Based on the dark comedic thriller The Flight Attendant by New York Times best-selling author Chris Bohjalian, this break out hit on HBO Max is a binge worthy series of how an entire life can change in one night.
Author: Alysse Bryson
Alysse Bryson
Alysse Bryson is a strong woman in recovery, an innovative media maven, marketing guru, and gal about town. "I'm just a laid-back old school Seattlite...with sober superpowers. You can take the girl out of the party, but you can't take the party out of the girl."
We sat down with Tonya De’Laine, Founder of the Facebook Group Soul Shack Sisters to get the 4-1-1 on everything she’s up to and it’s a lot! Tonya is a woman in recovery (class of June 201😊8) that offers Wellness, Meditation, and Clarity Coaching. She’s got a SoulRenity Shop that carries handmade Chakra Balancing & Healing Bracelets (the proceeds benefit other women in early recovery) and she just started a brand new podcast called you guessed it…Soul Shack Sisters. Not only that, she does chakra readings, she’s an esthetician, she lives for her yoga time, she’s a wife, she’s a…
Tropicana, if you are reading this, let me give you some unsolicited advice. Fire your creative agency and pull this campaign immediately. You are completely tone-deaf to what is going on in the world. Your juice isn’t worth the squeeze.
This hoppy, non-alcoholic IPA from Lagunitas Brewing Company is out now and it’s been a long-time coming! Getting IPNA full-flavored & hop-forward (and with low calories), was no small task. Lagunitas spotted a need for a N/A craft beer that’s both full-flavored and hop-forward. They worked tirelessly to get the hoppy flavors up to their craft beer standards. How long did it take to brew this bad boy? It took them over a year to perfect this brewer-led labor of love. Have you been missing the full flavor, hops-forward malt beverage but without the buzz? Then this may just be…
F*cking Sober Podcast is the unflinching first person narrative of Anita Drake’s first 90 days of getting sober in NYC. (See what they did there? Say her name slowly…Anita Drake … I-need-a-drink LOL!) And that’s just the beginning of the cleverness this podcast is about to serve up.
Hillbilly Elegy is a heartbreaking tale of a family in constant crisis due to the consequences of addiction and violence in the home. This story is based on the memoir published by J.D.Vance in 2016. When you pop the popcorn and settle in with this Netflix film, be sure you also have the Kleenex nearby. This film is a tear jerker and at times is quite painful to watch. Anyone triggered by films with drug use and domestic violence should probably find something else to Netflix and chill with. The plot A Yale law student drawn back to his hometown…
YANA makes finding a path to healthy living easy to start, simple to understand, and with recovery on your terms.
An up-close portrait of the mind of an addict, Tiffany Jenkins captivates in her memoir High Achiever.
Everyone has those hard to shop for people in their life. We’ve curated unique and funky gifts that you may just want to #addtocart.
Ice-Ice Baby! There is no reason at all to miss out on the craft ice craze just because you don’t consume alcohol.
We’ve curated a great list of holiday beverages and gift ideas for all those special sober someone’s in your life (or maybe just for you!)
Applause for Braunwyn Windham-Burke, cast member of The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 15 for finally bringing reality to reality TV. If I had a reality TV spirit animal, it would be Braunwyn. You may wonder why I deem myself authorized to make such a grand statement for a woman I have never met in person. Let me go ahead and break it down for you. Housewives franchise TV watcher 101 The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 1, the original of the housewives franchise that has made Bravo what it is today, started airing shortly before I got…
You’re sober not boring! Give the gift of fun with this top 12 list of entertaining gift items for the sober person in your life that is still going to party on!
In a culture where self-care and minding your mind-body balance can feel like a full-time job, Weller CBD Sparkling Water believes the feel-good-feeling that comes with wellness should be available to everyone, anywhere. When I found out this company was headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, I already knew I was going to love the product. Boulder is a magical place. Weller figured out how to put that magic in a can. Welcome to Weller If you are looking for a water beverage with zippy bubbles, zero calories, zero carbs, and zero sugars than this is the sparkling water for you. Each…
Kin Spritz, the most popular product in the Kin family, is a sparkling euphoric crafted with fresh citrus, warm spice, hibiscus, and ginger. They claim that they did the work so you can focus on play. So what exactly does that mean? Kin believes fantasy is created in the moment. They promise their products will bestow the joy you desire and the pleasure you deserve daily. Kin trusts in the power of our collective consciousness to shape the future of social connection. They call this path: euphoros. Meaning of the word “euphoros” New Latin, from Greek “euphoros” – A state…
Selfie-care is more important than ever! Check out these 12 curated self care gift ideas. You may just want to snag one for yourselfie!
Making the most of the holidays with 12 Sustainable Gifts ideas for the Sober people in your life curated just for you!
