Video Testimonials
When I joined Thrivalist, I wasn't sure that I
wanted to remove alcohol from my life entirely, but I knew my
relationship with it had to change. I was scared I wouldn't know
myself without drinking, I'd always been a fun party girl, and I
didn't think I could be anyone else. As I progressed through the
course, my cravings started to dissipate, and I found joy in other
activities, such as swimming, meditation, and writing.
Now, I feel like I have my drinking under
control. I pick and choose when to drink and how much, rather than
just giving in to old habits, and the Thrivalist community is such a
warm and supportive environment, I've never felt alone throughout the
process. I know that if I ever need to examine my relationship with
alcohol or if bad habits start to encroach on my life, I have
somewhere to find help. I can't thank Lucy enough for the
guidance, knowledge, and championing they've given me.
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Donita, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist was a life changing course that has helped me thrive! I can 100% confidently say that Thrivalist is one of the best investments you can make on your personal sobriety journey. From the resources, incredible support, trust, safety and non judgmental space to share struggles and successes with like minded women on their sobriety journey, it truly is exceptional! If you are Sober Curious do not hesitate to sign up. It is the first step towards a healthier and happier life.Hide
Bella, Aus
Thrivalist Member
I had no expectations when I joined Thrivalist. After years of trying to moderate and making false promises about 'booze free weeknights' or 'just one or two,' I googled 'sobriety support for women,' and came across Lucy's wonderful community. Her course and content is so extensive, accessible and curated for women. Cleverly - it's not primarily about your relationship with alcohol but the relationship you have with yourself!
Thrivalist has taught me that sobriety is not about white knuckling it, but about valuing yourself and choosing a life that you want. The benefits of sobriety permeate EVERY aspect of your life, they're limitless. I could not have done this without Lucy's support and the accountability and community of Thrivalist. I thought I was signing up for some willpower strategies but instead it's been empowering!
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Jane, Aus
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist was a course that brought me back to my own authentic self. I didn’t even know I had been missing her! I am now more real, connected, energized and fun, and I laugh freely!
The content is relevant, thought provoking and progressively laid out for great personal growth. I’m most thankful for this feeling of being FREE.
Angela, USA
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist for me is all about connection, self belief and learning to live a great life without the need for alcohol.
We are so lucky to have a community of beautiful women who all have similar stories and experiences and one goal in mind. We openly share in a private non-judgemental forum without having to leave the comfort of home.
Lucy has a great coaching style and makes you feel at ease with her knowledge and experience. I totally recommend anyone who feels they have had enough with alcohol and want to live a better life to join this amazing group.
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Karen, AUS
Thrivalist Member
The Thrivalist community is a tribe of supportive, powerful women. I couldn't have created this much-needed support network without joining Thrivalist. I see a little bit of myself in every member's story and so every triumph and hurdle that is shared teaches me something about myself. The coursework provided the right amount of structure and study to keep me on track in those first wobbly weeks and months. The tools were immediately useful and the information about how alcohol interacts with the brain gave me the right perspective to see that I was/am capable of changing this destructive habit.
Thrivalist took me on a deep dive into the world of sobriety. I found all the info and resources I needed to know intellectually I could quit booze, and the supportive community I needed to empower me to keep going and find my best self. Thank you so much!
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Esther, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I took my last drink on the 28th of July 2021 and on that next morning, I was just lucky to wake up alive, as I cannot even remember anything of the day before, how I got home or how much I drank. Feeling angry, embarrassed, ashamed, and very sick I said the words so many of us have muttered groggily: "I'm never going to drink again". But this time I meant it. So I went about investigating ways to stop drinking, not sure how I found Thrivalist but I like to believe Thrivalist found me. I dedicated my time doing the course and from day one I felt safe and positive that I was in the right place. Hide
Lyn, Aus
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist was a safe place for me to land at this time in my life. I am so grateful to Lucy and this amazing community of women. I joined with a small amount of hope that one day I could be ‘that person’ who lives a life of sobriety. With the tools, chats, love and support from Lucy and this amazing community of non judgmental women, I am now ‘that person’!
Georgina, Aus
Thrivalist Member
Having never had more than two consecutive days without my beloved wine glass firmly in my hand, TERRIFIED couldn’t even begin to explain how I felt prior to joining the Thrivalist course! I simply did not see the point of living this messy life without my hard-earned and well-deserved reward at the end of every day. But now, I am almost 8 months alcohol-free and celebrating my life in a way I never knew existed! The group-coaching community and Lucy’s incredible support has been instrumental in this beautiful journey and I feel so absolutely privileged to have had this amazing opportunity to discover life without alcohol!Hide
Jo, Aus
Thrivalist Member
It’s so weird, every other time I have tried to stop drinking I have thought ahead to events coming up and how I don’t want to miss out on drinking at them and don’t want to have to tell the people at those events that I am not drinking and now I am thinking about those same events with excitement about experimenting with mocktails, being present and remembering it all and even telling the same people that I am not drinking proudly. It’s down to Thrivalist that my mind has shifted, Lucy. You’re the best!Hide
Megan, South Africa
Thrivalist Member
I have tried so many times to moderate and it wasn’t until I started Thrivalist that the change REALLY happened. The whole time I’ve been focusing on moderating and cutting down and it never dawned on me that I could find such happiness quitting altogether. I would have laughed and thought it the dumbest most pointless task… yet here I am!
Lisa, Aus
Thrivalist Member
This group course really cleared some blocks for me in its early stages. I was able to compartmentalise the negatives of alcohol and say ‘OK informed decision now made’. What a relief to not have to think about that anymore. It is absolutely amazing when I think back to only a few months ago when I was living for wine at night to now having no desire- feeling very thankful. It sounds cliché, but it really is life changing.
Laura, Aus
Thrivalist Member
Thank you Lucy for changing my life in the most positive way.
Your course helped me look at my drinking habits in a way that felt supportive & informative without judgement.
I took comfort from the community & I really enjoyed hearing how the others were using your tools to curb their own cravings. I hope that everyone gets the opportunity to live their life wonderously & without alcohol like me.
