The language around not drinking has become more nuanced in recent years, and that’s a good thing. We’re no longer stuck with a binary of “alcoholic” or “normal drinker.” There’s …
The idea comes up innocuously enough. Your partner suggests a long weekend somewhere warm. Your friend wants to plan the annual girls’ trip. Someone books a family reunion at a …
Hitting 100 days sober is a huge deal. By then you have survived the early chaos: the sleepless nights, the emotional rollercoaster, the cravings that felt like they would never …
Julie Lively Featured on Women’s Insider:Empowering Women Through Menopause and Life Transitions to Live Alcohol-Free When life shifts—kids leaving home, careers evolving, marriages changing, bodies transforming through perimenopause and menopause—it’s …
A review of “From Mom Mode to ‘Me’ Mode: Reclaiming Your Identity After Burnout (Without the Wine)” from New York Gal In a culture where “mommy wine” merchandise and memes …
For many women, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can be a powerful tool in managing perimenopause and menopause symptoms—helping to reduce hot flashes, improve sleep, boost mood, and protect bone health. But research shows …
Dating after divorce can be exciting, nerve-wracking, and everything in between. It’s a chance to start fresh, meet new people, and rediscover yourself. But for many women, the prospect of …
Not drinking on weekends is really hard if you’re working on your sobriety or reducing grey area drinking. You know, those times when you go sober for weeks at a …
As an alcohol freedom coach, my philosophy emphasizes delving into the deeper underlying thought patterns and emotional triggers that contribute to alcohol use, rather than focusing solely on the act …