Holiday gifts for the sober people in your life that still enjoy a nice., alcohol-free beverage – why not buy them super fun and unique glassware?
We make a mean mocktail and to do it right, you need the right accessories. Check out these 12 favorite barware accessories for your zero proof recipes!
Craft alcohol-free recipes are having a moment and we are here for it. We’ve spent too many years sipping on lemon water or coffee at holiday gatherings. Hello! We’re sober but we are far from being boring.
Art therapy is a technique rooted in the idea that creative expression can foster healing and mental well-being. Getting sober takes courage. Henri Matisse said “Creativity takes courage.” Giving the gift of art and play is a great idea this holiday season.
We curated 12 fun and unique advent calendar for this years holiday season.
Meet Kentucky 74, a first-of-its-kind, non-alcoholic distilled spirit for your favorite bourbon zero-proof cocktails. Underpinned by the familiar, whiskey-warmed notes of caramel, vanilla, and oak, Kentucky 74 allows consumers to enjoy the familiar comforts of a barrel-aged spirit, without the intoxicating effects or the accompanying ethanol burn. And guess what? The Sober Curator got an early taste test and we’re here for it! This new brand may have been founded in 2019, but its efforts started long before that. Three entrepreneurs and entertainers, Lauren, Abbey, and Lexie, with a love for Bourbon Country, created Spiritless because they believe that less…
More often than not, addiction is an underlying current in the storyline of many movies and TV shows. Have you ever noticed? Not a person in recovery from addiction? Then you may not appreciate the level of detail that goes into the acting that the addicted character plays. This action thriller featuring Jessica Chastain, lead actress in the new movie AVA on Amazon Prime, nails her performance as a woman afflicted with PTSD and addiction. John Malkovich plays Duke, Ava’s handler and father figure that helps her get sober. Here’s what we know from watching the trailer… Ava is a…
Sober virtual BINGO ladies’ night? Count me IN! Since launching The Sober Curator, I have been actively following sober accounts on Instagram. In fact, one of the first blog posts I wrote was about the top sober Instagram accounts to follow. You can read that one here if you want. I’ve started following so many more since then, I probably need to do another post of more accounts I’ve been following. One of those is called New Fashioned Sobriety. They describe themselves as an Alcohol-free community for sober + sober-curious women based in Wisconsin. You can join them for meetups…
In the world of Quit-Lit book reviews, Beachglass by Wendy Blackburn shines as a vivid and poignant narrative chronicling the arduous journey of a woman facing life’s battles. This novel holds a special place in my heart, as it was the very first book I immersed myself in during the early days of my sobriety back in 2006. Offering a raw glimpse into the inner workings of AA meetings and the ongoing struggle to attain and preserve sobriety, Beachglass captivates with its gritty portrayal of resilience. When I’m not juggling various responsibilities, you’ll often find me engrossed in a tangible…
I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect when my sampler box of Recess, a new sparkling-water beverage infused with hemp extract and adaptogens, arrived at my humble abode. That said, I am a sucker for great branding and packaging. The Recess brand has that part nailed down with a modern whimsy vibe. Honestly, I felt calmer just perusing their website with fluffy clouds, clever slogans, and an OPI-inspired pastel color palette. Are you ready to take a recess from the craziness that is 2020? Yeah, me too! The mission of Recess is to help people feel calm, focused, and creative…
Are you ready to get your DIY crafting on? It’s hard to believe it’s almost the holidays. While I’m 100% ready for this year to be over, it’s also been very easy to lose track of time. My 23-year-old has spent his time in the world of Xbox playing with friends, new and old, from all over the world. As for me, I’ve tried all kinds of ways to pass the time. Starting this website was one, but there have also been crafts. So many crafts. There is a little bit of a stereotype that sober people all knit, something…
On a Thursday afternoon this past summer I got my fangirl moment with Lisa Smith, author of Girl Walks Out of Bar. Sitting at my parent’s dining room table in my childhood home, I eagerly waited for Lisa’s zoom box to show she had logged into the call. Armed with questions, I couldn’t believe I would be connecting with her in the middle of a global pandemic. I have read and re-read her memoir many, many times. Lisa’s book resonated with me on so many levels. Many high functioning, successful people hide their addictions to alcohol and drugs. I know…
Alysse B. is here to give you tips and tricks on how to have a spooky and sober Halloween. You’ll still have fun, you can still eat candy and let loose, you’re just going to do it all alcohol-free. Plus, you’ll also be adhering to all of the social distancing rules in place, because we know you want to keep your friends, your family, and even complete strangers safe from Covid-19. 1. Have a sober virtual party with your sober peeps, Hallow-zoom! Yes, I know you probably have Zoom fatigue by now and you’re tired of living inside of the…