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Amelia, Aus
Thrivalist Member
This course has changed my life forever. I absolutely loved Lucy's gentle, holistic approach and would highly recommend this journey for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol.
I loved the weekly calls, connecting with people that were in the same boat and doing so in the comfort of my own home!
The course work was so informative and had me working on my personal development without feeling overwhelmed or judged. I didn't ever feel like I was "white knuckling" and am so grateful for regaining myself when I didn't think it was ever possible.
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Corrie, AUS
Thrivalist Member
When I joined Thrivalist, I wasn't sure that I
wanted to remove alcohol from my life entirely, but I knew my
relationship with it had to change. I was scared I wouldn't know
myself without drinking, I'd always been a fun party girl, and I
didn't think I could be anyone else. As I progressed through the
course, my cravings started to dissipate, and I found joy in other
activities, such as swimming, meditation, and writing.
Now, I feel like I have my drinking under
control. I pick and choose when to drink and how much, rather than
just giving in to old habits, and the Thrivalist community is such a
warm and supportive environment, I've never felt alone throughout the
process. I know that if I ever need to examine my relationship with
alcohol or if bad habits start to encroach on my life, I have
somewhere to find help. I can't thank Lucy enough for the
guidance, knowledge, and championing they've given me.
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Donita, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist was a life changing course that has helped me thrive! I can 100% confidently say that Thrivalist is one of the best investments you can make on your personal sobriety journey. From the resources, incredible support, trust, safety and non judgmental space to share struggles and successes with like minded women on their sobriety journey, it truly is exceptional! If you are Sober Curious do not hesitate to sign up. It is the first step towards a healthier and happier life.Hide
Bella, Aus
Thrivalist Member
Written Testimonials
The Thrivalist course was awesome at highlighting that I was using alcohol as a coping mechanism, which I knew it was. But the biggest thing it showed me was how alcohol was actually making everything worse and compounding my problems. This realisation was huge for me and has made the biggest shift in my approach to alcohol.
I am now a year on and I don't fixate on alcohol. I have a drink when I want a drink but I don't ever drink if it's being used as a coping mechanism. On those days I make a conscious effort to avoid it. I find I don't think about it anymore and it doesn't have a hold on me. Once I learnt what it can do, I realised I didn't want it. Thank you Thrivalist!
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Carol, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist is a beautiful community where you can grow to be the person that you strive to be. The support from the community is invaluable. We are all on the same journey wanting the same results so all have a common bond. The community is a very safe space to share your story and be inspired by others' stories.There is no judgment; just pure honest support. The coaching offers unconditional heart-centered support and is fantastic. Joining the Thrivalist community is the best thing I ever did.
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Steph, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist has been life changing! For as long as I can remember I thought drinking was something that everyone did and there was no other way to possibly exist and have a social life. So even when alcohol was destroying my mental health and adding absolutely no value I thought I was the issue and didn’t contemplate giving up drinking could possibly be the solution. Though Thrivalist I have learnt so much about myself and why I drank and what a truly wonderful life there is to be lived without the shackles of alcohol.
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Emma, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I was struggling with gaining control over alcohol. I tried to moderate numerous times but failed and Alcohol was no longer serving me. It was time to create better healthier habits and to be a better version of myself. I tried various groups but only half heartedly and while some of these groups were a great resource for many I just couldn't stick with them. Then early in the New Year of 2022 I came across Thrivalist.
Something really resonated with me - FINALLY!!! Lucy and her team have taught me invaluable life skills that I will keep forever. Thrivalist is a safe space to learn life skills, share stories, laugh and cry amongst like minded women. The Signature Sobriety Course is the way to go. I am still learning and will continue to do so….THANK YOU THRIVALIST!
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Marcia, AUS
Thrivalist Member
If you are curious about exploring life where alcohol plays either no part or a very minimal aspect or you want to 'kick it to the curb' then have a serious look at Thrivalist. It is the most supportive Aussie place for women who are thinking that their relationship with alcohol has become less fulfilling than they expect or have decided it is playing too much a role in their lives and that's not where they want to be.
Life is too wonderful and short to constantly fight the siren call of 'just another drink' or waking up feeling like crap. Thrivalist can help get that wonderful back. Definitely worth a try..what's not to love about waking up and enjoying a complete day following a good sleep without the sad self talk and regrets!!!!!
What I loved about Thrivalist: The support and love from Lucy and the other ladies; the plethora of information to assist the sober curious and/or 'quitting' journey; the workbooks that challenge one's thinking and perceptions and help overcome the 'why's' and work to set up lifelong habits to manage this crazy space we call life without the need of addictive crutches (be they alcohol or other 'drugs' of choice - even social media can be an addiction); the regular 'meetings' that are absolutely crucial in supporting and encouraging the AF journey; the multiple contact points (Facebook, Instagram, emails) that give support 24/7. Super interesting and helpful expert sessions that not only assist in the AF/addiction journey but give great advice/info/ideas for everyday life as a woman.
Thrivalist is a great community and I wouldn't have got where I am without it. Almost 9 months in and feeling amazing. Also have many friends who are now taking the AF journey as well. The more the merrier I say!
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Debbie, AUS
Thrivalist Member
My sober-curious journey began in March 2020 but it wasn't until I stumbled across Thrivalist that I really decided, this is it! I didn't want another 30 day challenge or Dry July. I needed more.
Thrivalist has been such an integral part of my AF journey. I really loved the feeling of belonging to a judgment free community; especially a community of women. The support and connection with like minded women in a safe forum, helped me to feel like I wasn’t alone. I especially liked to hear where people were on their journey. Some people were 20 days, some 100, others had 'fallen off the wagon". It was so nice to see the support that everyone received from Lucy & the coaches, whether this was their first time around or 10th. I felt safe.
