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Advice for successful dry January?

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nonkynink · 21/12/2024 22:33

I've been questioning my relationship with alcohol a lot lately. I drink probably 4-5 nights of the week. I don't go out a lot, it's more at home where it's become habitual. I enjoy that moment of finally sitting down when dc are in bed and relaxing with that little buzz it gives me. But I'm going over 14 weekly units, probably closer to 25/30. I know this has big health implications and it's making me fat, tired and haggard.

Dh is similar and we've both said we'll give dry January a go. I know it will be a real struggle and lifestyle change. I wondered if anyone who thought they'd find it hard managed it? And if so what are your tips for success?

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Thepurplepig · 21/12/2024 22:40

Why are you buying it? Stop it. I gave up the nightly wine bottle opening because it was just becoming a habit. I don’t drink at all now other than a glass on Christmas Day.

I got out of the habit by not buying it. I currently have a house full of booze because people don’t realise I no longer touch the stuff. Unless DH/ guests drink it, it will sit here until the end of time

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