During my early days of advocacy, there was one law that was on the tip of everyone’s tongue: H.R. 5210.…
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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.
Where Can I Find Help If I’m Interested in Getting Sober? From Sobriety For Dummies by Lane Kennedy + Tamar Medford…
One day I awoke and told myself I was sad. Thus, my childhood died. I remember smiles; laughter from the…
The Quiet Struggle I often write about my messy bottom as a nurse—those long, dark nights that ended with me…
Models Strut Their Stuff in Support of a Cause By Contributor to The Sober Curator: TeQoa Griffith Last Sunday, I…
As a sobriety coach, I often receive questions from my clients regarding the challenges of living an alcohol-free life. In…
With the holiday season approaching, it’s almost inevitable to experience a spike in anxiety levels. From countless invitations to family…
SPEAK OUT! SPEAK LOUD!: The following is a piece written and submitted by Gary Schwind. This is the section of our…
In today’s world, it’s easy to feel lost. Inflation is skyrocketing, housing costs are spiraling out of control, and we…
With uncertainty around the corner, comes vulnerability in the present. Preparation for change takes an open heart if I am to truly flourish in The Kingdom of the Stork.
When I got sober in 2010, I was 39. From the outside, my life seemed pretty perfect—a beautiful family, a…
When I entered the realm of the ‘chronically ill’ one year ago, I felt unprepared for all the changes and…
Let’s start by owning that I am totally biased because this was THE BOOK that I held onto when I…
Unravelling the alcoholic identity: A postmodern look at society’s perceptions on addiction & the role of the algorithm.
For years I have dreamed of a project: To write everyone I loved and tell them why I love them,…
Recovery groups can be a true saviour in early sobriety. But they can also be a terrifying prospect for some. Take a short journey with me, not to “the rooms,” but to visit The Parliament of Owls.
The Autumn Equinox is a sacred pause, a moment in time when light and dark hang in perfect balance. It’s…
Fashion and mental health—two seemingly distinct worlds—intersect profoundly, often hidden beneath layers of fabric and societal expectations. Fashion is more…
The other day, I was browsing my LinkedIn feed and came across an illustration that caught my eye. There were three…
Hubris. It’s a word we often associate with arrogance, with the idea that someone thinks they’re invincible. But in my…
I just Googled, “What are human beings most afraid of?” I was expecting death to be at the top of…
This year, I signed myself up to be certified as an Alcohol-Free Life Coach, Success, and Mindset Coach, leading me…
One hundred thirty-one days, eleven hours, seventeen minutes, and thirty-two seconds. No. I am not singing that song from RENT.…
There was a time in the 1990s when life was simpler, yet somehow, everything seemed possible. The world was our…
Stigma has long kept individuals living with substance use disorders in the shadows, but now, they are stepping into the…
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Michaud shares her 40-year journey of sobriety and sheds light on the pervasive impact of…
Are you sober curious? If you’re thinking about it, just know that you are the only one that can decide…
Who have I become in the absence of superficial desires and the presence of a meaningful life? Once God finds…
We are back with our fall line-up of ideas to inspire your pumpkin spice sober journey this fall. You can…
Memory and Nostalgia, What fragile, bittersweet sensations that can flood us with dormant emotions that we thought we had long…































