Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
Di McQueen & Dr. Brian Jackson
Dry January - New Year, New Perspective on Alcohol
Dry January - New Year, New Perspective on Alcohol
Dry January - New Year, New Perspective on Alcohol
Tuesday 7th January 2025
Join Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson as they discuss Dry January, sharing tips for success and the health benefits of taking a break from alcohol.
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Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Dry January encourages abstaining from alcohol for a month.
- Health benefits include better sleep, more energy, weight loss, and improved complexion.
- COVID-19 saw a significant rise in alcohol consumption.
- Practical tips include finding non-alcoholic substitutes and avoiding temptations.
- Support from friends and family can help make Dry January a success.
It's been reported that people notice they sleep better, have more energy, lose weight, and their complexion improves.
Are you thinking about cutting down on your alcohol intake or starting the new year with a fresh perspective? In this episode of 'Healing Families Shattered by Addiction', Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson dive into the popular Dry January challenge. This 30-day reset, which started gaining traction in the UK around 2011, encourages people to abstain from alcohol for the month of January.
The hosts share eye-opening statistics about the rise in alcohol consumption, especially during COVID-19, and discuss the health benefits of taking a break from drinking. They also provide practical tips for making Dry January a success, such as finding non-alcoholic substitutes, avoiding temptations, and seeking support from friends and family.
Di and Brian emphasize the importance of paying attention to changes in your health and well-being during this period, and they remind you that slipping up is not the end of the world – just get back on track and keep going. This episode is perfect for anyone who is sober-curious, looking for a post-holiday detox, or simply wanting to challenge themselves to a healthier lifestyle.
Join millions of others in this movement and see how a month without alcohol can positively impact your life.