The OYNB Podcast

The OneYearNoBeer Podcast will inspire you to take, or support your journey on a 30, 90 & 365 day challenge to stop drinking and focus on healthy habits.

Are your social batteries feeling low? Tips for balancing your social calendar with rest

There is so much to do and so many people to see - especially after spending so long apart. But are you making enough time to recharge your batteries? Feeling worn out after filling your weekends with social plans? As the world reopens, you may have put pressure on...

The year I stopped dialling 9-wine-wine – Nikki Potter

There are so many benefits and I smile to myself because new ones are still emerging every day. I loved wine. No matter when I called her, she always answered. She thrived on being there for me. It’s just a shame we didn’t have the same level of mutual respect. I...

Alcohol and weight loss: Why alcohol might be hindering your weight loss goals

Does alcohol affect weight loss? If you’re struggling to lose weight, then unfortunately the booze might be getting in the way. If you’ve been finding it a little tricky to shift those extra few pounds, then you may need to ask yourself if alcohol is the thing holding...

This challenge helped make a change I've been wanting for over 10 years – Melody Thomas

I feel great now that I am sleeping well, and have more days feeling positive, energised, and confident in myself. I joined OYNB because I began to question my drinking habits. I had been drinking since I was 18 years old, first socially, but when I turned 21 I...

Alcohol-free summer activity ideas

Not sure how to spend your time this summer? Sun-splashed inspiration, coming right up. Whether you’re venturing on holiday or not this year, there are so many exciting ways to spend your free time that don’t revolve around drinking. Prove to yourself, and anyone...

Simple brain exercises to improve your memory, focus and concentration

You exercise your body to keep it healthy and strong, so why would you skip out on your brain? Your brain is fundamental for performing at your best as it’s involved in every action, conscious or unconscious. Just as physical training makes your body stronger and...

The best life for me and my family – Ruth Bowmaker

So much ‘need for alcohol’ is social conditioning which the group has really helped me to undo and reassess. I joined OYNB as I began to come to the realisation that alcohol did me no favours. It didn't allow me to fully enjoy life or be present for my family. It was...

137 reasons to be alcohol-free // One Year No Beer

When we tell you there are so many benefits to going alcohol-free, we’re not kidding! We asked our members about the benefits they experienced as a result of taking a break from drinking—and they did not hold back. So we decided to share all their responses with you. ...

I really like the person I have become – Kate Pearson

You’ll still find me on the dance floor, playing beer pong and singing at the top of my lungs. I joined OYNB because I had stopped enjoying the aftermath of drinking alcohol. The hangovers and the anxiety after drinking just started to getting worse. I got to a stage...

Alcohol-free toolkit refresher: Tips to stay on track with your AF challenge

Whether you’re taking part in Dry Jan this year, or you just need a little top-up on the best advice for sticking to your alcohol-free goals, we have you covered. While of course we support someone going alcohol-free at any time of the year, January is one of the most...

I’m no longer the saboteur to my own life – Caroline Bradshaw

The improvements to my working life have also been notable and noted, my boss said the other day “wow this booze free version of you is on fire”, insert smirking face. I have always been labelled a bit of a “Party Animal” from my teens, but in reality, I was using...

The secret to achieving your biggest goals

Looking for that elusive key to unlocking your full potential? We have the secret… Ever noticed how achieving lifelong dreams and ambitious goals seems to be a breeze for some people? It’s natural to assume they must know something we don’t, right? Or else, how do...

Removing alcohol from my life has been so empowering – Fiona Purdon

I want to take everything I’ve learned and experienced to support others who may find themselves in the same situation as me. In my teenage years I was pretty shy, so would drink for confidence and to fit in. Drinking was fun, I loved going out with friends,...