A life without alcohol is an exciting prospect but memories of the past might creep back. Focus on the future and leave the past behind.
The Grief Cycle
There is a cycle to coming to terms with grief. Turns our the same is true when we change our habits. We grieve for the old times.
Stop feeling sorry for yourself - posted a week late.
Sometimes when we decide to change our habits we experience regret and feel sorry for ourselves. Recognise it and move through - you made the choice so get over yourself.
Drinking with Friends
New challenges on the non-alcoholic road.
Getting time back
We all have the same 24 hours, I thought I only lost the drinking time. Turns out that I have got some much more time and clarity back. What to do………………
New Neural pathways
It doesn’t matter how long they take to create, the important thing is that we know the brain can do it. We can change our minds……………..
Say goodbye to the bully
This week the reptilian brain seems to have given up trying to offer me a drink and what an awesome week it has been.
A tough week - That reptilian brain
The excitement of a new challenge is over and now it is time for tenacity. My reptilian brain is playing up - so long to go, your have done well, reward yourself. Nae, I say, Nae again!!
That reptilian brain will stop you
A few weeks in now - learn about the reptilian brain and why it can stop you achieving awesomeness.
We are all addicted to something
Addiction is a spectrum; some folks are more likely to become heavily addicted that others. Consider your habits; are they good or bad, are they controlling your life. Take action if you need to.
The launch and thank you video
Here is my challenge to you - invite 5 friends to watch the videos and follow the Lead through Life 333 challenge. There is no expectation that you do anything; just to watch and to learn.
The 333 challenge
We need what controls us. This started as a personal journey to discover who I was with out alcohol however the video below people watched it and gave so many comments. I decided to open this up. Watch this video and then expect an update each week on the 80 Summer FB page. I am looking forward to not only sharing my story but also the learning I will be doing along side.