Life Beyond the Binge

Life Beyond the Binge is Colleen Clifford’s heartfelt memoir and transformational guide to living fully without alcohol. Drawing on her personal journey as a binge drinking survivor and widow, 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 cravings, master their relationship with alcohol, and rediscover their purpose. Through Life Beyond the Binge, readers are empowered to break free from anxiety, shame, and destructive cycles — moving toward sustainable, alcohol-free living and a life they truly deserve.

Colleen Clifford is a 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. Through coaching, speaking, and writing, Colleen empowers people to live fully, joyfully, and with purpose.

What is Binge Drinking? – Understand the behaviors and patterns behind binge drinking.
 

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.
 

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