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Not Even Wine

With Dinner

Have you ever questioned your relationship with alcohol - or wanted more out of life than just another round? NEWWD is for anyone who's sober curious or just looking for some positive vibes regarding self-esteem, sobriety, and starting over.

We speak, write, and share straightforward talk about wellness, drinking, sobriety, and mental health, especially for us humans over 50.

Everything we do is sprinkled with a little bit of humor and sarcasm because life is hard enough; let's try to lighten the heavy loads.

Come on over, bring your coffee, and join us in the NEWWD.

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Sobriety Starter Kit

You’re here because you want something better than the usual “just quit drinking” advice.


This starter kit is designed for anyone who wants to feel confident, clear-headed, and fully alive — no wine needed.


Take these 5 simple steps, one day at a time, and start building a stronger, more vibrant you.

Founder Kristen Crisp wearing a denim jacket and white tshirt

Hi, I'm Kristen.

Your wellness guide & sobriety cheerleader.

Not Even Wine With Dinner began as I set out on my own journey toward sobriety. After decades of using alcohol to cope—and losing my big sister to cirrhosis—I knew something had to change. Not just for me, but so I could turn my experience, heartache, and creativity into something that helps others.

I’ve always loved being on a kind of stage. Whether through years in retail design, teaching yoga and wellness, or working in humanitarian aid and missions, I’ve always been drawn to connection and storytelling (thanks, ADHD brain).

From that mix of experience and passion, Not Even Wine With Dinner was born—a space for humans, especially in midlife, to rediscover who they are without the numbing, the noise, or the guilt.

I hope that you’ll come along for the journey—and find yourself, and love what you find.

We have something for everyone!

How do I get NEWWD?

Read, Listen & Learn

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BLOG

Kristen shares personal stories, opinions, and essays about life, love, loss, and liquor. Her take on sobriety, drinking, aging, and women's health is slapped with her own brand of humor and sarcasm.

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PODCAST

For those who enjoy listening, learning, and laughing, this podcast is for you—stories and interviews about drinking, sobriety, mental health, and overall wellness. Grab a coffee and join us

in the NEWWD.

COURSES

Easy-to-digest webinars and workshops help you make lasting changes in your life. Wellness, motivation, and meditation techniques are all brought together to help you "Find yourself and love what you find."

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Frequently Asked Questions

A few bits & pieces you might want to know

What is NEWWD?

Not Even Wine With Dinner is a website, blog, and podcast full of stories and information about life, especially for those over 50. We have an emphasis on drinking culture, sobriety, and mental health. Also, we think life is hard enough, so many of the stories and interviews here will have a twist of humor and sarcasm when appropriate to lighten the heavy loads we all tend to carry.

What's NEWWD got for me?

We have a blog full of stories based on the life of NEWWD founder, Kristen Crisp, as well as a podcast, resources, and courses to help humans over 50 make positive changes in their lives. There is something for everyone here!

Why should I consider sobriety?

Let's be real, alcohol doesn't bring anything positive to the party, especially if you're binge drinking or a heavy drinker on your way to AUD (Alcohol Use Disorder). Sobriety is a clear path to a healthier, clearer, happier way of living.

Is NEWWD a recovery program?

No. NEWWD is a site of resources and information with an emphasis on wellness and mindfulness. We are not medical, addiction, or recovery specialists. If you or someone you love needs medical or psychiatric attention, please contact your doctor or call 911.

What's with the name?

When Kristen decided to get sober (the first time), she would repeatedly get asked, "You're not drinking at all? Nothing? Never? Not Even Wine With Dinner?" She was asked that same phrase enough times that it stuck. After several years of using it as her blog pen name, it has shifted from a comment into a movement.

The anagram NEWWD wasn't planned, but fit perfectly with the vibe of Kristen's personality.

And I mean, come on, isn't it great?

In case you're wondering,

Why should I hang out here in the NEWWD?

Just a few goodies we have up our sleeves

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