It's Friday! Will you be celebrating the start of the weekend at #happyhour ? If you're someone who drinks alcohol, how do you feel about your relationship with it? What do you notice while you're drinking?
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#mindfuldrinking is a conscious approach to consuming alcohol if you enjoy drinking and are not struggling with addiction. For those who choose to partake, it offers a healthy middle ground option between all or nothing.
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It starts with taking a moment to center yourself, releasing as much stress as you can and mentally acknowledging what's up; how you feel. Then, consider the specifics of the night or event ahead, and try visualizing what you want to do, feel like, BE like? How do you want to be present for the company, to enjoy your drink?
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When you finally get that drink in your hand (which is after you've taken your time to enjoy the process of considering your options and selecting your order), pause before the first sip: how does the glass feel? What is the temperature? How does it smell? As you take a sip, see how it activates your tastebuds and brings up memories.
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Tune into your company or the scene around you. In conversation, challenge yourself to really listen- not plan what you are going to say next. Proceed this way- staying connected to the conversation you are having, while continuing to check back in with what you are noticing about your present state until this flow becomes natural.
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Again, Mindful Drinking is for those who want to have a healthy relationship with alcohol, but it's not a substitute for a recovery program. If you feel you might have a problem with drinking or are interested in recovery resources, contact me! If you're up for experimenting, try this and let me know how it goes!
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