My Wife Stopped Drinking Alcohol | Intentional Living

[@leraydoo1]

Also recently stopped drinking, mainly coz I felt really convicted in my spirit and also I felt like I was living a double life. Saturdays I would drink and get tipsy at braais, then Sundays I'm lifting my hands high praising Jesus. I was like nope, I need to decide to do one, cannot do both. It's not easy though, I still crave alcohol, especially on weekends. But God has been so good and has helped me fight the urge to drink each time. So Steph, you've got this girl!

[@divinepeaceInternational]

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[@matselaneelizabeth9780]

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[@MakomaKgatla]

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[@innowlelaka1913]

Ishuu, are you me right now 🥲

[@LungisileHadebe]

What I do when I crave alcohol or the taste I buy non alcoholic drinks or have my juice in a glass wine (apparently your mind registers it in a different way try it ) I totally get what you are saying

[@happym3585]

I’ve never met a person that quits alcohol and regrets their decision 👏🏻

[@NokuphiwaM]

Your story is almost identical to mine. I started drinking and partying at a young age, still very functional until I was 25. Made very bad decisions while drunk, got sick etc. I cut down but found the Lord at 23. I got baptised on the 30th of October 2022 and had my last drink on the 29th of October 2022 and asked God to be with me because I had been fantasising about quitting alcohol for three years. I know there are mixed ideas about alcohol and Christianity, but I had a conviction that I can’t fulfil God’s plan for my life while drinking. It’s been 10 months and God is helping me, because the flesh is weak as I still crave alcohol

[@Cle4eva1]

I quit social media in 2020. My son started Grade R. I wanted to be present when he started his schooling career. I had Facebook, Instagram, Hangouts. I had the fear I would miss out on a lot of things, not staying "updated enough" with my family. I deleted all my accounts, I only have WhatsApp & LinkedIn. I used to be tired all the time & I couldn't understand why? When I deleted the accounts I had more time & I would fall asleep earlier. A few days later it dawned on me all the time I had to do other things. I do miss Facebook now & then when I miss my families in other cities. But yet I gained so much more, precious time with my son. Am I sorry I deleted all social media? No. Thank you for sharing💟.

[@mbalixaba9039]

This is such a relatable content. I relate cause I stopped drinking alcohol in 2021 and i never looked back. i find that i hear God's voice more clearer now and I'm so much happier and healthier then ever 🙌❤️

[@divinepeaceInternational]

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[@JustLucyBrown]

Once you've applied discipline to one area of your life,you will see it come through in other areas of your life. Heard that one very well Ma'am 👏

[@busisiwedlamini437]

I’m on my 18th day alcohol free. I had a deep conviction and would feel so guilty after drinking. Through my journey of struggling to stop I realized I’m an emotional drinker . I didn’t like alcohol that much but I found it comforting. Once I realized my why , it was a bit easier to actually stop . The journey is difficult but therapy is helping

[@zikonanyakakhe7989]

I used to love wine amongst other drinks but when i saw the Enyobeni incident that happened July 2022 in East London and also being a parent of a 12 year old i just knew it was time to stop. I dont know how but God has been able to sustain me thus far and since then ive never had an urge to drink.

[@audreytotheworld1922]

Maaaaaaaan! I really wanted to hear this,ijooooooooo! I really need to curb my use of social media. Sometimes I reach for my phone as soon as I open my eyes to check emails and read news and like Hungs said,you are putting your body through a rollercoaster of emotions before you are out of bed and sometimes you even forget to thank the Lord that you are awake,alive and fully functional. Great seeing you both,i have missed you and I will be eagerly waiting for that "anyday,anytime" postings 😅😅😅😅 Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed week ahead ❤❤.

[@keneilwemolomo1774]

Can't get over how beautiful Steph is🥰, Rhulani has a gorgeous mother no🧢😝😅❤. Thank you guys for blessing my Tuesday🥺🔥 Love yall

[@Tselane]

this is the confirmation i needed , thank you so much for this video . social media has me wrapped around its fingers i can not even have a productive day , i can not even do a simple chore like washing dishes. this is where my journey of social media detox starts . i pray and hope i see the light and change . thank you once more for this lovely video

[@nomsafelly2532]

I can relate.. I deleted TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. I’m feeding my mind with information that inspire me.. that feeds my mind with positivity.. I’m happy so far.

