I'm giving it another shot. This time, it's not for money. It's for me. After the parties and the cricket of December and January, I (and my liver) need a break and a bit of weight loss.
At first I thought, I will be alcohol-free for the month of February. But I knew I could not keep that promise, as my best friend will be visiting from the US from the 20th. So, I decided to enforce the ban from 27 January (after Australia Day celebrations) and until 20 February. 24 days. Not even a month. Shouldn't be so tough.
Day 5 and I've already overcome massive challenges. The first challenge was a BBQ we hosted for people I did not know well. The easy thing is to "relax" with a wine or beer. Not so. Had to deal with every emotion as it came up. Evaluate every personality and use those communication skills!
The very next day, BBQ housewarming at the in-laws. And their well-stocked bar fridge. Like being in a hotel. If there had been a packet of $15 macadamias, I would have eaten them! But still, I politely said no, and drank mineral water and diet cola.
Day 4. Champagne and cold beer in the fridge. 40C/ 104F outside. Inside with no air conditioning, the double brick kept the temp to around 26C/78F and I was thirsty. Then the carton of beer arrives.
So far, it's not about needing the alcohol feeling. It's about the habit. Party = wine. BBQ = beer.
A few more tests coming up. Friend's birthday at a pub. Super Bowl. Valentine's Day. But I can do it. Because I choose.
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