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Tired of Thinking About Drinking: Take My 100-Day Sober Challenge
If you know that you're drinking too much, then this book is for you. If you wake in the morning, plan to quit, and by 6 p.m. you're drinking again, then this book is for you. I'm not only saying that because I wrote the book :) I also knew I was drinking more than I wanted to, and so I did a sober 'trial' to see how things would be different. In this book I walk you through all the what to expect, what to do instead, WHY be sober, who to tell and what to say, and I answer a lot of common questions like "how long until the voice in my head stops yelling at me?" Sign up for free daily emails > Anonymous support to quit drinking. See you soon :) hugs, Belle xo ~ from "Belle, I can’t remember how I found you - maybe one of the many quit lit books I bought and never finished. Anyway, your book made the change for me and I want to shout it from the roof tops! I am in two other online support groups and am constantly throwing out the name of your book. Thank you for making it short and sweet and giving invaluable advice - sober tools!!!"
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Published October 20, 2019
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March 22, 2022
Great advice, ruined by "infomercial" feel
I am generously giving this book two stars, because some of the advice is great. The book is laid out in a logical way, the advice is practical, and it is very well written. The author has a great sense of humour. I would normally have rated this at least four stars.
However, these qualities are completely overshadowed by the constant and ridiculous marketing. The author tries to upsell everything from audio clips to her husband's art, every 2-3 pages. For every free link, there are 3 or 4 leading to podcasts or audio lessons - which are NOT free, even though you've already paid for the book. She sells access to her podcasts for $4.99 a podcast - absolutely ridiculous given the hundreds of free sober podcasts available online. You can also pay for the privilege of being email pen pals with the author, for a mere $997. My favourite pitch, though, was at the very end of the book, where the author offers the audio version of the book YOU JUST READ for $39.99.
I respect the author's right to run a sober coaching business, but I would urge anyone considering this book to be very cautious about the hard sale tactics.
I am generously giving this book two stars, because some of the advice is great. The book is laid out in a logical way, the advice is practical, and it is very well written. The author has a great sense of humour. I would normally have rated this at least four stars.
However, these qualities are completely overshadowed by the constant and ridiculous marketing. The author tries to upsell everything from audio clips to her husband's art, every 2-3 pages. For every free link, there are 3 or 4 leading to podcasts or audio lessons - which are NOT free, even though you've already paid for the book. She sells access to her podcasts for $4.99 a podcast - absolutely ridiculous given the hundreds of free sober podcasts available online. You can also pay for the privilege of being email pen pals with the author, for a mere $997. My favourite pitch, though, was at the very end of the book, where the author offers the audio version of the book YOU JUST READ for $39.99.
I respect the author's right to run a sober coaching business, but I would urge anyone considering this book to be very cautious about the hard sale tactics.
January 19, 2023
"You remove yourself from the situation until you can see clearly again."
May 17, 2020
Great read if you are also tired of all the rules you are setting around your drinking;)
Love this author’s sense of humor and the way she addresses the over thinking of wanting to cut back in alcohol consumptions and the attempts to moderate.
Some quotes that stuck out to me:
“I am definitely drinking too much. I should face that. I should stop drinking for a week, take a break. I’ll start tomorrow, after the work party, after vacation, next week, after the birthday, the first of the month, on Monday. I promise.
...
You quickly do a search on the internet ‘Do I need to stop drinking’ but don’t find an answer. Anyway, last night, THAT won’t happen again. Next time I’ll eat first, alternate with water, stop after two glasses of wine, ... Or maybe I’ll take a break from drinking for a few months, that should be easy enough. If I can quit for a bit then it’s probably not a problem. Anyway, the online questionnaire said if I’m not drinking in the morning, then I might not be an alcoholic...
Because only alcoholics benefit from quitting drinking. No one else would quit, would they? To sleep better, spend less money, lose weight, and feel proud of themselves? No one just stops drinking alcohol do they? What about missing out, the fun, what about celebrations and boredom? What about all those hypothetical wine tours in Italy. *I loved that wine tour one, bc it literally has been part of my internal dialogue😂*...
