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EPISODE · Oct 1, 2025 · 20 MIN

113: Thinking of Doing Sober October? There's a Better Way

from Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife: How to Drink Less, On Your Terms · host Denise Hamilton-Mace

Send me a message 🤗With Sober October starting today, I'm exploring when (and if) you should take a break from alcohol. Why designated challenges like Dry January and Sober October get criticism, particularly when people restrict their entire social life and end up miserable, and share what actually makes these alcohol-free breaks successful. The truth? There's never a perfect time to take a break, so stop waiting for your calendar to magically clear. I reveal why white-knuckling through 30 days only to binge afterwards defeats the purpose, and share alternative approaches to mindful drinking and moderation that don't involve counting every drink. Whether you're considering a complete alcohol break or exploring different moderation techniques, this episode will help you take back the power of choice on your own terms and finally take a real step towards resetting your drinking. 2:10 The critique of dry months challenges7:10 How to make the most of your month off8:43 What happens after your month off11:51 Taking your own break13:16 Is there ever a perfect time to take a booze break?15:41 The 3 things that make a successful alcohol reset===You can email me at [email protected]===🗝️ Join the membership and unlock full access to The Vault - https://mindfuldrinking.substack.com/s/the-vault===*Some links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may earn a commission that helps me keep the show going. Thank you.

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