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Breaking the Cycle A Little Faith and A Little Footwork Do you feel like you can’t stop or start something because it’s too late? You are not alone. There are many people who are feeling the same way or even worse and don’t know where to start. Whether you want to quit drinking, achieve new goals, learn new passions, or start living your purpose, there is a better way out. It’s never too late to make that change. Yesterday was the best time, but the next best time is today. Time is a very important asset when it comes to…

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I didn’t plan to be an alcoholic. I didn’t plan to live a life of recovery. But here I am, seven years in, leading a pretty kick-ass life. A better life than the one I contemplated over most nights after a glass or two (Rather, bottle or two) of wine. I thought all of my problems would be solved when… When I got a pay raise. When I got a promotion and found the love of my life, you see the pattern. Once one or all of those conditions were met, I would not have to drink so much. Problem…

Arlina Allen, Host of the One Day at a Time Podcast and Founder of the Sober Life School brings you the ultimate resource guide that is perfect for the first 100 days in recovery. Sober Curator Pro Tip: Even if you’ve been sober longer, you are still going to love this list! A Sober Girls Guide PodcastAddiction UnlimitedBusy Living Sober PodcastConnected Calm LifeCourage to ChangeDopeyHello SomedayKeeping It FrielLife in RecoveryLove SoberPositive Recovery MDRecovery ElevatorRecovery Happy HourRehab ConfidentialSeltzer SquadShe RecoversSober CuriousSober SpeakSoberfulThe Sober GuyThe Addicted MindThe Bubble HourThe Funky Brain PodcastOne Day at a Time PodcastThe Recovery DiariesThe Way OutThis Naked…

Non-alcoholic beverages seem to be all the rage, so I was pumped to try Nashi Orchards Korean Giant Non-Alcoholic Perry which just so happens to be LOCAL!🍐 (to the Pacific Northwest) Welcome to Nashi Orchards on Vashon Island, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary! I got to meet the owners (husband and wife duo) Cheryl Lubbert and perry maker Jim Gerlach, for the launch of their first non-alcoholic line coined the “Hana” series. The first release is a sparkling perry made from 100% Korean Giant Asian pear juice, with no added flavoring. It seriously tastes like Asian pear in a…

It has been 5 years since I drank alcohol. It has been 5 years since I woke up in that jail cell. It has been 5 years of battling and trying to navigate life. It has been 5 years since I made a 5-year plan. In this episode, I want to share with you the five things I have learned in the past five years of being sober. I hope my lessons will help you, whether in your life journey, or the battle to sobriety. SOBER SPOTLIGHT: Jay Chase, Founder of Don’t Touch My Mindset Podcast and Mindset Coach SOBER…

Love being sober and cool jewelry? Then you need to run (not walk) to this URL rehabarbie.com and help this amazing young entrepreneur make her dreams come true. Claire from Rehab Barbie Studios came on the Sober Biz Babe podcast with host and Canadian Sober Curator Brooke Robichaud to chat all about launching her new brand through Kickstarter and why she is doing what she does with her incredibly iconic jewelry line.  #ADDTOCART: Rehab Barbie Kickstarter – Jewelry Inspired by Recovery WALK YOUR TALK: Sober Fashionista Kate Vitela curates our section of the site that celebrates fashion and the role it plays…

Pivotal Moments in life are those moments that change our lives forever. They change the course of who we are and what we do. They often occur at a crossroads in life where we have to choose and take an irrevocable step forward. Pivotal moments can be anything from realizing you have achieved what you want to getting fired from your job to getting married. It’s a turning point that can have both positive and negative impacts. However, they often shape our lives and help us grow as individuals. As we start off the second season of the Don’t Touch…

By Elizabeth Ross Hubbell Growing up in a small town without a lot of money was a motivator for me—to do better in school, to be the first on my mother’s side to finish college, to seek a new life in a vibrant, diverse city on the other side of the country. I leased a top-floor apartment in a boho neighborhood. I educated myself about wine, bought monogrammed linens, and discovered a love of jazz. I was finally an adult and having a blast! As my life progressed from single woman to married professional and my disposable income grew, that…