[@MotherMogashoa_Mmathapelo]

I quit Twitter earlier this year, I deleted instagram and Facebook few weeks back. I will definitely return to instagram and facebook, but Twitter I'm completely done with it.. I struggle a lot with social media addiction, Its such a huge struggle.

[@roselineuiras8603]

This hit home for me. It’s very important to sit with oneself to ask the important questions.

[@sitshengisomabhena931]

Stephanie i really adore you for saying this in the presence of your hubby,how innocent,Hungani love her even more,God bless this couple abundantly

[@BooBeanz]

Laziness for me is the hardest thing to let go of I feel safer doing nothing ❤

[@nonhlanhlangwenya3124]

There’s calmness & peace that’s tangible in you Mrs Ndlovu. Keep pressing into God.

[@nsilolo5974]

God is soo Good ya'll, he led me to this chanel 1st episode i have ever watched and its this one specifically that speaks to what im going through, i have felt convicted to stop drinking alcohol for many years, i decided to stop 6 months ago. Im just so glad i was led to a like minded person who's on the same journey as i am, i dont have anyone that i can speak to regarding this journey and that can fully understand, all of my friends drink. Coming across this channel was like God encouraging me in a subtle way. I relate a 100% with Steph. God continue to use you and hubby as his vessels.

[@victorianameneverner8922]

This hit home. I agree 🎉❤ Keep on Steph lm with you on no alcohol since 2021 I'm intentional on the social media addiction and being focused in completing my PhD Thank you for the motivation

[@MaleboOldjohnTsindi]

I quit alcohol for a year before getting married and when I came back to it, I couldn't drink my favorite which was a savannah. I still drink and stop whenever I want to. I think me stopping was the very reason that alcohol sort of controlled me and I didn't like how I behaved when drunk. Now I am able to control myself, so the break was to get my reasons right as to why I am drinking because I too started way young

[@bernicejeffries3224]

This is such a wholesome mindfulness story time. Love it thank you guys. So pleasantly surprised to see that there's actually a few of us embarking on this alcohol less journey. Very encouraging

[@MrsJay-il5db]

Informative and insightful conversation, praying that God sustain you on your journey. Thanks Steph for uplifting women through difficult seasons. 🙌🏼🙌🏼❤️

[@merceydezmorrisonmodisaken4566]

Ag mahn just love how you guys never shy away from being vulnerable with the online family and I love that so so much it makes us relate to you guys as people that go through the same things we go through on a day to day . Thank you for being who and what you both are loads of love ❤

[@lethabolekalakala6652]

Congratulations Steph💃💃💃 I'm super proud of you. remember that change comes with a bit of loneliness hence you feel a bit incomplete at times.

[@MotherMogashoa_Mmathapelo]

First of all, I appreciate how soft spoken both of you are. Thank you for this video, it was just another way of God's ways of communicating with me. Lol He's beeeeen talking to me about my social media and SLEEP addiction. Steph mentioning time as a "GIFT" went straight to my soul. Lol this entire video is a sermon.. Thank you

[@MolateloSekopane-vq9kd]

I started alcohol when I was so young,but now decided to be lyk alcohol ain't for me.....4 months without drinking alcohol and some people are lyk no we will see December what you'll be doing,but I didn't say that I'm taking break from alcohol but I'm stopping to drink alcohol,you inspire me Steph and thank you for being the person you are

[@kgomotsosetsio]

Im currently going through the same phase of my life,i have stopped drinking for about a month now because i got sick.But i find myself asking myself if i really need to start drinking again,Im working on my relationship with God and i feel like this is one step in the right direction and i should just keep it off.For me to be albe to be a whole month sober is a miracle on its own because i can drink shame🙃. I honestly pray once i get better and i make a decision to stop drinking not because im forced to but because i want to stop and be a better me in this walk im taking with my God.

