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“Why a beer a day could actually be good for you” “Ride wine: a drink to your heart” “4 Reasons you should drink a shot of tequila every day” “5 amazing benefits of drinking mojitos” But the reality couldn’t be further from the truth. Alcohol’s negative impacts on your body start from the moment that

When you hear the words “addict” and “Hollywood” in the same sentence, chances are Robert Downey Jr comes to mind. From spending time in prison, and being unemployed, broke, and alone, to one of the highest paid actors of all time.  Robert Downey Jr is living testament to what is possible once you sober up.

In April last year, Eminem tweeted this photo to his 30 million followers His 12-year sobriety token.  “Clean dozen, in the books! I’m not afraid.” It’s been a long ride for the hip hop superstar, from the lowest lows to the most unimaginable levels of success, and then all the way down again. You’ll learn

His real name is Edward Thomas Hardy, but the world knows him simply as Tom Hardy.  One of the biggest actors in the world today, Hardy’s been sober for close to twenty years now. But before that, it was a very close call for the Hollywood superstar, who started sniffing glue at 11. At only

In this blog, we’ll be exploring how to stop drinking alcohol using something called a “mental model”. If you’re looking for a logical approach to getting in control of your drinking and building a better understanding of the problem at hand – you’ll want to read this entire article. We’ll first define what a mental

Quitting drinking… Headaches, fatigue, nausea, cravings, peer pressure and everything else under the sun that seems to be working against you. You start Googling your symptoms to see if there’s any solution for the pain, and you see articles recommending supplements that promise to help you overcome withdrawal. The reason being that drinking booze causes

Alcohol really isn’t all it’s made out to be. Despite the glamorous image that is often portrayed, the reality couldn’t be further from the truth. All alcohol is, is poison. Nothing more, nothing less. When you can see that clearly, and you remove all of the conditioning, stopping becomes a logical and simple decision. And

When I say I don’t suffer from alcohol cravings, I truly mean it.  I’ve learned how to stop alcohol cravings in a very fast and simple way. Through practice, introspection, and taking a First Principles approach to stop drinking, I have figured out how to catch alcohol cravings before they go anywhere. And, throughout this

I’ve seen people ask about drinking an alcohol substitute more times than I can count. Should I drink alcohol-free beer? Should I drink an alcohol substitute? What’s your favorite AF drink? I have personally never drank an alcohol substitute. Nor have I ever tried an alcohol-free drink. I never have and I never will. Ever.

Suffering from anxiety after drinking alcohol? Well, I know exactly how it feels. When I drank alcohol, I was crippled with anxiety for a very long time. I don’t think there was a single hangover where I didn’t suffer from some level of anxiety. Some days would definitely be worse than others, but I know

If we look around us, and we ask ourselves how to get sober, we’ll probably answer it like this: Stopping drinking is difficult Stopping drinking requires willpower Stopping drinking is complex I’ll be completely honest with you. I used to think the EXACT same thing. But, here’s the thing. It’s not just me.  I’m not

Back when I drank alcohol, I was convinced that drinking alcohol gave me courage. I thought of it like a superpower. I thought of alcohol as “liquid courage”. It sounds strange, but I almost felt proud of “downing” those drinks. I thought people around me would see me as a dangerous, kind of naughty character.

In this post, we’re going to look at what Elon Musk can teach us about alcohol addiction. This post might be a little bit different from the rest of the posts on the Soberclear website. Actually, it’s going to be totally different. But, at the same time, probably the most insightful and enlightening. Instead of

Are you worried because you have had dreams of drinking alcohol? Well, in this article we’re going to explore alcohol dreams, and what they mean. We’ll look at alcohol’s effects on sleep, why dreams become more vivid, and I’ll share some personal experiences with you. By the end of this article, you’ll understand that dreams

In this article, we’re going to look at 11 signs of a drinking problem. If you’re worried that you’re currently drinking too much, what exactly should you be looking out for?  We’re going to look at the term “alcoholic”, the definition of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and then look at 11 signs you are drinking

In today’s post, we’re going to look at 7 tips to stop drinking. These tips truly changed my life. It’s the advice I wish somebody gave to me when I was spinning my wheels, desperate for a solution. A precursor before we get into the 7 simple tips to stop drinking As always, it’s important

In this article, we’re going to look at stopping drinking for 30 days. Many people start their alcohol-free journey with an attempt to stop drinking for a month. So, let’s explore this further. Firstly, I’ll share my experience during the first 30-days of stopping. After that, we’re going to discuss some of the things you

In today’s article, we’re going to look at 4 ways to stop drinking. If you’ve tried to stop drinking in the past and failed, this article is for you. I have personally tried each of these methods, so I’ll be sharing my own personal experience with you. Just because one thing didn’t work for me,

In this blog article, we’re going to explore how to relax without alcohol, whilst defeating stress.  Many drinkers believe that they need alcohol to help them wind down after a long day. They say they use alcohol for stress-relief and relaxation. We’ll begin by exploring these beliefs in more detail. We’ll look at what happens

If you’ve fallen off the wagon, don’t fret.  This post is going to help you gain clarity on your situation.  Firstly, I will share my story where I fell off the wagon. We’ll talk about what causes people to fall off the wagon, and finally, we’ll talk about some steps to make sure you don’t

In this post, we are going to look at normal drinkers, and explain why they aren’t so lucky after all. I know it can be easy to look at normal drinkers and wish you were like them. A lot of people do it. I’ll be the first to admit it. But, by the time you’ve

If you quit alcohol for a month, what can you expect?  It’s a question that a lot of people ask, and puts them on a very interesting path.  Some people choose to start their journey aiming for 30 days alcohol-free. That can often lead them to try 90 days, and sometimes a full year. So,

I recently received this question from a reader of the blog: Hey Leon, thanks for making the videos and writing the blog articles. They are really helpful. I have been drinking for many years now. I’m not a heavy drinker, but it’s slowly been creeping up to around a bottle of wine each night. I

In this post, we’re going to look at how to stop drinking wine. If you are asking yourself: “Am I drinking too much wine?” “Is a bottle of wine per night too much?” then this blog post is for you. Wine is typically seen as a more feminine drink. Sure, men drink it. But, the

If you have recently stopped drinking alcohol, and you are feeling bored, then you are about to learn the exact steps on how to overcome it. Boredom, after stopping drinking, is not uncommon. There are countless numbers of people complaining about feeling bored, not knowing what to do with themselves. If that’s you, I have

In this blog post, we are going to explore how to stop thinking about drinking alcohol. When you stop drinking, it can be very difficult to stop thinking about it. Many people that have stopped drinking say things like: “I can’t stop thinking about drinking”.  All of a sudden, you notice alcohol more regularly. You

Should you stop drinking for weight loss? Is it worth it, and what can you expect? It’s a big question that crosses many people’s minds before they get sober.  We’ll be answering all of these questions today, so get ready!  My Story with Stopping Drinking and Weight Loss The first time I stopped drinking for