures and Sobriety: Unpacking Jesus' Encounter with the Man at Bethesda
Are you ready to ignite your inner desire to transform your life? We're venturing on a profound journey towards wellness, inspired by Jesus' encounter with the man who had been ill for thirty-eight years in John 5:2-9. Together, let's reflect o...
Ep 29: MINISODE: A Catholic Approach to Understanding Alcohol's Effects
Are you letting alcohol steal joy from your life? I want you to know that you're not alone in this struggle, and together we can reclaim your life. This episode is an enlightening exploration into the often overlooked, extensive effects of alco...
Ep 28: Unleashing the Transformative Power of Prayer Journaling with Amy Brooks
Have you ever longed for a deeper, more personal connection with God? Picture yourself sitting down, pen in hand, guided by the insightful Amy Brooks, founder of Catholics Online, as we delve into the transformative power of prayer journaling.&...
Ep 27: MINISODE: Five Things I would Never do if I wanted to Get Sober
In this heartfelt episode, host Christie Walker explores the "5 Things I Would Never Do If I Wanted To Get Sober," sharing personal insights from her own journey towards sobriety. Drawing from her Catholic faith and recovery experi...
Ep 26: Creating Calm in the Chaos with Guest Sterling Jaquith
Feeling engulfed by the whirlwind of motherhood? On the brink of giving in to the temptation of unhealthy coping mechanisms? I promise there's a calmer way to navigate this chaos and my enlightening chat with Sterling Jaquith, author of Catholi...
Ep 25: MINISODE: Are You Asking the Wrong Question about Your Drinking?
In this Minisode of The Catholic Sobriety Podcast, host Christie Walker challenges listeners to shift their perspective on their alcohol consumption. Instead of asking this common question she hears, she proposes three introspectiv...
Ep 24: Navigating the Six Stages of Change from a Catholic Prospective
Ready for a spiritual journey towards positive change? I invite you to journey through the Transtheoretical Method - or the Six Stages of Change Model - as roadmap that takes us from aching doubt to blissful action. We start with the pre-contem...
Ep 23: MINISODE: How to Ride Out a Craving
This is the first of MANY "Minisodes." These quick episodes provide valuable information and insights in 10 minutes or less to help achieve or maintain sobriety.In this episode, you'll learn how to ride out cravings as we explore techni...
Ep 22: Finding the Missing Piece to Calm the Storm with Denise Jelinek
Ever grappled with feelings of overwhelm as your head swirls in a tornado of thoughts, emotions, and circumstances that keep you feeling stuck? Denise Jelinek, Catholic health and wellness coach, returns to the podcast to unpack the "missing pi...
Ep 21: The Addiction Continuum and Finding Wellness with Belinda Terro Mooney
What are some of the common signs of alcohol addiction? How do you know if or when you cross the line from overdrinking to addiction? When and how should someone seek professional help? Prepare to be enlightened as we sit down wit...
Ep 20: The Dual Nature of Alcohol: Understanding through Catholic Sobriety Coaching
Ready to unravel the mystery around your drinking habits and discover a sense of peace you never imagined possible? As your Catholic Sobriety Coach, I’m your guide to this transformational journey. This episode isn't limited to those with an al...
Ep 19: Exploring Hope and Healing Through Faith, Prayer, and Detachment with Lisa Martinez
We all have moments when we feel lost or overwhelmed - times when we desperately need hope and healing. Today's guest, Lisa Martinez, knows these moments all too well. Join us as we sit down with her and explore how her journey of trauma, a lov...