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Even under normal circumstances (no COVID) the holidays can bring on some serious stress for many. Between seeing (or not seeing) extended family, and not always making the best food choices, it’s no wonder anxiety is through the roof over the holiday season. Throw a global pandemic into the equation, and you got yourself a down-right sh*tshow. Certain things like your grandma telling the same story for the gazillionth time or your parents arguing over how to properly carve a turkey are out of your control. But there are things you can control and prepare for. Setting yourself up for…

Daybreaker is one of the best mindful dance parties on the planet. Here’s everything you need to know about how to experience this inspiring international event.

Sober Curator, Janeill speaks her truth and shares her path to sobriety in the inspirational essay, 100 Stones

The Phoenix is helping people rise above addiction by building community with virtual and in person events.

Recovery Month is a national observance held every September. The goal is to educate Americans that treatment and mental health services can help people live healthy and rewarding lives. Ironically, I didn’t find out about Recovery Month until after I got sober. I certainly could have benefitted from this message during my drinking days.  So, from now on, I’m doubling down with you, my fellow recovery warriors. Let’s get up, get involved, and let our recovery flags fly!  That’s probably going a bit overboard but I’m making up for lost time. You can too with these fantastic ways to help observe the occasion. Reading in…

Home for the holidays “Home for the Holidays” will take on an entirely different meaning this year. Due to COVID-19, travel restrictions and self-quarantines will prevent many families from being together. By the time November rolls around many families will have been at home together for over 245 days. This could be a recipe for some not-so-jolly days at a time of the year when we traditionally want to be merry. But don’t worry! Good home cooking always has a way of making things better and can improve even the worst home quarantine situation. The Sober Curator is offering you an…

Pregnancy, Recovery, and a Pandemic If you had asked me years ago if I were capable and responsible enough to bring another human into the world, the answer would have been a resounding “HELL NO.” On my best day, my most significant show of responsibility was brushing my teeth. So, the first thought when I saw the double lines on that pregnancy test was not precisely joy. Don’t get me wrong, I did cry tears of utter happiness, but my first thought was fear. Am I good enough to be a mom? Will my past mistakes bring some form of…

Check out the evocative murals created by Dallas Army of Artists to help a city heal by turning brokenness into beauty.

Go Deep! Deep Ellum, that is You’re not hungover so get up and start early at Mokah Coffee Bar in Deep Ellum. Established in 1873, this neighborhood is now one of the most vibrant entertainment districts in Dallas. Known for live music venues, street performers, galleries, and performance art, it attracts quite a lively crowd. But no worries, you’ll have it mostly to yourself on Sunday morning. It’s the perfect time to get plenty of Insta-worthy shots of colorful murals adorning most buildings between Malcolm X and Good Latimer on Commerce, Main, and Elm starting with a gorgeous Brinston on…

Time in quarantine has been somewhat of an enigma – kind of like dog years vs human years. It’s been 5 months, but it feels like 5 years. On the

Music can instantly transport you to another state and alter your mood in a heartbeat. So, of course, we’re creating the ultimate sober playlist.  If there is a song that