Sober-ish & Sexy: How to Cut Down on Drinking for Mental Clarity. Part II
- Taylor Bennett
- Feb 26
- 3 min read
Sip Less, Live More!
If you drink casually, keep scrolling...Alright, let’s be real. You clicked on this because you’re thinking about cutting down on alcohol because well it's getting in the way of you leveling up! I hear you and in the same boat! Not quitting—just cutting back so you can remember where you left your phone, actually enjoy the moment, improve your health, wellness or spirituality, or just remember what you said last night. Possibly, you're even spending so much you can't remember where your money is going. Sound familiar? Good. Let’s talk about it! How to cut down on drinking - here it goes!
Why Are We Even Doing This?
First of all, kudos to you for considering this. Clarity is sexy! Waking up without a mystery bruise or half your bank account devoured? Also sexy. Here’s why cutting back might be a game-changer:
Your brain loves you: Alcohol and THC can fog up your mental sharpness, making simple tasks feel like advanced calculus. Less of it = sharper focus and better memory.
Energy boost: You know that sluggish, why-am-I-so-tired-when-I-slept-10-hours feeling? Yeah, your body is over there fighting off toxins while you’re wondering why your to-do list never gets done. Ditch the daily hangovers and try a juice detox.
Emotional stability: Less mood swings, more I got this energy. Cutting down can help you process your emotions without drowning them in a bottle or a blunt.
Saving money: Because $14 cocktails and dispensary trips add up really quickly. Imagine what you could do with an extra couple hundred bucks a month.
Lose Weight: Alcohol slows down digestion and takes a while to metabolize- and when your body could be burning fat, guess what, it's burning alcohol. Lets not forget alcohol can stimulate the appetite, leading to increased food intake.
How to Actually Cut Back Without Hating Life
Now, let’s get into the how. Because we both know just saying, I’ll drink less or I won’t roll up tonight lasts about two days. Here are some strategies that actually work:
1. Set a Sassy Goal
Not just drink less or smoke less. Be specific! Maybe it’s only drinking on weekends or no solo drinking or smoking. Give yourself a structured plan so you’re not just out here vibing and celebrating failure.
2. Substitutions, Baby!
You’re not just quitting something—you’re replacing it. Craving a drink? Make a bomb mocktail. Reaching for a joint? Try herbal tea, CBD, or something else to wind down - Maybe meditation. You need a little creativity in your transition.
3. Find a New Way to Cope
Be honest—are you drinking or smoking because you’re stressed, bored, or trying to escape? Find another outlet. Gym? Journaling? Dancing around your living room like you're in a 90's video? Pick something that actually makes you feel good after, not just during.
4. Make It Social (But Not Weird)
Tell your people what you’re doing, but don’t turn into that person. Nobody likes the “I’m better than y’all because I’m on my wellness journey” friend. Just set boundaries and keep it cool. If your friends only like you when you’re faded… time for new friends.
5. Track Your Wins
Even if it’s just a mental , I didn’t drink tonight—look at me thriving! moment. The small wins add up, and before you know it, you’ll feel like a whole new version of yourself.
The Unexpected Perks (AKA Why You’ll Thank Yourself Later)
Waking up feeling alive instead of questioning your life choices.
Real conversations where you actually remember what was said.
Less anxiety (alcohol and weed withdrawal can make you way more anxious than you realize).
Looking in the mirror and seeing a glow-up instead of hangover face - or stomach.
So there you have it! Cutting down doesn’t mean never having fun again—it just means having more fun because you’re actually present, aware, and feeling good. Try it out, tweak what works, and see how much sharper, sexier, and more in control you feel.
Cheers (with a mocktail) to clarity, energy, and actually remembering where you put your keys!
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