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Mae Montero's avatar

Thank you for writing this post, I resonate with this a lot and have been trying to give up drinking alcohol. I have done but on occasion I do have a glass or two but very rare. Are you completely sober for the whole time?

Meghan Swidler's avatar

glad this resonated! yes, haven't had a sip in over 4 years now. highly recommend exploring it!

Mae Montero's avatar

That’s great! I reduced my alcohol intake like 90% but occasionally I have a glass or 2 on special occasions. Im hoping to be completely 100% sober this year

Mae Montero's avatar

How do you stop yourself from drinking during events or occasions?

Natalie Saxton's avatar

Meghan I love how you started this with focusing in on your relationship with alcohol, but extended it to apply to anything in your life. And spot on with your point about how it doesn't necessarily need to be a "problem" but anything that's giving you pause could be worth evaluating! Perfect mindset heading into 2026.

Meghan Swidler's avatar

glad this resonates!

Nicolette Gammage's avatar

It’s been three and a half years for me too! Love that it’s becoming more and more accepted to not drink.

Meghan Swidler's avatar

proud of you! so awesome.

Laura Hanna's avatar

These are all the same reasons why I quit alcohol three years ago, and I'm never going back.

Meghan Swidler's avatar

good for you, girl!