A.K.A. P Mac Insights — Who Am I? I have often pondered this question on existential terms. Who am I? I end up repeating this in different tones of voice, like a mantra or the caterpillar on ‘Alice in Wonderland.’ Whooo arrrrrre yoooooouuuuu? It’s something we all contemplate. Depending on our mood, life experiences, or backgrounds, we continuously…

Updating your understanding of the effects of alcohol. — Wait a second. I thought it took about 24 hours for alcohol to process through my system. You are right! And you are wrong. I used to think this was true too, but I neglected to look at my whole body. Let’s consider a few things together. How Long Does It Take For Alcohol to Leave Your System? The general rule…

On-going List of Programs, Courses, and Podcasts — **NOTE: This article was updated June 29th, 2022 Dear Reader, Have you googled how to quit drinking with a glass in hand? Perhaps you have tried to moderate your drinking and found yourself craving the next Friday, special event, or gathering just for that beverage. Or maybe you are just…

Seven lessons that changed my life — Do you find yourself wanting to drink only a glass of wine at dinner and end up consuming the whole bottle? Hey, no judgment here. I have spent much of my 30s in this predicament. I’ll start the morning with full intentions to not drink alcohol, only to find myself…

The Hospitality Industry Needs to Consider This — It’s that pivotal moment when you, a non-drinker, are invited to go out on the town with your amigas, and you are starting to get anxious. Choosing to remove alcohol from your system has been empowering for you, but you are tired of having it be a ‘thing’ around the…

Tips on how to celebrate TGIF — So… you quit drinking, cut back, or abstain from alcohol for a while, forever, whenever… And…. it’s Friday. What do you drink? Hi! I’m Patty. I am a blogger and wellness coach helping moms almost 40 or who identify as 40-something take a closer look at their habits so they can live a wellness-centered life and age…

It’s a matter of your health. — This may surprise some, but that weekend drink is NOT doing you any favors to your fitness journey. I mean… come on… How many times have you tried to lose that 20 pounds but seem to get derailed after celebrating your ‘wins’ with a night out on the town? (Actually, it turns into a…

Alcoholic verse Sober Curious — Alcoholism is a real thing and has been over the course of time. The term alcoholic carries such a negative stigma that people don’t get the help they need because of the fear that comes with the label — plagued for life. Lost cause. Something to deal with for the rest of your life. But if you drink, it’s not that you are…

A Sober Mom Reflection — It’s that time of year again when parents all across America are feeling the tug of the pangs of having their kids around 24/7. It’s back-to-school time, and it’s bittersweet. Don’t you love your kids? Well, NO DUH! Of course, I love my kids. And I know you love yours. We are moms and wear many, many hats. We make sure there are…