#Holly Whitaker

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This is one of the reasons I hate it when people tell women to have a drink when they just want to talk or even just vent

https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/01/19/quit-lit-women-drinking-addiction/

In “Quit Like a Woman,” author Holly Whitaker says, “At some point, it made sense to carry airline shots in my purse — just in case. Sometimes (especially when working on a deadline) I holed up in my apartment for days on end, drinking from morning until I passed out.”

Catherine Gray wrote in “The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober” that “Life was too sharp, too painful, too real and too loud when I was sober. Drinking softened the edges and blurred the clarity.”

A third writer, Annie Grace, said in “This Naked Mind” that “Giving up drinking felt like an incredible sacrifice, like the loss of a close friend.”

Welcome to the world of Quit Lit — a new genre of story telling aimed at helping women to drink less alcohol. I learned about these books from my patients — the ones who were starting to become concerned about the amount they drank — even before the pandemic. They are numerous enough to acquire the quippy category label Quit Lit, and have resonated with women who are recognizing that alcohol is not their friend.

The numbers on drinking tell an alarming story. From 2000 to 2016, an increasing number of women were drinking moderately and binge drinking, while rates among men remained flat. What’s more, from 2006 to 2014, there was a 70 percent increase in yearly alcohol-related emergency department visits for women, compared with an increase of 58 percent for men.

In 2020, college women were somewhat more likely than their male peers to report being drunk in the past month, according to Monitoring the Future, a survey conducted by the University of Michigan.

“Over the past 50 years, the gap between men and women’s alcohol use has been narrowing on every metric,” said George Koob, director of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA).

Recent data is more promising — in 2019, 6 percent of women were classified as heavy drinkers, similar to 5.8 percent in 2021, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Quit Lit gave my patients and me an easy way to talk about dependence and addiction. Several of these memoir-cum-motivational guides are bestsellers, including “This Naked Mind,” “The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober” and “Quit Like a Woman.” These confessionals about alcohol dependence share a common theme: explaining in vivid detail the author’s battle with the bottle, and the ways in which society has duped us into thinking that alcohol is a cool way to deal with life’s ups and downs, rather than a toxic substance with addictive properties, which increases anxiety and depressive symptoms over time.

The Quit Lit warnings are important. A hard-hitting article in the Lancetstated: “Our results show that the safest level of drinking is none.” Alcohol may not be beneficial for anyone, but it’s especially toxic for women. Women have less body water than men or similar weight, and so reach higher blood alcohol levels after drinking similar amounts. Koob says that over time, “it takes less alcohol for women to suffer from alcohol induced liver inflammation, cardiovascular disease, memory blackouts, hangovers, and certain cancers, than men.” And when it comes to breast cancer, there is no safe amount of consumption. “Epidemiologic studies have consistently found an increased risk of breast cancer with increasing alcohol intake,” according to the National Cancer Institute’s website.

Studies indicate that women tend to drink to reduce anxiety, depression and other mood states, while men tend to drink to increase positive feelings, said Sherry McKee, a professor of psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, who has been studying gender differences in addiction for 25 years. “The pandemic clearly showed us the relationship between stress and drinking,” she said. “Women were experiencing greater distress, and that corresponded to increased drinking.”

Giving up drinking, especially when it is an addiction, is tough. The problem with many options for sobriety are that they are not enticing, Whitaker said. When she realized a decade ago that she needed to stop drinking, the only options she knew of were Alcoholics Anonymous and rehab — and neither appealed to her. She couldn’t afford to take time off work for rehab and the message of AA was not for her. Sobriety has to feel like a win, Whitaker said. “My sobriety came from wanting to be sober more than wanting the drug,” she said.

I listened to the audio version of “This Naked Mind” in December. In chapter after chapter, Grace dispels myths about alcohol — that you need it to be more confident, social, and fun; that it tastes great; that it helps us fit in — so we are no longer driven to drink by faulty assumptions. The book helped me to abstain during a few holiday gatherings. I found them to be just as fun without the buzz of a bourbon Manhattan. Plus, no headaches the next day or fuzzy recall of dinner discussions.

