Welcome
I am a peer mentor who uses my own lived experience of overcoming alcohol dependence to, provide encouragement and support individuals who want to achieve and maintain an alcohol-free life. If you were anything like me, you may be feeling sick and tired of feeling sick and tired.
I was filled with anxiety, self-loathing, and regret—again, for what felt like the hundredth time.
I was drinking around a bottle and a half of wine every day, and often more on weekends. I knew alcohol was becoming a problem. It was constantly on my mind, taking over my life, stealing my happiness, damaging my relationships, and slowly destroying me.
If you are in a similar situation right now, I want you to know two things:
1)You are not alone.
2)You don’t have to feel this way anymore.
Today, I am almost 14 months alcohol-free.
I am living a life that I once believed was impossible. What I’ve discovered during this journey is that living alcohol-free isn’t about missing out—it’s about gaining so much more.
Most importantly, I’ve learned that I don’t need alcohol to enjoy life or to be myself.
I know many people struggle to imagine social situations without alcohol. I felt exactly the same not long ago.
I used to wonder how I could sit in a room full of people getting more drunk by the hour—repeating themselves, slurring their words, and beginning talking crap—while I sat there with a glass of 0.0% prosecco.
Now I see it differently.
I call it empowerment.
And with time, it starts to come naturally.
What You’ll Find Here
This space is for honest conversations, practical tips, support, advice, and encouragement.
I’m not a counsellor or therapist. I’m simply someone who has walked this path and wants to help others take back control of their lives.
In future posts, I’ll be sharing:
- What made me stop drinking
- How to manage cravings
- How to answer the question, “Why are you not drinking tonight”
- Finding your “why” for quitting alcohol
- The unexpected benefits of sobriety
- What to expect during your first 30 days alcohol-free
- An ebook (coming soon) to guide you step by step
A few things about me:
My name is joyce, and I’m from Scotland
My alcohol free journey so far has given me a new perspective on life. I now :
- Jog daily, then ran a 10k (I never liked running)
- Started watercolour painting (this just came upon me)
- Started daily journaling and set myself some weekly and monthly goals.
- Read books on inspirational and motivational topics, which add to my personal growth
- Walking in nature, enjoying my freedom
Thank you for taking the time to read my story, if your ready to begin your alcohol-free journey or simply need some encouragement feel free to contact me.
New Day. New Strength. New Life.