More out of your relationships. More out of your career. More out of your life.

Have you considered that your relationship with alcohol may be holding you back in the areas you are feeling unsatisfied?

Alcohol is a depressant and can leave you depleted for days after drinking. You have likely experienced a sense of malaise and lethargy after a boozy weekend. It’s more than just a light-hearted hangover. Science explains these lingering sensations due to how alcohol affects your brain and your body’s attempt to rid its system of the alcohol you consumed.

When you take a significant break from drinking or quit altogether, you can dial back up the motivation to fully engage in the areas of your life that matter most. You can be fully present because your body isn’t working overtime to return to baseline.

My friend, and author Boyd Varty, coined the phrase “The Power of Presence.” He talks about the impact of being present on your life and others. He says, “Power through presence has to do with having deep access to what the moment is asking for.”

Being fully present is one of the positive by-products of a sober curious life.

You will start to notice conversations are more meaningful because you are present and have a clear mind for expressing and receiving ideas.

Managing the complexity of your family’s schedule is no longer overwhelming because you are present with the details of what is needed.

Every-day conflicts with co-workers no longer derail your project focus because you are present and clear on what needs to be accomplished and open to others’ feedback and input.

You have the clarity to set goals and manifest your dreams because you are present with your future self.

You have given alcohol a million chances to improve your life, but it continues to leave you empty and wanting more. So instead of continuing the futile search for satisfaction at the bottom of your glass, drink less and watch your life improve.

Make room for the power of presence instead of drowning it in alcohol.