In early January, I read Allen Carr’s “Quit Drinking Without Willpower” in two quick sittings and resolved to have a Dry January. This would not qualify as Quit Lit because it is not a confessional but it’s the book Whitaker used to get sober. The message is simple: Once you understand your unhealthy relationship with alcohol, you’ll want to stop. It won’t require willpower because your mind will be made up.

After spending some time with Quit Lit, I understood the appeal. There’s probably a reason that only 7.7 percent of people with serious drinking problems seek help — it can be humiliating to label yourself as an alcoholic. When a witty, wise woman is telling you about her journey, it seems like one you want to be on.

If you’re concerned about the amount you drink, there are plenty of resources. Consult your doctor before making any drastic changes. If you’ve been drinking heavily for years, you may need to detox slowly and under supervision.

Educate yourself. The NIAAA’s Rethinking Drinking offers a wealth of information including how to tell when your drinking is problematic, how to taper off and whether to cut back or quit. It explains what alcohol use disorder is and when you should be concerned.

Learn about treatment options. There are now many paths to sobriety, including medication, therapy, outpatient programs, residential treatment and support groups. Your doctor can help you determine the best course.

Read Quit Lit. It is an easy way to gain a new perspective on what’s going on in your mind and body when you drink and to feel less alone on your journey.

Join a community. One of the benefits of Alcoholics Anonymous is that you become part of a tribe of people with similar struggles. If its message does not resonate, consider Women for Sobriety, or Smart Recovery.

Say out loud that you want to change your relationship with alcohol. Even mild drinkers tend to lie to themselves about their dependency. Tell yourself, then a trusted friend, then your doctor.

If you’ve had success quitting or cutting back, share your strategies in the comments section.

Lesley Alderman is a psychotherapist based in Brooklyn.

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"According to Flinders, all religious and spiritual traditions and specifically meditative practices—because they were built by men and for men—promote the following: self-silencing; self-naughting (destruction of the ego); resisting desire; and enclosure (turning inward, sealing off from the world). As a feminist, naming these four requirements of transcendence troubled her. 'I realized that however ancient and universal these disciplines may be, they are not gender neutral at all. Formulated for the most part within monastic contexts, they cancel the basic freedoms—to say what one wants, go where one likes, enjoy whatever pleasures one can afford, and most of all, to be somebody—that have normally defined male privilege.'

What she is saying is that the underlying precepts of a spiritual path—in every lineage from which there is a path—seek to define a degree of spiritual freedom through reversal of status. And who has had that status in societies all over the world for the last few thousand years? Men. 'Women, on the other hand,' she wrote, 'have not been in a position to renounce these privileges voluntarily because they have never had them in the first place.' In fact, 'they are terms of our subordination.'

[...]

The opposite of these precepts, as argued by Flinders, is to (1) 'find your voice; tell your story, make yourself heard'; (2) 'know who you are. Establish your authentic identity or selfhood. Identify your needs and learn how to meet them'; (3) 'reclaim your body, and its desires, from all who would objectify and demean it, whether it's the fashion industry, pornographers, or even the medical establishment. Recognize the hatred of the female body that pervades contemporary culture, and oppose it'; and (4) 'move about freely and fearlessly. Take back the streets. Take back the night and the day.'"

—Holly Whitaker, from Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol

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Top 11 Points -What Is The Book Quit Like A Woman About?

Top 11 Points -What Is The Book Quit Like A Woman About?

Quit Like a Woman is a memoir by Holly Whitaker, a woman who struggled with addiction and alcoholism before ultimately finding sobriety and a new way of life.

The book details Whitaker's journey through addiction and recovery, including her experiences with traditional rehab programs and the challenges she faced in trying to quit drinking.

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What Are The Book Club Questions For Quit Like A Woman?

What are the main themes of the book, and how do they relate to the author's personal experiences?

How does the author's approach to quitting smoking differ from traditional methods, and why does she believe it is more effective?

How does the author use her own experiences to illustrate the impact of societal expectations on women's lives?

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Top 12 Points - What Is The Great Obsession Of Every Alcoholic?

Obtaining and consuming alcohol.

Denying or minimizing the severity of their alcohol use.

Lying or hiding their alcohol consumption from others.

