popn' cherries

10/28/19

As if this day, I declare I will no longer drink alcohol.

Committed to my health. I no longer see the need or want to have alcohol in my life. While intoxication can be fun for a few hours and has certainly played a part in years of eventful memories, at this point in my life, I personally feel it does not serve me positively in my purpose for mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.

This decision is not for everyone. But a decision that works and makes sense to me at this junction in my life.

Over the years, it was a topic I’ve contemplated on but never followed through with. I would express it out loud but was often laughed at because it sounded ridiculous; or the decision was a based off next day hangovers. Sh*t, I even laughed when I said I was never going to drink again. I didn’t take myself seriously, so why should I expect others to? Truth is, everyone always says they will never drink again after feeling the aching affects of a hangover.

But in this case, it was a decision made sober. Hangover-free.

I thought about it. Hard. So, why?

Health and wellness, nourishment, growth, happiness, faith and religion, and living in absolute presence are important priorities at this point in my life. For me, alcohol puts a pause on these priorities. For example, giving my full energy to attend a dance class, thinking clearly, or being fully present with the important people I spend my time with.

On the flip side, I recognize that alcohol, wine in particular, has helped me to relax. It has had the power to unleash my creativity during moments of writers-block or choreo-block. Many times, it’s even helped me to communicate the hardest things that I could only wish to say soberly. But even considering that, I realize it is not worth it to me.

Call it getting older. Maybe even wiser?

Gone are the days when I was wildin’ out, partying hard, and pounding shots of vodka. My tolerance is no longer there. Nowadays, alcohol means an occasional glass of wine. More than that though, you’d see a shwasted Kim.

While not an addict by any means, the social activities and my social circle are influenced by booze. Sparked by special and even not-so-special occasions, or a well-deserving treat after a long hard day, I recognize alcohol actually has regularity in my schedule. So it’s not going to be particularly easy just saying “No, thanks”. But, it will with time.

Cheers to trying something new. 💧🥂💧