Introduction: Have you ever wondered how alcohol really affects your sleep? In this blog post, we’re going to peel back the layers and uncover the truth behind the often misunderstood connection between alcohol and our precious shut-eye. The nightcap Ah, the nightcap – that tempting elixir many of us reach for to unwind and send ourselves into a blissful slumber. The use of nightcap for a ‘drink taken on going to bed’ dates from the early eighteenth century—the notion being that, like a literal nightcap, it warms you up and helps you to sleep.  But is the relationship between al ..read more

Introduction: In this blog we will be covering the creation of a relapse prevention plan. This is something I not only have, but have drawn upon countless times. If you’re reading this then know that you are not alone in wanting to change your relationship with alcohol then know that you’re not alone. Alcohol addiction is a widespread issue that affects millions of individuals and their families worldwide. Breaking free from the grip of alcohol is a challenging journey, but it’s one that can be accomplished with the right strategy and support. Let’s explore the importance of creating a relapse ..read more

Rebuilding trust during recovery is a complex landscape to navigate. Yet during recovery, rebuilding trust with loved ones is often a paramount yet challenging task that crucial to undertake. For those who have battled addiction, it’s not just a journey towards personal redemption but also a path towards restoring fractured relationships. In this blog post, we’ll explore the intricate process of rebuilding trust after addiction. The Shadow of Addiction Before diving into the heart of the matter, let’s briefly explore the dark shadow of addiction. Addiction is an all-consuming force that not on ..read more

Self-care has been defined as the process of establishing behaviours to ensure holistic well-being of oneself, to promote health, and to actively manage illness when it occurs. We engage in some form of self-care daily with food choices, exercise, sleep, and dental care.  When we are in a period of alcohol misuse or stuck in the alcohol loop, self-care often takes a back burner which is why establishing a healthy self-care routine is very important when starting a journey of sobriety. Taking Care of Yourself is Not Selfish Taking care of oneself is often viewed as a selfish act, but there ..read more

From high in the alps of the Dolomites this North Italian Spritzer is a light and refreshing aperitivo!  This cocktail is sure to please with its effervescent bubbles and subtle sweetness. Ingredients 120mL Lyre’s Classico 30mL Eldeflower Syrup 30mL Soda Water Small handful fresh Mint Method Clap Minit and place in Glass. Add remaining ingredients and fill with fresh ice. Stir to combine. Glass Large or stemless wine glass Garnish Lime wheel and plump mint sprig The post Lyre’s Hugo Spritz appeared first on womanonamission ..read more

These Vegan CBD oil Snickers bar are perfect for reducing anxiety, insomnia, inflammation and more. This CBD Oil Snickers bar is so easy to make. Made with peanut butter and coconut flour, they’re gluten free, grain free, and dairy free, too.  What makes these Snickers Bars Vegan and super healthy? Raw cacao: is made by cold-pressing un-roasted cacao beans. The process keeps the living enzymes in the cacao and removes the fat (cacao butter). Cocoa looks the same but it’s not. Cocoa powder is raw cacao that’s been roasted at high temperatures. Sadly, roasting changes the mo ..read more

Everyone experiences moments of self-doubt and low self-esteem. However, when those feelings are so powerful that they prevent us from taking the necessary steps forward in life, it can be a sign of self-sabotage. In this blog we explore how to overcome self sabotage and increase self esteem. Whether you’ve been experiencing these feelings for a while or have only recently become aware of them, there are ways to recognise and overcome self-sabotage in order to increase your own self-esteem.  What Does It Mean To Self Sabotage? Self sabotage is a self-destructive behaviour pattern th ..read more

Affirmations are proven methods of self-improvement because of their ability to rewire our brains. Much like exercise, they raise the level of feel-good hormones and push our brains to form new clusters of “positive thought” neurons.  ‘You are what you think’ and life really does stem from our thoughts.  Often when we embark on a journey of sobriety, we are not in great places, both physically and mentally and we are likely talking to ourselves in negative ways which is why it’s so important to start talking to ourselves in more positive ways, especially during this period. How to us ..read more

Quit literature, otherwise known as ‘quit lit’ is a mixture of memoirs, self-help, and psychological or scientific study books about different relationships with alcohol, and what it takes to stay alcohol-free. For me, quit lit has been an essential and lasting tool in my sobriety tool kit. One that I regularly add to and re visit. Reading other people’s experiences and scientific studies into alcohol and addiction has helped me feel like I am not alone. Feeling like you can relate to the authors journeys helps you feel less alone. Its been really important for me to educate myself on alcohols ..read more

In 2023 Michael Sargood (@happywithoutthehooch) and Michael Singh in partnership with Alcohol Change UK came together to produce the first ever Sober is Sexy calendar. Raising a staggering £2,151.75 for the charity, the calendar is back again for another year with a new line up (including myself) and they are hoping to smash last year’s sales. Sober is Sexy calendar 2023 The 2023 Sober is Sexy calendar featured an amazing line up of people from the Sober Community on Instagram including Dave Wilson – @soberdave Michael Sargood – @happywithoutthehooch Abi King – @sloshed_to_sober Daniel Liot ..read more