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↳ YOU ARE A SCAVENGER; a lone wanderer of the galaxies barely scraping by on your derelict secondhand ship. You hunt down abandoned ships and settlements, stripping them of what useful parts you can find and selling those to whoever will pay your prices. It's a dangerous, solitary life, but you don't have much choice in the matter. You have too much of a past to trust a crew or to settle down planetside.

But everything will change when you discover the salvage of a lifetime. Among the ruins of a planet older than you thought possible, you discover an ancient prison, containing something that you thought existed only in myth.

You don't remember what happens next; but when you wake, you're a prisoner on a Consortium ship — and you are no longer alone in your own mind.

↳ YOU ARE NOW A VESSEL; the last vessel of the lost god.

Or is is the lost vessel of the last god? Either way, life as you know it is over. The Consortium — the conglomeration of various companies and governments that rule known space — want your head. The rebels want your power. But what do you want?

Escaped the Consortium with the aid of a fellow prisoner and a disgraced officer. Find a new ship, gather a crew of your own, and forge your place in a universe in which you are now something other than human.

And don't forget.

Gods may rise, but they also fall.

↳ Play as The Last Vessel of the Lost God, a human who's mind and body has been invaded by a symbiotic (or parasitic?) deity.

↳ Customize your character — choose your gender (female, male, non-binary), pronouns (he/him, she/her, they/them), appearance (height, weight, skin color, hair color, scars, tattoos, & piercings), cybernetic enhancements, and backstory.

↳ Six potential romance options and three optional encounters.

HOLLIS GALLOWAY ↳ the grifter (they/them)

DAISUKE SAITŌ ↳ the traitor (he/him)

AMANI HAMMOUD ↳ the captain (she/her)

SEBASTIAN JĖZ ↳ the mechanic (he/him)

MARÍSOL ESPINOZA ↳ the psychiatrist (she/her)

SALEM SMITH ↳ the adherent (they/them)

& ENCOUNTERS; ↳ Felix Whitaker; the commodore (he/him) ↳ Renata Zhukova; the rebel (she/her) ↳ Esmé Delacroix; the data broker (they/them)

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WAXAHATCHEE Photos: Holly Whitaker

“It’s really important that you let the dust settle. I think sometimes you can be too raw in the moment, I find that when I look back on some songs. A lot of things I talk about on this record are sad or dark but there’s almost an air of forgiveness or acknowledging things that have happened. I’m moving on. It’s just me being present with where I’m at in my life and I hope that I’m doing that even when I’m 80 years old.

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100 random songs i quite like

