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Why alcohol is making you anxious(and how to spot the signs)

Why alcohol is making you anxious(and how to spot the signs)

If you’ve suspected alcohol is making you anxious, you’d be right. The link between alcohol and anxiety is undeniable. For so many women, it’s difficult to know what came first. Did you use alcohol to take the edge off feeling anxious? Or is alcoh..

Giving up alcohol: A journey of bingeing and boredom to finding passion and purpose

Giving up alcohol: A journey of bingeing and boredom to finding passion and purpose

I have mixed feelings as I reflect on giving up alcohol. It’s been 2.5 years without my beloved Sav Blanc to help soothe my anxiety (little did I know it was causing it), distract me from uncomfortable feelings, de-stress after a long day and offer..

Why can’t I moderate my drinking?

Why can’t I moderate my drinking?

If you’ve asked yourself “Why can’t I moderate my drinking?” you may have found yourself in an unhappy cycle of attempting to stop at one glass and finishing the bottle, every time. But why can’t we moderate our drinking, once we’ve started drinki

Why Sober Sex feels different (and how to enjoy it)

Why Sober Sex feels different (and how to enjoy it)

There are many reasons why sober sex feels different. You’re more connected with your partner, communication is clearer and best of all, no waking up the next morning with regrets or shame! BUT - there may also be nerves, a feeling of vulnerability..

Emotional Bingeing: Why it happens and 10 ways to stop

Emotional Bingeing: Why it happens and 10 ways to stop

Do you find yourself reaching for chocolate and opening a bottle of wine when you’re feeling upset or down? Using food and alcohol to ‘comfort’ ourselves is common. But ‘bingeing’ feels out of control. There’s overwhelming guilt and shame afterwards.

How to make quitting drinking a New Year’s Resolution (that actually sticks)

How to make quitting drinking a New Year’s Resolution (that actually sticks)

Is quitting drinking one of your New Year’s resolutions? And you want it to STICK? Quitting drinking takes planning and a little soul searching. Here’s how to successfully quit drinking in January – and set yourself up for lasting success....

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