Hey all!
In this email, I’m sharing a tip that is for anyone who isn’t new to AF life. And if you keep reading - you’ll find some tips on how I de-stress without booze. Enjoy!
AF tip of the week
I had a request for some content for those who aren’t new to the AF life. Thanks for letting me know what you’d like to see here! ❤️
As time goes on, we can get comfortable. Sometimes this can cause us to go back to our old ways of thinking and doing. As soon as you notice this feeling - STOP.
Don’t let yourself go back there. Put your memories of your early AF days at the top of your mind. Remember how much you wanted and needed this life. Remember how your drinking affected your life. Remember how hard it was at the beginning. Remember all the things you had to go through to get where you are at today. Remember how far you’ve come.
What’s up? + a picture
If you’ve been following along for a bit, you already know that I have had a busy month. My son turned 6 last week, and we had his birthday party on Saturday. We’re going to Denver this week for a friend’s wedding (kid-free!). And my son starts kindergarten next week!
It’s been fun, but I’m excited for things to slow down a bit. Here are some photos from our fun day at the Mall of America for his birthday:
Here are some of my latest articles:
Sober Instagram is reducing stigma around addiction [The Daily Dot]
Yes, I have ADHD. Yes, I did well in school. Here's how [Inflow]
Q & A
You asked…
What is the best way to de-stress without alcohol?
Here’s what I think…
This question is so individual. What works for me might not work for you, and what you do might not work for me! But I’m here to share my experiences:
🍫I like food/sweets. Instead of booze at the end of a long day, I’ll have a snack or something sweet. I have dessert almost every night. This is so different from when I was drinking (because I’d usually drink my stress away).
📺I also like to watch mindless TV. This usually comes in the form of reality shows like Housewives, Selling Sunset (and now Selling The OC), Love Island, Big Brother, etc. You get the point.
🚶🏻♀️Walks are good for my mind and body. I try to take one or two at work if I can. I struggle with remembering to go for a walk on days I’m not at the office…I need to be better about this!
😴Another thing that I find very useful is going to bed. Sometimes that’s all that it takes. It’s a good way to say “I’m done for today” and (hopefully) wake up refreshed ready to start a new day.
🗣️Lastly, venting to my husband or friends. I do this a lot. I think that it helps to talk things out with someone. Sometimes I want input and sometimes I just want to let it all out. Support in that way is important for me.
How about you? Hit reply to this email and let me know what works for you when you’re feeling stressed! ❤️
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You should…
Listen to
Read
Has Everyone Stopped Drinking? [Vogue]
Someone not drinking alcohol? It's none of your business. [USA Today]
Watch
Things I like (with links)
Mocktail Club | use code: BLAIR15 for 15% off
Gruvi | use code: RELATABLEAF10 for 10% off first-time purchases
Curious Elixirs | use code: SHARP22 for $10 off $50
Recess | use code: RelatableAF for 15% off
NOPE | use code: RELATABLEAF for 20% off 2 or more 4-packs
Smart Sweets | use code: SOBRIETYACTIVIST10 for 10% off $30