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Thrivalist has been such an integral part of my AF journey. I really loved the feeling of belonging to a judgment free community; especially a community of women. The support and connection with like minded women in a safe forum, helped me to feel like I wasn’t alone. I especially liked to hear where people were on their journey. Some people were 20 days, some 100, others had 'fallen off the wagon". It was so nice to see the support that everyone received from Lucy & the coaches, whether this was their first time around or 10th. I felt safe.
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Dynese, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist was a safe place for me to land at this time in my life. I am so grateful to Lucy and this amazing community of women. I joined with a small amount of hope that one day I could be ‘that person’ who lives a life of sobriety. With the tools, chats, love and support from Lucy and this amazing community of non judgmental women, I am now ‘that person’!
Thrivalist has changed my life. The non-judgemental love and support and being surrounded by women who just get it and truly understand each other is wonderful. I am now finally at peace with myself and for the first time in a VERY long time and I can honestly say that I am truly happy. I find so much joy in the small things now and that’s what life should be all about. I am forever grateful to Thrivalist for giving me my confidence back, but the greatest gift of all is my freedom.
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Georgina, Aus
Thrivalist Member
I took my last drink on the 28th of July 2021 and on that next morning, I was just lucky to wake up alive, as I cannot even remember anything of the day before, how I got home or how much I drank. Feeling angry, embarrassed, ashamed, and very sick I said the words so many of us have muttered groggily: "I'm never going to drink again". But this time I meant it. So I went about investigating ways to stop drinking, not sure how I found Thrivalist but I like to believe Thrivalist found me. I dedicated my time doing the course and from day one I felt safe and positive that I was in the right place.
I love the ease and friendly way Thrivalist courses are constructed with all content supported by professionals in the area of the use of excessive alcohol use and strategies to help all types of women struggling with their drinking. Lucy is always available to offer support in a nonjudgmental, safe way. Ongoing education such as live coaching calls where we share the highs lows and struggles is so helpful. We learn from each other about ways to get through a tough week and helpful self-care strategies.
My life now is so beautiful and fulfilling. I'm so grateful to all the members and the team for helping me be me again.
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Lyn, Aus
Thrivalist Member
The Thrivalist community is a tribe of supportive, powerful women. I couldn't have created this much-needed support network without joining Thrivalist. I see a little bit of myself in every member's story and so every triumph and hurdle that is shared teaches me something about myself. The coursework provided the right amount of structure and study to keep me on track in those first wobbly weeks and months. The tools were immediately useful and the information about how alcohol interacts with the brain gave me the right perspective to see that I was/am capable of changing this destructive habit.
Thrivalist took me on a deep dive into the world of sobriety. I found all the info and resources I needed to know intellectually I could quit booze, and the supportive community I needed to empower me to keep going and find my best self. Thank you so much!
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Esther, Aus
Thrivalist Member
When you struggle to manage your drinking, it's easy to start feeling like you’re a failure and all alone, and it can be really frightening. Lucy is so caring and knowledgeable and has created courses that are growth-oriented, compared to other models that can make you feel like you’re broken and always will be. Hide
Thrivalist has created a shame-free environment to safely unpack and examine your relationship with alcohol, so you can get back in the driver's seat of your own life.
I loved how non judgmental and safe the space felt. I also loved that it didn’t feel like I would be forever “broken”. Thank you so much Lucy for guiding me towards becoming a conscious drinker.
Ashley, Aus
Thrivalist Member
I knew I had a problem with my drinking, but didn’t know where to look for support. I didn’t consider myself to be an ‘alcoholic’, as such, so did not want to join AA. After my Mum died suddenly last year, related to alcohol dependency, I needed to seek help. My sister recommended we join Thrivalist together, & I will be forever grateful to her for her honesty in telling me she was concerned about me.
When I joined Thrivalist, something just clicked & I am now 12 weeks sober. Instead of being 1.5 bottles of wine in on a school night, I am busy at the gym, pilates, yoga, roller skating, or learning to pole dance!! Learning to love & nurture myself again was so important, the Thrivalist team were so important in encouraging this new found self love.
I loved the support & fellowship from the women in the group. Lucy & Jen were so kind, caring & wonderful to us all.
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Emma, Aus
Thrivalist Member
If you are struggling with your alcohol use and you need help, Thrivalist is exactly what you need!!!… This community saved my family, I was so broken, scared, and filled with despair and self loathing. I didn’t know where to turn for help. This course provided me with the support and tools that I need to stop drinking and to turn my life around. I am 59 days without alcohol and feeling so grateful for being given another chance to properly live my life!… Do the 8 week course, you will not regret it, thank you Lucy xxHide
Kelly, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I wanted to send a brief note to thank you for all the guidance and support through my Thrivalist journey, I cant promise it will be brief though, I have so much be thankful for.
I always questioned my drinking and it came to a point when alcohol was simply no longer serving me. Every single negative thing that had happened to me had alcohol involved in some way. I wasn’t an everyday drinker, but binged on the weekends. It was so destructive to my life, mentally, physically and emotionally.
I am now 75 days sober, not a drop, I stayed true to the Thrivalist course content and to myself and I have certainly reaped the benefits. It feels so good. I haven’t felt such clarity in a long time. I find joy in extraordinary places, I laugh more, I love more, I feel more and I recover from stressful anxiety ridden scenarios so much faster. Things just don’t seem as difficult now that I have learnt to live without my crutch (alcohol).
Knowing what I now know about alcohol and problem-drinking has armoured me with the tools to continue this path of sobriety, never looking back, always looking forward with grit and determination to see another day through without alcohol. Sure those social scenarios are difficult when everyone’s drinking and I am not, but now I go home when I have had ENOUGH, something I couldn’t manage with alcohol involved. I couldn’t ever get enough.
Thank you for producing such a life changing community & programs to help women, like me, learn about themselves, learn about how to move on from those dark times and move into the light, where we belong. Sober and full of self-love.
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Zoe, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist allowed me to slowly come to terms with my own problematic use of alcohol in my own time, it was a scary and challenging time to admit to myself that I had a problem, and the course was gentle on me. Changing my life seemed so daunting at the beginning but the course gave me all the right tools and I managed a lot, just one step at a time. Thrivalist has supported me to do what I always knew I could do, but that I couldn't do on my own, and I feel so proud of myself for taking that first step to sign up, because the rest is history and life is sooooo much better!
