Recovery gifts have come a long way. Guess what? You can be sober and have good taste at the same time. We’ve curated 12 great finds perfect for that special sober person in your life. (And hey, it’s ok if that person is you! Call it selfie-care!) Get your fingers warmed up because it is time to #ADDTOCART!
Gift Idea #1: Serenity Spinner Ring
Spinning this ring may help you or your sober loved one calm down… Striking in its simplicity, this stylish spinner ring from Talisa Jewelry creates the feeling of multiple stacked rings. Spin it to concentrate and find your inner rhythm in times of challenge.
Gift Idea #2: Brighton Serenity Angel Amulet Collection
We LOVE this collection from Brighton. With an Angel watching over you, you’ll feel safe, protected, and confident to carry on when the future is unclear. Plus, if you’re a serenity prayer fan, the engraving on the back will comfort you whenever you wear it.
Brighton has curated this ready-to-wear set from their Amulet Collection just for you. The look is eclectic, chic, and ever-evolving, with many different ways to wear it. We promise you that this gift looks more luxe than its price. That special person in your life will be pleased when you gift this meaningful treasure they can wear for any occasion.
Gift Idea #3: The Sober Life Pullover Hoodie
This Alcoholics Narcotics Anonymous hooded sweatshirt is perfect for anyone who loves a stylish, one-day-at-a-time novelty hoodie. It comes in a variety of colors and sizes. Wear it with pride as you recover out loud! When we recover loudly, others do not have to die silently.
Gift Idea #4: Sober AF, Espresso Yo’ Self Infused with Rock Bottom & Gratitude, All-Natural Soy Candle
Are you a Malicious Woman? Do you know or love one who needs a sprinkle of snark in her life? Then you’re in the right place. These candles are hand-poured in Woodinville, WA, using custom blended fragrances. Also, a portion of their proceeds is donated to empowering women in need.
Gift Idea #5: Custom Sobriety Date License Plate Wall Art
Made by a maker on Etsy, JustPlateCrazy, this unique recovery gift is for men and women who want to display their special date with funky pride. Mark the date of a new beginning with a custom-made sobriety date sign. You can personalize this encouragement gift on any date. What a perfect gift for a recovered dad, husband, boyfriend, mother, wife, girlfriend, or friend!
Gift Idea #6: Sober is Dope!
Sober is Dope is a company highlighting the many benefits of sober living. Its mission is to inspire healing, recovery, and transformation. Being Sober is cool, hot, fun, and, like the kids love to say, “Dope.”
Sober is Dope believes in the gifts of sobriety and fully supports this beautiful lifestyle. They also spread their message via podcasts, music, and clothing. You’ll want to check them out.
SOBER IS DOPE! #ADDTOCART
Gift Idea #7: Sobriety Date Pendant with Skinny Leather Charm
This necklace from SoberCinky is handmade, made to order, and is meant to be personalized. Guess what? This isn’t the first time we’ve featured SoberCinky. We’re kind of obsessed with everything they do. Do you love sober stickers? Then, you’ll want to read more about the brand here.
SOBERCINKY #ADDTOCART
Gift Idea #8: Forget the Pink Clouds, Sobriety Brings the Rainbows!
Sobriety isn’t always all rainbows, but it sure is awesome! This art print makes the perfect gift for the sober person in your life or for your own space. It’s colorful and a great reminder of an awesome life milestone. You can find the artist on Etsy here.
Gift Idea #9: Sober Unicorn Coffee Mug
If you’re doing your recovery right, one day at a time, this is probably how you feel, and this is the perfect mug for you! Oh wait, are we supposed to shop for other people right now? Our bad. We know it’s not about us anymore. Ahem. This mug is available in a few places, but we like this seller on Etsy best.
Gift Idea #10: 14k Gold, Large Recovery Medallion, Blank Center for Custom Engraving with Numbers or Initials
From Doing It Sober, you can have this custom 14K Gold large recovery medallion for only $1,477 + shipping. The center is blank, so you can customize it with a date or initials. Sorry, baller, no chain is included at that price.
Gift Idea #11: ROSE GOLD ALL WEATHER BANGLES® (AWB®) – SERENITY PRAYER
Each of the nine bangles in the set represents an intention for your day. Rose Gold AWB is made of flexible, polyvinyl carbonate rings hand-filled with gold/silver/copper leaf and sealed with the exclusive BuDhaGirl Serenity Prayer bead. They come in a variety of other colors.
Gift Idea #12: Sober Recovery Anniversary Date Book Art
Handmade by Etsy seller LucianaFrigerio, this is the perfect gift to celebrate the anniversary of sobriety. This unique book can be made with the date of your choice. Carefully crafted from folding the pages of recycled books, each piece is designed to your specifications with your personalized date and bullet points, hearts, or dashes in between. What a cool way to memorialize your first Big Book. You can buy an AA or NA book from the artist or ship her one of your own.
Make sure to check out our #ADDTOCART section of the site for more great recommendations for recovery merch!
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Resources Are Available
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