"When I was drinking it constantly felt like I was drowning and for the first time in the last 5 or so years, I can breathe again."
"My confidence has grown, I’m happier, I am a better friend, daughter, sister, and partner...I am my true self all the time and that is super empowering!"
"Losing was part of this journey but I gained so much more in the process. While hurt by some responses to my decision I realized this is MY journey."
"My overall appearance has improved. The most noticeable thing, to me, is just how I feel overall and how much more rested I am. We don’t get true REM sleep when we’re drinking."
"The party isn’t over, the party just might look different - which isn’t necessarily a bad thing."
"I'm learning to stop, breathe, and be present. I devote more time to self-care. I take time out to pamper and nourish myself without guilt."
"EVERYTHING GOT BETTER. I'm making more money, I have better relationships with loved ones and with myself. My mental and physical health improved. I could go on."
"ALL of the parties made me want to retire. I just don’t think I was ready to give up the identity I acquired through the years of partying."
This blog, Sound Mind, Sound Body is our way of exploring how we celebrate, as adults, beyond alcohol. We also will be using this blog to amplify the voices of those in the sobriety and wellness community.
