Notes from the center of the labyrinth
Sobriety has given me a new lens on my favorite ‘80s movie—revealing unexpected parallels between Sarah's fantastical adventure and my own real-life journey of recovery.
For my will is as strong as yours, and my kingdom as great...
True Perspective and a Phony Negroni—Reflections on luck.
It’s the day after St Patrick’s Day and I’m taking a moment to reflect on life and “luck.” St Patty’s is notoriously a big drinking holiday [I’m sure I don’t need to mention] and celebrating looks quite different for me than it used to. Last night, I had a dinner with friends—they had cocktails while I sipped a Phony Negroni—and I was really surprised by what happened…
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.
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6 Ways Alcohol Affects Your Gut [NYTimes]
Drinking alcohol with meals is just a normal part of our culture, right? 🍷 There’s wine with dinner, cocktails at happy hour, or a ::toast:: with champagne… 🥂
But you know what’s another increasingly common part of life? …digestive issues. This article details…
“I’m already drinking less than I normally would—without really thinking about it!”
“I’m already drinking less than I normally would—without really thinking about it!” Some recent reviews from clients were so brilliant I just had to share:
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:
Spoiler alert: You can’t judge yourself into change. Try this instead.
This is the foundation of everything. >> We cannot shame ourselves into change. We can only love ourselves into evolution. If beating ourselves up 🥊 actually led to a successful, happy life... we wouldn't be having this conversation right now. 😅 Learn how you can shift AWAY from perfectionism & judgment and TOWARDS a peaceful, beautiful, evolution…
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…
Conquering Alcohol, Burnout, and Hustle Culture
Have you ever wondered how societal norms and media shape our views on alcohol? Or how burnout and stress can drive us towards unhealthy coping mechanisms? In this riveting podcast episode, hosts Ruby and Susan sit down with the incredible Jamie Phillips, a certified alcohol freedom mindset coach. Jamie opens up about her personal battles with addiction, the relentless hustle culture, and the transformative power of rest.