If Quitting Drinking Feels Too Hard, Try This
“This is too hard for me.” When I was struggling to quit drinking, I said this so often it almost became a mantra. But back then, alcohol-free living really did feel like an impossible task to me. If you’re feeling the same way, there are two things I suggest you try… I explain more in […]
Numbing Out From Life’s Simple Pleasures
Alcohol is such a blunt tool. If you’re drinking to take the edge off the day, you’re not just numbing out from the stuff you’re trying to avoid. You end up taking the shine off a lot of the good stuff too. You numb the lows and the highs. That means missing out on many […]
Alcohol Is Stealing Genuine Joy From Your Life
All you’re doing is looking forward to your next glass of wine. Perhaps you’re half way through a bottle? Or staring into an empty glass and pondering another? You’re distracted, so you don’t realise a robbery is taking place…
You’re Not Missing Out: Sober Holiday Myths
At this time of year, I often hear from people worried they’ll be missing out if they stay sober on holiday. They can’t imagine skipping cocktails by the pool or saying no to wine with their evening meal. When you’re feeling this way, it’s so easy to talk yourself into giving up on your sober […]
How To Say No To Free Drinks (Without Feeling Deprived)
Picture the scene: you’re trying really hard to be good when, out of nowhere, you’re offered a free drink. It might be during a flight, on holiday, at a wedding, a party, a restaurant or a work conference… Wherever it is, there’s something about turning down booze you haven’t paid for that can be extra […]
“I Don’t Feel Ready To Take A Break From Booze.”
Perhaps you keep thinking about taking a break from alcohol. Maybe you’ve been dabbling with sobriety, on and off, for a while… You spend a lot of time worrying about your drinking and contemplating quitting. But you just don’t feel ready yet. Somehow, it never feels like quite the right time. If this sounds familiar, […]
Why Moderation Is More Restrictive Than Sobriety
For a long time I didn’t want to quit drinking completely. The idea of total sobriety felt very restrictive to me. I was certain that if I could just find a way to control my drinking and “moderate properly”, I’d be happy. Back then, what I didn’t realise is that moderation is actually more restrictive […]
Why You Need An Alcohol-Free Holiday This Year
This summer feels like it’s going to be the first ‘normal’ one in ages. Travel is back and holidays are on. Whether you’re going away for a weekend or a few weeks, it can bring up the same question: “How do I do this… sober?!” You might be curious, nervous or overwhelmed at the thought […]
The Risks You Take When You Drink Too Much
I hate being nagged to do stuff. I don’t want to be guilt tripped, made to feel bad or like I ‘should’ change. So that probably explains why I’ve been a bit reluctant to share this week’s blog. I’d much rather inspire, than scare you into quitting drinking. But… the topic I cover in this […]
Knowing Your Reasons: 3 Tips For Finding Your Why
Quick question for you… Why do you want to quit drinking or take a break from booze? What’s motivating you to do this – or consider it? You can probably give me a couple of reasons off the top of your head. But I wonder if there are some other motivators that you haven’t even […]
