Choosing Your Path From Dry January, Try January, and Mindful Wine Habits

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Struggling with the pressure of Dry January or feeling stuck between social trends and your love of wine? This episode relaunch of Everyday Sommelier with Kristi Mayfield empowers you to rethink restrictive trends like Dry January and Sober October. Dive deep into practical, approachable strategies for creating mindful wine habits—without sacrificing the joy and connection wine brings.

Explore the rise of counter-movements such as Try January and Come Over October, designed for wine lovers who want to explore, not abstain. Kristi Mayfield shares actionable tips for moderating alcohol intake, discovering lower-alcohol options, and creating rituals that make each glass more meaningful. Navigate social pressures, FOMO, and find your path to balanced enjoyment—whether you're aiming for moderation, seeking new wine experiences, or looking to host meaningful gatherings.

If you're a wine enthusiast looking for confidence and control, not just another challenge, this episode offers a judgment-free playbook for learning, connection, and celebration on your terms.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: 

• How to build mindful wine habits that fit your lifestyle—without feeling left out during Dry January
• Practical alternatives to 100% abstinence, like Try January, lower-alcohol wines, and wine-based rituals
• Strategies for balancing social pressure with personal wellness and confidence
• Empowering approaches to enjoy wine as a social power skill—not just a beverage

Top Timestamps & Titles

00:03:41 – The Social Pressure & FOMO Trap: Why Dry January Isn’t Always the Solution
00:07:32 – Beyond All or Nothing: The Biggest Misconception About Mindful Drinking
00:09:57 – Exploring Try January: A Pathway to Wine Exploration, Not Elimination
00:12:45 – The Power of Connection: How Come Over October Changes the Game
00:13:43 – Practical Tips for Creating Your Own Mindful Wine Rituals
00:16:19 – Your Personal Blueprint: Celebrate Wins & Share Your Journey

Everyday Sommelier Podcast is turning ONE! Thanks to you, our loyal listeners, we've had a fantastic first year! We're relaunching a few of your favorite episodes in celebration!

We're also announcing the launch of Sip Society Collective where high-impact women can 10X their Social Power Skills through wine. https://sipsocietycollective.com.

Cheers to many more years! Kristi

It's been such a pleasure sharing wine with you this past year! We also want to let you know our INSTAGRAM handle has changed to @kristi_sipsocietycollective - if you are already following, you're good to go. If you haven't followed us yet, now is the time!

Cheers to one year, our launch of Sip Society Collective (https://sipsocietycollective.com) and to learning wine your way! Kristi

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