Laurie’s story: Alcohol, my relationships and me

Laurie | November 2021 | 1 minute

I started Dry January® in 2021 and haven’t drank alcohol since. Before that, my relationship with myself whilst drinking was a tough one.

Alcohol was the best friend that took away and rarely gave back.

I used alcohol to help me socialise and be brave. I’m now learning to do all that by myself... I feel confident just being me, without wine.

I feel better, I sleep better, I save money, my skin looks good, my health is better – everything is just… better!

I’m developing a deeper, kinder, happier, more genuine relationship with myself and everyone around me, and that is genuinely because I no longer drink alcohol.

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