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Is It Midlife… or Is It the Wine? The Truth About Alcohol and Your Hormones
For years, I believed wine was my wind-down. A way to relax, unplug, and take the edge off after a long day. And for a while, it felt like it worked. But as I moved through my 30s and into my 40s, something changed. I was more tired — even after a full night’s sleep....
You can do hard things
I will take this picture over a filter any day. This was me at HYROX! What a weekend!!! To say I am proud of myself, and my friend Karen (other Karen, I have way too many Karen’s in my life) is an understatement. Hyrox is incredible. Last year I looked on at Glasgow...
How Quit Lit Helped Me Quit Drinking
After World Book Day last week I got thinking about Quit Lit again – that little area of the bookshop that I did not even know existed until I quit drinking ……… and more importantly, what would I have done without it when I was giving up? What a life saver, what a...
Tips for managing alcohol triggers
I don’t know if it’s just me? but the word “trigger” seems to be used more and more these days. Is it a buzz word? Or is it due to us becoming increasingly more aware of our thoughts and feelings? Much more than generations past? But what does it mean in relation to...
The science behind alcohol cravings and how to manage them
So, the first thing to say when we talk about cravings is that they are very common. The vast majority of people trying to cut back from alcohol will experience them, it is a normal part of the process. This does not mean you are an alcoholic; most people go through...
Navigating social settings without alcohol: tips and strategies
This can be tough so the best thing you can do is have a plan. Do not go into an event that you used to drink at and where you know there will be drinks involved unprepared. Here are our top tips to get you through these events and ready for success. First of all,...