I realigned with my own life, quitting alcohol was just the beginning. Thrivalist is the most empowering thing I've done and now, without alcohol and a new lease on life, every day is empowering, empowerment is my norm, I'm boss now.
I am so grateful that you have developed this course, because it really worked for me, and I needed help, and you helped me, so thank you x
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Amelia, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist enabled me to be able to go on the sobriety journey in a safe place with other women who understand the journey. The space is not judgmental, accepting and encouraging and the group calls are encouraging and inspiring.
Delwyn, NZ
Thrivalist Member
I just wanted to say a huge thank you to Lucy.
Nine months ago I was in a very dark, lonely place and honestly could not see any way out. I was completely broken and desperately needed help but was too scared to share just how bad my drinking had become with those around me. Then I found Thrivalist.
The beginning was really hard and it took quite a while for the clouds to clear but now they have I feel like a new person. I hardly ever think about alcohol and am everyday moving closer towards being a person I am proud of.
You have saved my life and given my children the mum they deserve.
I will be eternally grateful for everything you have done for me.
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Lisa, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I know 2020 has been hard for so many people but I feel for me personally it has been one of extreme growth and awakening.
I feel completely confident in the knowledge I will never drink again and I know that my personal growth is just beginning.
I don’t miss it, I love waking up each day having slept a solid 8 hours. I feel happier consistently than I have in a long time. And I’m able to see things, good and bad, more clearly.
Listening to The Happiness Hunter podcast one day in September led me to reaching out to Lucy and signing up to Thrivalist. Hands down the best thing I could have done. Combining the course with 1:1 work with Lucy has cemented the change I was ready for.
The Thrivalist course has been the catalyst and offered the support I needed to stop drinking. Taking the option of drinking off the table has been life changing. I know it’s never again for me and just knowing that has stopped all the mental chatter/questions and thoughts about alcohol.
I’m so excited for my continuing growth and opening myself up to all life has to offer. I couldn’t be happier, or prouder, or more grateful.
I also feel so lucky to have connected with some amazing women through the course who I know I will keep in contact with.
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Jo, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thank you Lucy for changing my life in the most positive way.
Your course helped me look at my drinking habits in a way that felt supportive & informative without judgement.
I took comfort from the community & I really enjoyed hearing how the others were using your tools to curb their own cravings.
I hope that everyone gets the opportunity to live their life wonderously & without alcohol like me.
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Virginia, AUS
Thrivalist Member
100 days sober and I am committed to FOREVER.
Thanks Lucy! You made it possible for me to do this and be happy with my decision for doing this during the most stressful time of my life. I still can’t believe it as it could of been the total opposite. For some reason the stars were aligned and this course came into my life at the exact right moment I needed it.
- Biggest changes I have noticed in 100 days is:
- Such good sleep (did take a while but it’s here)
- So much more patience
- Less anxiety (and I had tonnes)
- I have become more kind and grateful and don’t fret about the small stuff
- So much less anger
- So much more connected with my kids and the mornings are so much easier as I am not tired and feel like shit
- So proud of myself
- Huge improvement in mood
- Much better relationship with my husband
- Gained so my trust in myself
- The best – is not thinking about all the time
Shelley, South Africa
Thrivalist Member
I stumbled across the Thrivalist course at a time when I really needed it. I had decided that enough was enough, I was so sick of alcohol controlling me and taking up space in my mind. I was constantly thinking about my next drink, or even checking to see if my husband had poured our glasses evenly because god forbid he had a little more than me.
The course work is absolutely the best combination of factual/scientific, goal setting and personal growth wrapped up in a warm supportive hug. Lucy is always there to support the students throughout the journey. The Facebook group is a lovely non judgmental group of likeminded women who are experiencing similar problems. And I found myself really looking forward to the group zoom calls each week. I’d always leave feeling so uplifted and inspired.
I’ve recently hit 6 months alcohol free and I couldn’t have done it without Lucy. What a fantastic program they’ve created! If you’re feeling unhappy about your drinking I urge you to take the leap and do the Thrivalist course. It is honestly one of the best experiences I’ve had in life. I can’t recommend them enough. I am forever grateful and feel so glad our paths crossed! Thank you again xx
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Courtney, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I don’t have words sufficient enough to express my gratitude for this Thrivalist course! I am one of the millions of suckers who fell prey to our drinking culture here in South Africa and for decades have unknowingly handed over my social life and social connections to this drug (let’s call it what it is), alcohol! I have never loved the taste of alcohol but drank because, well… that’s what we do. Later into my drinking “career”, alcohol led to me partying more than was good for me.
My social habits weren’t so much ruining my life but rather holding me back from achieving what I wanted for my existence to have meaning, purpose and fulfilment. Somehow this Thrivalist course came to me at the most perfect time and as a result of the factual basis, care & kindness that Lucy & Jen approach sober living, the choice to stop drinking has been so much more pleasure than pain. I’m happier, more driven and accomplishing things that I’ve been trying to do for years more now I feel like my “old self” again, never knowing that alcohol was the culprit holding me back.
I recommend Thrivalist to anyone who questions their drinking behaviour and choices in any way shape or form. If nothing more, you will gain so much knowledge and awareness as to the true effects of alcohol and make an informed and educated decision as to whether it aligns with what you want from life!
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Megan, South Africa
Thrivalist Member
I learnt so many things from the Thrivalist course and Lucy. Only one of them is that I am so much better without alcohol in my life.
The structure of this amazing course gives you the tools and support to stop drinking and your personal “Why” you want to stop.
It is not about someone else telling you to stop, it is about helping you decide for yourself you want to stop and after that it is easy (kind of).
Beating alcohol is only the beginning. I would never have believed that my marriage, relationships, my moods, my brain, my menopausal symptoms, my concentration, my conversation skills, my self-awareness, my complexion, my self-care, my overall health and so many other parts of my life are better.
