How to Drink Less Alcohol in 2026: 10 Practical Ways to Cut Back
Whatever your reason, drinking less doesn't have to mean giving up alcohol entirely. You can set your own goals, whether that means having a few…
Naltrexone vs. AA: How the Two Approaches Compare
AA and naltrexone aren't two versions of the same treatment. One is a peer-support program built around abstinence. The other is a prescription medication that…
A Craving Is Not A Command (Even If It Feels Like One)
Most people trying to drink less already know what alcohol does. You don’t need another explanation about sleep or next-day energy. You’ve lived it. That’s…
Why You Stay Stuck Even Though You Know Better
You make a plan, maybe even feel good about it, and then a few days later, you’re right back in the same pattern. That’s the…
Why More People Are Choosing Moderation Over All Or Nothing
For a long time, the conversation around alcohol has been pretty binary. You either drink… or you don’t. You either have control… or you don’t.…
How Visualization Can Stop Alcohol Cravings In The Moment
Instead of trying to fight an alcohol craving head-on, it can help to do something opposite: Zoom out. Just enough to see what comes next.…
A Modern Approach to Alcohol Habit Change
Alcohol treatment options today are reactive, focused only on the highest acuity cases. At Sunnyside, we’re building a more modern way forward. We’re redefining the…
Why Evening Alcohol Cravings Can Hit Harder Than Morning Intentions
A funny thing happens when people start paying attention to their drinking habits. The person making decisions at 7 a.m. and the person standing in…
What Can Happen After The First Big Change In Drinking
What happens after you stop drinking? There’s a sense that things are finally clicking. Then, for many people, that feeling starts to fade.
The Real Reason You Start Wanting A Drink in the Afternoon
It usually doesn’t start at night. It starts earlier — mid-afternoon, when nothing dramatic is happening. You’re answering emails. Wrapping up work. Maybe heading into…
Can I Moderate My Drinking?
In a recent conversation on The One Day At a Time Podcast with host Arlina Allen, Sunnyside co-founder Nick Allen explored a question that sits…
How Tracking Could Help You Cut Your Drinking In Half
For Ada, a full-time content creator, beauty expert, and mom who works from home, drinking didn’t look dramatic. It looked like the end of the…
Dry January, Week By Week: A More Flexible Way To Reset
Dry January tends to make more sense when viewed week by week, rather than as a zero-sum, pass/fail challenge. Because the real work isn’t really…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
Your Post-Thanksgiving Reset Starts Here
Tackle the holidays with ease.
4 Mindset Resets To Help You Win The Next 30 Minutes
You don't need to rewrite your whole month—just focus on the next 30 minutes.
Feeling Stuck? Zoom Out To See Your Real Progress
A wider perspective can give you valuable information.
The 10-Minute Mental Reset That Works
Yes, just 10 minutes.
This One Question Will Change the Way You Drink
It's essential to check in with yourself about how you feel—especially when a decision arises.
Should You Quit Or Cut Back?
It's a question rooted in self-awareness — which means you're on to something.
How Much Can You Drink and Still Be Improving?
It's one of the most common questions for anyone rethinking their relationship with alcohol. And it’s a smart one.
How to Stick to Your Holiday Drinking Goals
If you’ve been working on drinking more mindfully, holidays can be tough. Here's how to stay on track with your goals.
One Perk of Cutting Back on Alcohol: The Time You Reclaim
Many people who cut back on alcohol are surprised by the sheer amount of time that comes rushing back into their lives.
5 Common Myths About Alcohol Moderation
If you're exploring whether moderation or mindful drinking is for you, chances are you've encountered at least one of these myths.
How to Bounce Back from Mindful Drinking Slip-Ups (Guilt-Free)
How to bounce back after drinking too much? The answer lies in self-compassion, curiosity, and intentional steps from self-blame to progress.
7 Ways to Turn Boredom Into Growth When Moderating Alcohol
Boredom after cutting back on drinking can be a doorway to creativity and growth—and help you discover who you are without alcohol.
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