Long but worth it.

Overall the book is a really interesting book but there are some chapters on spiritualism and similar things that drone on like a boring grandmother giving you a lecture.

I was somewhat surprised how little time Ruby spent talking about the negative effects of alcohol consumption given that this evidence is probably one of the biggest reasons why some of us will give up alcohol.

The damning evidence about alcohol as a poison is almost the reverse of social proof, it's a really good reason to stop. To gloss over it and let the reader find their own evidence seemed a little lazy.

I was interested in the subject matter and listen to the book all the way to the end so I guess I'm on my way to a more sober future with rubies help.

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So many "Aha" moments!!!

Ruby's take on the "Why" of getting sober is inspiring and enlightening. Loved every bit of the audio book and will now read the hard copy.

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A well rounded discussion on the benefits of sobri

Ruby reads and writes this book eloquently. it delivers a non biased perspective on being sober without shaming the practice or people who indulge. I am slightly more sober curious after reading this and will take that into my spiritual journey moving forward. Thanks Ruby!

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Very soothing easy going non judgemental book.

Loved it. Relaxing to listen to in the car in traffic. Not the big AA judgemental thing. Insightful and practical. Nothing too hard or onerus to do to achieve sober curious goals.

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Enjoyable book that has really inspired me

I’ve read other books about alcohol reduction etc and they didn’t really help. This book has really changed my perception about alcohol and I’m 4 days sober. Although I don’t consider myself an ‘alcoholic’ I definitely find it hard to say no to just one more each and every time I drink. I do stop at 2 but I’m tired of feeling like alcohol is a toxic friend that’s bad for me. I want to be the boss of my life and this book has helped me to put alcohol in its place.

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Useful and interesting, somewhat woo-ey

Has some great perspectives and interesting takes on the habits around alcohol and how they reduce our abilities to conduct fuller lives. I found this book useful to start thinking about alcohol in a different perspective and reduce my consumption and replace drinking with what I would call constructive behaviour.

Some parts get pretty new agey, and a bit of the evidence presented is attributed to pseudo-science and populist new age opinion, albeit interesting. I personally find a lot of this stuff to be frustrating and skipped it. This is not a large portion of the book and the other content is well researched and realistic in it’s approach.

When you distill (pun intended) this book down, it presents non-judgemental and accessible thought experiments that are great if you want to move on from drinking booze in whatever form you do it - and aren’t sure on how or why.

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loved it

I enjoyed the subject and how it was addressed. very helpful. I would recommend to anyone that is exploring their relationship with alcohol

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Solid Sober Insight

This piece ideal for those thinking about not drinking for a while or taking a break, or deeply considering going long term and farewelling alcohol for good.
It’s not preaching. It’s real. It’s positive.
A solid insight about the why we drink and what it may or not mask. Enjoy.

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Awakens your senses

Amazing book , tells it how it is with incredible clarity and insight 👍
Must listen again !

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great motivation

i really enjoyed this book. Having just decided to finally take action on drinking habits it's very reaffirming to learn all this in a friendly, funny and easy to listen to book. I enjoyed the authors pleasant voice and conversational style. I'd recommend this book to anyone questioning their drinking habits and wanting to reframe their ideas about alcohol.

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