Tag: sobriety
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When “Switching Off” Starts Holding You Back
Bank holiday weekends used to mean one thing for me: Switching off… usually with alcohol. And for years, I didn’t think it was affecting my leadership. I was performing.Progressing.Delivering results. From laboratory technician to Senior Leadership Team within 10 years, my career looked strong from the outside. So I never questioned the habits that came…
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The Self-Sabotage I Called “Relaxing”
For years, I thought my weekends were helping me recover. By Friday afternoon, I’d already mentally checked out of work. I’d tell myself: “You’ve earned this.” “Time to unwind.” “Couple of drinks won’t hurt.” So after work, I’d do the shop. And alcohol was always included. Not just Fridays either, most shopping trips included it,…
