When Acceptance Becomes the Doorway to Freedom
We often think acceptance means defeat, especially when it comes to alcohol. But what if acceptance is actually the doorway to peace? In this week’s reflection, I’m sharing how letting go of moderation becomes the moment you step into real freedom.
Learn from My Mistake: First Sober Holidays Edition
Your first sober holidays might feel unfamiliar, but they don’t have to be hard. Here’s how to plan ahead, stay confident, and enjoy the season alcohol-free.
10 Reasons Smart Women Are Ditching Alcohol
If you've been quietly wondering "Is this wine actually helping me anymore?" - this is for you. Here are 10 reasons capable women are walking away from alcohol and not looking back.
What If the Hard Things Are the Point?
The difficulties you’re facing right now aren’t in the way of your healing; they are the way. Each craving, setback, and hard moment is a spotlight showing you where to grow. This is not more work than drinking ever was - it’s just new work. And it’s the work that leads to peace, confidence, and lasting freedom.
How to Actually Enjoy Your First Sober Weekends (Instead of Just Surviving Them)
Your first sober weekend might feel unfamiliar, but that doesn’t mean it has to be hard. In this post, Shannon shares five powerful mindset shifts to help you feel confident, calm, and proud - not deprived - as you navigate weekends without alcohol.
How to Get Through Alcohol Cravings: A Gentle Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to rest without guilt and reconnect with yourself. A gentle reflection on slowing down, rebuilding energy, and finding peace in the pause.
Trust the Journey You Can’t Yet See
When life feels uncertain or change feels too big, it’s easy to stay stuck in fear. But growth always asks us to begin before we feel ready. Whether it’s navigating motherhood, a new season of sobriety, or learning how to live without alcohol, you don’t have to know every step - you just have to trust the next one.
When I Quit Drinking, It Looked Different Than You Might Expect
When I quit drinking, it didn’t look dramatic. I didn’t hit rock bottom or go to rehab. I just got honest with myself - about how much I was drinking, how often, and how badly it was affecting me. This is my story of letting go, finding freedom, and realizing you don’t have to lose everything to change everything.
The Nights I Sat on My Kitchen Floor
I used to sit on my kitchen floor in the middle of the night, sobbing. I thought I was just overwhelmed by motherhood - but I didn’t realize how much alcohol was fueling my fear and anxiety. Since quitting, none of my worries have disappeared, but they no longer consume me. This is what I’ve learned about the peace that comes when you stop pouring gasoline on the fire.
Why Moderation Feels Impossible (And What to Choose Instead)
Moderation isn’t about willpower - it’s about brain chemistry and decision fatigue. Here’s why “just one or two” keeps you stuck, and a kinder path to real peace and freedom from alcohol.