Are you struggling with stress and anxiety at the state of the world? Every day lately feels like fighting the dragon, like we are in a futuristic dystopian thriller. There has truly never been a better July to stay dry than this one. We need our wits about us, we need to protect our health, and save our resources.

Staying Dry this July in 2020 may feel surreal so here is some alcohol-fee inspiration for you on Day 9 of Dry July. It may feel like we are losing the battle but we can win the war. Start by staying alcohol-free today.

Do what you can now

To make things better somehow

A big trigger for me

Is when I’ve no power really 

Or at least that’s what I perceive

Choose gratitude

Distraction 

Slow down your pace

If you adore cooking, enjoy the fine tastes 

Do things that you love within your control

Don’t hand over your power to alcohol 

The daily things that stress you

Try to turn them down

Protect your mental space

Only allow certain sounds 

Realise as you sit in the chaos around

There IS still some sobrenity to be found

There’s restriction on our daily lives it’s true

But do you want the alcohol thug around you too? 

Be sensible, be wise, you know what to do 

The choice is entirely up to you

But before you drink, think 

Stay at home 

Protect your immune system

And let it protect you 

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more thoughts on slaying the dragon or learning to live alcohol-free : My Shiny Black Dragon – How I Stopped Drinking by Writing it Out

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poem by Floss author of 5 Poems to Help You Stay Sober in the COVID19 Stress Storm

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How do you go Sober? ( more reading in blue titles)

B Be accountable Talk to Us We Understand
A Avoid alcohol like the plague  Ideas Here
L Let yourself enjoy regular sober treats  Ideas Here
A Allow yourself to cry when needed  Ideas Here
N Nourish your body with good food  Ideas Here
C Create happy & fun memories  Ideas Here
E Enjoy the precious moments in your day Ideas Here

W Work hard to get what you want Ideas Here
O Organise things for less stress  Ideas Here
R Realise you can’t control it all Ideas Here
K Keep going & prepare for success Ideas Here
S Sleep enough for body & mind rest Sleep Solutions

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