Life Beyond the Binge
Introduction to the Book
Life Beyond the Binge is Colleen Clifford’s heartfelt memoir. Throughout its pages, she invites her readers to self-reflect on their own style of drinking asking the question, how is it working for you? Drawing on her personal journey as a binge drinking survivor, commercial fisherwoman for 36 years, and a suicide survivor, Colleen shares her story with honesty and compassion, showing why binge drinking is so dangerous and how to transform destructive patterns.
This book blends powerful storytelling with practical tools, guiding readers to understand why binge drinking is so sneaky, dangerous, and easy to deny. If slowing down or stopping is your goal, how to move past cravings and discover why you no longer need to drink. Through Life Beyond the Binge, readers are empowered to break free from anxiety, shame, and destructive cycles — moving toward sustainable living, becoming the best version of themselves they can in this lifetime.
"All we take with us when we die, is what we have become." - Jean Kirkpatrick (WFS Founder)
Who do you want to be in that moment? I know for me, it isn't dying drunk.
About the Author
Colleen Clifford is a commercial fisherwoman, health coach, binge drinking survivor, and advocate for alcohol-free living. After losing her husband to alcohol-related suicide, she turned her personal pain into purpose, helping others break free from the cycle of drinking, anxiety, and shame.
It's estimated approximately 59,000 people die each year from binge drinking. That isn't drinking every day, or being considered an alcoholic. That is drinking one time, too much and dying. Colleen could have been a statistic at least 6 times in her life. Her husband is a statistic. She doesn't want YOU to become one.
Through coaching, speaking, and writing, Colleen empowers people to live fully, joyfully, and with purpose. He motivation and passion for change, believing it is never too late, is what drives her, and the promise she made to her late husband. Share....try to make a difference...for anyone who will listen...
Key Themes
What is Binge Drinking? – Understand the behaviors, and patterns behind binge drinking. Why is it so sneaky?
Why it’s Dangerous – Learn about the physical, mental, and emotional risks, including brownouts, blackouts, and hidden consequences.
How to Transform – Practical tools and strategies for lasting change.
Craving Mastery – Techniques to manage alcohol cravings effectively.
Rediscovering Your Purpose – Find meaning, joy, and fulfillment beyond alcohol.
What Readers Will Gain
Clarity on what binge drinking really is
Insight into the 95/5 Percent Factor for sustainable change
Awareness of the dangers of brownouts and blackouts
Identification of personal barriers standing in the way
Guidance on setting non-negotiables to support your alcohol-free life
How to embrace self-compassion and allow grace in your journey of transformation
