Since giving up alcohol I have always enjoyed making non-alcoholic drinks. I get a little creative! I took a hiatus from 2017-2023 and I am happy to say I am back with some new creations. Enjoy and remember that you can always have fun! It's your mind set! You got this!
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah I want to thank all of you for all of the support over the past year. I know 2017 is going to be an even more amazing year! Look for my next "Facebook Live" event coming soon... I hope you all have a safe and blessed holiday season!
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah
I want to thank all of you for all of the support over the past year.
I know 2017 is going to be an even more amazing year!
Look for my next “Facebook Live” event coming soon…
I hope you all have a safe and blessed holiday season!
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#SoberNotAshamed
And, Busy Living Sober
Feelings aren’t always reality but they sure can change your mood fast, and checking social media does not help! Sitting at home on a Friday or Saturday night and opening Facebook… not good idea. I know when I login and see friends out having fun with other friends and realize that I wasn’t included, that hurts! In fact, my first thought might be “Why don’t they like me?” or “Why am I not good enough to be included?”
All of these feelings are real and tend to make me incredibly irritated!
How do stop these feelings? First of all, try stay off social media if you are already feeling a little blue. Secondly, make plans to go to the movies – you don’t need a friend at the movies! But, make sure you choose a movie that is fun and silly, something that will keep your spirits high. I would also suggest getting involved in something that you like, there are tons of groups you can join! There are so many options out there just please don’t get stuck feeling alone.
If the Internet is good for something it can be to bring people together; it is just about finding the right thing or group that interests you. Don’t give up!
On a side note, I have not been included in any parties this year. A dear friend told me that: A) No one I am good friends with is having a party and, B) people that are drinkers are not going to have “the sober girl” on their list. I feel this is totally fair because I am the one that came out to the entire world that I am sober. I guess sometimes with that comes consequences that I don’t love, but have to deal with. I have had a little pity party but then realized all of the outlets I have at my disposal, I just have to get into action!
Have a great week and get into action!
#BusyLivingSober
During this holiday season acceptance is a tool you can use to get through all of the family and friend time. Acceptance is one of the keys to unlock your happiness.
My perception of acceptance is the ability to take things as they are! Accept that they are what they are in this moment. That is not saying that I am asking you to be a Saint by any stretch of the imagination, I am saying in the moments to accept things are the way they are, they could change in the future but right now it is the way it is.
For instance, when you are getting ready to go to an event and instead of complaining about where and who is going to be there just accept it and make the most of your time. Time is a gift that you are never going to get back so instead of wanting it to be different why not just look for some things that you do like. We all like cookies, and we all like receiving and giving gifts so if that is all you like in the event that is good!
We all have so much to be grateful for! This holiday season look for the good instead of the negative.
Busy Living Sobe
How does one measure success? Financially? Materially? I believe there are many ways one can measure his or her own success. Before getting sober I had all of the material items that one could ask for, yet I felt as empty and alone as ever. Objects shouldn’t necessarily be what fills the void inside of us… Love, friendship and peace are feelings that fill me today. This is how I measure my own personal success today.
Since quitting drinking and starting my new journey in life, feelings are attainable. I no longer want to numb myself, which gives me the ability to feel happy or sad. Life is hard! It is not always fair no matter what you may have heard. However, once you come to terms with that, success comes a little easier.
I have had many successes and many setbacks since opening up to the world about my addiction. If I let every negative comment hurt me I don’t think I would still be out there supporting my cause. Sometimes I have small successes and sometimes even huge successes -- and those are the things that keep me going.
To hear someone say, “Thank you, I can relate to you and I am going to ask for help!” or, “I don’t care about the shame anymore!” That is why I keep trudging! After learning that a family is getting closer after being distant due to addiction or having their loved one back after a long battle with drugs or alcohol is worth more to me than any dollar sign or handbag or pair of shoes could express. To see someone have a life after a battle with addiction is where I find my success and happiness.
I will keep trying to achieve success in some form each and every day!
Keep up the hard work don’t give up! #BusyLivingSobe
For those of you that missed the article here is the link:
http://www.inc.com/christina-desmarais/25-things-these-successful-executives-do-every-day-no-matter-what.html
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
Thanksgiving in the past represented a time to party for me, especially when I was in college. I remember coming home and the Wednesday night before was the biggest party of all. Everyone was home and we all got together at our local bar and exchanged stories about what college was like; who partied the most, who got in trouble for what and who didn't. This was the best time! But now I think back to those times and cringe. Wow I am not proud of those nights! Drinking and me don't mix!
Back then, not only was Thanksgiving about the party for me, but when it came time to reflect on the year past and think about things I was grateful for, the things I came up with were meaningless material items. It really did not amount to be anything that was deep or meaningful. It was all stuff!
Today I am proud to say I am sober and grateful for all of my relationships, my children, all of our health. My mom went through a very tough time this summer but is home now! She’s been walking and getting better each day, and for that I am grateful! I am grateful for music, my dog... my list could go on an on but I am truly blessed beyond words. Thank you everyone for your continued support for my cause and me.
Keep getting #BusyLivingSober and have a safe and healthy holiday.
On Tuesday evening November 15, 2016 at 8pm EST I went LIVE on Facebook!
I have attached the video in case you missed it.
This event was a huge success and I hope I help at least one person.
Please share this with anyone that you think might benefit from it or just to spread the word about Busy Living Sober. And as always, feel free to reach out to me with any questions you might have about addiction.
Thank you for all of your support and let’s get busy!
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