Kate Hannah, an elementary school teacher, finds her life at a crossroad due to her rampant alcoholism. Alongside her husband Charlie, who also indulges in heavy drinking, Kate navigates through daily life with a casual acceptance of her addiction. However, the ramifications of her alcohol abuse become increasingly severe, leading to embarrassing public incidents and dire professional consequences. Her world begins to unravel as her drinking habit intrudes on her responsibilities at work, culminating in a moment of humiliating clarity when she vomits in front of her students.

Determined to seek change, Kate finds an unlikely ally in her school's vice principal, Mr. Davies, who recognizes her struggle and offers support. With his encouragement, she tentatively steps onto the path of sobriety, attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and attempting to come to terms with her dependency. Her new lifestyle, however, puts a strain on her relationship with Charlie, who continues to drown in his own alcoholic escapades. As Kate's journey to recovery moves forward, she faces the challenge of building a life that no longer revolves around the next drink.