[@betwaypremclips]

Hungani looks at Steph with so much respect 🥺❤️

[@porschegriffin9646]

Strongholds are no joke! I am glad that you are in the discernment process!

[@aphelelesibali6355]

What an amazing amazing video❤️. One needed, with so much depth and truth. I love. Well Fam I’m also on on a journey of living intentionally. I’ve set aside time each and everyday to spend studying the Word of God in order to deepen my relationship with him

[@chiyedzawchigwedere4314]

This was so good to watch as I've also let go of the devil's lettuce, which had become a horrible daily habit but 5 months in and I don't think I'll ever go back. Next on the list is alcohol. All the best on your journey Steph

[@kamogelomathulwe9596]

"Sometimes it's not obsession , it's worshipping that certain thing"

[@mphomasiphole2627]

It's Steph giving us a whole sermon there at the end for me❤

[@Miss_DeeW]

Firstly Steph is really beautiful ❤, and I can totally relate to Hungani, never really thought of the effect of consuming all this content that is so different one after the other and what it does to your mind, spirit and how you feel throughout the day. Something I’m also working on.

[@thandomagadla8437]

I've been trying to quit . My 'why' is , I realized I suffer from social anxiety , and alcohol makes me calm and comfortable around people .However I feel terrible the day after ; I become sick for days , I can't work , I can't eat , I have bad dreams , I feel disconnected from God . My skin goes dry I can count a lot . The cost for drinking is just too high than the pleasure I get from it. That is why I am deciding , I quit ! I want to be mindful and intentional about my decisions !

[@siphe_pal]

I stopped drinking this year. My last drink was on the 18th of March. I realize that spending time alone for me meant having a drink by myself and now that I’ve stopped drinking I have to find other ways of spending time by myself and not getting bored. I realized that I hate how I feel the day after drinking and how unproductive drinking is. I realized that I have an amazing personality and I’m still fun without the alcohol therefore there’s no need for me to drink. I looked at people who are twice my age who don’t drink and I realized they have a different kind of glow & their energy radiation is different & this is what I want for myself. I also know that I don’t want to be a mother that drinks alcohol (this decision stems from a memory in my childhood & is therefore personal). All the above mentioned came down to me asking myself “what kind of a woman/mother/wife/human do I want to become in future and what steps can I start taking towards becoming that person?”.

[@siphe_pal]

I sometimes crave a drink because I’m used to drinking when I’m too stressed or just wrote a hard exam so I’m still figuring out how I can “relax & unwind” without alcohol. You’re not alone & you made a great decision for yourself. Spiritually? The benefits are amazing!!!

[@pontsocoetzee3690]

I'd do it out of boredom also coz for so many years I used to live alone so when I got home from work and I'm bored I'd do it..then I realised it's because of boredom and also when I'm too bored I get depressed and then drinking would give me that excitement for then but then again the next day like you I'd feel really crappy worse than before and would swear never to drink again..but I think my problem is mainly depression drinker so now I get myself busy to avoid triggers etc and it works

[@lifewithniahxr9489]

Thank you for the info. I am still fighting a hard battle and this showed me just how deep-rooted it is. God continue to bless you and enlarge your family territories Steph!

[@prettymngomamngoma6461]

I've been a person who loved to help a lot, lately I've discovered that I have forgotten who I am and wat I love after I've learned that helping others had become an obligation, it felt like a duty and I was unhappy... I recently let go of many relationship whom I think were toxic ND build more close one wd God... through this journey it became clear to m dat drinking was not my thing I jc found myself doing it and am praying that I go back to who I am ND quit being someone else.

[@moniquejacobs256]

This was so good can't wait for more content..... Teddy Pendergrass when somebody loves you back, top track

[@q.7628]

Not 60/40, not 70/ 30 I'm talking about 50/50 kinda love! That's a jam!

