…me what I really crave which is ‘connection’. I was living a disconnect with myself, the real me, the people that I love and the world around me. I never drank to enjoy the taste, when socialising with others; instead it was done in private mostly, with my children in the other room and my husband by my side ready…
…what I want right now?’ and ‘Does this behaviour support me physically, mentally and emotionally?’. Stay present and mindful. Remind yourself of all the benefits of sticking to your intentions. 4. You are not alone When you are socialising it’s easy to feel like you might be missing out on a good time if you don’t let your hair down….
…behaviours ideas article here. Alcohol in TV shows and movies: is it ever relevant? The struggle to find a show or movie that doesn’t contain alcohol is quite universal and reflects why alcohol has become central to socialising, glamour, excess and wealth. READ MORE Slipped up? Like every attempt to create a new habit, setbacks are bound to happened. Slip…
Helpful Resources Our Daybreak community is very supportive, encouraging and resourceful – they are constantly offering suggestions for getting over the first few hurdles in giving up alcohol or in staying sober. It’s not easy to cut back or give up something that’s incorporated into your daily dinner, socialising, or relaxation routine. We know how hard it is for the…
…necessarily the sober party if this is new for you, but rather, we socialise without alcohol all the time. We catch up over coffee, eat lunch, and plan activities such as a movie festival itinerary. Alcohol is not a magic elixir for socialising; it’s never what makes an event and it pays to remember this. Instead, alcohol just tends to…
…and posts, but it can have you comparing your life to everyone else’s. You may suffer from serious FOMO (fear of missing out) when you see your friends constantly socialising, but the reality is they need their down time too. You can’t say yes to everything and be surrounded by people 24/7, or you won’t have time to reflect, adjust…
…our body and brain actually need sugar to stay functional. Focus on what you want to eat to maximise your nutritional intake and not what you can’t eat, which creates stress and unhealthy habits. Throughout the month, Altina Drinks shared stories and experiences from mindful drinkers from across the country, showcasing how alcohol-free living and socialising can play a big…
…alcohol in the past, their understanding of how we use alcohol in our social lives has evolved. According to our app data, attending a wedding sober and celebrating without alcohol, are most likely to lead to a change in your relationship with alcohol. Dry July similarly encourages participants to realise that alcohol is not a necessary component of socialising. No doubt over…
…started in London and are now well- stocked in bars and restaurants globally, offering three different blends: Spice 94, Garden 108 & Grove 42. Altina ‘People should be able to drink on their terms, without being judged’. The Australian team behind Altina Drinks are passionate about reducing the stigma about alcoholic drinks being the only choice when socialising. The Altina…
…you hadn’t previously realised was there, is now lifting. The guts are stabilising, the sleep is awesome and the skin is glowing. It’s time to take this ‘new you’ out for a spin and do some socialising! You hit the gathering, and, despite the fact that these are mostly friends from way back, you’re a little nervous. How is this…
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