One of the nicest presents you can give yourself is to stop drinking. I could write a book on why this occurs, but today I want to concentrate on the advantages of sobriety for your health. …

Whether it’s at home or at school, many kids and young adults in recovery miss out on opportunities to hang out with their friends because of the stigma around drug use and addiction. …

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to recovery, and even if you are able to pinpoint when you first began using drugs or alcohol, it can still be difficult to know if you’re on the right track after you stop. The following answers to frequently asked questions about rehab and the…

I have been sober for three years now. And while sobriety has been a blessing, it hasn’t always been easy. I’ve learned a lot of things along the way that have helped me stay on the path to recovery, but there isn’t a magic pill! If you’re struggling with addiction…

If you have ever heard of the Sober Curious Movement and wondered what it was all about, then this is the blog post for you. Mindful drinking is a term that grew out of the sober curious movement, and we’ll explore what it means as well as why it’s a…

Spring break is the perfect time to get away from the rigors of life, but for those who are sober or in recovery, spring break can pose new challenges that must be faced head-on. If you’ve recently quit drinking or using drugs, do not feel like an outsider at spring…

I know what you’re thinking: “I can’t even imagine having fun without alcohol.” I’ve been there. It’s hard to picture a night out without some kind of buzz. But it’s also possible to have fun without drinking, and here are my tricks for doing just that. Set your intention. Setting your intention is…

College is meant to be the best four years of your life. You’re free to experiment and explore new things, but it can also be a stressful time as you try to find yourself and make friends. For some people, that means drinking—and lots of it. (I know for me…

It’s important to maintain your sobriety, but there’s no reason you can’t have fun or socialize with friends when you’re sober. In fact, being sober gives you a chance to make new friends and connect with people in ways that weren’t possible when drinking. Here are 15 ways to make…