As a busy Mum and business owner Ellissia would not have considered herself as a heavy drinker having a few drinks to deal with the stress of daily life. Growing up with an alcohol father she never considered her style of drinking to be problematic but not meeting her own standards and using alcohol as a coping mechanism she decided to give it a break for a while. After a few different attempts Ellissia and couple of goes at the HIQA challenge, she is now alcohol free for 16 months and feeling amazing.

We chat about

How sobriety effected her relationship and the importance of open communication with your partner when cutting out alcohol.

How you don't need to be an "alcoholic" to stop drinking

How when you aren't really ready to quit it's harder to stay on track.

The importance of being ready.

Asking the question, "Am I meeting my own standards?".

The power of quitting with community.

The importance of staying compassionate with yourself.

Tips for camping sober.

Self care.

This episode was brought to you by Monday Distillery. To check them out go to 

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For more resources such as coaching or to join the next HIQA challenge go to

www.iquitalcohol.com.au

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Music for Podcast intro and outro written by Danni Carr performed by Mr Cassidy

If you are struggling with physical dependancy on alcohol consider contacting a local AA meeting or a drug and alcohol therapist. Always consult a GP before stopping alcohol. 

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