Planning for Dry(ish) January: How Focusing on Habit Science Can Help
Cutting back for good means changing the habits that lead to reaching for a drink. And if you partner with Sunnyside for Dry(ish) January, you’ll get the guidance and encouragement you need to replace bad habits with good ones.
35 Types of Drinkers: Where Do You Fall on The Alcohol Spectrum?
Whether you drink at pool parties or during night outs with friends—it’s helpful to know what category of drinkers you fall into. In this article, we’ll explore 35 different types of drinkers. We’ll also discuss the definition behind each one and look at some questions you can ask yourself to identify which type of drinker you are.
Sober(ish) October: What It Is And How It Can Prepare You For Dry January
Monthly sober challenges are becoming an annual ritual and with good reason. In this article, we’ll dive into everything you need to know for a successful Sober October (or Soberish October) and how it’ll prepare you for Dry January.
Am I an alcoholic? 10 signs to consider if you’ve ever asked yourself this question.
Even if you think there’s no way you could be an alcoholic, going through this article might help you reflect on your own drinking habits as well as the habits of those around you. We will also discuss some modern support systems that can help with moderation, depending on your needs or your loved ones’ needs for support.
Do You Know Why You Drink? Here’s How to Identify Your Triggers
A bad day at work, a fight with your partner, or just the monotony of everyday life can all lead us to drink — maybe without even thinking about it. We live in a world where grabbing a drink is the norm for socializing, celebrating, or coping with stress. So changing these habits, especially if they’re unconscious, doesn’t come easy. With some self-reflection, though, you can identify your drinking triggers and learn strategies to overcome them.
How to Communicate Your Mindful Drinking Choices with Friends
If your social life revolves around alcohol, you might find it a bit hard to become more mindful of your drinking — especially if your friends aren’t on board.
Maybe you’re used to having after-work drinks or spending Saturday nights out at a bar with friends, drinking the night away. Changing that dynamic and speaking up might feel scary. But luckily, you don’t have to isolate yourself to drink less. Mindful drinking takes time, patience, and communication (and maybe trying a few new social activities, too).
10 Alcohol-Free Ways to Hang with Friends
Sunnyside knows it’s important to have alternative activities that everyone can enjoy. Here are some non-alcoholic activities you can do with your friends:
10 Effective Strategies to Delay and Control Alcohol Cravings
Drinking can be a hard habit to alter because of how alcohol affects us. Research has shown that alcohol can change a person’s emotional state by inducing feelings of pleasure and relaxation and reducing tension and anxiety. This happens because drinking alcohol can release endorphins, or “pleasure” hormones, which evoke a feel-good effect. Because of this, some people find they’re happier, less stressed, and more sociable after drinking.
How to Moderate Alcohol After a Bad Day at Work
Work-related stress can take a toll on emotional health, contributing to feelings of anxiety and depression. It’s not uncommon to want to turn to alcohol as a way to unwind and forget about the stress of the day. We at Sunnyside understand. A few after-work glasses of work can take the edge off that stress you’re feeling.
10 Things You Can Do Right Now to Battle Cravings At Home
Here at Sunnyside, we know it can be challenging to resist cravings and temptations. But with the right activities, you can stay on track and feel good about your progress. Here are 10 great suggestions for activities you can do right now to combat cravings for alcohol—without ever leaving your home.