{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Is There a Downside to Doing a Dry January?","description":"Episode 272  With a brand new year upon us, millions of people worldwide are either contemplating a Dry January or have already signed up to participate, but why?  Why take January off from drinking alcohol? Are there benefits? Or a downside?  In this episode, I talk about my experience with my first "Dry January" and why I chose to do one, which ultimately I learned wasn't for the benefits.  I also talk about ways to decide if taking January off is a good idea for you and the key questions to ask yourself before you start, and during your break.   Let's face it: there are downsides to everything we do in life if we choose to look at them. But, there are always "upsides," especially when you distance yourself from alcohol. Mentioned in this episode:  Get started with The Essential Series:  Transitioning to an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle: What it Does and Doesn't Take 5 Practical Tips to Help You Stop Drinking in Midlife and Beyond 5 Essential Solutions to Help You Manage the Urge to Drink  Send me an email if you plan on doing a Dry January. I will cheer for you!  Sign up for my email community to learn more about 2024 Private and Group Coaching packages.          ","author_name":"To 50 and Beyond | Midlife and Alcohol-Free Lifestyle","author_url":"https:\/\/www.lorimassicot.com\/","html":"