I like Me! At the age of 53, I am actually getting to know me and care for me!
I am now officially living the dream, my life gets better every day – who would have guessed??
Thank you for making me feel so at home, like I belonged, among my tribe.
You have designed such an amazing course and you make so much difference to every life you touch.
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Mel, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thanks so much Lucy. The 8-Week course was exactly what I needed to finally be able to break my drinking habits I wanted to change. I’ve been free of alcohol for 2 months today, and no plans on returning to drinking.
I’ve just seen too much of a positive change in my mental health, ability to cope with parenthood and full time working, I’ve lost weight, and I just feel so differently about alcohol. I no longer feel like I am missing out by not drinking, I feel l would be missing out on life if I started drinking again! So thank you, I wouldn’t have had this drastic change in life without it!
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Erin, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I’m now in my second week of sobriety and the difference that your course and materials have made is amazing. Having a buddy is fantastic. I’m cleaning up my life and my environment and it all seems easy. I keep waiting for the euphoria and wellbeing to wane and I’m comforted that I will have Thrivalist to fall back on. Cheers!
Caroline, Aus
Thrivalist Member
I found Thrivalist after many years of saying I needed to cut back on my drinking. The 8-week course was well paced, easy to follow and cemented what I always knew – alcohol was not good for my health. It also made me realise just how ingrained in our society alcohol is and it’s OK not to drink. There is nothing wrong with me for choosing not to drink. It doesn’t make me weird, it makes me smart! The course also directed me towards some beneficial reading, including the use of Amino Acids, which I’d never heard of before. They proved to be a great help. (I’ve now finally convinced my Husband to try them and stop drinking – wish me luck!!).
I’ve told you this before, but I will again. I am forever grateful that I found you both. Lucy, you have given me the strength to start this journey and continue on this path. It’s so nice waking up each morning, feeling refreshed and alive. Not feeling half dead and berating myself for not having the strength the night before to say “no”. I can now focus my emotional energy on better positive things.
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Carol, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist is highly credible, with thoughtfully sourced course content. There is an abundance of reading, podcasts and impressive and life changing workbook. Most importantly feeling part of a supportive nonjudgmental loving community of like minded souls.
It is the most user friendly, supportive and helpful resource I have found on my journey to sobriety
Wendy, AUS
Thrivalist Member
The 21 day reset is the best thing I’ve done in years thanks to the course material and the beautiful community. The tools provided have been incredibly helpful. I’ve found it quite easy not to drink during this time and will continue on. Thank you for all that you do and for your compassion and empathy. I’m so glad I found you!
Mary, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist offers a supportive community of like-minded women. I love the feeling of connection, and the inspiration I get from everyone’s shared experiences.
Thrivalist is about so much more than sobriety. Wanting to quit alcohol is the hook, but what keeps me coming back is a community of supportive and inspirational women who share a common goal, to be the best versions of themselves. I have learnt so much from Lucy and each and every member I have met.
What started as an attempt to be more disciplined with my drinking, has resulted in a complete mindset shift around my approach to life. Its not about the end goal anymore, its about the journey. Doing the work makes me realise things about myself I never thought to question. I have gotten to know myself better through this process and am a calmer, happier wife, mum and career gal
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Jane, South Africa
Thrivalist Member
This course taught me so much about myself. Putting myself first, self love, calming techniques. It has made me do an audit of my life and who and what is important and who and what is not. It has taught me that I am enough, be proud of yourself, forgive yourself and live in the present. Resetting my goals, working on my bucket list and digging deep into the reasons of why I want to stop drinking and become the best version of myself. I recently turned 40 and my life path has changed now with my family and myself. I found the course started off about stopping drinking as that is the purpose but there is so much more that comes with this.
I absolutely loved how quickly I got my manual and workbooks (the day before I started). I was very nervous to join the first call and share but five minutes in I realised that everyone was in a similar space yet with their own reasons. I felt like I was part of a community. I enjoyed it being an online course as well. I felt connected and learnt so much from each lady in my group. The videos from Lucy explaining her past behaviour was so inspiring. Not one person looking like the typical alcoholic you would think of. This made it easier.
During the 8 weeks I was going through one of the hardest parts of my life so far with my husband being diagnosed with a brain tumor and spending my days in and out of hospitals and all the responsibilities being on my shoulders with regards to my sick husband and my kids. The night he phoned me from hospital and told me he had been diagnosed with a brain tumor I downed a bottle of wine. I then eventually decided that this is going to be a long process, we are 8 months in and no where near complete with treatments so I decided if ever there was a time to quit it was now. I am needed and I need myself to be strong.
This is my second act of life and I want it to be a bright and clear future ahead of me. I also want to teach my children that when you are very stressed you do not need alcohol to solve the stress. I have loved the Thrivalist community and the weekly module videos and interviews.
This course has taught me to be kind to myself and that I need to hang out with people that fit my future now and not my history. I have lost a few friends quite quickly as I am now considered boring but I have made double the amount of friends at a sports club and we had a BBQ the other day, 2 out of 9 of these people drank. That is my new tribe. I have a lot less anxiety that I used to have as well and a lot more energy when exercising. I am a lot less angry at life and much less negative.
To end off I would say that I have learned that healing is not fixing yourself but it is discovering yourself. This course has included so much material to guide me in this direction.
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Shelley, South Africa
Thrivalist Member
I can’t thank you enough for this course, it’s so empowering, it’s giving me control back and taking away that horrible monkey brain about drinking or not. What I love is it’s not about blame and shame and all about support and encouragement and giving me the tools to succeed, so thank you.
Carol, NZ
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist is a jazzy, hip community. The Signature Sobriety Course modules are scientifically produced and help you develop a plan for removing alcohol from your life and substituting a healthy productive lifestyle.
Judy, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thank you so much Lucy for helping me to reach my 5th week of sobriety! Before this course? I felt so alone, embarrassed and defeated by my daily wine habit. Then I found Thrivalist! The Wednesday sessions (I watch them recorded) have been groundbreaking. I can truly say I hadn’t been sober more than a few days in 10 years (yep, and I’m still in my 30’s). This course has brought me strength and mindfulness.
