It's STILL Dryuary Mini-Series: If You've Already Drank Off Plan

Here's the 4th in our STILL DRYUARY mini-series and today I'm talking all about how we approach off-plan drinking. This is the #1 skill you should build if you're interested in creating sustainable change beyond Dry January.We focus on compassion and curiosity to observe our own thinking and understand what's driving our desire to drink off-plan. Resource:  Recovery & Reflection Worksheet Alcohol Minimalists Facebook GroupLearn more about how I work with people here: www.mollywatts.com/workwithmeOr if you want to have a conversation, email me [email protected] risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.If you' are unsure about whether or not you have alcohol use disorder, please visit the NIAAA for more information. ★ Support this podcast ★