How Alcohol Limits Us... with Nikki Swart

My guest today is Tribe Member Nikki Swart who has been thriving in her alcohol free life for 5 years

In this episode:-

• Nikki started her drinking career as a teenager, mainly to fit in with her peer group.
• Her university years were relatively tame, with occasional bouts of binge drinking.
• However as a working mom she found her drinking patterns shifting from socialising towards more of a coping mechanism.
• During this period Nikki was diagnosed with bipolar 2
• Despite the drinking Nikki built a successful career and managed her blended family. To an outsider she “had it all” but her relationship with alcohol was on her mind.
• She began to take online tests for alcoholism and then decided to do a 90-day challenge, which started her journey to sobriety.
• Nikki completed the 90-day challenge, which led to a positive change in her life.
• She became involved in sobriety communities and used their resources.
• She noted improvements in her mental health and stability after quitting alcohol - learning to manage emotions and express herself better.
• Nikki also experienced improved physical fitness and health. She adopted healthier eating habits and regular exercise routines.
• Sobriety has had such a positive impact on her family life, and she loves the fact that she’s providing a better role model for her children.
• Nikki had some advice for anybody thinking of ditching the booze….
• Educate yourself – read the books and listen to the podcasts – the more you learn about the damage alcohol does to our bodies and our brains the less you’ll want to drink it!
• Nikki explains the value of her own Why list during the interview so she recommends writing a list of WHY you want to quit drinking – this will keep you on track when you’re finding it hard
• Finally get some community support by connecting with others on the same path – others who will support and encourage you and hold you accountable – just go to ts.com and check out our international community

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