[@chippomchenga8215]

Just got reminded of why I love you guys! ❤Thank You

[@sanelisiwenyathi7053]

I put a pause in relationship. I had gotten to a point where I couldn’t find myself without a partner and feel that “emptiness”. Getting to know myself through God’s eyes now. That relationship marathon left scars too. I relate with this

[@thulaniziba3562]

This video is so timely, i literally noted down and told myself that i will stop drinking alcohol two weeks ago. I have always had this strong conviction but this time since i have taken my relationship with God on another level so alcohol and being spirit filled don't align. Also, it's not likd I'm a heavy drinker and can't do without it, mostly it wax just FOMO really and because i started drinking really really young and I'm almost 30.

[@innowlelaka1913]

Firstly, we are appreciative of your sit-downs. They high key feels like therapy... I am actually struggling as well with alcohol and I have made excuses as to noo I'mma drink only wine after being convicted by the holy spirit, coming across such videos of testimonies, and receiving all sorts of spiritual teachings. Let me be obedient 🤕❤

[@buyaza8918]

Yhoooo! I bloody needed this, this hit my soul like a double edged sword, thanks guys.🎉

[@AneleMadala]

I so relate to you Steph. Been feeling like that for the longest time and I guess pregnancy played a part in slowing me down, making me realize I don't need to drink. Hopefully I will eventually stop drinking.

[@thandekadlamini2816]

I can 100% relate to this intentional living is necessary especially in this day and age when so much is available, so much is accessible.

[@classicnkosi3413]

Love that Steph, quiting alcohol is something that i really desire for myself bit yeah.... SO Hungani please no more buying alcohol in the house

[@adv.tebellomatsela]

I can totally RELATE to Steph❤ even when I was not getting drunk I would be asking myself “why is it difficult to let it go?” And I think the Holy Spirit would show to me that anything I can’t let go is an idol! I am studying towards my PhD and even though the journey is tough, me letting go of alcohol has been a huge advantage to my health and focus ❤ May God give you strength to continue! Love you guys ❤

[@thandekadlamini2816]

All the best with the PhD sis.

[@adv.tebellomatsela]

@@thandekadlamini2816 thank you sis ❤️

[@joycechirongoma8414]

This is deep. I have never taken alchol but surely there is stuff i need to take stock of and detox from....thanks...m inspired. Well done Steph

[@sithuthukilezama8744]

Great one! I think I want to actually start and be consistent with my hobbies. I have a tendency to isolate and eat a lot of junk. Having good hobbies and habits.. can change one’s health and wellness. I’m game for the journey! Thank you Ndlovu’s!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@ontlametseseletswane3125]

Lol, for me to actually stop drinking was because of the fact that I had to relocate after my Matric. So post my matric I had to move from home and relocate to varsity at that time I was away from my peers and my friends and I got the opportunity to discover my truest self. I really think initially I started drinking because of my peers in high school and because after my matric I was all alone I had the opportunity to find myself and that is when I discovered that actually i don't like alcohol. It was an easy decision for me to take because as I have alluded I did not like nor enjoy alcohol at all. Fast forward 3 years later, still sober and proud of being myself.

[@AudioNotes_Lyrics]

Same here… I don’t even like drinking but just cos it’s Friday night I’ll have that urge to just go get a bottle of wine and just drink while doing laundry etc … I don’t like it, I haven’t been able to stop though, I don’t know how to… I only drink on weekends ( Friday and Saturday) but but sometimes I feel like an addict…

[@muciikujoyce]

100% relate and on the same journey of alcohol/substance conviction. I don't focus on the 1yr or 1 month goal, but more on just making the right decision for this moment & today - before you know it, it's been a lifetime since I had anything, and God is faithful, he provides a way out, so that we can stand up under it (1st Corinthians 10:13) , everytime.