time lapse lifeline - maria taylor

rewind - goldspot

two weeks - grizzly bear

don't call me whitney bobby - islands

fountain - sara lov

you on my arm - leith ross

simple song - the shins

it's only time - the magnetic fields

insomniac - memo boy

forest whitaker - bad books

when the devil's loose - aa bondy

are you ok - wasuremono

hey beautiful - the solids

heaven - the walkmen

what's in the middle - the bird and the bee

if the hudson overflows - goldspot

soft shock - yeah yeah yeahs

anchor - mindy gledhill

there she goes - the la's

sunday - the cranberries

limang dipang tao - barbie's cradle

dancing in the moonlight - toploader

landslide - liam titcomb

ho hey - the lumineers

in the bosom - sweet after tears

from the ground up - sleeping at last

moral panic - y la bamba

break the rules - ruen brothers

it never stops - bad books

rebirth - vancouver sleep clinic

the gilded hand - radical face

the longest time - billy joel

call off the hunt - lowpines

lost here - fauntella crow

half light - fossil collective

tongues and teeth - the crane wives

monument - fossil collective

promised land - the milk carton kids

the fold - ivan and alyosha

freight train - sara jackson holman

broken brights - angus stone

when the morning comes - jon allen

just like heaven - the cure

harness your hopes - pavement

1983 - neon trees

close your eyes - split screens

trouble - cage the elephant

paul - big thief

overjoyed - matchbox twenty

melancholy astronautic man - allie moss

heaven knows (this angel has flown) - orange and lemons

from eden - hozier

figure me out - the cocanuts

i wake up - the glorious

july bones - richard walters

what am i - lola marsh

put it together - langhorne slim

into the mystic - van morrison

time - angelo de augustine

therese - maya hawke

pyotr - bad books

petite mort - bad books

no sides - bad books

no reward - bad books

friendly advice - bad books

ambivalent peaks - bad books

42 - bad books

lost creek - bad books

the after party - bad books

buddy holly - weezer

boys don't cry - the cure

tears over beers - modern baseball

evergreen - richy mitch & the coal miners

it's okay to think about ending - earlimart

out of the blue - john lennon

almost home - moby

baba o riley - pete townshend

street lights - the cocanuts

the afer you - miakoda

cool about it - boygenius

germany and rome - the ridleys

everybody wants to love you - japanese breakfast

handclap - fitz and the tantrums

two wuv - tally hall

my heart is buried in venice - ricky montgomery

snow - ricky montgomery

cabo - ricky montgomery

explode! - mother mother

sweet talk - saint motel

still feel - half alive

loretta - ginger roots

do it all the time - idkhbtfm

odoriko - vaundy

unti-unti - up dharma down

flowers - the red pears

after hours - the velvet underground

tim i wish you were born a girl - of montreal

this december - ricky montgomery

i'll be your mirror - the velvet underground

savage good boy - japanese breakfast

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Grian Chatten with Charlie Steen and Seán Coyle-Smith of Shame after a Fontaines DC show in 2020. Photographed by Holly Whitaker

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I am always very invested in the new Phantom ensemble and who is going to play which ensemble part, and who they’ll be covering. As they never announce it beforehand.

Below I have a list of all the roles that are confirmed by the actors themselves or based on which part they play at the moment.

Hairdresser: Michael Colbourne (1st cover Raoul/2nd cover Phantom)

Wardrobe Mistress: Melanie Gowie (2nd cover Madame Giry)

Don Attillio: Hywel Dowsell (2nd cover Piangi/Andre)

Wild Woman: Frederica Basile (2nd cover Carlotta)

Auctioneer: James Gant (1st cover Phantom)

Madame Firmin: Victoria Ward (1st cover Madame Giry)

Monsieur Reyer: Samuel Haughton (1st cover Andre)

Monsieur Lefevre: Tim Morgan (1st cover Firmin)

Buquet: Leonard Cook (2nd cover Firmin)

Princess: Eve Shanu-Wilson (1st cover Christine)

Confidante: Zoë Soleil Vallée

Page: Colleen Rose Curran (2nd cover Christine)

Marksman: Ralph Watts (2nd cover Raoul)

Porter: Simon Whitaker (1st cover Piangi)

ballet: Serina Faull (2nd cover Meg Giry)

ballet: Florence Fowler

ballet: Eilish Harmon-Beglan

ballet: Yukina Hasebe

ballet: Grace Hume (1st cover Meg Giry)

ballet: Jasmine Wallis

ballet swing: Corina Clark

dancer: Thomas Holdsworth

dancer: Jacob Hughes

swing: Hollie Aires

swing: Lily De-La-Haye (1st cover Carlotta)

swing: Connor Ewing (3rd cover Phantom)

swing: Tim Southgate

swing: Andrew York

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Quit Like a Woman: A Comprehensive Summary and Insights

Chapter 1 What's Quit Like a Woman by Holly Whitaker

"Quit Like a Woman" by Holly Whitaker is a groundbreaking book that explores the complexities of alcohol consumption and recovery from a feminist perspective. Whitaker combines her personal experiences with a critique of traditional recovery models, which often fail to address the unique challenges faced by women. She advocates for a holistic approach that prioritizes self-acceptance and empowerment. The book dives into the social and cultural pressures surrounding drinking, highlighting how societal norms can lead women to unhealthy relationships with alcohol. Whitaker offers practical advice, tools, and insights for those looking to reassess their drinking habits and embrace a more mindful and fulfilling lifestyle. Through her narrative, she encourages women to reclaim their narratives and make informed choices about their bodies and minds.

Chapter 2 Quit Like a Woman by Holly Whitaker Summary

"Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol" by Holly Whitaker is a memoir and self-help guide that addresses the pervasive issue of alcohol consumption, particularly among women. The book combines personal anecdotes, sociocultural commentary, and actionable advice aimed at helping individuals, especially women, who are seeking to change their relationship with alcohol.

