| On Saturday, March 29th, I celebrated 4 years alcohol-free. 💫 It got me thinking about how you can change your life in a single moment. Deciding to give up alcohol was one of the most powerful, life-changing decisions I’ve ever made. It gave me the gift of calm, clarity, purpose—and honestly, it feels like I got a second life. ✔️ Has it taken work? Yes. ✔️ Has it been worth it? Absolutely. Sometimes, it’s the decision that changes everything. I used to drink to cope with feelings I didn’t know how to handle. When you live with T1D, everything feels so much more challenging. I think of diabetes as a 10xer. 💼 Stressed about work? Add diabetes—and it’s 10x harder. 💔 Struggling in a relationship? Diabetes makes it 10x more emotional. 🧠 Dealing with anything at all? Diabetes is right there, adding a 10x thicker layer. Of course, I made up the math. But you get it. Alcohol was my way of coping. Maybe for you it’s food, shopping, overworking, or endlessly scrolling social media. We all have something. The thought that ran through my head, propelling me to my first AA meeting, was this: “I’ll never be truly happy until I get rid of alcohol in my life for good.” That one decision changed everything. With the support of AA and life coaching, I’ve learned tools to manage stress and feel my feelings instead of stuffing them down. I’ve learned how to turn down the dial on negative emotion and deal with what’s underneath. You can change your life with one decision. So if there’s a quiet voice whispering to you that you want more—or that it’s time for a change—listen to it. Sometimes, all it takes is an honest moment and a decision to change. You don’t have to do this alone. If you’re ready to make a change, I’m here 💗. Schedule a free call and let’s chat. I can help you. |
The moment that changed everything: 4 years alcohol-free with T1D
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