Break the Draining
Cycle of Alcohol
sleep better, feel in control, and get your energy back.
Compassionate, neuroscience-informed guidance for high-functioning people who want their evenings back.
Explore what's possible when you live AFreeLife!
More time
More energy
Better health
Stronger relationships
Less anxiety
More confidence
More money
The sky's the limit
Are you ready to learn how to change your
relationship with alcohol, but not sure where
else to turn?
Sip Smart 6-Step Guide
Look no further! Grab our FREE Sip Smart 6-Step Guide to Controlling Alcohol which provides actionable practical tips and is the first step to freeing you from the 3:00 am Wash Rinse Repeat cycle.
Learn to control your drinking and find a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Join the free 7-Day Experiment -no pressure, no labels, just guidance and clarity.
You don't have to commit to forever, just seven days of curiosity.
If you've ever promised yourself you'd drink less and it didn't stick...you're not alone.
You don't need more willpower.
You need a process that honors how your brain and body actually work.
If any of this sounds familiar, you're exactly where you need to be:
You wake up with regret and tell yourself tomorrow will be different
You're productive, capable and still can't shake this pattern
You just want to feel clear, confident, and in control again
You decide to take another break; I'll show myself I’ve got it this time...until you don’t.
And it’s 3:00 am. You’re awake in puddle of self-loathing. Again. Gosh darn it. Wash. Rinse. Repeat.
You don't have to decide what your entire relationship with alcohol will look like...
... you just have to take your next right step.
Whether you're just curious or ready to dive deeper, there's a path that fits your pace.
Each of these programs meets you where you are, offering the right balance of structure, support, and freedom.
THE 7-DAY EXPERIMENT (FREE)
Gentle awareness, no pressure
A free, guided week to observe your habits, uncover what's really driving them, and experience how good it feels to wake up clear.
Best for: Anyone just starting to explore change
the 30-day reset
Structure, support, and steady progress
A month-long, science-backed journey to rebuild energy, confidence, and control with tools and coaching that make change feel doable.
Best for: Those ready to actively rewire their relationship with alcohol
90-day TRANSFORMATION
Deep transformation through personalized support
A private coaching experience for those ready to go deeper that combines mindset work, neuroscience, and compassionate accountability for lasting freedom.
Best for: Those seeking individualized guidance and long-term growth
choose the right next step for you
Your Journey, Your Pace
Each option meets you exactly where you are, with the right balance of support and structure.
the 30-day reset
(Your first step)
Structure, support, and steady progress
A month-long, science-backed journey to rebuild energy, confidence, and control with tools and coaching that make change feel doable.
Best for: Those ready to actively rewire their relationship with alcohol
90-day TRANSFORMATION
(1:1 Coaching Program)
Deep transformation through personalized support
A private coaching experience for those ready to go deeper that combines mindset work, neuroscience, and compassionate accountability for lasting freedom.
Best for: Those seeking individualized guidance and long-term growth
What Clients Notice
When Taking A Break From Alcohol...
More restful sleep
Fewer cravings and calmer mornings
Sharper focus and lighter mornings
A stronger sense of self-trust
You decide to take another break; I'll show myself I’ve got it this time...until you don’t.
And it’s 3:00 am. You’re awake in puddle of self-loathing. Again. Gosh darn it. Wash. Rinse. Repeat.
“Joy’s 30 Day Reset Program was A GAME CHANGER FOR ME. I’ve tried Dry January and Sober October before but always on my own using willpower. Never with a structure program or thoughtful guide to coach me along the way and provide me tools to use when the month was over. I highly recommend this program to anyone wanting to make a change in their life!”
~ Elizabeth L., Boston, MA
I look and feel better. I learned a great deal about myself as well as this process... I have uncovered several feelings that I can now bring out and know that it is ok.
~ David W., Buffalo, NY
Hi, I'm Joy
...a certified coach and founder of AFreeLife Coaching.
I lived in the same draining cycle for 35+ years before finding freedom in 2019.
Now I help people move from guilt and exhaustion to clarity and calm—not by quitting overnight, but by understanding what's really happening.
My approach blends neuroscience, compassion, and lived experience to help you make change that lasts.
Joy Stieglitz is a certified Wellness Coach who specializes in helping sandwich generation people change their relationship with alcohol and/or other unwanted habits to find true freedom and joy in their life. Alcohol Free since November 2019, Joy brings valuable insights into her practice. AFreeLife Coaching is a safe space where all are welcome to explore their desire for health, wellness, and personal growth regardless of where they are or want to go on their journey, and regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, or any other social construct.
© 2026 - AFreeLife - All Rights Reserved - Terms of Service - Privacy Policy