How to CHANGE your drinking before you’re READY to change your drinking.
Q: “I’ve heard you say to “start before you’re ready” but… what do you mean by that… how do I actually do that? Especially if you’re telling us NOT to stop drinking right away?”
Great question! That tip can sound counter-intuitive and, in fact: it is. It runs counter to the usual “willpower-based models” out there that tell you: if you want to change something—to simply grit your teeth and CHANGE IT. …but, that’s not how our brain works.
Watch this quick video where I explain HOW to start changing your drinking before you’re feeling ready to change your drinking…
Your mind creates your reality… and alcohol dulls your mind. (Aka: why take a break.)
Something I hear from my clients all the time—once they’ve gotten a little time under their belt alcohol-free—is variations on this theme: 👉 “Things are still hard right now, but not AS hard.”
Even just after a few weeks without alcohol in your system, you’ll feel a difference in your perspective… and this, my friend, is a dramatic improvement. When…
I’m trying to drink less, but “What if my biggest trigger is OTHER PEOPLE?”
Do you absorb other people’s emotions or “energy?” Have you ever felt your vibe shift because of another person’s mood? If this sounds familiar, you might be picking up on other people’s emotions — absorbing their energy without even realizing it. Over time, this emotional sponge effect can leave you feeling drained, anxious, or reaching for a drink to cope.
It might feel like something you can’t control, but the good news is: you can learn to protect your energy! This simple shift can make a big difference:
Alcohol, mood, and anxiety… what I wish I’d known sooner.
I used to drink “at” the news. (I used to drink “at” a lot of things…) And I don’t judge myself for that. I actually have a lot of compassion for myself back then… ☺️ I mean, Of course I wanted to soothe the discomfort of seeing horrible and scary things happening in the world. Of course I wanted to find a way to feel better—to “cope.” 🗨️ But, here’s what I wish I’d known sooner…
I’m trying to cut back, but “What if my partner still drinks?”
“What if my partner still drinks?” This is one of the most common questions I get from my clients who are trying to cut back on their alcohol intake, and it was a big issue for me, personally. Listen to this quick video for my top two mindset tips to help you find your stride and achieve your goals in this alcohol-soaked-society.
If the goal is to drink less, then why are you talking about “self-care” all the time?
“If the goal is to drink less, then why are we talking about “self-care” all the time?” This is a great question! The topic of self-care can seem vague, trendy, or even eye-rolly. But, when it comes to redefining your relationship with booze, it’s got to be at the top of the list. Watch this quick video where I cut right to the chase and explain WHY:
Are you drinking to cope with stress and anxiety right now? Try this, instead.
I don’t know about you, but I never actually learned how to “feel big feelings.” Looking back, I can see that I mostly used alcohol to numb, comfort, or escape. In these troubling times, I wanted to share a tool with you in case you need some help processing hard emotions right now…