I thought the title had a nice ring to it, but that was as far as I got. I also didn’t quite know how to justify continuing to serve people intoxicating drinks AND heal them through yoga.
I’ll admit that I was conflicted.
Since then, I’ve dived deeper into my personal practice of yoga to connect with a very uncomfortable Truth:
Fast forward to present day and the cocktails have become conscious, or rather I became more conscious of them. And with this awareness it has been surprisingly easy for me to stop having them. Instead,
Behind the bar, I try a tiny taste of each cocktail I make to be sure that it is correctly balanced (don’t worry, I use a new straw each time). Call it a job perk–’cause it is! I’ve simply continued this practice to the other side of the bar.
Just a little sip has become enough of an experience because I no longer need or crave the medicating effects of a full drink. I have developed a profound respect for this drug and how it has affected my life over many years of mindless (ab)use.
What I anticipated being most difficult about this decision–enjoying the company of friends and various social events without getting my buzz on–has proved to be completely joyous instead.
This realization is a revelation to me. For realsies. I have never felt so alive, present, healthy, and truly authentic with the people I love the most. And in New Orleans, no less!
Now I know that all of that is bullshit.
Moving on.
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Hi Sharon,
You’re right! I never really noticed that you were “just sipping” until you brought it up the other night, but we had a perfectly good time. Plus, you were still able to drive. Brilliant! Moderation is key. Now I just need to implement your wise tactics on my own…
Hi, Amy! Thanks for making your way over here. It blows my mind that there is no wisdom or training in place to help people learn how to manage their use of alcohol. I wonder how many women are struggling with this issue and how they will get through it….
great post, sharon. . very honest and open. i am sure many can relate, and maybe you can inspire some others to look deeper into the false beliefs that they hold.