Monica, AUS
Thrivalist Member
The single greatest decision I made this past year was to get sober. What I came to realise is that it is a choice that comes from an individual, nobody else, and it HAS to be at YOUR right time. Well, that’s been my experience, at any rate. What I’ve also come to understand is that having a spine of support and a structured course really helps to reinforce inner resolve and build fortification. I’ve particularly loved the hard scientific evidence that was produced via the modules in this course. I finally came to understand the brain/body/time/habit connection to my drinking career and that despite all efforts to the contrary, I’d just been drinking too long and steadily to ever be able to moderate it again. I could finally let go of that delusion, and I subsequently felt free. Science held the key, and I no longer felt trapped by a false promise or a self-reprimanded admonishment of failure, because my “will-power” couldn’t cut it. I was able to look at my drinking history with almost affection and say, “hey, I gave it a red-hot shake, but I’ve pushed it to the limit, and any further will get very ugly, and there’s no negotiating with that fact. It’s science.”
Lucy is warm-spirited woman who is more than happy to share her joy of release – and it’s a great motivator. They give their energy and time willingly, and I will be forever grateful; you’ve changed my life.
The most unexpected treasured gifts have been the Thrivalist women who have become my friends. We’ve started a walking group and we plan to do further fun and nurturing things together. We all feel we can just be us – warts and all. It’s so safe, liberating and supportive. We can piss ourselves laughing and choke up all in one sentence. We’ve gone through the same stuff.
So thanks Thrivalist – in case you haven’t worked it out, this is a 5-star review! I’ve loved everything you’ve thrown at me – long may you continue to help women THRIVE!
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Caroline, AUS
Thrivalist Member
What began with a quiet but persistent thought, repeatedly questioning my relationship with alcohol, then led to enrolling in Thrivalist and has now culminated in more benefits than I could possibly imagine or try to list.
It not only resulted in a return to self, but a discovery of many goals and desires that I had little knowledge that I held. I would have found it difficult – almost impossible! – to imagine at the beginning, but alcohol holds no attraction whatsoever anymore.
Lucy has curated an amazing course, disseminating so much information from various sources and arranging it cohesively with their own original content in a way that is both easy and enjoyable to absorb, and the impact it has had on my general mindset as well my view of alcohol is unbelievable.
The course is a gift to yourself, a recognition that you want and deserve more from life, and the catalyst for phenomenal change. I cannot recommend it enough to anyone who has ever had even the slightest inkling that change is needed.
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Sarah, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist gave me the tools and a safe space to get reacquainted with my true self. This course is so much more than just cutting out alcohol, it really has changed my life! If you are wondering whether Thrivalist is for you, my advice is to not hesitate for another moment and sign up because the best version of yourself is on the other side!
Thank you Lucy afor pouring your heart and soul into creating Thrivalist and offering your unwavering support to myself and the other students.
I’m forever grateful!
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Dani, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I absolutely loved the Thrivalist course! It was/is literally life changing. Lucy and Jen are so open, honest, caring, non-judgemental, calm and inspiring. I even learnt from other students and could relate to parts of everyone’s stories.
The holistic approach to this course is the winning formula I think. I would 100% recommended Thrivalist to any woman who is thinking about or knows they want to end their relationship with alcohol.. you gain a wonderous relationship with yourself, and that’s just the beginning.
Thank you so much!
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Lauren, AUS
Thrivalist Member
After years of heavy drinking and so many failed attempts to stop, I was one day searching online (hungover, sad and desperate!) and found Thrivalist. I can’t believe how life changing this has been for me! I went from being a woman who loathed herself with no self worth to becoming a strong, happy and sober woman.
This course has set me free and given me my life back. Lucy you are an angel and I am forever grateful.
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Samantha, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I feel blessed to have found Thrivalist and all of the amazing women – including Lucy. It has been a reaffirming experience to be around women building each other up and supporting each other in such a positive and non-judgemental way. Thank you so much!
Louise, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I can say without a shadow of doubt that the Thrivalist course has been a catalyst for so much more joy, contentment, friendship and peace in my life.
Lucy has created a course that is about so much more than just the drink in your hand – it’s about actually all about seeing, validating and supporting the person holding the glass & helping them to make choices that are right for them.
I really loved this journey, and would not hesitate in recommending it to anyone looking to level-up in their life.
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Rebecca, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Amazing! One of the best things I have ever done and it has changed my life.
Linda, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Loving the course, great information and really making a difference to my journey to sobriety.
Ali, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I am loving the course material so much!
The new knowledge I have learnt has given me the clarity and understanding that I desperately needed to learn so I can finally be free of alcohol and my disruptive behaviours. It all makes sense now.
Brenda, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Wow, what a great way to set you up for success. You feel loved and cared for but also it encourages you to takes on the responsibility for this course for yourself, knowing you have an amazing support team behind you consisting of both Lucy and the other group members.
Laura, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Since the first day of this course I have not touched a drop of alcohol and currently don’t feel the urge to. SO. AMAZING. Never thought I would say that, but here we are!
I know it sounds melodramatic, but I genuinely feel like this course has saved my life. My body was screaming it wasn’t coping with my choices, and my spirit felt broken in a cycle of breaking my word to myself. I was super scared about the road I was journeying down, and everywhere I tried to seek help didn’t have the information that resonated to lift me out of the destructive cycle I was in.
Conceptually I knew exactly what was going on : why I wanted to soothe/numb, why I chose alcohol, and specifically when I would want it. While I got some solid theory psycho-education from a therapist I was seeing, there was no cut-through to practical execution strategies for stopping. I found lots of books were the same – causal explanations and theories but not a lot of “now you know why, do THIS”.
I was so, so desperate and had a moment of prayer to the universe to send me help. Then a google search came up with Thrivalist 2 days before the 29 July course was about to start.
