Anyone who knows me understands that this is a massive accomplishment. I’ve loved a daily glass of vino (or two) every evening for as long as I can remember. I’m surrounded by family and friends who love a drink, and I’ve always been a social butterfly who enjoyed nothing more than a drink out with friends.
But over the past 30 days, I’ve embraced homemade lemonades, mocktails, and soda waters. I’ve still socialised at bars and restaurants but haven’t attended any events where drinking is the focus.
My friends have been amazing! No one has given me a hard time or pressured me. This solidifies that I have the right people surrounding me. ????
I thought I would have to white-knuckle my way through this challenge, but surprisingly, it has been easier than I expected. So much so that I’m continuing on. I haven’t felt like I’ve missed out at all because I’ve gained so much in the last 30 days:
✅ 4kg weight loss
✅ Clearer skin
✅ Reduced and eliminated some medication
✅ Deeper sleep
✅ Massive clarity and productivity
✅ No more gut issues
✅ Staying up later
✅ Massive sense of accomplishment
✅ Reduced inflammation and all puffiness in my face is gone
✅ Better food choices and stopped craving salty and sugary snacks
✅ Waking up and bouncing out of bed to exercise rather than dragging myself to the gym
✅ Saving a tonne of money that we are putting straight towards our next overseas trip
It’s been interesting to see the different reactions from friends when asked when I’m going to drink again. At this stage, I don’t know. I haven’t thought that far ahead because I don’t need to.
Right now, I don’t need a happy hour … I have a very happy life.