Hi— I’m Naomi Veak. I spent most of my adult life alternating between wanting to fit in by drinking and smoking pot, and feeling isolated and ashamed because I didn’t want anyone to know I felt out of control, and out of alignment with my true self.
I told myself I was healthy because I drank red wine, and weed was the way I relaxed. Besides— I was excelling in my career, exercised regularly, and ate organic vegetables. So why did things seem off?
What I know now is that back in my early 20s, when I’d begun using weed and alcohol to numb grief and depression, I’d developed a problem that became my identity.
My Shift to Sobriety
In my 40s, after several years of aborted attempts to quit first one thing and then the other, I’d finally had enough. I committed to one full year sober “just as an experiment” and did everything I could think of to create new neural pathways and motivation, including new morning and evening rituals, nervous system support, positive psychology techniques, accountability, tapping (EFT), changing my environment, being of service, exercise in nature, meditation and journaling… many practices that I continue to this day. My sobriety date is in May 2018.
A few months in, while doing a values exercise, I had a tingling full-body knowing that what I wanted was a purpose-driven life, which meant I would never drink or smoke weed again.
Living according to my values is also why I started this community in December 2019, and have since then dedicated my personal and professional development to becoming the leader this community deserves.
Are You a Growth-Oriented Sober Women Seeking More Life in Your Life?
If you're a driven professional woman who eliminated alcohol and drugs to step into your best self, I see you. I’ve been there.
As an expert in personal growth and authentic connection, I’m here to help you build a life where you feel fully supported in your sobriety—every single day.
As a professional nature-connected life coach, I help sober and sober-curious women move from good enough to extraordinary. If you're ready to deepen your connection to yourself and the world around you, let’s talk.
—Naomi Veak, M.Ed, credentialed Nature-Connected Life Coach, certified Authentic Relating Facilitator/Social Health Facilitator
Podcasts
To dive into my story and how I’ve transformed:
Money From feeling powerless to in control—Podcast: The School of Financial Freedom
Connection with Nature From nature as a backdrop to a source of wisdom—Podcast: Nature Untold
Finding my spiritual path from an ex-Jehovah’s Witness with no belief system to feeling supported by Source in my sobriety— Podcast: Confident Sober Women
Relationships and socializing Learning what true connection means beyond alcohol/substances— Podcast: Love is Us
I Love Connecting and Collaborating
Are you involved in the NA beverage scene, wellness services, or the new sobriety movement? Do you have an amazing retreat property, host a podcast, or want to bring more alcohol-free social experiences to your workplace? If you're looking to collaborate, feature a local expert, or support this work, I'd love to connect and explore how we can support each other.
Are you curious about My Sober Girlfriends or wondering if it's the right fit for you? Interested in nature-connected life coaching? Whether you have questions, need encouragement, or just want to say hi, I'd love to hear from you!