Mother’s Day is special to me because…I’m a mom. But not only that, it reminds me of why I decided to cut alcohol from my life. If I hadn’t had my son, I’m not quite sure that I’d be a non-drinker today. In fact, I’d probably be going out to bars regularly and trying to relive the glory days of my early 20s. I had a blast back then – but I’m glad I’ve moved on and that I’m living my life alcohol-free. So, back to Mother’s Day – most people who take on the mother role in a child’s…

Sober Biz Babe (and Sober Curator) Brooke Robichaud The Sober Biz Babe is a podcast for sober entrepreneurs who want to build online biz. Brooke Robichaud, the Founder, and Host of Sober Biz Babe Collective is a certified business coach with a background in graphic and web design. She’s here to help you create a thriving business that doesn’t make you feel like crap. She’ll talk about leadership, goal setting, mindset, and how not to burn out while still getting sh*t done. Marketing Guru (and Sober Curator) Carolyn Bunn Carolyn Bunn is a marketing guru who branched out and started…

For sober people, as if trying not to drink isn’t hard enough, we also have to live in a world that is filled with alcohol. It’s everywhere we turn; we can’t get away from it even if we want to. Unless you choose to live off the grid, I suppose. But, if you’re like me and live very much on the grid, you know that having confidence in your choice to live without alcohol doesn’t come easy. Drinking is normal. Not drinking isn’t.As they say in some circles, it works if you work it. The same goes for being secure…

Friendships. What are they? Why do we need them? And why do we get so darn upset when they change? We’re humans, that’s why. And change is hard. Change is uncomfortable. But change is also inevitable, and at times, it’s something we can’t control. Sometimes, change can even be good. The Big Bang Theory – The Friendship Algorithm Let’s Define Friendship What is friendship, anyways? The dictionary has a definition for it, but who cares. We all get to decide for ourselves what it means to be a good friend. We’re all different, which means we have different wants and…

Landmark Recovery Podcast is celebrating its 150th episode with a discussion on the courage of recovery, featuring special guest Dedee Pfeiffer of ABC’s “Big Sky”. A successful actress on the big screen and in regular television roles, Dedee says that her addiction story was not unique: She was a high functioning alcoholic who continued to run from her fear of failure and untreated trauma before asking for help. “Asking for help was one of the most courageous things I’ve ever done in my life. It is hard. So how can something be considered weak when it is hard, and you…

Wow. Four whole years without alcohol. I never imagined I’d have the life I have now. I didn’t know much about myself before I quit drinking. I wasn’t aware that people like me existed. What I’ve learned in the last four years is that although there is only one Blair, my story is not unique. This fact keeps me telling my story. It keeps me creating. It keeps me writing about things that matter. It keeps me growing. Four years ago I needed to hear that living a life without alcohol was OK. I needed someone to tell me the…

Author, professional speaker, substance abuse counselor, and podcast host Mike Gliem shares his in-depth story about his 20+ years battling addiction and the depths it took him. This is a raw and real read. If you’re in recovery or know anyone who is, or who may be struggling this is a MUST read! Mike writes about his struggles, trials, and tribulations, the lessons he learned from them, and how to overcome them. “The MEANING of my life was to find my purpose, my PURPOSE of life is to give it away.” Break yourself free from the bondage of addiction. We…

This article will offer helpful information to take your business from idea to reality through an easy four-step process that I learned while working on my business coaching certification. I use this process with my clients because it has given me incredible results in my own business. By the end of this process, you will not only have clarity and an idea of the following steps to take, but you will also have the beginnings of an epic business plan. Hey Sober Entrepreneur! My name is Brooke Robichaud; I am a certified entrepreneurial business coach with a graphic and web…

