“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 […]
Rethinking Drinking: Why Moderation Is Having a Moment
The future of mindful drinking is here. Learn, connect & explore at the Moderation Mindset Virtual Summit 2025, October 25-26th. For decades, conversations around alcohol have meant either you quit […]
Cravings Aren’t Commands: How Urge Surfing Can Set You Free
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 […]
How to Reduce Your Alcohol Intake: Drinking with Chopsticks
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 […]
Stay Social, Stay Sober-ish: The Best No & Low ABV Drinks for Your Summer
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 […]
Can ChatGPT Help You Drink Less? How AI Supports Alcohol Moderation This Summer
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 […]
Why flexibility could be the key to lasting change: a new take on Dry July
For decades, conversations about alcohol have revolved around two extremes: drink freely or quit entirely. But a growing movement, led by organizations like Moderation Management, is reshaping that narrative, especially […]
Pride, Power, & Harm Reduction: A June Check-In
Happy Pride Month! While there is so much joy to be found in this month— in parades, glitter, dancing and community—we also want to hold space for the full picture. […]
Intermittent Sobriety: My Sweet Spot
For nearly three years, my husband, Dan, and I have been drinking about eight alcoholic drinks a month. Special occasions only. Prior to that, we drank a glass or two […]
That Buzzed-Not-Drunk Sweet Spot? Here’s How to Find It
Most of us have had that moment: you’re feeling good, maybe out with friends or even winding down at home, and you think, “Just one more drink – and I’ll […]
