Thinking about taking a break from alcohol, even just for a little while? You're definitely not alone. I remember that first week really well, and trust me, it’s no walk in the park. In this video, I’m sharing my top tips and insights to help you get through those early days. These are the things I wish I’d known when I started and I hope they make your journey a little easier. If you find this helpful, don’t forget to like the video and subscribe, new videos are released every Sunday to support you along the way. And if you know someone who might need a little encouragement, feel free to send this their way. We’re all in this together and I love the community we're creating on here. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 02:33 - Tip 1: Plan Ahead 04:16 - Tip 2: Replace the Ritual 05:37 - Tip 3: Ride the Emotional Waves 07:20 - Tip 4: Prioritise Your Sleep 10:08 - Tip 5: Dealing with Social Pressure 12:02 - Tip 6: Track How You Feel 13:38 - Bonus Tip: Pause and Reflect When You’re Tempted 14:51 - Outro Check out The Stompcast 🥾 https://linktr.ee/stompcast Alcohol-Free Related Episodes: Neuroscientist Nicole Vignola - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/stompcast/id1634072674?i=1000656087475 Author of ‘The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober’, Catherine Gray - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/stompcast/id1634072674?i=1000671225040 Chef Tom Kerridge - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/stompcast/id1634072674?i=1000586045797 Download The Men's Mental Fitness App Be.Mettle here https://linktr.ee/mettleapp Order my latest book ‘The Mind Manual’ 💙 https://tinyurl.com/mt7fhkze Interested in a hearing more about mental fitness? I also do speaking engagements on all things mental health and productivity. Find out more here: https://www.dralexgeorge.co.uk/mental.... Order my children’s book 'A Better Day' 📚 https://tinyurl.com/bdeh9vkr

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