🎉 1 Year Sober : An Intentional Life

Unscripted and un edited, my take on a year without alcohol :)
I hope you all have a healthy relationship with alcohol, but that hasn't always been the case for myself. I talk about how I used alcohol to help cope with grief so please be aware if this is a triggering subject for you.
‪@minimalismandmore‬ content includes topics such as minimalism, extreme minimalism, decluttering, floor sleeping, capsule wardrobes, intentional living, voluntary simplicity, travelling light, home tours and family life.
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  • @mahadewiiii
    @mahadewiiiiКүн бұрын

    Congrats on one year sober! ❤ I’m also a non-drinker these days and there’s no looking back! 🥰

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Күн бұрын

    @mahadewiiii It's amazing isn't it?! 🩷 428 days for me now as I've still not had a drink 😊 Without a "reason" to have one, I haven't bothered! I never needed a reason before this challenge lol

  • @adinaweiss
    @adinaweissАй бұрын

  • @extrememinimalism
    @extrememinimalism2 ай бұрын

    Minimalism + soberity are basically the same thing, both about decluttering the excess and negativity x

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Exactly! I didn't have room for that in my life no more so made space for better things 🙂

  • @colleenhendley9602
    @colleenhendley96025 күн бұрын

    Great video! I was also having two drinks per night and have quit for a year now. You feel so much better every day! Congratulations 😃

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    5 күн бұрын

    Thank you and a massive congratulations to you too! 👏 424 days and counting for me as still not had 1 after my 1 year anniversary 😁

  • @tink268
    @tink268Ай бұрын

    Congratulations!!! This is amazing!!!

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you 😊 🩷

  • @jenniferlamberjack
    @jenniferlamberjack2 ай бұрын

    It’s so brave of you to share your experience to help others. And you’re right; minimalism definitely benefits other parts of our lives. May your channel grow to whatever you want it to be ♥️

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩷

  • @garethedwards2883
    @garethedwards28832 ай бұрын

    What a remarkable, strong young woman. An amazing video to put out there and I hope it helps other people

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you Gareth 🩷

  • @julianaowens5945
    @julianaowens5945Ай бұрын

    🎉❤ congratulations 👏🏾 proud of you and God bless you.

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩷

  • @Angela-1974
    @Angela-1974Ай бұрын

    Congrats on being sober 1 year 🎉 Sorry to hear about your sister 🤗❤️🙏 I go to gigs by myself, it's a bit awkward at first but once the band come on stage I just lose myself in the music 😁

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Ай бұрын

    Absolutely! I'd rather be a bit awkward than miss out on an amazing experience, I love live music 🎶 🩷

  • @michelleevans2445
    @michelleevans2445Ай бұрын

    Congratulations!

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩷

  • @bernadettewinchester3169
    @bernadettewinchester3169Ай бұрын

    Congrats! You did awesome, I’ve been cutting back and not having a couple every night. 👍

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you and well done to you also 👏 Its an easy habit to get into isn't it. Our health, sleep and finances will benefit from our choices 🤞🏻🩷

  • @thisminimallife
    @thisminimallife2 ай бұрын

    You’re so brave sharing your story and congratulations on being sober for one year ❤

  • @thisminimallife

    @thisminimallife

    2 ай бұрын

    Also holidays on my own are awesome - I don’t have many friends and I’ve found making friends at my age very difficult. Parenting can be lonely 😞

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩷 Friends are a tricky situation for parents for sure. Most parents don't have much time to socialise and when *we* do, it doesn't tie in with *their* schedules! That's why I try and enjoy life regardless, I will holiday on my own, go to gigs solo, the gym, anywhere really. It's like a muscle, the more you train it the easier it gets 💪😆 I've moved away from where I grew up so Most of my best friends I only see a couple of times a year

  • @Tipperary757
    @Tipperary757Ай бұрын

    Very helpful. I think it's helpful to also avoid heavy sugar + caffeine as substitutes.

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you. I rarely have caffeine, I drink decaf tea and only occasionally have fizzy drinks. I've drastically cut back on the sugar this year as that's a goal I want to work on 😊

  • @melaniegodwin8791
    @melaniegodwin87912 ай бұрын

    Congratulations on putting your health and well-being first. Your story makes me so proud of you, and I dont even know you😀

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Aww thank you 😊 🩷

  • @lindawarner7046
    @lindawarner70462 ай бұрын

    Love, love, love this video. You are such a brave girl to put this out. Thank you so much for sharing.❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! 🩷

  • @paulines7146
    @paulines71462 ай бұрын

    You are so strong and I’m sure your sister is very proud of you ❤️ Thank you for sharing your experience and being so vulnerable with us. I rarely drink because I don’t enjoy the taste of alcohol, but very often people try to make me drink because “otherwise it’s not fun” but nowadays I feel much more comfortable asking for non-alcoholic drinks or mocktails. The first times were awkward but now I guess people are used to the fact I prefer to drink sodas or juices. I also don’t have alcohol in my house because I used to buy bottles only for my guests. I find it easier to go to the restaurant so anyone can drink whatever they want, and if I host I ask people in advance what they want to drink, buy one bottle, and they take the bottle home with them when they leave. I also feel better knowing that my guests don’t drink too much when they visit me because the drive home is safer this way.

