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Are you worried you’re drinking too much? Has alcohol become a major part of your life? Do you fear it’s affecting your health, relationships, or career?
Millions of people struggle with alcohol use, addiction, or unhealthy drinking habits—often using alcohol to self-medicate stress, trauma, anxiety, or depression, or to cope with social pressure. They want to cut back or quit drinking, but fear losing the buzz, their identity, or their social life. Many believe sobriety means boredom, isolation, or missing out—but this couldn’t be further from the truth.
Cassandra Gaisford, counselor, holistic therapist, and #1 bestselling author, (BCA, Dip Psych), of Stress Less, Mid-Life Career Rescue and Find Your Passion and Purpose,, provides a fresh, empowering approach to alcohol recovery, sobriety, and mindful drinking.
Anyone who wants to reduce alcohol consumption, overcome addiction, or embrace a sober lifestyle will find genuine help in this insightful, solution-focused guide to lasting change.
Integrating neuroscience, psychology, cognitive behavioral strategies, and holistic healing, Cassandra shares powerful, practical tools alongside her own candid story of overcoming alcohol dependence and reclaiming control.
Drawing on both Eastern and Western approaches to addiction recovery, she shows you how to:
This book offers flexible, self-guided strategies—perfect for those who prefer private, independent recovery or want alternatives to traditional programs like AA.
“For readers who sincerely want to stop drinking or regain control, this book provides a clear, compassionate path forward.”
Mind Your Drink is a pro-choice guide to sobriety—whether your goal is moderation, mindful drinking, or complete alcohol freedom. It shines a light on the powerful cultural, social, and psychological forces behind alcohol addiction, helping you break free with awareness and confidence.
Supported by real-life experiences and success stories, this book is a must-read for:
If you want to control your drinking, quit alcohol, and reclaim your life, this book is for you.
If you’re a heavy drinker or love someone who is, you’ll gain practical tools, emotional support, and proven strategies to move toward health, clarity, and freedom.
If you struggle with stress, fear, anxiety, or people-pleasing, this book offers powerful alternatives to alcohol as a coping mechanism.
If you’re worried about the stigma of alcoholism or fear you can’t quit—this book will help you shift your mindset, build resilience, and take back control.
Take control of your drinking, reduce stress, boost your energy, improve your relationships, and rediscover joy—without relying on alcohol.
Start your journey to sobriety, freedom, and a more vibrant life today.
Available in paperback, hardback, eBook and audio from all good bookstores, including:
US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BS6WMTV
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07BS6WMTV
CA: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07BS6WMTV
AU: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07BS6WMTV
UNIVERSAL: https://mybook.to/MindYourDrink
I really like the approach that this book takes in not attempting to stop drinking totally
“I work with people and their whanau/families on a daily basis who have, have had or have recovered from Alcohol and Other Drug issues. The damage caused by AOD overuse and abuse is enormous and has ongoing negative effects on our society and future generations mainly due to observation and learned behaviours. I really like the approach that this book takes in not attempting to stop drinking totally. It instead explains and coaches how to manage and cope with consuming alcohol so that the damaging effects may be minimised. This is a very useful supportive book for ‘drinkers’ and their families. It is a book that is very easy to read and understand. I really like the quotes, sayings and tools contained therein. This book is much bigger than just the social and familial issues with alcohol – It is in a very big way about ‘Your Beautiful Mind’. It fits very well with my style of practice and that is to start with the basics and move onwards and upwards from there. I see in the book an AHA (awakening, honesty, action) moment in the book. I really get the reference to wisdom (The smart person knows what to say, the wise person knows when to say it) and the associated learning. I will be recommending this ‘must read’ book to my clients and their whanau/families and anybody else who will listen”.
~ Philipe Eyton, Counsellor, Life and Leadership Coach, BSocP, NZAC (Stud)
This approach is very different (and refreshing) from other books I’ve read
“One thing that I like about this book is that the author doesn’t trash other recovery programs whether she agrees with them or not. This approach is very different (and refreshing) from other books I’ve read that claim to be the “real or only solution” which involves tearing down other methods in the process, but as Cassandra’s book alludes–one form of recovery may work for some people and not others–it depends on the person, their physiology, background, life experience, etc. At first, I thought the segments about advertising would be boring but they actually really appealed to the part of me that loves science, facts, and proof. Reading the explanations led to many “Aha!” moments! I also felt so relieved to read there is a sober/not drinking movement going on. I felt relieved and hopeful. How I wish this was going on when I started my own drinking career in my early teens. I’m feeling so grateful to Cassandra for writing it. There is so much vital information packed into this book and I wish fervently that it ends up on the best-seller list!”
~ Lisa R
Available in paperback, hardback, and eBook from all good bookstores, including:
US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BS6WMTV
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07BS6WMTV
CA: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07BS6WMTV
AU: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07BS6WMTV
UNIVERSAL: https://mybook.to/MindYourDrink
Listen to my interview with Lori Massicot. Lori is the host of the podcast, To 50 & Beyond. Her podcast celebrates women in the middle of life and talks about topics that empower women to change what isn’t working in their lives and become better than ever over 40. It’s a passion and purpose we both share.
One of the main topics we both speak about is sobriety. “I love your book, Mind Your Drink,” Lori shared when she reached out to me. “Thank you for writing it.”
Discover the joy of sobriety. Listen to my interview with Melinda Hammond—https://writerontheroad.com/128-name-poison-writers-alcohol-creative-muse-cassandra-gaisford/
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