 Key Themes and Concepts:

1. Cultural Critique: Whitaker critiques the normalization of alcohol in society and the way it is marketed, particularly to women. She discusses the contradictions of drinking culture that often glamorizes alcohol while ignoring the negative consequences.

2. Personal Journey: The author shares her own story of overcoming addiction and finding a path to sobriety. Her experiences provide a relatable foundation for readers who may be struggling with similar issues.

3. Empowerment: A central message of the book is empowerment through the decision to quit drinking. Whitaker emphasizes that choosing to abstain is a radical act of self-love and personal agency.

4. Community and Support: Whitaker highlights the importance of community and support networks in the journey to sobriety. She advocates for creating spaces where individuals can share their experiences and find encouragement.

5. Practical Strategies: The book offers practical strategies and tips for those looking to quit drinking or reduce their alcohol consumption. This includes mindfulness practices, reframing social interactions, and developing a personal plan for sobriety.

6. Reimagining Fun: Whitaker encourages readers to redefine what fun and social interactions look like without the influence of alcohol, promoting healthier lifestyle choices and alternative activities.

 Conclusion:

"Quit Like a Woman" serves as both a manifesto for sober living and a call to action for individuals, particularly women, to rethink their relationship with alcohol. Whitaker's approach is both personal and practical, aiming to inspire others to embrace sobriety as a pathway to a more fulfilling and authentic life. Through her narrative and insights, she champions the idea that quitting drinking can be a liberating and empowering choice.

Chapter 3 Quit Like a Woman Author

Holly Whitaker is the author of "Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol." The book was released on March 10, 2021. It focuses on the challenges women face when trying to quit drinking and offers a unique perspective on sobriety, combining personal narrative with cultural critique.

In addition to "Quit Like a Woman," Holly Whitaker is the founder of Tempest, a digital recovery program, and has been involved in various aspects of recovery and wellness. As of my last update in October 2023, she has not published another book that has gained the same recognition as "Quit Like a Woman."

Regarding the best edition of "Quit Like a Woman," many readers appreciate not just the original hardcover release but also the audiobook format, which features Whitaker's narration, adding a personal touch to her message. The content has resonated widely, particularly among women seeking alternatives to traditional narratives around alcohol and recovery.

For the most current updates on her works or any new publications, it would be best to check her official website or social media channels.

Chapter 4 Quit Like a Woman Meaning & Theme

Quit Like a Woman Meaning

"Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol" by Holly Whitaker explores the relationship between women and alcohol, highlighting how societal norms and expectations around drinking can affect women's lives in significant ways. The book combines personal narrative, cultural critique, and insights from addiction science to discuss the challenges women face regarding alcohol consumption.

Key themes in the book include:

1. Cultural Critique: Whitaker critiques the pervasive alcohol culture that promotes drinking as a necessary social activity, particularly for women. She discusses how advertising, social media, and societal norms reinforce the idea that drinking is an essential part of femininity and socialization.

2. Personal Experience: Throughout the book, Whitaker shares her own journey with alcohol and addiction, using her story to illustrate broader themes of struggle, empowerment, and recovery. Her experiences serve as a basis for encouraging women to reevaluate their drinking habits and the reasons behind them.

3. Empowerment and Freedom: One of the core messages of the book is the idea that choosing to quit drinking can be a radical act of self-empowerment. Whitaker advocates for women to reclaim their narratives and make choices that prioritize their health and well-being.

4. Community and Support: Whitaker emphasizes the importance of community and support systems for those seeking to change their relationship with alcohol. She discusses the value of finding spaces where women can share their experiences and find solidarity without the influence of alcohol.

5. Redefining Sobriety: The book encourages the redefinition of sobriety not merely as the absence of alcohol but as a holistic approach to living a fulfilling, healthy life. Whitaker promotes the idea that women can thrive without alcohol and that sobriety can open up new avenues for happiness and connection.

Overall, "Quit Like a Woman" serves as both a personal testament and a call to action for women to reconsider their drinking habits and the impact of alcohol culture on their lives. It seeks to empower women to make choices that align with their values and goals, rather than societal expectations.

