
About this episode
If you’re starting Dry January or Dry(ish) January today, this episode is about support, not pressure. We talk about how to approach the month with kindness instead of correction, what to expect in those first couple of weeks, why an off night doesn’t undo progress, and how to set yourself up with tools that actually help once January is underway. We walk through practical support like the Dry(ish) January Challenge with Sunnyside, medical and physical support options, urge surfing, and motivating resources that make this feel doable in real life. This episode builds on Monday’s conversation about planning ahead, but it stands on its own as a grounded way to start the year feeling clear, steady, and supported.
My Top 5 Resources for Dry (or Dryish) January
1. Dry(ish) January Challenge with Sunnyside
Join the free challenge, choose your goal, track your drinks, and earn rewards.
https://get.sunnyside.co/january
2. Sunnyside Med
Medical support designed to help when cravings feel bigger than intentions.
https://www.joinsunnysidemed.com/
3. Cloud9 – Daily Restore (Sunnyside Edition)
Physical support for sleep, nervous system recovery, and liver health during alcohol reduction.
https://trycloud9.com/products/daily-restore-sunnyside
4. Urge Surfing (Behavioral Psychology Tool)
Clinical overview:
👉 https://ssihi.uci.edu/news-and-media/blog/urge-surfing-in-the-new-year-resolving-to-ride-the-waves-of-change/
5. SoberishMom on Instagram
Motivating, real-life support that makes Dry(ish) Jan
👉 https://www.instagram.com/soberishmom/
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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.
Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.
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