Simple Ways to Unwind without Alcohol..., Rebecca E. Williams, PhD
Simple Ways to Unwind without Alcohol..., Rebecca E. Williams, PhD
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Simple Ways to Unwind without Alcohol
50 Tips to Drink Less and Enjoy More

Author: Rebecca E. Williams, PhD

Narrator: Moniqua Plante

Unabridged: 3 hr 55 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 11/14/2023


Synopsis

Soothe stress, unwind, and feel more joyful—without a cocktail, beer, or glass of wine.

Are you tired of hangovers? Do you wish you could think more clearly during the day or feel less anxious at night? Are you curious about that #soberlife? Many of us want to cut back on our drinking—or even stop altogether. But in a culture that glamorizes the cocktail hour, "white wine playdates," and boozy brunches, you might wonder, What would I do instead? If you're ready for a change, this go-to guide has the answer.

Simple Ways to Unwind without Alcohol offers surprisingly simple lifestyle skills grounded in mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you de-stress, reclaim your calm, and feel more vibrant in your day-to-day life—without alcohol. If you're stuck in a drinking rut and in need of a wellness reset, you'll love how empowered and energetic you'll feel when you listen to this book instead of reaching for a drink.

Try it for a week, a month, a year, and maybe more . . .

About Rebecca E. Williams, PhD

Rebecca E. Williams, PhD, is a psychologist, wellness expert, and award-winning author. She received her bachelor's degree from Williams College; her master's degree from Harvard; and her doctorate with a specialization in clinical psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Rebecca enjoyed a twenty-year career as a clinic director with the San Diego VA Healthcare System; was an associate clinical professor in the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego; and maintained an active private practice. She is coauthor of two popular books bridging addiction recovery with the power of mindfulness. The Gift of Recovery is a "pocket coach" designed to strengthen recovery. The Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction, which has been translated into multiple languages, is a go-to guide for understanding the relationship between moods and substance use.


Reviews

Goodreads review by joyce w. laudon on November 02, 2023

People drink for different reasons. For many alcohol consumption does not pose any issues while, for others, there is an awareness of discomfort with their intake of drinks. There are those for whom a drink serves to calm, to feel better in social situations and so on without it feeling like an issu......more

Goodreads review by Fiza on December 21, 2023

As societal levels of anxiety and depression increase, so does the use of alcohol. We need healthy ways to unwind from our heightened levels of stress more than ever, and this book provides just that. Dr. Williams has written just what is needed; tips and tricks on how to unwind in healthy ways. The......more

Goodreads review by Michael on June 30, 2024

Practical tips to improve all aspects of your life The book focuses on reducing Alcohol intake, but can easily by used to just increase good habits that will make your life more enjoyable. It is down to earth and pleasant reading before sleep, to set up positive thoughts for the next day. .......more

Goodreads review by Morgan Grace on January 22, 2024

Nothing groundbreaking here, but lots of helpful things to keep in mind if you’re interested in drinking less. I enjoyed that it gave some options for handling stress (meditation, moving your body, etc.) but also took a more holistic approach to limiting stress in the first place - for example, havi......more

Goodreads review by Heather on January 15, 2024

Audiobook version - would probably better as a physical read given the style of the book. Some interesting considerations but more of a general self-help vibe than a focus on alcohol consumption. Also seemingly more directed at folks looking to completely cut it out and replace it with more positive......more