[@JeanPito-k1x]

That was powerful 👏 may God bless you 🙏❤ thank you so much

[@mookgomolisalife]

Last year around June/July I got so sick from just 1 can of cider that I even got hospitalized then I recovered then went back to drinking in Nov but the Lord clearly spoke to me and said "Why do you drink Mo" then I ignored it 🙃 I drank again on Christmas (literally had 5 cans of cider) the following day I got sick again and spoke through my mom "Again why do you drink".....he he I didn't stop but I'd drink and not get drunk ,then on my cousin's 16th of April 2023 (Easter weekend) the conviction was so intense that I stopped and even gave some of the alcohol I had not opened to one of my cousins and never looked back again. I know it's a long story but God does give us nudges about things we need to stop doing so this was my story and honestly the best decision ever because 1stly I am a ball of energy fun in general didn't need to drink to have fun and 2ndly I HATED spending money on alcohol, NEVER even wanted to see a drop of it when I'm stressed or going through the most.

[@mandisamtsweni3465]

Thank you so much for your transparency. Thank you for letting courage and boldness to overcome any shame or anxiety. Remember that your openness also transforms others.

[@akhonashazi7942]

What we desire the most is what we pay attention to the most!! I love that Steph 🥹👏❤️

[@letshegomancoe4481]

It's been seven years and 5 months for me. It was also a personal conviction. I don't miss it.

[@betwaypremclips]

Welldone 🥺❤️

[@KaraboM]

Steph ALWAYS speaks so well and really is wise❤️ loved this conversation. Thank you guys💕💕

[@MarthaNKuunamwene]

Loved every part of this. I think I have that exact social media addiction and to be honest its dangerous and I have to start the journey of overcoming my addiction 😢

[@MakomaKgatla]

This is a confirmation for me, i stopped drinking alcohol around April and yes I do crave but I discipline myself, I am also on social media fast from the 1st of September I deleted everything except KZbin because I want to watch sermons but I go on KZbin at lest once a day and am loving this for myself Am on a journey to getting close to God and I am prioritising my relationship with God, so I’ve cut down a lot of things to focus on him

[@sicelokuhlembhele8777]

Funny how I was convincing myself to get back into alcohol and then i come past this video its been a whole year without it and im not missing anything about it i really relate with you when you said you sometimes feel like theres something missing buh also going back to that isnt worth it, thank you soo much for your transparency ❤❤

[@nduminelana]

I get extremely excited when I get that notification! 🙃♥♥

[@genzim1963]

What an educative discussion ❤. Thanks guys for such an informative episode 👏🏾

[@diatlehokolisang84]

Relatable. Listening to this, for me, it started as a sabbatical where I stopped for over a year. I enjoy wine and I love how it tastes, so I didn’t want to say forever. Since the sabbatical, I find myself drinking less and less, I am also a happy drinker (don’t drink when I am not okay). At this moment in my life, I have no reason why I’d I want to stop forever. I drink very seldom, I go weeks or months without. The area of my life I know it’s being challenged is celibacy 😢

[@nthabisengntsele4365]

I am so glad I watched this, because I feel exactly the same way Steph feels about alcohol, I now know what I need to do, thanks Steph

[@Nokuthaba_M]

This got me reflecting on my social media content intake and I wasn’t pleased at all at how it’s sky rocketed .Thank you for an insightful eye opener

[@MotherMogashoa_Mmathapelo]

My problem too. I've toned down a little but I'm still consuming more social media content than I should.

[@betwaypremclips]

Hungani looks at Steph with so much respect 🥺❤️

[@noxolomzamo7143]

I’ve missed such from you two 🥺 Thank you so much 🙏🏾 Also Steph, you look amazing 🤩

[@RosalinaJose-e9n]

I loved this wow beautiful couple. Loved the last part of the singing was very funny

[@mabuyidlamini9016]

Not Hungani brushing his beard in a middle of a deep conversation 😅

[@TheNdlovusUncut]

He’s so serious about it😂😋

[@cailanverinick]

I am definitely that person who relates to Steph..Thank you for this I needed it.❤

[@AudioNotes_Lyrics]

I love these types of relatable content … Real people stuff !!!!

