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Letting Go Without Escaping It was the early morning start I had been dreading for a while. I was dropping my son at the airport for his six-month travel adventure. There are some goodbyes that hit harder than others – the ones where you realise you won’t be there guiding

Giving Up Alcohol: The Unexpected Confidence and Emotional Growth I Didn’t See Coming

Starting the Journey With Just The Tonic When I decided the time had come to seriously give up alcohol and I signed up for Just The Tonic (JTT) in February 2025, the additional benefits and unexpected challenges took me by surprise. I started my 30-day challenge with no alcohol on 2nd March and, having

I Get a Kick Out of You

Alcohol-Free Drinks for a Sober Christmas Ah, ’tis the season of goodwill to all humankind… of cosiness, friends, family, and selfless gifting. ’Tis also the season of chocolate inhalation, excessive cheese consumption, and binge drinking. So, what do we drink when newly sober and faced with relentless socialising? And even

Christmas Without a Drink? Bah, Humbug!

By Marion, Recently 100 days alcohol free after completing the JTT course. I joined the Just The Tonic programme on 23rd July 2025. My acupuncturist, who was one of the very few people I had confessed my excessive drinking to, sent me a Telegraph article on Sandra Parker, a sober

Life Without Alcohol: How Going Alcohol-Free Gave Me My Life Back

Article from Tom, recently completing the JTT course: When I was drinking, I often felt like life was passing me by. After work, the main goal of every evening was to finish a bottle of wine (and usually to make a start on the next one). Weekends would begin late

How to Avoid Getting Drunk at Your Office Christmas Party

A brutally honest guide for anyone worried about losing control at work events. Let me be blunt: I used to be the person who got hammered at every office Christmas party. The one who thought they were being hilarious. The one who woke up the next morning with waves of

Getting Drunk To Get Ahead – My Thoughts

Getting Drunk to Get Ahead Is the Hangover of Another Age A full breakdown of the insights contributed to The Times. I was recently invited to contribute my insights to a feature in The Times titled “Getting drunk to get ahead is the hangover of another age.” While only a

Control Alcohol Coach Of The Year - Sandra Parker

Just the Tonic Coaching Wins Control Alcohol Coach of the Year 2025

I’m delighted to announce that Just the Tonic Coaching has been awarded Control Alcohol Coach of the Year 2025 by the Greater London Enterprise Awards—marking an incredible three consecutive years of receiving this recognition. This continued acknowledgment reflects the effectiveness of our approach in helping high-achieving professionals gain complete control

Navigating Sober Dating: Your Guide to Romance Without Alcohol

Dating can feel nerve-wracking at the best of times. When you’re newly alcohol-free or have taken control over your drinking, the prospect of sober dating might seem twice as challenging. If you’ve recently stopped drinking or are questioning your relationship with alcohol, you’re probably wondering: can I actually enjoy dating

Quotes About Alcohol That Hit Different

Real wisdom from people who saw through the illusion Let’s be honest about something. Most of us didn’t start drinking because we loved the taste or because we genuinely believed alcohol would improve our lives. We started because it was normal, expected, and frankly, everyone else was doing it. But

The 6PM Secret: How High Achievers Are Hiding Drinking Habits

There’s a decisive moment each evening in homes across the country. The laptop stays open, work emails flooding in, the wine bottle uncorked alongside it. For many successful professionals, this evening ritual has become non-negotiable. Work continues well beyond office hours, yet alcohol becomes the essential companion to late-night emails

Why People Get So Annoyed When You Say No to Alcohol

Ever noticed how your simple “no thanks” to alcohol can trigger strong reactions? One minute you’re politely declining a glass of wine, the next you’re fielding questions and pressure that seem completely disproportionate to your choice. After working with many professionals who’ve taken control of their drinking habits, I’ve seen

What Is A Functioning Alcoholic & What Are The Signs

When most people think of an alcoholic, they have an image of someone who has a bottle of vodka by the bed or someone who sits on a park bench swigging from a brown paper bag. But equally, an alcoholic could be a high-achieving businessperson in a smart suit. No

Sober Celebrities: Famous People Who Have Become Teetotal

There are many reasons to go sober. Consuming too much alcohol can affect your ability to work, it can affect your health and it can affect your looks. And for many famous celebrities working in the entertainment industry, that’s a risk they’re not willing to take. It’s why we’re seeing

The Impact Of Alcohol In The Workplace

When it comes to alcohol in the workplace, organisations often have a confusing attitude towards their employees and drinking. On one hand, most employees are expected to socialise with colleagues, customers and clients, and this is especially true as they climb the career ladder. Often employees are encouraged to win

Alcohol Metabolism: How Long Does Alcohol Stay In Your System?

Let’s take a look at alcohol metabolism. Or to put it another way: how long does it take the body to process alcohol and how long does it take to leave your system. So what happens during the alcohol metabolism process? Alcohol metabolism is the breakdown of alcohol from the

What Are The Beauty Benefits Of Sobriety

The Benefits of Sobriety

Alcohol can negatively affect your mental and physical health, as well as your closest relationship, career prospects and finances. The decision to stop drinking alcohol can feel like a difficult step to take. But there are so many benefits of ‘going sober’, that even after three months, you’ll realise it’s

How Does Alcohol Affect Personal Relationships

How Does Alcohol Affect Relationships?

It’s no secret that alcohol can take its toll on your body and your health. Alcohol affects relationships negatively too, including those with your partner, family members and friends. The results can be far-reaching and devastating. Alcohol can ruin relationships as it often leads to erratic behaviours. So if you’re

How Do You Motivate Yourself To Stop Drinking?

We all know that drinking too much alcohol can have major negative consequences on our health, yet we continue to do it. Why? Because it’s enjoyable and feels good at the moment. But how can we break this cycle and stop drinking permanently? Read on to find out some tips

Tips For Overcoming Alcohol Brain Fog

If you’ve ever woken up after a night of drinking feeling like you can’t think straight, you’re not alone. Alcohol brain fog is a real phenomenon, and it can be stressful and frustrating. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help clear your head and get back on track.

10 Effective Ways To Cut Back On Excessive Drinking

If you think you’re starting to drink too much and need to stop or cut back your alcohol intake, you should totally listen to your body and act accordingly. Alcohol misuse is rampant these days because people fail to recognize where to draw the line. Excessive drinking leads to addiction