'I haven't had a drink since August 2022. My journey from wild party girl to an alcohol-free mother of two has involved walking, step by step, through shame, guilt, anxiety and grief to finally reach a place of hope and healing. I feel relieved and grateful to be free from the place I felt stuck in, because giving up drinking hasn't been easy for me. I feel vulnerable sharing my own story and nervous about the way people might react, but I also know that it's important for me to do this.'
Millie Mackintosh took the decision to go alcohol free after observing the impact drinking alcohol was having on her health and wellbeing. Now, more than two years into her sober curious journey, Millie shares her full experience with honesty and warmth, from the events that led to her decision to stop drinking, through to the positive effects of the alcohol-free lifestyle she enjoys today. Writing with NHS GP Dr Ellie Cannon, Bad Drunk combines practical, scientific advice with Millie's personal experience - what has worked for her, what hasn't, what she has struggled with as well as tips and advice on how to navigate the road ahead.
Whether you're simply looking to cut back your alcohol consumption, you're ready to quit drinking altogether or you want to understand how to help a loved one, Bad Drunk will be an essential guide that will help you make decisions for your future health and happiness.