Today marks seven years since I took my last drink—seven years of clarity, growth, and transformation. My “Soberthday” feels particularly…
Browsing: HEALTH & WELLNESS
Recovery is about more than just sobriety—it’s about embracing a healthier, more balanced life. Our new Health & Wellness section is dedicated to helping you thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally as you navigate your recovery journey. From self-care tips and fitness routines to mindfulness practices, nutrition advice, and mental health resources, this section is your guide to building a strong foundation for overall wellness. Whether you’re looking to explore yoga, try sober-friendly workouts, or learn how to nourish your body and mind, we’re here to support your journey to living your healthiest, happiest life—because recovery isn’t just about what you leave behind; it’s about what you gain.
SOBER HEALTH & WELLNESS COLUMNS:
BREAK FREE FOUNDATION advocates to end the stigma of mental health, co-occurring disorders, and substance use disorders for those to and through recovery.
YOU’VE BEEN SELECTED Sober Curator Contributor Kate Vitela has been an RN in the Pacific Northwest for over two decades and sober since 2018. You’ve Been Selected is a column that describes her journey through addiction, eating disorders, and what is now known as Drunkorexia.
WELLNESS AS A WAY OF LIFE: Wellness Coach and Sober Curator Contributor Megan Swan will help you master your health and wellness routines as a way of life. This podcast is for ambitious women looking to live with more sustainable energy, confidence, mental clarity, and ease.
SOBER NOT SUBTLE by Jason Mayo brings you a male perspective on living life on life’s terms. Think of it as sobriety without the sugarcoat.
SPEAK OUT! SPEAK LOUD! is where our readers and outside contributors take center stage and share their transformative sobriety journeys.
CODEPENDENCY often goes hand in hand with addiction and recovery, making it an important topic for those seeking a healthier, more balanced life.
Episode 2 of You’ve Been Selected is deeply personal for obvious reasons. The phrase “You’ve Been Selected” is burned into…
“This is it; this is the end.” The warning was sudden and clear. It wasn’t a bellow nor a whisper,…
The ocean chews at the shore, gnashing with a nervous tide, waves walloping, splitting sand apart in their fury. Saltwater…
The story of colonization is written in many languages, but one of the most insidious is the language of alcohol.…
I never set out to be a drug dealer, let alone an addict. I was smart—a straight-A student, an athlete,…
When I launched You’ve Been Selected, I knew I was putting my story out there. I hoped people would listen—but,…
On Saturday, February 9th, the Break Free Foundation presented “Recovery on the Runway,” a groundbreaking fashion showcase that placed recovery at the…
‘The opposite of addiction is connection.’ Having recently been interviewed by Alysse and Tamar for The Sober Curator podcast – episode…
What if all the horrible things we do to ourselves In our minds and in our hearts Are to keep…
I used to be the drinker. The one who always said, “Just one more!”—and meant at least five. I drank…
When I first got sober, I had two sugar daddies. I had quit my job at a law school where…
sunrise sobriety soul by soul gathering together as one in a room with no walls and…
I come from a long line of Guinness drinkers. Sundays after church, my siblings and I would Irish step dance…
We danced around the periphery with fairy wings Throwing glitter that caught the light Hips swaying in the shimmer The…
Embarking on a sobriety journey is a brave and transformative decision, but maintaining the motivation to stay on this path…
Recovery has gifted me so many things, but the gift that overwhelms me the most is the love it has…
If you’ve ever wondered why cacao is often celebrated as a superfood, let me take you through its remarkable benefits,…
Jessica and I first bonded over missing teeth—a not-so-glamorous side effect of blackout drinking. When I met her in 2021,…
It seems that in its search for eternal balance, my brain has decided that for every time I feel good,…
Fashion and advocacy collide this season as the Sky Eagle Collection takes center stage at the Break Free Foundation’s “Recovery…
Real Food VS. Processed Food: What you need to know about designer processed food.
In a world where fashion is often synonymous with glamour and exclusivity, the Break Free Foundation is shaking things up…
In the budding grove of my desire he took me Before I knew about consent, he stole me away, here…
This is a poem from a newcomer in recovery asking a sober mentor, spiritual advisor, friend, or sponsor what it’s…
Recovery is about rebuilding balance in your life and restoring your physical and mental health while creating healthy routines. Or…
Sometimes I wish I could die at my desk. I could silently slide into the bliss of never having to…
Technology can be a powerful ally in building healthier routines. From tracking your meals to guiding you through yoga or…
Some books leave a quiet yet profound impact on their readers, and Alex’s poetry collection, I Learned How to Love From…
October marked the 16th anniversary of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA), also known as the Parity…