Ep 164: The AF Couple with Xiomara Zontelli

Do you want to change your relationship with alcohol, but you're worried about what it's going to do to your relationship? If this is something you’re currently navigating, you will absolutely want to tune in!

Xiomara and her partner Pat entered into their relationship with alcohol as a third companion. Their drinking quickly escalated into blackouts, fights, and hangovers. Discover what caused them to reevaluate their relationship with alcohol, set boundaries and healthy communication styles, and ultimately discover peace and flourishing in their partnership through ditching alcohol.

Xiomara’s story is so relatable, non-judgmental, and supportive. She offers hope and possibility. There is much more life to life when alcohol is taken out of the equation, and this episode is here to help you understand why!

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IN THIS EPISODE:

How a vacation to Costa Rica led to a breaking point in Xiomara and Pat’s relationship.
Why taking a break from their relationship and giving each other space was so supportive in their journey. Space can be the best way to care for one another as you navigate this new way of being!
If alcohol is no longer involved, will you have anything in common anymore? Xiomara shares the communication and peace she found through couples therapy and on the other side of drinking.
How to discover and develop a healthier bond and communication style with your partner so you can manage conflicts better.
The power of tantra and eye gazing, a sensual form of couples yoga that’s helping Xiomara and Pat reconnect and deepen their relationship with each other.
What it looks like for Xiomara to share her and Pat’s relationship and alcohol-free lifestyle together on social media.

REFLECTION QUESTION:

Alcohol can cause us to say and do things we never would sober, and this unfortunately can come with severe consequences, especially in a relationship.

What role does or has alcohol played in your romantic relationships? What could be the positive impact on your relationship if you were to ditch alcohol? If alcohol is a core piece to your connection with your partner, what are some alternative ways you could create connection with one another?

“One thing that I think a lot of couples that do go sober together have to face is, ‘if alcohol is not involved, are we still going to have anything in common?’” - Xiomara Zontelli

“Going alcohol-free has really given me more life, in my life. I feel like I'm able to utilize my time so much more, and I'm able to be more intentional.” - Xiomara Zontelli

“I feel like it is a movement right now, and I want to inspire more people too because I think that not drinking really lets more light into your life.” - Xiomara Zontelli

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Be sure to give Xiomara a follow on her Instagram, @theAFCouple, and be on the lookout for tantra classes and workshops coming by the end of the year!

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This episode is brought to you by Wild AF. If you’re looking for a deliciously authentic non-alcoholic wine that’s all natural, check out Wild AF Wine today, and give their Sparkling Rosé a try! Use code EuphoricAF30 to get 30% off. Try it today.

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