Quit Like a Woman Theme

"Quit Like a Woman" by Holly Whitaker explores themes of addiction, recovery, and empowerment, particularly focusing on the unique experiences of women in relation to alcohol and societal norms. Here are some key themes in the book:

1. Gender and Alcohol: Whitaker examines how societal expectations and gender roles influence women's relationships with alcohol. She highlights the different pressures women face compared to men, including socialization, emotional coping, and stigma.

2. Empowerment and Agency: The book emphasizes the importance of reclaiming one's power and making conscious choices about drinking. Whitaker encourages women to take control of their lives and decisions, advocating for a more individualized approach to sobriety.

3. Community and Support: Whitaker discusses the role of community and connection in the recovery process. She shares the importance of finding a support system that understands and resonates with women's experiences.

4. Healing and Self-Discovery: The journey toward sobriety is portrayed as a path of healing and self-discovery. Whitaker encourages readers to explore their identities beyond alcohol and to engage in practices that foster personal growth and well-being.

5. Critique of Traditional Recovery Models: Whitaker critiques traditional recovery models that can be rigid and one-size-fits-all. She advocates for a more holistic and inclusive approach that considers the diverse experiences of women.

Overall, "Quit Like a Woman" is both a memoir and a guide, offering insights and strategies for women seeking to change their relationship with alcohol while encouraging a deeper understanding of the societal dynamics at play.

Chapter 5 Quotes of Quit Like a Woman

Quit Like a Woman quotes as follows:

Sure! Here are some poignant quotes from "Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol" by Holly Whitaker:

1. "Alcohol is not your friend. It has no love for you. It will never treat you well, and it will never show you the way."

2. "To quit drinking is not just about stopping an activity; it’s about stepping into a new identity."

3. "We need to reframe the way we think about alcohol use in our culture—especially for women."

4. "Sobriety is a radical act of self-love."

5. "The journey to sobriety is not a straight line. It's a beautiful, messy process of self-discovery."

6. "It is not just about quitting drinking; it’s about reclaiming your life and your joy."

7. "We must break the stigma surrounding sobriety and create a narrative that celebrates living alcohol-free."

8. "True liberation comes from understanding your relationship with alcohol and making choices that honor your true self."

9. "We are raised to believe that alcohol is a necessity for connection; it is not."

10. "Investing in yourself is the best choice you can make, and sobriety is a powerful step in that direction."

These quotes encapsulate the essence of Whitaker's message about the transformative power of sobriety, especially for women. If you need further analysis or discussion on any specific quote, feel free to ask!

Chapter 6 Similar Books Like Quit Like a Woman

Certainly! Here are five book recommendations that explore themes of addiction, recovery, and personal growth, similar to "Quit Like a Woman":

1. "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls

This memoir chronicles Walls’ unconventional and often chaotic childhood, navigating poverty, neglect, and dysfunction while finding her own path to recovery. Through her resilience and strength, Walls illustrates the profound impact of family dynamics and the journey to self-acceptance.

2. "Dry" by Augusten Burroughs

In this raw and humorous memoir, Burroughs shares his struggles with alcoholism and the challenges of sobriety. His candid storytelling offers a gripping look at addiction and the recovery process, mixed with dark humor and insightful reflections on life, love, and personal transformation.

3. "A Million Little Pieces" by James Frey

This controversial yet compelling memoir details Frey’s harrowing experience in rehab and his battles with addiction. Blending gritty honesty with lyrical prose, the book captures the raw agony of addiction and the difficult path toward recovery and healing.

4. "This Naked Mind: Control Alcohol, Find Freedom, Discover Happiness & Change Your Life" by Annie Grace

This guide challenges conventional perceptions of alcohol and its role in society. Grace’s approach combines personal anecdotes with research, aiming to empower readers to reevaluate their relationship with alcohol. It’s a transformative read for anyone looking to understand addiction and consider a different path forward.

5. "The Recovery Book: Answers to All Your Questions About Addiction and Recovery" by Al Mooney, M.D., Howard Eisenberg, and Arlene Eisenberg

This comprehensive resource provides practical advice and insights for those dealing with addiction, whether personally or through loved ones. It covers a wide range of topics related to recovery, from understanding the nature of addiction to navigating the challenges of sobriety, making it a valuable guide for anyone on the path to recovery.

