A few good things...

Subscribers-only special post for February

Thanks for your paid subscriber support! After years of navigating anxiety, I've gathered some recommendations for products that help me stay present and calm.

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After oodles of champagne on Sundays, whiskey every winter, and margaritas all summer long, I finally had to face what my anxiety was trying to tell me: alcohol and I weren't the best match. Those morning-after jitters, thought loops that wouldn't quit, and the way my sleep would crumble - it was all adding up.

I tried dry January (mostly to recover from that October-to-New-Years celebration spiral), and now here I am in February, annoyingly thriving. It's both exhilarating and disappointing to feel this good—I love a good drink. But there's no denying this spark growing in my chest each day - the kind that comes from actually sleeping, having patience that doesn't waver, thoughts that stay calm, and energy for days.

Thankfully, it's a pretty amazing time to be exploring alcohol-free living. Here are five good things that have made this transition enjoyable.

Woody’s Sparkling Blanc de Blanc

Best for: A champagne moment.
Description: Full fizz and mostly dry, it tastes like some of my favorite champagnes.