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When you flip that idea of NOT BEING ABLE TO DRINK on it’s head, you can turn it into a decision that sounds like this: ‘I don’t drink because it’s not good for me. I don’t do cocaine either. There’s a whole list of things I don’t ingest because other people do. I do what’s best for me. I also don’t drive without a seatbelt and I don’t walk in dog shit. I am taking care of me.”
Love this author’s sense of humor and the way she addresses the over thinking of wanting to cut back in alcohol consumptions and the attempts to moderate.
Some quotes that stuck out to me:
“I am definitely drinking too much. I should face that. I should stop drinking for a week, take a break. I’ll start tomorrow, after the work party, after vacation, next week, after the birthday, the first of the month, on Monday. I promise.
...
You quickly do a search on the internet ‘Do I need to stop drinking’ but don’t find an answer. Anyway, last night, THAT won’t happen again. Next time I’ll eat first, alternate with water, stop after two glasses of wine, ... Or maybe I’ll take a break from drinking for a few months, that should be easy enough. If I can quit for a bit then it’s probably not a problem. Anyway, the online questionnaire said if I’m not drinking in the morning, then I might not be an alcoholic...
Because only alcoholics benefit from quitting drinking. No one else would quit, would they? To sleep better, spend less money, lose weight, and feel proud of themselves? No one just stops drinking alcohol do they? What about missing out, the fun, what about celebrations and boredom? What about all those hypothetical wine tours in Italy. *I loved that wine tour one, bc it literally has been part of my internal dialogue😂*...
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When you flip that idea of NOT BEING ABLE TO DRINK on it’s head, you can turn it into a decision that sounds like this: ‘I don’t drink because it’s not good for me. I don’t do cocaine either. There’s a whole list of things I don’t ingest because other people do. I do what’s best for me. I also don’t drive without a seatbelt and I don’t walk in dog shit. I am taking care of me.”
January 17, 2021
I was a bit disappointed... this book is basically a summary of Robertson's online blog, which is advertised throughout the book endlessly. Repeated tips on how to stay sober (aka finding numerous "sober tools") give a bit of inspiration, but overall it was the amount of Robertson's blog/podcast/email advertising (almost every single page in part two!) that turned me off. I get it, the blog seemed to have been a huge hit, the book, I felt, lacked of credibility.
December 15, 2020
This is a must read for anyone who has ever questioned the role alcohol plays in their life, who has thought "I should cut back on drinking", or simply wants to feel better. The last one especially was true for me as I crept towards middle age and even a standard night with a few drinks would leave me feeling icky the next day, and I wondered ... would I really have more energy and better skin if I quit for 100 days? Would I really not miss drinking after awhile, something I have associated with fun and relaxation for my entire adult life? The only way to find out is to take the challenge.
January 28, 2018
Loved, loved this! Belle writes with such honesty and I could really relate. Currently on day 28!
April 7, 2021
Useful, down to earth, easy /fun read
This book was very helpful, no nonsense and easy fun read. I was only just testing the waters of sobriety and didn't know what to expect when I bought this book, well actually I expected alot of scientific crap and a good dose of shame. I got compassion and understanding mixed with a light dose of humor. I feel like I know Belle and she knows me, somehow and I now feel able to wade a little bit deeper into healings waters, Thank you Belle!
This book was very helpful, no nonsense and easy fun read. I was only just testing the waters of sobriety and didn't know what to expect when I bought this book, well actually I expected alot of scientific crap and a good dose of shame. I got compassion and understanding mixed with a light dose of humor. I feel like I know Belle and she knows me, somehow and I now feel able to wade a little bit deeper into healings waters, Thank you Belle!
January 24, 2023
Very Helpful but….
