I consider myself a self-aware person. I’ve been practicing yoga and meditation for the last three years. I journal every day. I’ve been working with my therapist for the last 2 ½ years. I read countless self-help, business, and spirituality books. I stopped drinking alcohol a year ago when I noticed how much more improved my life was without it. I treat my body right with clean food and I prioritize my mental health…

My secret weapon (or not so secret anymore) is this Moleskin journal.

I started writing every day almost 2.5 years ago when my anxiety was out of control and I couldn’t find any strategy to calm it down. Thoughts were constantly racing through my mind and I felt bogged down by my concerns. Finally, out of frustration and desperation, I pulled out a piece of paper and poured the contents of my brain out by furiously writing.

I haven’t had a drop of alcohol in over six months now.

Since I started drinking at the age of 18, I can’t remember the last time I went over a week without drinking. College normalized this and then working full-time (especially in marketing and sales) supported this behavior continuing.