Start Acting Like the Person You’re Becoming Lasting sobriety isn’t about “quitting.” It’s about becoming someone new. Ask yourself today: “What would an alcohol-free version of me choose right now?” 👇 Journal + Share (optional): - Finish this sentence:“I am becoming someone who ______.” Identity comes before behavior sticks.

Prioritizing our health doesn’t have to mean giving up sophisticated beverage options.These classic flavor combinations translate beautifully because they rely on balance, not booze. These flavor pairings convert cleanly into non alcoholic drinks without feeling like a compromise. Spice + Citrus Structure and warmth without sweetness. Examples: cardamom + lemon, cinnamon + orange, clove + grapefruit Bitter + Sweet Root Adult and grounding, especially in winter profiles. Examples: gentian + ginger, dandelion root + orange peel, chicory + lemon RECIPES: Citrus + Herb Lemon Thyme Spritz • Fresh lemon juice 1 oz • Mint Tea (fully cooled) (add simple syrup if desired) • Chilled sparkling water, Tonic Water, or Sprite • Garnish: fresh thyme sprig and lemon slices Build over ice. Bright, aromatic, restrained. Citrus + Bitter Grapefruit Tonic Bitter • Fresh grapefruit juice 2 oz • Premium tonic water • 2 dashes non alcoholic gentian style bitters • Garnish: grapefruit peel Lean, dry, and grown up. (add simple syrup if desired) Ginger + Citrus Ginger Lime • Fresh ginger juice or strong ginger infusion 1 oz • Fresh lime juice 0.75 oz • Sparkling water or Ginger Ale • Garnish: lime wheel Sharp and structured. (add simple syrup if desired) Tea + Citrus Black Tea Lemon Fizz • Cold brewed black tea 3 oz • Fresh lemon juice 0.5 oz • Sparkling water, or Ginger Ale • Garnish: expressed lemon peel Tannic, crisp,. (add simple syrup if desired) Fruit + Herb Strawberry Basil Refresher • Fresh strawberries lightly crushed 2 to 3 pieces • Fresh basil leaf gently bruised • Sparkling water or ginger ale • Optional: tiny squeeze of lemon Fresh but disciplined. (add simple syrup if desired) Salt + Citrus Salted Grapefruit Spritz • Fresh grapefruit juice 2 oz • Tiny pinch sea salt or salt and sugar rim • Sparkling water or ginger ale • Garnish: grapefruit peel, lime wedge (add simple syrup if desired) Professional level balance with good flavor Smoke + Citrus or Herb Smoked Rosemary Lemon Soda

Most urges aren’t about alcohol. They’re about comfort, relief, connection, or rest. Alcohol just used to be the fastest (not the best) delivery system. Today, get curious instead of critical. 👉 Reflection: Finish this sentence in the comments or your journal: “Right now, what I really need is ______.” No fixing required. Awareness is the win.

Your brain hates empty space. When you remove alcohol, you must replace the routine, not just resist it. 👇 Today’s Action: - What could you do instead during your hardest moment?(Walk, shower, tea, journaling, early bedtime, movement, music…) Drop one replacement habit you’re testing today. Progress > perfection.

Today is about curiosity, not judgment. Every urge is information — not a command. 👇 Check In: - What time of day feels hardest? - What emotion shows up right before the urge? If you want, post: 👉 “My biggest trigger right now is ______.” You’re learning your brain’s language — and that’s huge.