I found the advice from this book very practical. Having said that, I just don’t understand why the author of a book trying to help people clean up their lives so liberally uses filthy language. Many who have the goals of sobriety also have goals to clean up their lives from former aspects and behaviors that were shared with the non-sober culture. One trigger is foul language. It can be as much of a trigger as anything else when one is trying to clean up their past. So, I wish that there was a “ G” rated version of this book.
I found the advice from this book very practical. Having said that, I just don’t understand why the author of a book trying to help people clean up their lives so liberally uses filthy language. Many who have the goals of sobriety also have goals to clean up their lives from former aspects and behaviors that were shared with the non-sober culture. One trigger is foul language. It can be as much of a trigger as anything else when one is trying to clean up their past. So, I wish that there was a “ G” rated version of this book.
September 4, 2025
probably the best book about being sober (especially for women) I've ever read. I relate sooo much to the way Belle writes, all the niggly little thoughts that come when trying to get sober like having a perfect date to stop for a day 1!
just absolutely brilliant. I'd recommend it to anyone who's in any stage of recovery, sober, and sober curious!
just absolutely brilliant. I'd recommend it to anyone who's in any stage of recovery, sober, and sober curious!
September 24, 2020
3.5 stars. I guess I would appreciate this more if I was at the beginning of my no alcohol journey. Still, solid advice mostly- can’t get on board with the no n/a beers idea though. I love n/a beers. Still, if I fall off the wagon I would definitely reach for this book.
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October 2, 2021
The book was okay. I found it a bit brief and continued advertising for her business. I ended up signing up for her pen pal package and was deeply disappointed with the lack of connection. She seemed too busy to have the time for me. Cost me thousands of dollars. No cooling off period
October 29, 2023
A very real and human approach.
Belle doesn’t mainly focus on the awfulness of alcohol ( we all know that already), but on the how to stop drinking. She’s funny, human and has many practical pieces of advice to help you on your AF journey to a much better life.
Belle doesn’t mainly focus on the awfulness of alcohol ( we all know that already), but on the how to stop drinking. She’s funny, human and has many practical pieces of advice to help you on your AF journey to a much better life.
June 27, 2019
Helped me change my life.
May 11, 2020
Not the most enlightening sobriety book I've read... but definitely helpful to keep me on the wagon!
July 24, 2020
3.5 stars.
January 3, 2021
Thank You
Day 1 (again) but came back to this wonderful book to start again and add a new tool. Thanks Belle
Day 1 (again) but came back to this wonderful book to start again and add a new tool. Thanks Belle
February 18, 2021
It was ok. Lots of good, helpful tips, but it got to be somewhat repetitive to me and kind of read like an advertisement for her blog.
July 18, 2021
Great voice
Loved this book. A quick read in the Quit Lit genre. Sharp and breezy but a lot of great advice.
Loved this book. A quick read in the Quit Lit genre. Sharp and breezy but a lot of great advice.
December 14, 2021
Down-to-Earth
Real-life actionable steps for those looking to explore their relationship with alcohol. Lots of useful information. I’m now on day 15 of the 100-Day Challenge!
Real-life actionable steps for those looking to explore their relationship with alcohol. Lots of useful information. I’m now on day 15 of the 100-Day Challenge!
August 24, 2023
great read!
Highly recommend.. wolfie is real! Thank you for being so raw and honest! I’ll definitely be reading again, just do it!
Highly recommend.. wolfie is real! Thank you for being so raw and honest! I’ll definitely be reading again, just do it!
January 6, 2024
Annual Dry January quit lit.
September 9, 2024
Discusses the "drinking voice" aka the "food noise" and managing drinking without AA.
April 5, 2025
My favorite
I’ve read a lot of quit lit and this is one of
my favorites. Her no nonsense approach really resonates with me. She is also very relatable and I love her humor.
I’ve read a lot of quit lit and this is one of
my favorites. Her no nonsense approach really resonates with me. She is also very relatable and I love her humor.
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