Wednesday 6 December 2017

Angry Bird

"My “short fuse” was regularly dowsed with incendiary booze when I was drinking, and has, in the past, been responsible for words I cannot retract, posts on facebook that were not erased before they caused drama and havoc, friendships that were irreparably damaged. Once my fuse was spent, I was left with the shame and the fallout."

Angry bird

WB xx

Sunday 26 November 2017

The Last Laugh

The insanity of wine pairing and the ridiculous notion that there is 'good booze'
..."all I experienced was the subtle nuances of heartburn, paired with the grumbly undertones of my hangover.."

The Last Laugh

WB xx

Tuesday 21 November 2017

Outside of My Comfort Zone

It's been two years since I started Sober Sassy Life, and much of that time has been spent outside of my comfort zone

Outside of My Comfort Zone

WB xx

Monday 20 November 2017

Friday 10 November 2017

#Metoo

The reasons why I used to drink are far less important to me than the reasons I will never drink again. But my story may help

#Metoo

WB x

Saturday 28 October 2017

My Grey Hair

Ugh, Makes me feel old. But what is more worrying than a few strands of grey, is the disturbing trand that older women are drinking more than ever..

My Grey Hair

WB.

Friday 13 October 2017

Wednesday 4 October 2017

No Brainer!

No live broadcast this week, as I have a cold, and no one wants to see that! I'm talking about our brains on and off booze this week, and PAWS!

No Brainer!

Also, as the Seasonal Booze Madness is soon upon us - Thanksgiving, Halloween, Office Christmas Parties, Christmas...and finally New Year - I am hosting six LIVE seminars to help the newly sober, or struggling to be sober through these (sometimes stressful) event without 'taking the edge off" with booze.

There are six seminars, easy to join ,just sign up and I'll send you a link, you can join in a live Q & A, via a messaging system, or send me your questions beforehand, there are downloadable print-outs, cheat sheets, and even some recipes for mocktails in some of the seminars, plus bonus stuff for live attendees.
You will automatically get access to the replay plus materials. Once the event has been held, it will still be possible to sign up for replays.

The first one is 6th October - so quick, sign up and I'll see you there!

Sign Up here

WB xx

Tuesday 26 September 2017

Right In Front of Your Face..

Don't focus on the top of the mountain - just what's right in front of you

Right In Front of Your Face

Also, Sober Mummy and I will be right in front of your face, LIVE on facebook, on Friday 29th Sept, at 12 Noon, PST.....the event details are here.

I'm so excited!

WB x

Thursday 21 September 2017

Why Sober Challenges Suck..

Here's my new article for VOCAL - a community of bloggers, writing inspiring and interesting articles about every topic and issue you could imagine! I am delighted to join them, and this is my first submission. If you are contemplating joining Sober October - read my article first!

Why Sober Challenges Suck

WBxx

Wednesday 13 September 2017

Echo Chambers..

Live Broadcast Replay and Podcast

Echo Chambers - how we get into them, and how they hinder our sobriety. Plus What's New and Booze in the News..

Echo Chambers

WB xx

Tuesday 12 September 2017

Why Don't We Talk?

I have a running joke with my husband - every time I want him to do something, I threaten to talk about our feelings.....that soon gets him off the couch! But there is a flip side to the hilarity..

Why Don't We Talk?

WB xx

Wednesday 6 September 2017

Is September the New January?

Trying a Fresh Start of my own this week - combining a LIVE broadcast with podcast/blog, if it works - it will be a regular weekly thing..

Is September the New January?

WB xx

Friday 1 September 2017

Wednesday 23 August 2017

Tuesday 22 August 2017

What Jackie Did Next

Another idea, but this one isn't one of those Merlot - fueled schemes that I couldn't remember the next day. This one is already underway.

What Jackie Did Next

WB xx

Thursday 13 July 2017

Thanks For the Memories

One of the least appealing features of facebook, is the prompt to share "memories" - especially if you would rather forget..

Thanks For the Memories

WB xx

Thursday 29 June 2017

Is WooWoo just Doo Doo?

Seriously, what about Chakra healing? will it help your sobriety?

Is Woo Woo just Doo Doo?

(warning to Gwyneth Paltrow fans and the sweary-sensitive, you might want to miss this one)

WB xx


Friday 9 June 2017

Wednesday 7 June 2017

Side Effects.

I love those commercial from Big Pharma that show wonderful new 'cures' and then list all the things that can go wrong - including irregular bowel movement. EVERYTHING seems to affect bowel movements

Side Effects

WB xx

Friday 2 June 2017

Looking Back and Forward

May was my "soberversary" month. I've learned a lot in the past couple of years. I'll also chat about what's new at Sober Sassy life

Looking Back and Forward

WB

Monday 29 May 2017

At least...

Think you haven't reached 'rock bottom' yet? Not sure what 'rock bottom" even looks like? Let's go with a much easier concept..

At least...

WB xx

Saturday 20 May 2017

What am I Against?

Sometimes people tell me that I'm "anti-alcohol". That may have been true in the early days of sobriety, but not so much now. Here's what I am against now..

What am I against?

WBxx

Friday 14 April 2017

When Self Help Becomes a Hindrance

I've been a bit quiet lately. I've been working on the website, hopefully making it a bit more streamlined. Hope you like the new "look".

When Self Help Becomes a Hindrance

WB xx

Saturday 18 March 2017

The "Do NOT Do" List

I love lists. I love crossing stuff off. Especially my "Do NOT Do" list..its great for my sobriety.

