Last Blog Post of the Year - a rambling one..
New Year's Intentions.
WB xx
Friday 29 December 2017
Friday 22 December 2017
Friday 15 December 2017
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
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
..."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
Outside of My Comfort Zone
WB xx
Monday 20 November 2017
The Unholy Trinity
"Every time you click "confirm purchase", another Fuck it Fairy gets her wings"
The Unholy Trinity
WB x
The Unholy Trinity
WB x
Friday 17 November 2017
Thursday 16 November 2017
Friday 10 November 2017
Tuesday 7 November 2017
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.
My Grey Hair
WB.
Monday 23 October 2017
Wednesday 18 October 2017
Sunday 15 October 2017
Friday 13 October 2017
Essential Oils are Not Essential.
I've been reading the AA v not AA debate in the sober Cyberverse. I think that we've all missed the point.
Essential Oils are not Essential.
WB xx
Essential Oils are not Essential.
WB xx
Wednesday 11 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
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
Wednesday 27 September 2017
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
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
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
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
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
Is September the New January?
WB xx
Friday 1 September 2017
The Finish Line..
Starting is my "super power"...but finishing...
The Finish Line
WBx ( new post from the Sober Story Studio)
The Finish Line
WBx ( new post from the Sober Story Studio)
Thursday 31 August 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
What Jackie Did Next
WB xx
Thursday 17 August 2017
Tuesday 15 August 2017
Thursday 10 August 2017
Monday 7 August 2017
Sunday 23 July 2017
Tuesday 18 July 2017
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
Thanks For the Memories
WB xx
Tuesday 11 July 2017
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
Is Woo Woo just Doo Doo?
(warning to Gwyneth Paltrow fans and the sweary-sensitive, you might want to miss this one)
WB xx
Thursday 22 June 2017
Tuesday 20 June 2017
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
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
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
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
What am I against?
WBxx
Friday 12 May 2017
Wednesday 10 May 2017
Tuesday 9 May 2017
Sunday 23 April 2017
Thursday 20 April 2017
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
When Self Help Becomes a Hindrance
WB xx
Wednesday 5 April 2017
Tuesday 4 April 2017
Friday 31 March 2017
Monday 27 March 2017
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
The "Do NOT Do" List
WB xx
Labels:
drama,
gossip,
lists,
productivity,
sober life,
sobriety
Friday 17 March 2017
Thursday 16 March 2017
Wednesday 15 March 2017
Tuesday 14 March 2017
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
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
Wednesday 1 March 2017
Sunday 26 February 2017
Too much information....
Everyone seems to be sharing everything these days...has it got a bit off-putting?
Too Much Information...
WB xx
Too Much Information...
WB xx
Tuesday 21 February 2017
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
Living With Fear
WB xx
Monday 6 February 2017
Friday 3 February 2017
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
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
Tuesday 31 January 2017
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
Booze and The Bottom Line Part 2
WB xx
Wednesday 25 January 2017
How to Quit Drinking..Start with WHY?
One "why" that we tend to ignore at our peril - is our health.
How to Quit Drinking- Start with WHY?
WB xx
How to Quit Drinking- Start with WHY?
WB xx
Sunday 22 January 2017
Vive La Revolution....
Such an inspiring turnout by women and men this weekend. But what happens now?
Vive La Revolution!
WB xx
Vive La Revolution!
WB xx
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
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
Tuesday 17 January 2017
How To Quit Drinking and Live Sober Ever After
Welcome to my new Podcast series - AND YouTube Series..
How to Quit Drinking And Live Sober Ever After
You can find today's video here...https://youtu.be/1iMJRaWFuyc
WB xx
How to Quit Drinking And Live Sober Ever After
You can find today's video here...https://youtu.be/1iMJRaWFuyc
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
The Most Depressing Day?
WB xx
Friday 13 January 2017
Sober Birthdays Remind Me of the Grim Reaper.
Wow, I'm as old as dirt! When does the "wisdom" kick in?
Sober Birthdays Remind Me of the Grim Reaper.
WB xx
Sober Birthdays Remind Me of the Grim Reaper.
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 .
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
Reset and Reframe
Change your attitude to wards quitting by appreciating all the awesome stuff you can do now!
Reset and Reframe
WB xx
Reset and Reframe
WB xx
Monday 9 January 2017
Saturday 7 January 2017
Will Robots Take over The World...
A question I've been musing on lately...(Probably too much WestWorld!)
Will Robots Take over the World?
WB xx
Will Robots Take over the World?
WB xx
Friday 6 January 2017
Tuesday 3 January 2017
Monday 2 January 2017
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