G’day cobbas. 

It’s taken me a hot minute to accept the reality that my alcoholism has been stunting my recovery in a multitude of ways. I have been in denial that my excess consumption of alcohol is a maladaptive coping mechanism of mine for years now. This mentality has always been grounded on the contentment that drunkenness affords myself, and my discontent with sobriety. I’ve been given one last chance by my treating team to get a grip on my drinking behaviours, or I will require rehabilitation. 

So, cheers to Ab’s Alcohol Abstinence for the month of April.

I have always been extremely transparent with regard to my experiences with Mental Health, so it won’t come as a surprise that I have chosen to milk my month of sobriety to fundraise for the Butterfly Foundation. My disorder collection is comprised of almost every letter in the alphabet. While the Butterfly Foundation is not congruent with my sobriety endeavours, it is the national charity for all Australians impacted by eating disorders and body image issues; in addition to the families, friends and communities that support them. 

I have my hopes set high that my month of sobriety will prompt a chain reaction that allows me to focus more heavily on my eating disorder recovery. I am determined to regain control over my life through a bucket load of that infamous self care. 

Cheers in advance for your support.