Why Hangovers Don’t Stop You From Drinking (And What Does)
Why do so many people swear off drinking in the morning, only to find themselves drinking while hungover, or reaching for a drink days (or even hours) later? Well, if hangovers worked, they’d have worked by now.
The 4-Pillar System That Could Change Your Relationship With Alcohol
For many, the word sobriety immediately brings to mind meetings, labels, and rules. Not so for psychotherapist and Sober Curiosity founder Jeanette Hu. For her, sobriety was never about conforming to a prescribed path.
Why Constant Self-Improvement Can Quietly Wear You Down
Learning, improving, becoming more aware. Those instincts are usually praised—and for good reason. But there’s a version of self-improvement that doesn’t get talked about much. The kind that looks healthy on the surface but feels strangely heavy underneath.
Why Drinking Less Feels Different For Parents Right Now
More parents are questioning a habit that once felt automatic: the unspoken belief that alcohol is the fastest way to turn off a tired brain. Katie Nessel has seen this shift up close.
Without The Rebound: A More Supportive Way To Do Dry January
A Dryish January (or Dry January, or simply a more intentional month) doesn’t have to feel like punishment or recovery. It can feel clean, forward-looking, and surprisingly kind. When the pressure comes down, habits tend to stick more easily.
A Kinder, More Sustainable Approach to Dry January
If you’re thinking about Dry January — or if you’re already in it — it helps to know this upfront: nothing needs fixing.
How To Stop Stress Drinking: The ABC Method For Cravings
For a lot of people, stress drinking has very little to do with parties, celebrations, or even liking alcohol that much. It’s about relief. That’s why it can feel so automatic.
9 Things To Decide About Dry January (So It Actually Works)
If you’ve tried Dry January before, you know that habits don’t reset because a date changes. Here’s what to think about beforehand so that the change you want sticks.
Naltrexone and Drinking Less: What A New National Geographic Feature Gets Right
A recent National Geographic feature by Caitlin Carlson takes a closer look at naltrexone, a well-studied medication that can help reduce alcohol cravings for people who want to take a more mindful approach to drinking. Rather than positioning it as a drastic intervention, the article explores how naltrexone can be used proactively, alongside behavior change, to help people regain control before alcohol takes a heavier toll.
Claudia Christian on Naltrexone and the Limits of ‘Just Stop Drinking’
“Everybody deserves a chance to recover.”