Alcoholism and mental health is like trying to mix beer and whiskey, it’s a cheap recipe for disaster. They can live side by side, but they don’t get along very well. But that’s fine, because, let’s be honest, alcohol is overrated. It doesn’t solve our problems, but it dulls our…

Keeping sober is like playing a complex game of Pacman. To begin with, your only goal is to stay alive and eat blobs of delicious energy. However, as your skills improve, you will begin to recognize patterns and learn where and how to evade ghosts for maximum effect. Sobriety is…

You know, when you first quit drinking, it’s kind of like you’re in this honeymoon phase. Everything is great and you’re like “wow, I’ve got this sobriety thing down pat.” But then, as time goes on, you realize that triggers are still a thing. And honestly, you can’t control when…

Let’s be real, when it comes to sobriety and mental health, it’s easy to focus on the negative and what we’re missing out on. Kind of like how we focus on the empty glass instead of the fact that we don’t have a hangover. But practicing gratitude can help shift…

The beliefs we have about ourselves, the world, and our circumstances bear close scrutiny as we make our way through life. Our perspectives, actions, and thoughts are all affected by the beliefs we hold. But we must always ask if our beliefs are helping us or hindering us. Many of…

The process of becoming sober is a journey that requires more than just time; in addition to that, it requires dedication and effort on your part. You are the only person who can assist you in finding your own truth and achieving sobriety that lasts for the long-term. Rehabs and…

Self-care is often seen as a negative thing, but it’s important to remember that taking care of yourself is not selfish. It’s essential to your well-being and ability to be there for others when or if they need you. Society often teaches us to push ourselves to our limits and…

Pain is an integral part of the human experience and acknowledging this can help you or someone you care about in recovery. No one should make light of it, least of all those of us who are neurodivergent and may feel pain in unusual ways. A person’s perception of the…

It’s easy to let our feelings get the best of us in tense situations, especially when it seems like the other person is trying to discredit or invalidate our efforts or experiences. These kinds of interactions are never pleasant, but they can be especially infuriating when they are initiated by…