No-one said it would be easy …
23/10/11 • 1 Comment

My HSM progress … week one. 1. Read more – become more informed about the world around me … tick. 2. Get fit – FAIL! Didn’t even think abut putting on my runners this week. Not entirely sure how I’m going to tackle this one, as exercise is NOT my favourite past time! 3. Not drink from 3 months … week one – doing ok. After an exceptionally challenging week at work, it came to Friday, and I have to say, I felt in need of a drink, just to relax. It wasn’t until then that I realised how much I have depended on alcohol as a ‘de-stressor’ and something to calm the nerves. This is something which I know I am going to struggle with. It is, however, only during those really stressful times at work when I just feel the need for that instant ‘relaxing’ effect which I [...]

Here we go …
17/10/11 • 2 Comments

For me, a HSM experience is so much more than just about alcohol per se. It’s my opportunity to take control of the areas of my life which I am unsatisfied with. I am only able to live this life once, so why not make the most of it! Meet as many new people and experience as many new things as possible! In relation to alcohol, most of the time, I would say I am not really a big drinker. I have never really been one to go out every weekend and have a big one. However, when I do go out, I find I rely on that small ‘blanket’ of alcohol to feel the confidence in myself to step out and meet new people. I find that initial conversation and getting to know people very difficult. I know I am quite a shy person, but I also know that [...]