The “difference that made a difference” for me was the relief of someone saying “I’m going to put myself out there and tell you exactly what you need to do in what order. I’ve got you. These things work. Pick the style that suits you best.” No introspection about what my mother said to me when I was 5, just practical actions to focus on!!! And more important no shame, judgement or labels around “admitting I’m an alcoholic’ (that never resonated with me).
Also the order of the modules has been eerily perfect!
By far the biggest win is realising that if I can learn to control the urge for alcohol then what else can I control – and more importantly create! – by exercising this new skill for myself? Manage the urge to avoid exercise? Manage the urge for non-nutritious food? So. much. potential.
Now I genuinely feel free. It seems like a lifetime ago and a different person that started this course with you, and it’s only been 4 weeks. Today I’m absolutely a more present and connected mother, partner, business owner and human being. The respect in my 16yo daughter’s eyes when I tell her I’ve done yet another week without alcohol is the biggest reward.
This course has been life-changing, freeing, worth double the price! Thank you so much for the vulnerability, insight and practical strategies you’ve packed into this amazing course.
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Claire, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Before Thrivalist, I felt I was losing control of my drinking and had been unable to stop by myself. Lucy provides the tools, resources and support that made it a successful process for me. I can’t thank her enough for giving me myself back. This course is the most wonderful course I have ever done. It’s priceless.
Annette, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Eight weeks ago I sat here drinking my last glass of wine. Ok… bottle. I was terrified of what was to come. Terrified that I’d have to label myself as a drunk woman – how unsexy. Terrified I’d have to give up drinking and become a different person and a total bore.
Terrified of the thought of sitting uncomfortably sober through family and friend dinners, parties and spending my Fridays, who am I kidding… every night… without my trusty red friend in hand. I was terrified of all the ugly truths about myself that would be brought back up to the surface. Terrified of facing my demons, reopening childhood and adult trauma, and all the other good reasons that were forcing my hand, one glass at a time. I was terrified I wouldn’t be able to stop, that I was unhelpable, and that I’d walk away from this course a failure.
So that night I drank… and drank some more…. and then… I drank some more… hoping to get my fill, praying this was it… my last glass and that this time, I’d never want to touch another drop of this poisonous shit ever again.
Then I showed up on the Thrivalist call the following day, definitely feeling worse for wear, hungover, highly emotional and slightly broken. What I learned was that I NEVER had to feel terrified again. Seeing all these beautiful faces smiling back at me with painfully familiar stories and nodding as I told mine, made feel slightly vulnerable but as my buddy put it so eloquently “home”.
Then came all the hard work within the modules, and then came the understanding of my “whys”. Not just all the reasons why I wanted to hop off the roller coaster but… why I drank to numb the pain, why I drank out of loneliness and why my self esteem was at an all time low. The true healing has come not from labeling and filing these emotions away, but facing them, “embracing them” and in sitting uncomfortably with the pain until my soul felt safe and whispered “just let go”.
And then the most brilliant thing happened….
I forgot that I once needed this poison. I forgot I ever wanted to drink. The need and the want is no longer there and longer consumes my thoughts every waking hour. I’ve been released from this insatiable thirst for poison.
I’m able to breathe again. I am free.
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Rebecca, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I wanted a chance to say a few words of thanks, as I am sure my success in being AF is due to the consciousness this Thrivalist journey has brought me. Following the program and having the experience and support of the group was invaluable. Integrity is my why and now I’m awake and aware I simply can’t slide off in denial or avoidance like I used to.
Big thanks to Lucy for putting so much feminine heart and soul in Thrivalist. Your willingness to share modeled vulnerability as a strength and when you coupled that with compassionate encouragement for us to dig deep in our personal work – bingo!
I am absolutely sure that our greatest chance of success is standing together. Thanks to everyone.
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Kathryn, AUS
Thrivalist Member
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve said, “I’m never drinking again.” I would give up for a few months, then think I had it sorted and start drinking again and suddenly after a couple of drinks was back to a bottle a night. I couldn’t quite remember when drinking stopped being fun and I started using wine as a cure all, but my love hate relationship with booze had turned into full blown hating myself. I tried giving up in groups, on my own, with friends and nothing stuck. Until I found Thrivalist. Their way is revolutionary. Lucy somehow manages to weave understanding, compassion and hope into a program that is filled with evidence based solutions, holistic healing and actionable solutions that truly work. In eight short weeks, my entire perspective has changed, I feel liberated and filled with possibility for the first time in a decade. Thank you for giving me back myself.Hide
Prue, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Having never had more than two consecutive days without my beloved wine glass firmly in my hand, TERRIFIED couldn’t even begin to explain how I felt prior to joining the Thrivalist course! I simply did not see the point of living this messy life without my hard-earned and well-deserved reward at the end of every day. But now, I am almost 8 months alcohol-free and celebrating my life in a way I never knew existed! The group-coaching community and Lucy’s incredible support has been instrumental in this beautiful journey and I feel so absolutely privileged to have had this amazing opportunity to discover life without alcohol!Hide
Tanya, South Africa
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist has been a life changer. Going from drinking everyday and not believing my life could ever be different to being sober now for 47 days and the happiest I have been in a very long time. Lucy is a super supportive, caring woman who assists you every step of the way. I am so happy I found Thrivalist and would happily recommend. My life has changed for the better.
Tash, AUS
Thrivalist Member
It’s so weird, every other time I have tried to stop drinking I have thought ahead to events coming up and how I don’t want to miss out on drinking at them and don’t want to have to tell the people at those events that I am not drinking and now I am thinking about those same events with excitement about experimenting with mocktails, being present and remembering it all and even telling the same people that I am not drinking proudly. It’s down to Thrivalist that my mind has shifted.
Paula, SPAIN
Thrivalist Member
I have tried so many times to moderate and it wasn’t until I started Thrivalist that the change REALLY happened. The whole time I’ve been focusing on moderating and cutting down and it never dawned on me that I could find such happiness quitting altogether. I would have laughed and thought it the dumbest most pointless task… yet here I am!
