Sober Vibes Feature! Congrats Sara.
Here is the wonderful Sara sending the sober vibes since 12/29/15...
“It all started to fit in, be liked and be more social. I was worried about what others thought about me and wanted desperately to have friends. I was a shy girl who bought the BS alcohol and society was selling.
It was all a lie! It gave me a false sense of connection. I believed the only way I could socialize was to drink. It turned me into an empty shell of myself for many years.
Recovery gave me everything alcohol lIed about. I now have a love, respect and connection with myself I never had before. I now don’t worry if someone doesn’t like me, because I like me. Ive made heart felt connections with other women who see who I really am.
Ive found a contentment I never knew possible. Do I still have days I struggle, yes! Life is stressful and has it’s ups and down. I now react differently to those outside stressors. I no longer reach for alcohol to “relax” or...
Sober Vibes Feature! Congrats to ME!
I am proudly addicted to my Sobriety! 2,700 days.
This road is not all unicorns and scrunchies, but it is one that is worth it.
When I decided to stop the cycle and love affair with alcohol, I never thought I make 30 days, and a lot of people didn't think I would make it either and eventually go back because that's all I showed them for years. Saying I would stop and then go right back into a blackout a week later. I'm sure I shocked them when I continued to ride this wave out, BUT in this ride, I have most definitely shocked myself, and that is what matters most.
For me, in my recovery, the day's matter, everyone is different. I keep track of keeping my ass grounded.
I continue to learn and grow each day in this journey, and I'm so happy I broke the generational cycle of addiction.
Today is always a great day to start living a life without alcohol. Reach out if you need help, it is here.
Sober Vibes Feature! Congrats Sara.
Here is the fantastic Sara sending the Sober Vibes since 1/1/17!
“I can’t explain the emotions around releasing an entire decade and also celebrating three years sober in the same day - but I’m going to try.
I intentionally chose not to do a transformation photo alongside this post. I could dredge up more memories of drunken shenanigans and mistakes made, money spent, and time lost, but today I am choosing something different. Today I cut the cord.
I have given the young girl inside of me a voice. I have allowed her the space to express her anger towards those who have hurt her. I have taught her to stand up for herself, and I have helped bandage her wounds. She has had center stage for a long time. And rightfully so. This young woman who was not ready to face the music and dance around the flame has finally owned her truth, chosen to take up space, to be loud, to be loved.
I do not wish to close the door on this young girl. But today, I choose to release her.
This...
How To Keep Yourself Accountable Through Your Recovery
Not to brag or anything, but my sobriety is pretty fantastic. Changing my mindset and learning to hold myself accountable has opened up so many more doors! In fact, accountability is my #1 tip for staying sober.
Personal Accountability
Holding yourself accountable is the first place you need to start when you want to get real with getting sober. For good. It’s not just a matter of will you do it or not if no one’s looking. It’s a matter of shifting your mindset to constantly ask yourself if you’re being the best version of yourself.
When you think about the negative feelings alcohol delivers, you may think about how you’re basically helpless to your escape the circle of wanting to get drunk. To get wasted. No matter what goes on in your life, you can’t seem to escape the entrapment of your desire to drink and ultimately escape reality. And really, being addicted to escaping reality can be a host to an environment that looks a lot like a victim...
Sober Vibes Feature, Congrats Lora Anne!
Here is the amazing Lora Anne Strong sending the Sober Vibes since 12/12/15...
“On 12/12/15, I decided, I wasn’t going to drink alcohol any longer.
With everything going on around me and watching those I adore, struggle with addiction, hangovers and losing so much - I had to be done. This was one of my, “why’s.” You see, I didn’t hit a bottom, of any kind.
I didn’t drink, “every day and sometimes, I’d go weeks without out drinking, maybe months...
None of that mattered.
I was tired of, the work it took to, return to “self” after I did.
A vicious cycle.
What mattered was, I hated how I felt, AFTER I drank.