These books not only resonate with themes of addiction and recovery but also offer powerful insights into personal growth and overcoming adversity.

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A 37min22

Nadia Daam, journaliste et autrice de deux ouvrages sur la maternité et le burn-out maternel : "d'aussi loin que je me souvienne j'ai toujours un peu trop bu" . Elle évoque comme elle a obtenu un travail grâce à l'alcool, inscrivant en elle pour longtemps l'idée que l'alcool lui permettait d'être plus fun et plus drôle dans un contexte professionnel basé sur l'entertainment et le lâchage (la télévision).

+ Concept du mummy wine dans les séries télé américaine et le fait qu'il n'y ait pas d'équivalent du côté des hommes, (genre si t'es une maman, c'est le fun de boire, t'es drôle et sympa, alors qu'un mec c'est moins le fun) , lien avec le marketing des lobbies de l'alcool qui fait tout donner envie aux femmes de boire. (lien avec Holly Whitaker)

L'image logo des femmes enceintes barré (interdiction de boire ) sur les bouteilles de vin: pourquoi pas l'image d'un ouvrier qui conduit une machine? pourquoi c'est que quand on évoque la grossesse que ça devient dangereux l'alcool?

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Massachusetts (STEELWINTER)

• DR. DRE'S CHARCOAL KNEE

• EVAN RACHEL WOOD'S LEES KNEE

• SOPHIA BUSH'S CHEWY KNEE

• DEMI MOORE'S OPULENT KNEE

• SEAN COMBS'S OAKY KNEE

• MICHAEL BUBLÉ'S LEGGY KNEE

• HOLLY MONTAG'S ROUND KNEE

• JADEN SMITH'S LEGGY KNEE

• ANNALYNNE MCCORD'S FRESH KNEE

• CAMILA ALVES'S JUICY KNEE

• JENNA USHKOWITZ'S HEAVY KNEE

• FOREST WHITAKER'S BRIGHT KNEE

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O. share new single “Micro”

Credit: Holly Whitaker Today, O. – the London-based duo of baritone saxophonist Joe Henwood and drummer Tash Keary – have shared a muscular new single titled “Micro”. The track is taken from their highly anticipated debut album “WeirdOs”, which was announced earlier this year and is due out 21st June via Speedy Wunderground. Honing their fearless sound through a residency at Brixton’s iconic…

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Becoming My Future Self - the Discovery in Recovery

Let's take the vision of "how we would LIKE to be" away from our Inner Critic, who only uses it to berate and discourage, and turn it into a Future Self that doesn't threaten or taunt us but rather guides, motivates, and inspires us. #soberinspiration #Be

“No matter how old you are, you can create an incredible life ahead of you by living from your future, imagination, possibility, and inspiration.”  –Brooke Castillo Future Self: Cracking the Transformation Code One of the first things Holly Whitaker did in Hip Sobriety School (now Tempest) was to take us on a guided meditation where we visualized our Future Self in exactly one year. The details…

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Books of 2021

Frozen in Time by Mitchell Zuckoff

The Perfect King by Ian Mortimer

Elizabeth: The Forgotten Years by John Guy

Bad Blood by John Carreyrou

Henry VIII by John Guy

My Heart Is My Own by John Guy

A History of Britain: Volume 1 by Simon Schama

Commonwealth by Ann Patchett

The End of Gender by Debra Soh

Charles I by Mark Kishlansky

The Van Apfel Girls Are Gone by Felicity McClean

The Lantern Men by Elly Griffiths

The Night Hawks by Elly Griffiths

Molly's Game by Molly Bloom

How Mumbo Jumbo Conquered the World by Francis Wheen

Fly on the Wall by E Lockhart

Trans by Helen Joyce

A History of Britain: Volume 2 by Simon Schama

The Status Game by Will Storr

Quirkology by Richard Wiseman

Frankenstein (play version) by Mary Shelley and Philip Pullman

Quit Like A woman by Holly Whitaker

At Home by Bill Byrson

Disunited Kingdom by Iain Macwhirter

The Coming of Neo Feudalism by Joel Kotkin