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Life after lockdown

How do we prepare to go back to our old routines, and are there any lessons we can carry into the rest of our lives? It can be hard to imagine going back to ‘normal’ after all that has happened, and continues to happen across the globe. However, inevitably, life will...

“My goals were too big for hangovers” – Angie Garner

"I LOVE getting an accountability email every morning. It makes such a big difference." Alcohol was disrupting my energy and confidence. It was consuming my thoughts. And spiritually, it was blurring my vision. I averaged 3-5 bottles of wine per week and tried MANY...

Why did I stop drinking? The Gay Sober

Why did I make the decision to stop drinking alcohol altogether? Bottom line. I was drinking too much. Was I hiding bottles of vodka in the dishwasher like Phil Mitchell did in the 90’s? No. Was I about to lose my house or be sacked from my job? No. Did I hit the...

“OYNB has given me tools for life” – Katie Stileman

"Instead of giving up something bad for me, I am embracing something which is good for me" When I was seventeen my (wonderful, moderate drinker) parents sat me down and told me they were worried my life was getting a bit out of hand. ‘What do you mean?’ I asked...

Why you should upgrade your challenge

Want to make long lasting habit change? Upgrading your challenge can help you to achieve exactly that! Many people start off their alcohol-free journey by dipping their toes in the water with the 28-Day Alcohol-Free Challenge, and you can experience plenty of benefits...

“Everything becomes easier when you are not hungover” – John O'Brien

"It is amazing to think all this can be achieved by making one simple lifestyle change" Life was good while I was drinking. All aspects of my life were going well so had no reason not to enjoy myself. At any opportunity I could, I would go drinking. I was always...

World No Tobacco Day

May 31st is the World Health Organisation (WHO) No Tobacco Day. Each year, a new topic relating to the dangers of tobacco is highlighted. In 2020, the WHO has set its sights on a big target. To mark No Tobacco Day 2020, a counteroffensive has been launched, to thwart...

How to be happier: Finding joy in your day-to-day life – by Helen Bradford

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it can be easy to forget to make time to practise these small acts that can contribute to your overall wellbeing and happiness. Waking up every morning, cleaning the house, cooking and doing chores, finishing up the necessary...

“There is a lot more time in the day than I once believed” Cam Simpson

"I can’t wait to see where life takes me on this beautiful journey without an end." Before coming across OYNB I was a daily drinker. Although in the evening it often could have been considered excessive, it rarely interfered with my work. I would reward myself after a...

How to: meal prepping guide

The benefits of meal prepping for busy lives and the importance for maintaining a healthy diet Meal prepping has the power not only to save us time, energy and make our lives easier, but it can also help us to be healthier, by providing a clever hack to help support...

Habits: Breaking, building and maintaining them

Expert review by:Dr Melissa OldhamHabits can be both beneficial and detrimental to our health and wellbeing. This is why it is important to evaluate our habits and consider how we can establish new healthier behaviours into our routine. A habit is a behaviour that we...

The benefits of being alcohol-free for families and home life

We know being alcohol-free has benefits for our health, productivity and bank balance, but what is the impact on families and home life? The United Nations International Day of Families, and Mother’s Day in the USA are celebrated on the 15th and 12th May respectively....

All you need to know about Alcohol-Free Me

You may have seen us talking about our Alcohol-Free Me programme, but what is it, what does it entail, and how could it benefit you? At OYNB, we strive to offer the best possible support for those seeking to transform their relationship with alcohol, and we have...