Author: Johinniya

St. Louis, Missouri – Not far from the Anheuser-Busch brewery, in one of the city’s oldest bars, Joshua Grigaitis fills a cooler with bottles and cans. It’s Saturday night, and the lights are dim. Frank Sinatra’s raspy voice fills the air, along with the scent of incense. The place has all the ingredients: it’s frequented and by heavy drinkers. Except for alcohol Pop’s Blue Moon bar, a fixture of this beer-loving city since 1908, has joined a growing national trend: alcohol-free spaces that offer socializing without peer pressure to drink, hangovers, or DUIs. From booze-free bars to drug-free zones at…

Sobriety is a goal that many individuals seek to achieve in their lives. Whether for health, personal, or social reasons, staying sober can be an ongoing challenge that requires effort and dedication. In this article, we will explore some effective tips and strategies to help you stay sober and stay away from the dangers of drug and alcohol use. From lifestyle changes to finding support in the community, you will discover how you can maintain a sober and healthy life. Feeling pressured to drink? Learn how to handle peer pressure with these tips The social pressure to drink can be…

When seeking help for a mental health condition, we can expect to hear about different medications and treatment options, but what’s often missing from the conversation is talk of lifestyle changes . In a recent University of Illinois study , nearly half of people with symptoms of mental illness reported that their doctor doesn’t provide them with wellness advice . That’s a regrettable oversight because lifestyle changes — things as simple as diet and exercise — can have a significant impact on quality of life, for any of us, but especially for those dealing with issues like depression , anxiety , bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. They can also help minimize the development…

The younger generation is drinking less and less alcohol. Alcohol has always been strongly integrated into society and linked to practically all social events and traditions in one way or another. But more and more people are deciding to stop drinking alcohol. The main reasons for quitting alcohol are usually. They don’t like alcohol or enjoy it. They prefer to take care of their health and avoid alcohol. They have developed some dependency problems. I don’t like alcohol Am I weird? No, you don’t have any problems if you don’t like drinking alcohol. On the contrary, it’s an advantage. You’ll save…

When Priya Parker, author of The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters , asked me to do just that, my mind pictured an overflowing bottle of Champagne and clinking glasses. “Alcohol has become a symbol of the holidays, ” Parker said. From wine at the office party to the requisite bubbly on New Year’s Eve, drinking seems indisputably linked to holiday cheer. That’s why saying “no” when it comes to drinking alcohol can provoke uncomfortable reactions, said Millie Gooch, founder of Sober Girl Society, a community in Britain that organizes alcohol-free events. When I turn down a drink, for example,…

I don’t like the way I feel when I drink alcohol anymore,” says Ellen Albertson, 60, a psychologist and registered dietitian in North Hero, Vermont. She is currently in remission from breast cancer and is kicking vices that could put her health at risk. She also wants to do more to practice what she preaches as a health and wellness professional. While drinking used to be fun, Albertson has found that the side effects no longer justify her drinking as much. “It doesn’t do anything for me now except feel lazy and tired,” she says. So Albertson limits her alcoholic…

Shelly Smee recalls some vacations with friends in Mexico and Italy that didn’t go as planned. I’ve been on trips where people drink wine and before they know it, their hangovers are keeping them from going on excursions the next day,” says the Vancouver, Canada, real estate agent.  Smee, who says he drinks occasionally, took his first small-group sightseeing tour in 2024 as part of an alcohol-free trip to Iceland organized by the company Hooked — Alcohol-Free Travel Adventure. The company has organized trips to Italy,  Mexico  , and Nashville, Tennessee. Its 2024 offerings include a visit to Canada, a cruise from Panama, and a…

Peer pressure is a part of our children’s lives. Whether it’s a peer challenging them to swing higher at the park, a group of teens encouraging them to drink, or a friend trying to persuade them to buy a certain item of clothing, they are regularly influenced by those around them in both positive and negative ways as they grow up. While this phenomenon is particularly pronounced in the preteen and teenage years, research shows that peer pressure is one of the main reasons why children engage in risky and unhealthy behaviors. In a world now dominated by electronic devices, mobile applications, and…

Planning a party and want to offer original and alcohol-free drink options? Discover our selection of 10 must-try mocktails that will delight all your guests. Perfect for parties, these cocktails offer delicious alternatives for those who do not consume alcohol or are looking to reduce their consumption. Why choose non-alcoholic cocktails? Today, more and more people are looking for healthy alternatives to alcoholic beverages. Non-alcoholic cocktails, or “mocktails”, offer the pleasure of mixed drinks without the effects of alcohol. They are perfect for designated drivers, pregnant women, young people, or anyone who wants to enjoy an evening without consuming alcohol.…

Alcoholism is one of the most common addictions, as its consumption is not illegal. Many celebrities confess to having been addicted to this drink. The world of celebrities is probably one of the universes in which, due to quick fame, money, or bad company, alcohol becomes one of the characters’ Celebrities are not exempt from this and many have serious problems with this issue. Falling into alcohol is more common in the world of celebrities than many can imagine. Some have been hooked on alcohol for a long time, and the fact is that the consumption of alcoholic beverages puts celebrities in complicated and annoying…