It took from me.
And it held me back from showing up, FULLY, as my authentic self.
My, “WHOLE” self.
Life certainly isn’t a perfect ball of magic,
but I will tell you, without a doubt, the last 4 years have been a beautiful string, of sober days, filled with so much clarity, peace, and joy!
Sober Vibes Feature! Congrats Julie.
Sober Vibes Feature, Stories Save Lives!
Here is the beautiful and amazing Julie sending the Sober Vibes since 12/02/09...
“ 𝔂𝓮𝓪𝓻𝓼 𝓼𝓸𝓫𝓮𝓻
I’ve never had to do any of this alone. I felt alone, and so isolated all my life. No longer do I need to feel this way. I drank till I was near death, to fill the void. I thought it was the only solution. Today my solution is living a life of purpose.
If you’re like me, a hope to die drunk, there is a solution. You don’t have to survive. You can truly live.
What I’ve done is keep it simple:
Ask for help
Remain teachable
Be of service
Trust the process....don’t second guess this. I promise it’s worth it.”
Keep kicking ass Julie in your recovery and inspiring others!
20 Quotes for Sobriety
Hey, Friend!
Are you sick of feeling like Sobriety is going to be boring or that you aren't going ever to have FUN again?
Or maybe you are in a little funk currently because you are in this current stage of your Sobriety journey.
I get it.
I've been on this road for over seven years and have gone through being stuck and early on of having the mindset that I would never have fun with alcohol again.
In time you do learn that the whole "sobriety is boring" is just a lie you told yourself because you were in your addiction cycle and into the drinking culture our society has today.
Drinking was everything to you, and when you are in it, you cant see the other side of it.
If both are true for you, it's ok!
I know what it's like to be in that cycle.
I put together 20 quotes I have heard or have come up with along my journey of Sobriety and Recovery. I use them to boost me up some days and remember where I have come from in the fight against my...
F.A.T.E
I had the honor to be interviewed for this series called F.A.T.E. Which stands for From Addict to Entrepreneur with Michael Dash and Thrive Global.
I will not share my truth because millions struggle with addiction, and the shame we carry keeps so many of us in that continuous cycle of addiction.
We do recover, and there is life after addiction!
I hope you enjoy it!
To read my interview, CLICK HERE!
7 Tips For Sobriety
In 2019 I celebrated my seventh year of sobriety! On August 18th, 2019, I had a little party for myself. HELL YES! I love this day and think that you should celebrate your sobriety, but on your sober birthday, it's that much sweeter.
Every year I am humbled on this day. To see where my life was to where my life is now is a complete 180.
The one change I made to my life compounded into the life I have always wanted.
As each year passes, I continue to learn and grow as a person. I love it.
I was even able to spend time traveling alone to Mexico and stay sober! Mainly because I’ve decided to stop fearing alcohol and letting it control where I get to go. Just because there would be alcohol involved doesn’t mean I have to drink.
So to celebrate sobriety and in the hopes of spreading it further, I wanted to share my top seven tips with you that have helped me in my recovery journey this far.
This...
Sober IN Mexico
Sober in Mexico!
I had some anxiety doing this trip solo, as in not having my husband with me or a sober pal. Last time I was in Mexico I had all the tequila and mind erasers in the world. I didn’t know how sober Mexico would look with just me being around people who did part take in drinking. Not everyone who drinks has a problem and I made a decision 2 years into my recovery I wasn’t going to FEAR alcohol anymore. Yes, tons of uncomfortable feelings pushing thru a fear but it has to be done if you want the life you had imagined for yourself. Traveling for me is on top of that list. If I continue to fear booze, my circle and life would be very, very small. I want to see and live the world and alcohol is everywhere. There is no escaping it. I’m grateful for the friends in my life who do participate in drinking that always make sure I’m comfortable and ok! Love the ladies I’m with on this trip and appreciate the vibes
Again, you have to be ready with...
