Truths About Life if You Quit Drinking Alcohol

Have you woken up one too many times with regret in your gut and feelings of shame and embarrassment? Have you missed out on special events because you were too hungover or prioritized drinking rather than doing things that truly fulfilled your soul? The rise of sobriety has taken on a popular role in society and I am here for it.

Since 2012, I have been studying addiction. From alcohol abuse and other self-destructive behaviors, I, too, found myself in situation that could of easily been avoided if it were not alcohol.

Granted, alcohol abuse is normalized worldwide, and I am thinking that people are starting to wake up and have had enough of this toxic lifestyle. It makes me happy to see the increased number of brands selling non-alcohol beverage options, more women standing up and using their voices to speak up about how the wine culture has impacted motherhood. But, no, alcohol does not relax you; it causes more anxiety and when you see promotions or advertisements for using wine or cocktails as a form of self-care has adverse effects.

It’s difficult for people to get and stay sober when surrounded by so many other people who drink regularly. When you don’t have a solid support team of people who have your back when you’re ready to get sober and hold you accountable for your actions, it all falls on you, and…