Sober Sunday

The #2016 Throwback Trend Proves How My Relationship with Alcohol Changed at 40

From throwing up in the Claridges lobby to the start of perimenopause: hindsight uncovers the link between my hormones and those ‘sick drunk’ blackouts.

Jan 18 • Donna Francis

What A Beach Walk With My Mum Taught Me About Sobriety

Navigating friends and family who still drink is hard, but I've realised that they might be looking for a new way to connect with us too!

Jan 11 • Donna Francis

Dry Jan: It's Not Just About Weight Loss

While the scales might not move immediately, the real magic of Dry Jan begins in 7 days with the 'sober glow', the end of "Hangxiety" and the most…

Jan 4 • Donna Francis

Twixmas While Sober - How To Navigate The Awkward In-Between

Navigating the 'sober mourning' of the holidays, surviving the family flu, and why feeling 100% means embracing the 100% of the mess, too.

Dec 28, 2025 • Donna Francis

How To Survive Christmas Sober By Finding Humor In The Chaos

Discover the benefits of a sober Christmas. From navigating boozy neighbors to finding patience with family, learn why sobriety offers a Full HD holiday…

Dec 21, 2025 • Donna Francis

How Sobriety Changed The Way I Wake Up, Think & Rest

Sleeping in without guilt, how sobriety quiets anxiety and catastrophising, and why a sober brain responds with clarity, kindness and self-trust - even…

Dec 14, 2025 • Donna Francis

Living With My Parents Sober

Discover how sobriety changed the way I handle long family visits, find purpose, and stay grounded when life gets chaotic.

Dec 7, 2025 • Donna Francis

SOBER SUNDAY: Post Thanksgiving Thoughts

Inspiration, stories & sober glow every Sunday. By award-winning Beauty Editor, Donna Francis.

Dec 1, 2025 • Donna Francis

Life & Work Update, Mental/Emotional Overload & Shaking It Up

Inspiration, stories & sober glow every Sunday. By award-winning Beauty Editor, Donna Francis.

Nov 24, 2025 • Donna Francis

Pub Life: What Growing Up Around Drinking Taught Me

What Growing Up Around Drinking Taught Me

Nov 9, 2025 • Donna Francis

Films to Watch When You’re Settling Into Sobriety

Films To Watch When Settling Into Sobriety

Nov 2, 2025 • Donna Francis

SOBER SUNDAY: You’re Doing F*cking Great

You're Doing F*cking Great

Oct 27, 2025 • Donna Francis

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