How to become someone who doesn't drink starts with learning to believe in the woman you're becoming, even before you can fully see her in your life.

Have you ever tried affirmations, repeated a few positive words, and wondered why nothing changed? You're not alone, my dear. In this Friday Snippet, Becca shares why affirmations can fall flat when you don't believe them or feel anything behind the words.

Drawing on the teachings of Florence Scovel Shinn, Becca walks you through three essential pieces of a meaningful affirmation: choosing words you can believe, connecting them to genuine emotion, and using visualization to bring your future self to life.

You'll discover how a simple statement like “I am resilient” can help you reconnect with your strength, even after you've tried to quit drinking more times than you'd care to count. Becca also shares how she visualized the success of Sobriety Snippets before the podcast even existed—and why you can begin creating your own next chapter the same way.

No pretending, no forcing, and definitely no white-knuckling. Just a little imagination, an open heart, and faith in what's possible.

Settle in, my dear, and discover how to start practicing the identity you're ready to grow into.

Ready to follow through this time? Join Becca for The Follow-Through, two months of support through November and December with Becca and a small group of women, in a private WhatsApp group and in weekly teaching. There are no Zoom calls to fit into your calendar.

You'll also get the Next Chapter Retreat and VIP access to the third annual legendary Juicy January.

Doors close Saturday, October 31, at midnight Pacific.

Find out more and sign up here: beccajacobson.com/followthrough/

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How to change your relationship with alcohol starts with something you might not expect: the words you use to talk to yourself. And, my dear, some of those words could use a little editing!

In this 700th-episode celebration week, Becca shares five more Snippet Land bylaws inspired by Florence Scovel Shinn's Your Word Is Your Wand. These aren't rules for being a perfect person. They're invitations to notice how your thoughts and language shape the way you see yourself and what's possible.

You'll explore why catastrophizing makes hard moments feel even harder, how words like “always” and “never” keep you stuck, and why you need to be careful about what follows those two little words: “I am.” Becca also unpacks mind reading, predicting doom, and the difference between having a thought and believing it's the absolute truth.

What if “I need a drink” became “I'm having a thought that a drink would help”? What if you replaced “I should know better by now” with a kinder, more useful question?

You don't have to shame yourself into change. You can begin by speaking to yourself differently, one thought at a time. Settle in, my dear, and listen for the words you're ready to change.

Ready to follow through this time? Join Becca for The Follow-Through, two months of support through November and December with Becca and a small group of women, in a private WhatsApp group and in weekly teaching. There are no Zoom calls to fit into your calendar.

You'll also get the Next Chapter Retreat and VIP access to the third annual legendary Juicy January.

Doors close Saturday, October 31, at midnight Pacific.

Find out more and sign up here: beccajacobson.com/followthrough/

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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.

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Personal growth after quitting drinking isn't about getting everything right. It's about learning to treat yourself differently, especially when the journey gets messy.

In this episode, Becca lays down five official Snippet Land bylaws, and yes, there may be imaginary violation tickets involved. First, no negative self-talk. Second, visit your past to heal it, but don't move back in. Third, practice imperfection, because sobriety isn't a neat little project with a tidy finish date. Fourth, let yourself be silly. You don't have to wait until every problem is solved before you allow yourself a little joy. And fifth, stop trying to do this alone.

You'll hear why broken promises don't have to mean failure, how learning from your experiences helps you move forward, and why inviting another person into your journey can bring such tremendous relief. Becca shares a little of her own struggle with independence and the freedom that came when she finally asked for help.

If you've been trying to figure everything out on your own, consider this your friendly reminder that you don't have to. Settle in, enjoy a little Snippet Land silliness, and listen with an open heart.

Join the Follow-Through at beccajacobson.com/followthrough and get the support you need to follow through on your intentions around alcohol before the end of this year.

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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.

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