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your kind words 🩷 What a great way of hosting, that's a very considerate host, I bet they love taking the leftover alcohol home! It's very admirable that you don't drink even under pressure, there are some great mocktails out there now too which make it easier 🙂

  • @sarahnewbold6104
    @sarahnewbold6104Ай бұрын

    Congratulations on your journey so far 🥰 My addiction is sugar which I’ve just started on my journey to cut down excessive sugar in my diet we can do this 💪

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩷 I've also started my sugar cut back recently, that's why my skin is so awful in this video, all the spots were coming out from eating clean for a week or so. I've done it before and lost 50lbs but that was years ago now and I've slowly piled it all back on 😔 We can do this!! 💪👍🏻

  • @sarahegibbs36
    @sarahegibbs362 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your brave story! I have “cut back” on alcohol, but have not completely quit for longer than a month. You are an inspiration to try❤

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Please keep me updated how you get on if you try. I'd love to know 🩷

  • @RC_17
    @RC_172 ай бұрын

    Well done to you, great video😊so sorry to hear about your sister😰💔I’ve been sober over 3 years but I never really enjoyed alcohol before or drank much so I stopped completely. I would much rather a cup of tea☕️❤️

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩷 I was the opposite, I really enjoyed it but I'd also much rather a cup of tea nowadays! 3 years is awesome, well done you

  • @skincarefan7742
    @skincarefan77422 ай бұрын

    Congratulations on a great achievement and you should feel very proud of yourself. You’re very brave telling your story. ❤

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩷

  • @ashleighedwards9710
    @ashleighedwards97102 ай бұрын

    Such a achievement well done 🥳 Mum would be so proud of you sending you such a big hug 🥰 xx

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks Ash, can't believe it's been nearly 20 months already 🩷 Big hugs to you too xx

  • @julieknull2241
    @julieknull22412 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. So sorry for your loss of your sister.

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩷

  • @audreyd6725
    @audreyd6725Ай бұрын

    I am so so sorry ❤️ My minimalism journey also was sparked by losing a close loved one. It really inspired me to think of things beyond this life and hoarding up treasures in heaven instead of here on earth, where everything will eventually pass away. I am so happy to hear your journey of sobriety ❤️ hugs

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    Ай бұрын

    I'm so sorry for your loss also 🩷🫂 It certainly does make you treasure what is important in this life doesn't it...and it certainly isn't stuff! I was a minimalist before this point but it made me treasure experiences more, so I make a conscious effort to get outside in nature more, try new things and go outside of my comfort zone (like this channel!) and to try and see more of this beautiful world 🩷

  • @jomoore2510
    @jomoore25102 ай бұрын

    This is a celebration! 🎉 And inspiring!

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Celebrated with a nice cup of tea and a trip to the park with my Daughter 😆🩷

  • @jomoore2510

    @jomoore2510

    2 ай бұрын

    @@minimalismandmore love it! And of course you shared your celebration with all of us!! I think I’ll have a cup of tea too☺️

  • @PaulaPlatt-iq7nz
    @PaulaPlatt-iq7nz2 ай бұрын

    Well done Kerrie. So proud of you. Your one of the strongest people I know. Love watching your videos 🥰❤ xxxx

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you Paula, that means a lot 🩷 Come and visit me soon!! Xx

  • @sharonpeasland2898
    @sharonpeasland28982 ай бұрын

    Such a lovely open and honest video❤ Very inspiring! I barely drink now as my body just can’t cope with it, even small amounts. I am contemplating giving it up totally, I mainly have it to calm my nerves on nights out and occasions as I can feel quite anxious and self conscious, but I think I am going to try more without x

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you Sharon. It was mainly those moments I missed it the most too but I got through them and even enjoyed them, it took some getting used to though! 🙂

  • @sharonpeasland2898

    @sharonpeasland2898

    2 ай бұрын

    Can I also ask where you got your black t shirt from please? I’m on the hunt for a couple and I am wondering what ones are best x

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    This is my long black maxi dress I'm wearing in the video which is in my wardrobe tour 🙂

  • @beij7639
    @beij76392 ай бұрын

    I’m completely feeling the same when I’m in the pub with friends, I don’t h hold a glass in my hand I feel really embarrassed. But i never enjoyed drinking so I don’t really care about what people think. I just have a glass of coke 🤭. I wonder if you would have time to make a video about your minimalist journey? What makes you to become a minimalist? Iv seen so many videos about this but never really see anyone can be as minimalist as you are. I’m in this journey since 5 years ago but it’s really hard when you live with people who are not.

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Absolutely I will 🩷 It is easier for me as it's just myself and my Daughter, I think I would really struggle living with a partner now as I've been single for 8 years now and am set in my minimalist ways!

  • @milda0820
    @milda08202 ай бұрын

    💖💖💖

  • @Jenjursnap
    @Jenjursnap2 ай бұрын

    Proud of you 🤍

  • @minimalismandmore

    @minimalismandmore

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much 🩷

  • @karengoodchild7510
    @karengoodchild75102 ай бұрын

    X

  • @sorileathegreat
    @sorileathegreat12 күн бұрын