The "Do NOT Do" List

WB xx

Thursday 2 March 2017

The Podcast is BACK!

After a brief  hiatus...here's a couple of new episodes

Good Grace

Finding Your Why

If you find the podcast helpful/enjoyable - and you listen to it via iTunes - I would be so grateful for a review. It helps to get it out there for other potential listeners. Thank you!

WB xx

Monday 13 February 2017

Friday 10 February 2017

Living With Fear

So often our fear of quitting drinking is more powerful than our fear of NOT quitting...

Living With Fear

WB xx

Monday 6 February 2017

Sober Foodie

I've been rediscovering a passion that I thought was lost in my drinking past..

Sober Foodie

WB xx

Wednesday 1 February 2017

Cravings?

Cravings are normal.

I get it.

But that urge to drink that seemed to come from nowhere and engulf me, was often my undoing.

Eventually, of course, I learned to deal with cravings.

On Thursday 2nd February Noon (PST), I'm hosting a live webinar to talk about cravings and how to overcome them.

If you are struggling a bit, this event might help you with some tips and advice.

If you have never attended a webinar before - here are some details

* The webinar will be held on Thursday 2nd February Noon PST and will last about 45 minutes.
* It's completely free.
* You won't need software - you just follow the link that I'll provide in an email before the event.
* You'll be able to type questions in real time via a messaging system OR
* You can email me questions beforehand and I'll answer them during the event.
* You will get a recording of the event, to watch later.

Basically, it's a live streaming video that you can view/listen to. You can see and hear me, but I won't know who is attending, unless you message me during the event.

I understand that many of you are concerned about anonymity. If you prefer NOT to message questions that other participants can see, as I said you can email questions beforehand. I'll answer the questions as best I can - without naming you of course. You can then just view the event - and no one will know that you are there.

You will be initially automatically signed up for my weekly newsletter. This is a function of the software I use - however you can immediately unsubscribe if you don't want to receive them.

The newsletter comes out once a week - and appears in your inbox from "Jackie Elliott's Sassy Life" - so there is no mention of sobriety or drinking etc - and includes articles/blogs/podcast episodes, and information about products and services, free and not free, from the website.

I hope that answers some questions - I hope that Thursday's event will be useful - last thing! - if you can't attend LIVE - everyone who signs up for the event will get the recording, so you can watch it later.

Here's the sign up link - Crush The Cravings!

And you can email me here with questions  jackie@sobersassylife.com


WB xx



Sunday 29 January 2017

Booze and The Bottom Line - Part 2

Second in my article series about Booze and Business - if you think that no one has notived your drinking...you're wrong.

Booze and The Bottom Line Part 2

WB xx

Sunday 22 January 2017

Wednesday 18 January 2017

Booze and the Bottom Line - Part 1

Here's Part 1 of my three part article series about dysfunctional drinking and the impact on small and micro businesses.

Booze and the Bottom Line

Here's the link to yesterdays podcast episode that didn't work properly (sorry)

How to Quit Drinking.

WB xx

Monday 16 January 2017

The Most Depressing Day?

So far this year, you may also have missed National Rubber Ducky Day, and National Blame Someone Else Day". I'm serious.

The Most Depressing Day?

WB xx

Wednesday 11 January 2017

The Last Day One. Ever.

Mid January is often the time that intentions, goals and resolutions seem to fade. "Real" life takes over.

You are back at work, the kids are back at school, credit card bills have started to arrive - somehow that promise you made to yourself that 2017 WILL be the year that you quit drinking...well, that doesn't seem so important right now.

I know, because I've been there myself - many times.

I often get asked - what changed? What happened that made your sobriety STICK?

To answer this (and other questions), I am hosting a live webinar. I'll talk about my sober journey and answer questions.

You are all welcome to attend. Today's event has been postponed until next week!

* The webinar will be held on Thursday 19 Noon PST and will last about 45 minutes.
* It's completely free.
* You won't need software - you just follow the link that I'll provide in an email before the event.
* You'll be able to type questions in real time via a messaging system OR
* You can email me questions beforehand and I'll answer them during the event.

I understand that many of you are concerned about anonymity. If you prefer NOT to message questions that other participants can see, as I said you can email questions beforehand. I'll answer the questions as best I can - without naming you of course. You can then just view the event - and no one will know that you are there.

You will be initially automatically signed up for my weekly newsletter. This is a function of the software I use - however you can immediately unsubscribe if you don't want to receive them.

The newsletter comes out once a week - and appears in your inbox from "Jackie Elliott's Sassy Life" - so there is no mention of sobriety or drinking etc - and includes articles/blogs/podcast episodes, and information about products and services, free and not free, from the website.

I hope that answers some questions - I hope that Thursday's event will be useful - last thing! - if you can't attend LIVE - everyone who signs up for the event will get the recording, so you can watch it later.

Here's the sign up link -https://sobersassylife.simplero.com/page/70410-the-last-day-one-ever

And you can email me here with questions  jackie@sobersassylife.com


WB xx

Update - life sometimes interferes with the best laid plans, so I have postponed today's LIVE EVENT until Thursday 19th January at Noon PST.
If you have already signed up and sent a question - I have answered them all individually via email - and I will also cover them next week.
If you would like to sign up - please use the links above, that I've updated.
See you next week .


Tuesday 10 January 2017