Denice Hedstrom is a Transformational Healer, Mindset Coach and Mentor. Trained and experienced in healing methods such as Subconscious reprogramming and emotional processing, Shamanism, Breathwork and Ayurvedic feminine form healing.
Congratulations! Completing Dry January is no small feat. Whether you decided to pause drinking for health, curiosity, or personal reasons, you have proven to yourself that change is possible. But now that January has ended, you might wonder, What is next?
Reflect on your experience
Take time to evaluate what this month taught you. Consider journaling your responses to these questions:
How did I feel physically and emotionally during Dry January?
What benefits did I notice, such as better sleep, improved mood, or more energy?
Were there any challenges or triggers I encountered?
This reflection can provide valuable insight into your relationship with alcohol.
Celebrate your accomplishment
You set a goal and achieved it. That is worth celebrating! Treat yourself to something meaningful, like a self-care day, a new book, or an experience you have been wanting to try. Recognizing your effort reinforces positive change.
Decide your next steps
Ask yourself, What role do I want alcohol to play in my life moving forward? Consider these options:
Explore sobriety further. If you are curious about long-term sobriety, look into resources like Alcoholics Anonymous, online communities, or groups focused on reducing alcohol consumption.
Practice mindful drinking. If you choose to reintroduce alcohol, consider setting personal guidelines, such as drinking only on special occasions or limiting intake.
Maintain a sober lifestyle. If Dry January made a significant impact, you may decide to continue your alcohol-free journey.
Assess your social environment
Dry January may have revealed how alcohol fits into your social life. Think about:
Are there people or situations that pressure you to drink?
How can you set boundaries to protect your choices?
Building a supportive environment is key to sustaining positive changes.
Adopt healthy habits
Use the momentum from Dry January to introduce other wellness practices into your life:
Exercise regularly to boost mood and energy.
Practice mindfulness or meditation to manage stress.
Focus on nourishing your body with balanced meals and hydration.
Seek support if needed
If Dry January highlighted deeper concerns about your relationship with alcohol, know that help is available. Speaking with a therapist or counselor, or joining a support group, can provide clarity and guidance.
Stay curious and open
Remember, this journey is about self-discovery. Be patient with yourself as you navigate the role alcohol plays in your life. Whether you continue with sobriety, embrace mindful moderation, or simply stay aware, each step forward is a step toward a healthier and more intentional you.
Dry January is more than a month-long challenge. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reset. By carrying the lessons you have learned into the rest of the year, you can continue to grow, thrive, and make choices that align with your values and well-being.
Whatever path you choose, you have already taken an important step, and that is something to be proud of.
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Denice Hedstrom, Healer, Mindset Coach and Mentor
Denice Hedstrom is a Transformational Healer, Mindset Coach and Mentor who specializes in helping women unlock confidence, self-worth and soul purpose.
Her passion for helping others stems from her own journey of healing childhood traumas, anxiety and addiction recovery. At the age of 17, she had her first spiritual awakening and decided to make her dreams of a better life come true.
She found a way to transform past trauma and pain by realizing her life’s purpose while utilizing spiritual healing practices and the art of manifestation.
Denice is now on a Mission to help awaken thousands of women worldwide to their unlimited potential, reclaim full control of their lives and live in total freedom and purpose!
