• Mental health - Helen, Ga
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    Overcoming the Odds: Mental Health in Sobriety

    July 1, 2024 - By 

    Mental health is something that tugs on my heart strings often. In recovery, we know firsthand just how tough it can be to navigate the ups and downs of life without reaching for that drink or that pill. But here’s the thing: addressing our mental health is absolutely crucial for staying sober and thriving in this crazy adventure called motherhood. So, let’s dive into some real talk about mental health in sobriety. Understanding the Intersection of Mental Health and Sobriety Okay, let’s start with the basics. Mental health and sobriety – they go hand in hand, don’t they? I mean,…

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    I Stopped Chasing Sunsets

    June 24, 2024 - By 

    I stopped chasing sunsets. I didn’t even realize it happened. The year I quit drinking, I would spend time seeking out sunrises and sunsets. It became my little joy and every time it would humble me. I would have tears or epiphanies or just simply exist and in a way that was so pure. Just for that moment. I don’t know what happened.  Getting Back Out There I made myself go to the mountain today knowing it was the best thing for me. Rushing to get there and, per Kristin fashion, was still running late. I didn’t want to miss…

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    Finding Myself in Friendships

    June 15, 2024 - By 

    Ahhh friendships… I thought about writing about friendships in sobriety but I don’t think that is relevant to my experience. My friendships seemed just fine after I quit drinking. With the exception of a few where drinking was how we got together, I maintained those relationships. So let’s talk about friendships in adulthood because that shit is hard. You hear about seasons and I believe I’m in a season of solitude and reflection. Conflictions It’s like my brain is having disagreements though, because one part says, yes, do this. Keep learning about yourself. Grow with your family. This is about…

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    Calm Your Mind and Conquer Stress

    June 9, 2024 - By 

    With summer right around the corner, there is no better time to learn how to calm your mind. As a new season unfolds and the warmer weather invites longer and busier days, the thing that seems to pair well with the chaos is stress. Between juggling work deadlines, managing household chores, and keeping up with our kids’ schedules, it’s no wonder we sometimes feel like we’re running on empty. I’m here to spread some good news: we don’t have to let stress control us. As a (sober) mom with a full-time job and two energetic kids, I’ve learned a thing…

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    What Am I Doing? (Living As A Beginner)

    May 30, 2024 - By 

    Living life as a beginner is a new concept for me. I’m preparing to go on an out-of-town trip with my daughter’s middle school class as a chaperone. Sounds fun, right? I’m starting to get a little anxious. Planning is my thing so any ends that I deem untied start making me feel overwhelmed. But as I was contemplating the questions I need to figure out, a thought came in my head… I have no idea what I’m doing. Do you ever just stop in your tracks and wonder why are we in charge of this? I have to just…

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    Anger in Sobriety- 5 Ways to Cope

    May 20, 2024 - By 

    The anger in sobriety that came up during my first year of quitting alcohol was completely unexpected and seemed to come out of nowhere. I knew there would be challenges. Obvious ones like learning how to handle baseball games or parties without drinking.  What I didn’t expect was the anger. Anger is not a comfortable feeling for me and I believed it was “wrong”.   Good girls don’t get angry. They do what is necessary to not show or feel negative feelings. So when these new feelings of anger were arising, I had no idea how to handle them. The…

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    Finding Perspective And Dropping Lack Mentality

    May 16, 2024 - By 

    Finding perspective and dropping lack mentality in a world with social media is a funny thing. Watching people showcase their things can leave you feeling some sort of way, huh? When I started getting curious about who I am and my reaction to things and actually evaluating my feelings, not just sitting in them, I realized I was getting really jealous watching stories. I would see these shiny happy people with their seemingly big perfect homes, and their adorable families all put together. Some of them had jobs that I craved and money and freedom to do the things they…

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    Life After Alcohol.

    May 15, 2024 - By 

    This is life after alcohol. Hi. Hello. Welcome. My name is Kristin. Nice to meet ya! I’m about to go all in on this in hopes that I can find the community I’m looking for. A little over 2 years ago, I made a decision to quit drinking alcohol. I kept feeling the urge to drop the bottle but delayed it over and over. Let’s be honest, alcohol consumption is riddled in everything. From baby showers to baseball games, wine, beer, or spirits are flowing easily.  What could it mean to quit I knew alcohol was hindering me from leveling…