Jackie Testimonial

How much were you drinking and what problems was it causing?

I was binge drinking a bottle of wine at home at least three nights a week. I would often skip dinner and favour drinking instead. I’d forget whole conversations even after one glass of wine, and after two glasses I sometimes had no recollection of the entire evening.

Some nights I stopped at one bottle, and other nights I’d move on to vodka. I felt completely out of control with my drinking. By 6pm, I couldn’t resist opening a bottle — it felt like something else took over my mind once a craving hit.

Not remembering the night before was incredibly anxiety-provoking. My self-worth and confidence were at rock bottom. I suffered from anxiety, paranoia, terrible sleep, exhaustion, irritability, and constant overwhelm — especially while trying to parent, work and run a home. Everything felt harder with a hangover.

I felt like a “monster” took over when I drank, and all my energy was going into containing it. Alcohol absolutely affected my brain chemistry.

What was the key reason you wanted to change? What motivated you?

My daughter.

During lockdown, my drinking happened entirely at home. I began seeing myself through her eyes, and I didn’t like what I saw — or what I was imprinting on her.

My biggest hope is that she will never struggle with alcohol, and I realised her relationship with drinking would be shaped by mine. I wanted to become the role model she deserved.

How did you discover Just The Tonic Coaching?

Through a Facebook ad.
Normally I ignore pop-ups — I’ve been burned by them before! — but I was desperate. I knew I needed help and didn’t know where to find it. I didn’t identify as an alcoholic, but I knew I had a serious problem.

Were you sceptical this method would work?

I wasn’t sceptical about the method… I was sceptical about myself.

I had tried and failed to control my drinking so many times. I doubted whether I could tame that “monster” inside me, but I also knew I had to try something different.

Had you tried to cut down or take a break before?

Yes — during pregnancy, Dry January, and numerous other attempts. Each time I found myself counting down the days until I could drink again.

I had deeply ingrained beliefs that alcohol was a magic elixir. It created a psychological dependence that I couldn’t break on my own.

What amazing results did you get? How has it changed motherhood and your career?

I’m now 101 days alcohol-free, and I never intend to drink again.

I’m proud that I’ve challenged and changed my deepest beliefs. I have zero desire for alcohol. I finally feel free and in control.

Parenting is no longer exhausting — it was only hard because I was hungover, depleted, and battling myself. Now I have patience, energy and clarity.

My self-worth has transformed. I no longer let anyone treat me poorly. I trust myself again.

And the sleep — it’s life-changing. I didn’t know sleep could feel this good.
Deep, restorative sleep has repaired my confidence and reset my brain chemistry. I wake up refreshed, not terrified of my racing thoughts.

I’m exercising more, eating better, and feeling healthier simply because I’m not hungover.

This is only after 101 days… and it just keeps getting better.

What would you say to someone thinking of signing up?

Invest in yourself — it’s worth every penny.

Even if the cost feels high, the physical changes alone make you look 10 years younger. You’ll save money on Botox and expensive treatments trying to undo what alcohol does to your skin.

Skip the “quick fixes” — this programme gives you your life back.

What are you most excited about now that you’re alcohol-free?

Being in control of my life and proud of who I am.

I’m no longer afraid of myself. The jokes about people doing “crazy things” when drunk stop being funny when it’s happening to you — when you’re the one picking up the pieces the next morning.

I’m excited to finally live this wonderful life I’m lucky enough to have, without the alcohol monster stampeding through my health and relationships.

I feel like I’ve been given a second chance, and I’m grabbing it with both hands.

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