Kate's Blog
We’re often encouraged to have a few drinks to loosen up and overcome anxiety. Whether it’s to help us get in the mood at a party, or pluck up the courage to talk to that guy or girl, the message we often hear is: alcohol will help...
When I was trying to figure out how to quit drinking, I think I made just about every mistake in the book! It took me ages to figure out what I was doing wrong and find a way to make sobriety stick. If you’ve been struggling with your...
I normally blog on a Monday, but today is an extra special day - I am celebrating 5 years of alcohol-free living! It has gone sooooo fast. I’ll always be grateful to that curious, little part of me that wondered if taking a break from...
How many times have you asked yourself, "Do I really need to stop drinking?" Answering that question can be tough. Towards the end of my drinking career, I found it helpful to hear about other people's experiences and the...
Be honest with me - have you ever typed any of these questions into Google: Am I drinking too much? How do I stop drinking? How much wine is dangerous? Am I an alcoholic? What is the definition of an alcoholic? Can I cut down...
Before I quit drinking, I was sure that life without wine would be boring, flat and a bit too much like hard work. Having grown up on a diet of Bridget Jones and Sex And The City, I was convinced that cocktails and chardonnay were...
I want to help you get March off to an incredible start. If you’ve vowed to turn over a new leaf this month, something you’re definitely going to need is the right mindset. Sure, strategies for stopping drinking are great...
This week I’m writing to you from sunny California! A few days ago I was in LA doing lots of touristy things in Hollywood, where they're getting ready for the Oscars. Walking around such an iconic place got me thinking...
For a long time, I was very keen on the idea of moderation. I was drinking too much and feeling awful... but I didn’t want to stop completely. Sobriety was way too radical a step for someone like me, right? I was one of those...