Are You Controlling Alcohol… Or Is It Controlling You?
I thought I was the one in charge. I had rules, limits and plans. What to drink, where to drink, when to drink… I had it all figured out. All I needed to do was stick to my rules. However… (I bet you can see where this is going) My “rules” never quite worked out. […]
Why I Feel Lucky To Be Sober On St Patrick’s Day
Do you know what I love to do on St Patrick’s Day, one of the booziest days of the year? I like to reflect on how lucky I am to be sober! Seriously. I make sure I take a moment to pause and appreciate how fortunate I am to be living life, alcohol-free. But of […]
The Hidden Ways Alcohol Is Making Your Life Harder
We all know the obvious downsides of drinking. The hangovers, the things you can’t remember, the cost, the shame, the health risks and impact on your appearance. But have you ever thought about the small, hidden ways that alcohol makes your life harder without you even noticing? I’m talking about the tedious, soul-sucking, subtle problems […]
Are You Hiding Your Drinking… From Yourself?
Have you ever found yourself wondering exactly how much you drank last week, but then shrugged it off because – honestly – you’d rather not know? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. When I was drinking, I remember not only hiding it from other people, but hiding it from myself too. I know, it […]
When You’re Tempted To Give Up On Your Sober Goals
“Enough! I’m fed up. I’m done with this. I’m tired of trying not to drink. I’m just going to give up on sobriety!” Does this sound at all familiar? I’ve been there myself, so I know exactly what it feels like. But just before you slam that sober door shut and ignore any further communication […]
Why Moderating Alcohol Is Like Gambling In Vegas
Have you ever thought about the similarities between trying to moderate your drinking and gambling in a casino? I’ve spent the past few days in Las Vegas – Sin City itself. A place where the drinks flow freely, the casinos never close and the house always wins. And that got me thinking about the parallels […]
Why Drinking Won’t Give You The Valentine’s Day You Really Want
Are you wrestling with the thought of a Valentine’s Day without wine? It’s not surprising – drinking is so often tied to the idea of romance. We’ve been conditioned to believe that a candlelit dinner must include a bottle of wine and that alcohol is the secret ingredient to a special evening. So if you’re […]
Playing The Movie To The End – Are You Doing It Right?
When you’re tempted to drink, playing the movie to the end is a great idea. This means forcing yourself to think about how things will really turn out, if you have “just one drink.” (Because the truth is, it’s probably not going to be just one…) This technique of “thinking through the drink” can really […]
Thinking Of Drinking In February? Don’t Skip This Step First
Dry January is nearly over and, for many, the 1st of February – this Saturday – marks the return of “normal” drinking routines. My social media is full of people excitedly planning a “Wet February” and celebrating “getting back to normal.” But what about you? If you’re reading this, I’m guessing you feel differently. Maybe […]
2024 In Review: Our Alcohol-Free Highlights Of The Year
Every December, I invite the women I’ve been coaching at The Sober School to send me a photo of their alcohol-free highlight of the year. It might be a moment they were so glad they were sober and fully present for, or perhaps something that wouldn’t have even happened if they’d been drinking. Every picture […]
