What if this summer changed everything?
Imagine waking up energized.
Imagine mornings that start with intention, not regret.
Imagine a summer that isn’t fogged by hangovers or self-doubt—but one filled with presence, pleasure, and possibility.
Welcome to Sober Summer, an empowering 8-week guided experience to help you take a conscious break from alcohol and reclaim your radiance—mind, body, and spirit.
Learn the skills and habits that will help you change your alcohol use.
Join a community of like minded women who are on the same path to explore creating a healthy, happy framework for their lives.
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Learn about and Understand Alcohol Use
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What is alcohol?
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How does alcohol affect the body?
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What are the risks of alcohol use?
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Identify Your Risk Factors
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What are your personal risk factors for alcohol use?
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What are the social and environmental factors that influence your alcohol use?
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Setting Goals
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What are your goals for reducing your alcohol use?
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How will you measure your progress?
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Strategies for reduction or elimination
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What strategies can you use to reduce your alcohol use?
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Tools to help you implement these strategies
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Overcoming Challenges
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What challenges might you face in reducing your alcohol use?
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How will you overcome these challenges?
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Maintaining Change
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How will you maintain your progress in reducing your alcohol use?
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How will you prevent returning to old behavior?
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What you get:
Lifetime access to Sober September, an 8 week course with video lessons, thought provoking sessions with follow up questions, resources and inspiration and coaching for your optimal wellbeing.
Live virtual coaching sessions twice weekly with Shelley DeMarco covering specific actions you can incorporate to help you eliminate the habits that you don't want and to implement the habits you DO want.
Morning check ins, journal prompts, and community discussions that help with inspiration and accountability.
Empower Yourself Now
CULTIVATE A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP WITH ALCOHOL
WHETHER YOU WISH YOU ELIMINATE ALCOHOL USE OR REDUCE YOUR USE, CREATE A DEEPER FOCUS ON YOUR MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT TO LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE.
Reduce or eliminate
your alcohol use for your health and happiness!
Why Summer?
If you eliminate or reduce alcohol use now, it will be that much easier during other times of the year typically known for parties, like birthdays and holidays. Plus you will be able to lose weight and feel great!
This program is for you if:
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You’ve been feeling the nudge to take a break from alcohol—but don’t want to do it alone.
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You’re a wellness enthusiast ready to take your vitality and awareness to the next level.
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You’ve noticed alcohol is taking more than it gives—and you’re ready to shift that dynamic.
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You want to explore the deeper why behind your habits and patterns with compassion and curiosity.
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You’re ready for a reset—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
You don’t have to identify as “sober” forever to benefit from a Sober Summer.
You just have to be curious about what’s possible when you clear the noise and come home to yourself.
If you are in your 40s, 50s,
or beyond:
Many women, as they approach menopause start drinking more. Similarly, Men can find themselves drinking more when testosterone lowers with age.
This can be caused by:
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Stress: People in their 40s, 50s and beyond are often juggling a lot of responsibilities, such as raising children, caring for aging parents, and working full-time. This can lead to a lot of stress, which some women may turn to alcohol to cope with.
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Menopause: Menopause can also lead to increased alcohol consumption in women. This is because menopause can cause a number of physical and emotional changes, such as hot flashes, mood swings, and fatigue. Alcohol can temporarily relieve some of these symptoms, which can make it tempting to drink more.
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Socialization: Alcohol is often seen as a way to socialize and relax, so it's not surprising that women in their 40s and 50s may drink more when they're with friends or family.
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Cultural factors: Alcohol consumption is more socially acceptable for women today than it was in the past. This means that women may feel more comfortable drinking in public and around others.
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Genetics: Some women may be more predisposed to alcoholism than others. This is due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Did you know?
There is some evidence to suggest that there may be a correlation between women in their 40s and 50s having lower estrogen and wanting to drink more alcohol.
Estrogen is a hormone that plays a role in regulating mood, sleep, and appetite. When estrogen levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, it can lead to changes in these areas, which can sometimes lead to increased alcohol consumption.
For example, one study found that women who were perimenopausal or menopausal and had lower estrogen levels were more likely to report drinking more alcohol than women with higher estrogen levels. Another study found that women who were perimenopausal or menopausal and had hot flashes were more likely to report drinking more alcohol than women who did not have hot flashes.
So bringing this awareness to your daily habits may help you reduce alcohol consumption and replace it with healthier habits.
What does alcohol do to men in their 40s, 50s and beyond?
While many men assume they can continue drinking with the same ease they did in their 20s or 30s, alcohol can take a mounting toll on the male body over time.
As testosterone levels naturally decline with age, alcohol can further disrupt hormonal balance, leading to reduced energy, libido, muscle mass, and motivation. It also impairs sleep quality, which is crucial for recovery and mental clarity—especially in midlife.
Over time, regular drinking increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, liver strain, weight gain around the midsection, and cognitive fog. For men seeking vitality, emotional resilience, and peak performance as they age, stepping back from alcohol—even temporarily—can be a profound act of self-leadership and renewal.
About Your Instructor and Coach
Specializing in women's mentorship, relationship coaching and unique retreat experiences, Shelley DeMarco teaches the techniques, habits and integration methods to radically change mindset and behaviors for living a fully embodied life of love, connection & joy.
More reasons to reduce alcohol:
There are still more reasons to reduce alcohol consumption in your life:
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Save Money
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Lose Weight
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Improve relationships
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More energy
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Avoid the drunchies
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Better sleep
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Improved follow through
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Improved ability to handle challenges