Dry July: Tips and Tricks from Danni Carr
Episode Overview
Approach Dry July with curiosity instead of punishment. Use journaling prompts to explore motivations for abstaining. Clear your home of alcohol to avoid temptation. Stock up on alcohol-free alternatives. Celebrate each day of sobriety as a win.
"Freedom doesn't always feel like freedom at first, but give it time and it might just surprise you how you end up feeling."
Danni Carr takes centre stage in this solo episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol', offering a treasure trove of tips for tackling Dry July. It's all about making a conscious choice to step away from the bottle for a month, and Danni's advice is anything but punitive. Instead, she encourages you to approach Dry July with curiosity and a sense of empowerment.
"Why am I doing this?" becomes the central journaling prompt, urging you to explore the deeper motivations behind your decision to abstain. Danni's tips are practical and varied, from clearing out your home of any temptations to taking different routes to work to avoid the bottle shop. Stocking up on alcohol-free alternatives is another golden nugget of advice.
Kombucha might not be everyone's cup of tea, but with the myriad options available in supermarkets today, you're bound to find something that tickles your taste buds. The importance of accountability is stressed too. Letting friends and family know about your Dry July venture can help keep you on track, and who knows, you might inspire someone else to join you on this journey.
Danni doesn't shy away from acknowledging the challenges of the first week, highlighting the need for self-care and patience as your body adjusts. This episode is peppered with Danni's personal anecdotes and reflections, making it relatable and encouraging. She even suggests celebrating each day of sobriety as a win, noticing the little changes like clearer skin or better sleep. Dry July might just be the start of something bigger, as you rediscover who you are without alcohol.
If you're looking for practical tips, a sprinkle of humour, and a supportive voice to guide you through Dry July, this episode is worth a listen. Who knows – it might just be the nudge you need to embrace a longer-term alcohol-free lifestyle.