“I Know I Need to Stop Drinking, But I Don’t Want To”: Making Peace with Ambivalence
If you’ve ever thought, “I know I need to stop drinking, but I don’t want to,” you’re not alone. As a therapist, I hear this phrase often: “I know I […]
If you’ve ever thought, “I know I need to stop drinking, but I don’t want to,” you’re not alone. As a therapist, I hear this phrase often: “I know I […]
One of the most powerful tools for managing alcohol cravings is urge surfing. Paired with grounding techniques, urge surfing helps you feel calmer, more in control, and less reactive when […]
The power of slowing down your drinking. There’s something about eating with chopsticks that changes your pace—it’s hard to rush when you’re conveying each mouthful with care. That slower pace […]
As summer progresses and the heat invites us to relax and socialize, many people are looking for ways to maintain balance—especially when it comes to drinking. Whether you’re experimenting […]
Summer is here: the season of BBQs, beach days, weddings, rosé on patios, and… temptation. For those of us working on moderation, this time of year can feel like a […]
April is Alcohol Awareness Month—a time to pause, reflect, and ask honest questions about our relationship with alcohol. One of the most common questions people ask themselves when they’re starting […]
When you think about alcohol moderation, what comes to mind? For many, it’s not about completely giving up their favorite drink, but rather about finding a healthy balance that improves […]
From Psychology Today: Complete sobriety might not always be a realistic solution for heavy drinkers. KEY POINTS Fear of needing to cope without alcohol can deter efforts to stop drinking. […]
by Natalie, MM Member I am honored to share my experience with Moderation Management (MM). I had always had drinking challenges but didn’t realize how harmful it was to myself […]
It’s pretty wild to think back to the version of me that existed up until 5 months ago, before I successfully cut back on alcohol, and what she’d think of […]