Journaling can be a powerful tool as it provides a safe space where you can document your thoughts, feelings and experiences. It can help you to gain greater self-awareness, identify triggers and understand underlying issues that have contributed to your drinking. be sure to track your process as this helps to reinforce your commitment to sobriety. The following questions should help you to develop a deeper understanding …
Alcohol addiction relapse is a deeply personal and multifaceted experience that affects many of us who are walking the path to sobriety. As someone who has faced a fair few ups and downs on this journey, I understand that reaching sobriety is a significant and commendable achievement. However, it’s essential to recognize that the road to recovery is not without it’ challenges, and relapse can …
Understanding the Neuroscience Behind Alcohol Consumption We’ve all been there – at a party, a family gathering, or even just enjoying a quiet evening at home – when a glass of wine, a beer, or a cocktail seems to make everything a bit brighter, more fun and we feel more relaxed. But have you ever wondered why alcohol makes us feel this way? And why …
“Its been a rollercoaster ride” My journey to sobriety wasn’t a linear path. Like many, I started with good intentions, thinking I could manage my drinking and keep it under control I was caught in the cycle of social drinking—celebrating with friends, unwinding after a stressful day, and constantly using alcohol to cope with emotions or fill awkward silences. I didn’t see the problem at …
Giving up booze isn’t just about avoiding hangovers or avoiding awkward texts after a hazy night out- it’s a golden ticket to some fantastic, unexpected rewards that you probably don’t expect. Imagine mornings where you wake up and spring out of bed instead of crawling. Adventures you actually remember. A 5 Star Uber rating because you are not spewing in the back seat or chewing …
A positive space for the sober and sober curious. For most of us drinking alcohol has become part of our daily routine. We get home from work and open a bottle of wine or crack open a bear. For birthdays, we go for drinks with friends. We celebrate milestones with champagne. Thursday nights we pop for work drinks or swing via our locals on the …
