Episode 33: I accidentally quit drinking alcohol in 2020 at age 47, after 26 years of a binge-drinking and a daily drinking habit. I never planned on going alcohol-free, I just wanted to cut back. But I accidentally lost all desire for alcohol. I've been alcohol-free since November 1, 2020. Want to watch the episode on youtube? You can watch this episode here on YouTube. Please understand that my body was never physically addicted to alcohol. However, my mind was. I used alcohol to cope with the ups and downs of my life. When life was going good--great! It was time to celebrate with alcohol. When life was going not so great, it was time to self-medicate with alcohol to cope with things. This is part 1 of my story--How and WHY I started drinking alcohol. In order to understand HOW i quit, it's important to understand HOW and WHY I started drinking alcohol in the first place. I'm sharing intimate details from my childhood, teens, twenties, thirties and fourties -- and how my drinking habit progressed over the years. I apologize in advance if some of the details are upsetting -- like me driving under the influence and never getting caught. I made a lot of mistakes...but these mistakes also led me to where I am today. I'm now at peace with everything. Give this episode a listen. Part 2 will be out soon. Hugs, 💜 Lise (sounds like 'lease') Mindfulness Teacher dedicated to helping humans FEEL darn good, LIVE their purpose and ENJOY their lives to the fullest. ********************************* 🌟 Want to watch the podcast on youtube? https://www.youtube.com/@liselively 🌟 Please support the podcast. 🫶 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/liselively 🌟 Please share the podcast with a friend or leave a 5-star rating or review if you're enjoying the podcast. Thank you so much! 🌟 I participate in the amazon affiliate program and may receive a small commission at no cost to you if you purchase through my affiliate links. Thank you so much! This helps to support the podcast.