Beyond the Grey - With Special Guest, Sarah Connelly

Emergence. Leading from the Field — Episode 8: "Beyond the Grey"

In this episode, Sarah Connelly speaks about the concept of grey area drinking—a pattern where individuals are highly functional but rely on alcohol to cope with stress and other pressures in their lives. Sarah explains why this issue is particularly common among high achievers and A-type personalities, who often live fast-paced, high-pressure lives, and how it impacts upon their ability to be conscious leaders.

We discuss the dangers of waiting for a "rock bottom" moment before seeking help and how proactive, intentional change can lead to significant personal growth.

Sarah also shares her own journey of transforming her relationship with alcohol, highlighting the key roles of patience, self-compassion, and presence. She introduces her 30-day Power Pause program, emphasizing its curated, small-group approach and focus on long-term inner resilience rather than just quitting alcohol.

Throughout, Sarah frames the decision to address grey area drinking not as a loss, but as a profound opportunity for personal transformation. When we are able to hold ourselves in kindness and compassion, we can lead from the field with great curiosity and insight.

🎙️ Tune in, be inspired, and begin your own emergence. See you in the field.

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Sarah Connelly is a Grey Area Drinking Coach specializing in helping high-achieving professionals reset their relationship with alcohol so they can lead with clarity, integrity, and full presence.

With over 15 years of experience in coaching, education, and leadership, Sarah combines neuroscience, behaviour change psychology, spirituality and lived experience to guide people through sustainable transformation—without labels, shame, or rock-bottom stories. She's the creator of the 30-Day Power Pause, a groundbreaking program for those ready to reclaim their energy, purpose, and potential—one conscious choice at a time.

Sarah is based in Brisbane Australia. You can connect with Sarah at https://www.sarahconnelly.com.au/ and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-connelly-23653421/

 

To connect with the host, visit www.artemisevangelidi.com