[@nokuthulamthimkhulu8008]

This is actually what almost all of us are going through for me currently it's a romantic relationship where i just need to dig deep it actually different areas in our life's for different people

[@SIMPLYBASSIE]

Rhulani's parents ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊 good to see you

[@temusamatsebula7714]

I love you Mrs Steph, your honesty and transparency is liberating me.

[@MichelleMdledle]

Thanks for your testimony. It is a journey and there are more things that you'll discover along the way 💛💛💛

[@keneilwemolomo1774]

Yay💃💃☺ I screamed when I saw its 29 minutes long. Love it❤

[@sinazoboyana2245]

I have been reluctant to stop drinking and I have felt guilty after drinking and I would commit to stop and would not buy it but when I come across people who offer a good drink I would instantly change my. Am glad you touched on this if it's hard to let go it's a problem ❤❤❤

[@sinazomakwe342]

when watching your videos I know I will come out with some educational information. Thank you.

[@edenngomorecipes]

wow Congratulations Steph💃💃

[@nthabisengletsoalo5738]

Beautiful storyline.

[@nokomacheke6927]

The first thing I check is the length of the video and thank god is a real story time ❤❤😂

[@TheNdlovusUncut]

😂😂😂 you like our long videos

[@nokomacheke6927]

@@TheNdlovusUncut The OG’s like my self like them😅❤️

[@nokomacheke6927]

@@TheNdlovusUncutonly The OG’s love these videos 😂❤️❤️

[@temusamatsebula7714]

A hundred 💯 percent relate with Steph. Thank you Hun! ❤

[@thandekadlamini]

I've been feeling strongly convicted against the books that I read (nothing wrong with them) but as a bookworm, God asked me which voices were loudest in my head. I just started solemnly reading Christian books and books written by Christian authors. I don't know why I had to stop reading my memoirs and top notch novels but I'll obey.

[@phenyomoshia]

I also stopped reading secular books a year ago but I find it hard to finish Christian books.

[@philanzimande2523]

Love to see u guys bk again

[@Tee-md1bv]

I feel so convicted about taking a break off social media😭

[@NtokozoPearlKhaula-et3vi]

I like this topic i need it really.May almighty God help me to stop all the demonic things i angeg myself to.

[@ThezoekindofLife]

For me id always break my champagne glasses and I knew that the holyspirit is speaking .There was just too many episodes of breaking glasses .

[@Thee-elegant-carrie58]

The intro ❤❤❤❤🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@mpholegwaila9077]

Niiiice 🥰🥰🥰😇 really needed this 🙏

[@itumelengpule9073]

This is very true hey, with me it's procrastination year in year out and it's not healthy at all as I've unconsciously made it a part of who I am...

[@keotshepilemolongwane9015]

It's like you knew I needed to hear this,,,I haven't been enjoying alcohol also n will definitely stop drinking it too but will try by taking a break ,,see how it goes n then eventually stop entirely

[@jannelsjournal]

Patiently waiting 🤩🎉❤ #ndlovugang #notification_gang

[@TasminBota]

Intentional living is life changing

[@Baby_gurll309]

Can we just stop to appreciate how Stephanie is looking gorgeous 🎉

[@ntandokazipriscillakabini6456]

I really enjoyed watching this🥰❤️thank you for the content that you guys serve

[@davidtmasomera]

Social media, took a break from most social media platforms Instagram, tik tok, twitter eg except for KZbin since I use it for studies and educational purposes and also feel like it adds positively to my life 👊

[@nelisiwefisiwenkosi5004]

I can relate to Steph story I started drinking at a very young age but when I got saved and spent more time in the word I found myself no longer needing a drink to have fun or function and today I have been sober for more than 10yrs even when I'm around people drinking alcohol there's absolutely nothing that makes me drink I will gladly have my juice.

[@kgletso]

The way she looks at Hungs...🔥🔥🔥💯

[@mandyg5322]

Beautiful couple. Awesome topic. What more could one ask for?! 😉😜 Thank you for this video guys.

[@brandymaruapula3586]

Good to see you fam

[@akhonashazi7942]

We love you so much Ndlovu’s Uncut 😍❤️ Thank You Holy Spirit!!