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Learning Self-Care in My First 100 Days Alcohol-Free

It drives me crazy when I see alcohol marketed as a self-care necessity. Absolutely nothing could be further from the truth. I’m over 100 days alcohol-free now and feeling great but boy oh boy, did I ever neglect myself when I was drinking. I mean, I neglected pretty much everything when I was drinking, but…
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The Key to Alcohol-Free Holiday Serenity

I have been anticipating my first alcohol-free holiday season in more than 20 years with some dread, already casting about in my mind for ways to make it bearable without a wineglass in my hand. Even though my social life is much less frantic than during my working years, there are many things I cherish…
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Tips on the First Month Alcohol Free from a former Gray Area Drinker

What have I not done? Don’t think sobriety will just happen on its own without putting in the work. But! It’s worth it! I’ve Retired from a Long and Illustrious Drinking Career