Hey Molly, It’s me… The one who comments on your Instagram posts. I’m the one who shares your harmful mommy-wine posts on my story and DMs you about your alcohol-centered approach to social media. I’m writing you this to try to get you to understand. Imagine for a minute that you’re a mom struggling with alcohol. The days pass by, and you try to do your best. Small (and big) humans depend on you for everything. You don’t have a person to clean your house or cook your meals for you. You don’t have anyone to take care of your…

Introducing Farout Drinks, from our Australian Sober Curators Trish Reynolds and Madison McCleary. These two sober babes from the land down under are bringing you the opportunity to experience a good mood straight out of the can. Made with powerful plant ingredients, you can boost your energy and improve your focus or feel calmer and sleep better with their chill vibes. Check out their Crowdfunding video and see how you can show your support and be first in line to sample this new product line. How Does It Work? These Farout bevies are plant-based and science-backed! Here are some terms…

I’ve always felt like I was an observant person. Since I decided to quit drinking over three years ago, I’m more aware than I’ve ever been. Not only am I more self-aware, but I also notice the things that are happening around me. Sometimes I have fun with it. Sometimes I over-analyze situations. I see my awareness as a positive attribute, but my husband might beg to differ. I can’t not notice. My family and I recently went to an event where the booze was flowing. I noticed every person who was drinking, what they were drinking, and how much.…

“Freeway Rick Ross,” tells a story of a kid who had dreams like any other kid. However, his dreams were stolen by a school system that failed him. Instead of becoming the next great African American tennis player, Ricky’s life would take a totally different turn. 

They say recovery is not about opening the Gates of Heaven to let you in. Rather, it’s opening the Gates of Hell to let you out. When you suffer from alcohol addiction, you live a life of mediocrity at best. A life no one deserves to live. So how do you not only embrace recovery but thrive in it — to live your life to its fullest potential? Truthfully? I don’t know. Removing Mediocrity But, what I have done in my first year of recovery is discover the building blocks of mediocrity. All the things that lock you into a…

Lately, my husband and I have been having a tough time with our toddler son. He’s very routine-oriented and if something throws that off, a meltdown ensues. He doesn’t like to hear the word “no” (who does), and sometimes he has a hard time with transitions if they’re not his idea. He’s only doing these behaviors at home. His daycare provider whom we love so much said that he “has his moments” but for the most part, he’s fine. This tells me that it’s not anything we need to worry about, but we need to figure out how to get…

TikTok and Recovery Videos are a trend that is here to stay. People have been sharing their stories of recovery, celebrating milestones, and even cheering on others on the path to recovery. Adding hashtags like #sober, #mentalhealthawareness, #soberlife, and #wesobernow, these users have taken to the airwaves of TikTok en mass, and in the process are destigmatizing sobriety.

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Addiction, Love, and life. Addiction and life nearly tore them apart but love held them together. Dr. Cali and Tim Estes have a marriage that is stronger than ever, but that Strength was bought at a price. Tim, a musician who never really had a problem with drugs, suddenly finds himself in the grip of heroin addiction. It’s affecting his life, his work, and especially his marriage. Cali who married the man of her dreams suddenly finds herself “married to a junkie”. A tough gal from Pottstown, Pennsylvania, Cali isn’t about to give up without a fight. No matter how…

Hey all! This is my first blog for The Sober Curator and I am so excited I could scream! So excited in fact that I spent DAYS trying to decide what to write about first. I made a list of ideas and I asked several people what they thought I should write about. I brainstormed for the perfect topic, and then I couldn’t decide where to start! I do this kind of thing often and it drives my husband bonkers. Why am I the way that I am? I put a lot of pressure on myself to be perfect at…

This year for Just 4/24 we had the most incredible lineup of speakers. ICYMI, we have broken down our Live-A-Thon to bring you bite-sized playbacks of the most fun sober party of the year.

Just 4/24 is a cyber celebration for anyone who would like to have a booze-free blast for 24 hours.