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The start of a new year feels like a clean slate—a chance to reflect, reset, and map out what you want the next 12 months to look like. For many people, this can be a great time to re-evaluate aspects of your lifestyle, including your relationship with alcohol. Whether you’re keen to cut back, take

We’ve all heard about campaigns like Dry January (UK), febfast (Australia) and Dry July (Australia and New Zealand) that encourage people to take a break from alcohol for a month. Some do it for charity, while others simply want to ease off for a while, particularly in cultures where drinking is a big part of social life. But what

Deciding to take a closer look at your drinking is a personal journey. Whether you’re thinking about cutting back, taking a break, or giving alcohol the boot altogether, one thing’s for sure: you don’t have to go it alone. The power of connection Alcohol often plays a big role in our lives. It’s there at

Many people who drink alcohol are familiar with the dreaded hangover. A hangover happens when the effects of drinking alcohol wear off and tiredness, nausea and headache sets in. But it’s not just the body that suffers—the mind can too. Some people feel anxious or depressed after drinking, which is known as “hangxiety.” One possible

March is a time of reflection and celebration. With International Women’s Day on the 8th, it’s a chance to recognise the incredible strength, resilience and achievements of women everywhere. It’s also an opportunity to honour yourself—to embrace change, practise mindfulness and prioritise rest, happiness and connection. Change isn’t always easy, but when approached with self-compassion,

There’s decades of research that shows cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is highly effective in helping people change their relationship with alcohol, but accessing traditional in-person help when you want to change your relationship with alcohol is tricky these days. There’s long waiting lists and only about 1 in 6 people who want alcohol treatment receives

February is a month for kindness. With Random Acts of Kindness Day Week happening this month from 9-15th February, it’s a time when we’re reminded of the power of compassion—toward others, but as importantly, to ourselves. For many, February can also serve as an opportunity to pause and reflect on their relationship with alcohol. Whether