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What is a high-functioning alcoholic?
The performance of pretending everything is fine when it's not is exhausting. From the outside, everything looked picture-perfect. I had a beautiful, comfortable home and lived on an idyllic island. I had a great job that I loved. Most of all, I had beautiful, healthy children who were deeply loved and well looked after. If you passed me on the street or saw me at the school gate, you would have thought that I was someone who had completely figured life out. But inside the h
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What to do after an alcohol relapse: 3 steps to get back on track
Relapsed? Stop the shame and learn what to do after an alcohol relapse. Understand the brain science of kindling and follow 3 steps to get back on track.
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What do drinking dreams mean?
"I tipped the glass of wine down my throat, gulping greedily... then I woke with a jolt, sweaty and panicking."
If you have ever experienced a vivid drinking dream, you know the unique horror it brings. But far from being a bad omen, these dreams are a fascinating glimpse into how your brain processes change. We dive into the neurobiology of REM rebound, the ADHD connection, and why "dream guilt" is actually a sign of a healing mind.
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The power of accountability in sober coaching
Accountability is often misunderstood as a "finger-wagging" exercise. In sober coaching, it is a vital support system that bridges the gap between vague intentions and lasting change. Whether navigating ADHD and addiction or simply tired of "white-knuckling" it alone, discover the science-backed strategy that transforms a difficult journey into a sustainable reality. Learn how a solid plan and a coach in your corner can change everything.
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New Year, new resolutions – why swearing off drinking rarely sticks (and what does)
Big New Year’s resolutions often fail not because the goal is wrong, but because the approach is. Every January, many of us make bold promises to ourselves about alcohol. 'This year I’ll stop drinking. I’ll only drink on special occasions. I’ll do Dry January and keep it going.' And yet, by now, a lot of people are already feeling disappointed. The resolve has slipped, old habits have crept back in, or the goal feels exhausting to maintain. If this sounds familiar, it doesn’t
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