Welcome to Sober Glow Getter
This blog is all about my journey to becoming a SOBER GLOW GETTER — I have swapped hangovers for happiness, self-doubt for self-care, and wine glasses for glowing skin and a life filled with purpose.
It’s taken me a long time to build up the courage to start this blog — because let’s face it, sharing your story means showing your flaws, too. But if my journey of 9 years can inspire even one person to reduce or stop drinking, start living a healthier lifestyle, and chase their dreams, then it’s all worth it.
✨ My Turning Point
On 21st November 2016, I decided to quit drinking.
I was sick of feeling stuck, tired of waking up full of regret, and done with the endless cycle of “never again” Mondays.
At 41, my hangovers were lasting longer than ever — even after just a few glasses of wine. The blackouts, guilt, and “hanxiety” (hangover anxiety!) were stealing my joy. Every Monday I’d tell myself, this week will be different… but by Tuesday, I’d feel like I “deserved” a drink, and the cycle would start all over again.
One morning, I simply thought — enough is enough. Life was flying by, and I didn’t want to waste another moment feeling rubbish. So, I made the decision that changed everything: I quit drinking.
💪 From Ironing Lady to Bodypump to Tropic
At first, I replaced my old habits with healthier ones — exercise, nourishing food, and positive routines. Instead of thinking I’m giving something up, I focused on what I was gaining.
I’ve always been an all-or-nothing kind of gal, and fitness became my new passion (clothes shopping comes a close second!).
That decision transformed everything — from being an ironing lady to qualifying as a BodyPump Instructor, becoming a Holistic Therapist, and building an empowering business as an Executive Leader with Tropic Skincare.
Sobriety didn’t just change my habits — it has changed my entire life.
💖 Why I’m Here
I created this blog to help, motivate, and inspire anyone who feels stuck, just like I once did.
If you’re sick of feeling tired, ready to glow from within, and determined to take back control — you can do it.
Anything is possible when you want it badly enough.
🌿 Today, My Life Is About…
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Feeling healthy, confident, and energised
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Living alcohol-free and loving it
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Building a business I adore
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Sharing skincare, self-care, and sober living inspiration
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Encouraging others to glow and grow
- If you are looking for all of this, then I’ve got you!
Come along with me on this life-changing journey —
let’s be Sober Glow Getters together. 💫
(My blog first began as “Lifting Weights Not Wine,” inspired by my fitness journey. While exercise will always be part of my sober lifestyle, Sober Glow Getter now reflects all aspects of my life — from health, beauty, and being a sober mum, to goal-getting and my love for Tropic Skincare.)
