What if going alcohol-free isn't enough? What if the beverages you're replacing alcohol with are still compromising your health?In this deeply personal episode, I'm sharing my origin story—how a TaskRabbit gig painting a wall became divine intervention that led me to become "the clean label specialist" in the alcohol-free beverage industry.I was freshly divorced, new to Charleston, working TaskRabbit to make ends meet, and had almost fully surrendered to not knowing what the hell I was doing. Then I painted an accent wall at Emily Heintz's house, and everything changed. She hired me as Sechey's distribution manager and copywriter before Charleston's first alcohol-free bottle shop even opened its doors.I fell in love with brands like Rasasvada, Curious Elixirs, Bax Botanics, Wilfred's Aperitif, and Amethyst. At first, I was consumed by the movement—the alternative, the tool to help people stay out in the world celebrating and socializing without alcohol.But then I started reading labels. And I had an uncomfortable realization: just because something is alcohol-free doesn't mean it's supporting your health.In This Episode We Explore:My spiritual journey from TaskRabbit to Creative Director of Alcohol-Free & Functional Beverage ProgramsWhy I became known as "the clean label specialist" in the alcohol-free industryThe gut-brain connection and why your microbiome affects everything (mood, mental health, immunity)How the biohacking and longevity communities are changing the alcohol conversationThe shadow side of "healthy" alternatives—are you trading one form of escapism for another?What conscious consumption actually means (it's not just about ingredients)Why artificial sweeteners, synthetic flavors, and excessive sugar undermine your wellbeingThe difference between using adaptogens and nootropics as tools vs. crutchesHow The Caim Circle (inner work) and Untoxicated (conscious choices) support each otherThe pattern vs. the substance: examining WHY you're reaching for anythingThe Deeper Questions:If you're removing alcohol for your mental clarity, physical health, and presence—why would you replace it with beverages that still compromise your body in different ways? Are you doing the inner work around why you were drinking in the first place? Or are you just trading substances?This conversation bridges shadow work, nervous system healing, gut health, and the emerging clean label movement in the alcohol-free beverage industry.Resources:Visit thecaimcircle.com for all offerings.Connect: @thecaimcircle | @untoxicatedworldSupport the showWhen you join the CAIM Circle, you're not just getting information—you're getting transformation. 👉 Join The Caim Circle Membership Is it time for personalized support? Connect With Me! Website: www.thecaimcirlce.com Instagram: @jessafrances @untoxicated.world Thank you for being here. Thank you for doing this work. And thank you for being willing to fail—because that means you're willing to grow. Leave a Review If this episode resonated with you, please consider: ⭐ Leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 📲 Sharing this episode with a friend who needs to hear it 💬 Tagging me on social media with your biggest takeaway Your support helps this message reach more people who need it.

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