Episode 212 - Questioning Alcohol After Cancer in Menopause

In this honest and judgment-free conversation, Dani is joined by cancer survivors Emily and Anita to explore their relationship with alcohol after cancer and during menopause.

Together, they talk openly about questioning drinking habits, attempts to moderate or stop altogether, the social shifts that come with drinking less, and the impact on identity and relationships.

We know that no amount of alcohol is completely safe. Large studies show that alcohol increases the risk of at least seven different cancers, and it can also worsen menopause symptoms such as hot flushes, poor sleep, and anxiety. But this episode isn’t about shame or blame.

It’s an invitation to reflect — gently and without judgement — on your own relationship with alcohol.

Whether you drink occasionally, regularly, or not at all, this conversation creates space to pause and ask: Is this still serving me?

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

06:41 "Finding My People Alcohol-Free"

13:20 "Alcohol-Free Holiday Journey"

16:37 "Redefining Roles When Sober"

24:34 "Sober Struggle with Moderation"

26:37 "Authentic Connections Without Alcohol"

30:26 Alcohol, Endometriosis, and Regret

32:03 Alcohol, Cancer, and Self-Blame

35:14 "Individual Choices in Health"

41:06 "Sober Journey, New Experiences"

These are the websites Anita and Emily mention:

https://besober.co.uk/ and https://soberbutterfly.com/

You can find Anita here https://yogaandsoundwithanita.co.uk/

And Emily here https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-lunn-4931b3106/

Connect with us:

For more information and resources visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

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