If Only I Knew Then What I Know Now: A New Series About Life Without Alcohol

If Only I Knew Then What I Know Now: A New Series About Life Without Alcohol

It’s Saturday afternoon at your sister’s place. The barbecue’s on, someone hands you a cold beer without asking, and you hear yourself say, “Oh, thanks.” You told yourself this was the weekend you’d finally mention it. Maybe next time.

It started with a throwaway comment between our team: “If only I knew then what I know now.” It was meant as a joke, but it stuck.

Fifteen minutes later, there was a list. Some of it is funny. Some of it hits a little closer to home.

These are the things many people only discover once they put the drink down. If you’re thinking about taking a break from alcohol, or you’re a few weeks in and wondering if it gets easier, this series is for you.

If only I knew then…

1. I’m a better conversationalist without alcohol
2. Nothing beats waking up with a clear head
3. Alcohol-free drinks are bloody delicious
4. You don’t need alcohol to be the life of the party
5. You don’t need to apologise for ordering AF
6. Sober me makes much wiser decisions
7. Fancy glassware isn’t just for alcoholic drinks
8. People remember the fun, not the drink
9. Your friends want you there, drink or no drink
10. Finishing the night sober Is damn fine
11. A hangover-free day beats a few drinks
12. AF drinks can be just as ooh-la-la
13. Nobody is watching what’s in your glass
14. Choose what your future self will thank you for
15. There are so many more non-drinkers than I realised
16. Pretending to be sober never fooled anyone
17. Going alcohol-free isn’t a sacrifice, it’s an upgrade

A new one every Wednesday

Over the next 17 weeks, we’ll unpack one of these every Wednesday, with practical tips and a few laughs along the way.

Keep this page handy. As each article goes live, we’ll link it right here in the list, so you can catch up any time.

Which one are you most curious about? Or what would you add to the list? We’d love to hear from you on Instagram or Facebook.

In the meantime, here’s where to start:

• Find Venues that take alcohol-free drinks seriously
• Find Beverages worth pouring into a fancy glass
• Find Events where you can show up and have a great time
• Find Support if you’d like some support along the way

See you next Wednesday.

Cheers to choice!