Have you been thinking of breaking your drinking habit in 2024?

The beginning of a new year often sparks aspirations for healthier living—eating better, exercising more, and perhaps, drinking less. Dry or Damp January has been a popular trend in the past few years for good reasons.

However, did you know that a 2021 survey revealed that 1 in 10 individuals who embarked on Dry January found themselves reaching for a drink by January 3rd? This statistic highlights a crucial point: good intentions alone aren’t enough. Success in the New Year, whether aiming for a completely dry, or just damp January, requires more than wishful thinking; it demands a well-thought-out strategy.

In this guide, I'll walk you through a comprehensive, step-by-step plan to break your daily or almost daily drinking habit in 2024. Let's dive into the three key steps.

Step 1. Identifying Your Drinking Cues

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