Alex, AUS
Thrivalist Member
This group course really cleared some blocks for me in its early stages. I was able to compartmentalise the negatives of alcohol and say ‘OK informed decision now made’. What a relief to not have to think about that anymore. It is absolutely amazing when I think back to only a few months ago when I was living for wine at night to now having no desire- feeling very thankful. It sounds cliché, but it really is life changing.
Ash, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Lucy you are changing lives… and I know I’m not alone when I say I’m FOREVER grateful.
Kylie, USA
Thrivalist Member
After years of alcohol abuse, Thrivalist’s approach really made a difference for me. The science and amino acid therapy they introduced were key to my recovery. Jen and Lucy’s work has changed my life.
Julia, UK
Thrivalist Member
Jen, Lucy and this course are at the top of my gratitude list everyday.
Claire, South Africa
Thrivalist Member
I had no idea what to expect when I joined Thrivalist. I had just woken up, once again, with a cracking hangover and wishing the hours away until I could go back to bed that night. I decided to not hesitate and use that glimmer of first thing in the morning conviction to sign up before I changed my mind. About an hour later I regretted it and felt silly for having done so, but by then I was committed and so the journey began.
I did not really consider myself to be someone who had a problem with alcohol and yet I found myself waking up at 3am more and more frequently feeling awful and hating myself for what I was doing to my body and my mind. I had started to become ‘sober curious’ some years before when I tried unsuccessfully to do Dry January, Sober October, Sober September etc. Each time I tried one of these months off I would follow a few more sober Instagram accounts or read a few more sobriety books to try help me get through the month and yet I almost always failed about three weeks in. I kept seeing these sober people talking about how wonderful sober living was and how they ‘found themselves’ in sobriety and as someone who was feeling quite lost in her life I wanted some of what they had. But I was also skeptical. Very skeptical.
This course is not just about not drinking. It is so much more than that. It felt like travelling two parallel paths at the same time. On the one path you explore the science behind problem-drinking and why you feel the way you feel, why you drink when you drink and why, despite not really liking its impact on you, you continue to do so. You are given valuable tools and tricks to get past that three week mark, or whatever mark it is for you, and in doing this you learn to uncover the real cause of the cravings, triggers and associations you have with alcohol and in doing so learn a great deal about yourself.
On the other path, as the haze of regular drinking starts to lift from your mind, the journey of personal discovery begins. Jen and Lucy take you through a number of exercises that prompt you to find that person at your core who you were before you became wrapped up in a world of societal conditioning, social anxiety and conformity. You find the person you were before you started numbing that person out.
The course content is a perfect balance of compassion for the human condition and no nonsense for the lies we feed ourselves and are fed by others. Jen and Lucy’s honesty about their own journey to sobriety is refreshing and they are true role models for living their honest best lives.
You don’t have to want to quit drinking forever to benefit from this program. But you should commit to quitting drinking for the duration of the program to feel its full benefit. If you have ever wondered, even in some quiet unspoken place in your mind, if maybe you would be a better version of yourself without the booze then let that voice speak out and give yourself the gift of potential sobriety by just trying it out for 8 weeks. For me it has been life changing!
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Joanne, SPAIN
Thrivalist Member
The Thrivalist course was awesome at highlighting that I was using alcohol as a coping mechanism, which I knew it was. But the biggest thing it showed me was how alcohol was actually making everything worse and compounding my problems. This realisation was huge for me and has made the biggest shift in my approach to alcohol.
I am now a year on and I don't fixate on alcohol. I have a drink when I want a drink but I don't ever drink if it's being used as a coping mechanism. On those days I make a conscious effort to avoid it. I find I don't think about it anymore and it doesn't have a hold on me. Once I learnt what it can do, I realised I didn't want it. Thank you Thrivalist!
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Carol, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Thrivalist is a beautiful community where you can grow to be the person that you strive to be. The support from the community is invaluable. We are all on the same journey wanting the same results so all have a common bond. The community is a very safe space to share your story and be inspired by others' stories.There is no judgment; just pure honest support. The coaching offers unconditional heart-centered support and is fantastic. Joining the Thrivalist community is the best thing I ever did.
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Steph, AUS
Thrivalist Member
Lucy Quick
Thrivalist Co-founder & CEO
I should never have been a drinker. Alcohol was my Kryptonite; it changed my personality, and I often struggled with my off switch. Blackouts and bruises, embarrassing apologies, and shameful tears were all just a part of life for me for so long. I never realised that with every drink, I was driving myself further away from happiness and from being able to live the life I truly wanted and deserved.
By the time I reached my version of rock-bottom in late 2018, I knew for sure that I couldn’t moderate my drinking, and I just had to stop. And so, on January 31st, 2018, my life as I had known it was over. Enough was enough. I was so over the person alcohol made me. I took my last mouthful of alcohol, ever. I started a journal and said a prayer to whoever up there was willing to listen. I asked for help, for direction, and for whatever I needed to sort my life out once and for all. Something shifted, and just like that, a tiny spark in my belly had been lit.
The next day I woke up as the same person on a technical level; however, I was a new woman. A woman possessed. My mindset had shifted; I was energised, determined, dedicated, and clear. Day by day, I recreated the world around me. I built beautiful daily rituals, set and stuck to personal growth commitments, became obsessed with reading about and studying sobriety and self-development. I became my own self-care guru, taking daily actions to keep propelling me towards my goals.
I built a beautiful and deep connection with myself, and it is from this place of self-love and respect that I stayed sober. It’s from here that I became the mother and woman I was always meant to be. Sobriety made me a really happy person. I stopped feeling anxious for the first time in my entire life! I had always put so much blame for my anxious, low vibes on everything else apart from my alcohol intake. Once I removed the alcohol, I realised it was the main thing holding me back all along.
I discovered a burning passion inside of me to help other women who had found themselves in a similar situation like the one I had ended up in, and I became a Certified Life Coach. During my training, I met Jen, and we decided to join forces to create Thrivalist. Being able to support and inspire other women on their own self-development journeys is a dream come true for me, and I am forever grateful for how everything has unfolded.
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