Archive - Exploring Sobriety

Accepting the Things We Cannot Change

Sobriety might improve our lives, but it won't fix everything.

Nov 12 •

Fighting Problems With Bigger Problems

Drinking was never a solution, so why did I tell myself it was?

Nov 5 •

October 2024

Setting Boundaries in Sobriety

It's OK to ask your friends for help.

Oct 29 •

Why I'm Still Writing About Addiction After Six Years

I've been writing about sobriety for far longer than I ever planned.

Oct 22 •

How Sobriety Was Easier Than Expected

I was worried about a challenge that never came.

Oct 15 •

When Recovering Alcoholics Tear Each Other Down

Just because someone quit drinking, it doesn't mean that they're a nice person.

Oct 8 •

The Key to Getting Sober Tomorrow

How I stopped putting off my sobriety.

Oct 1 •

September 2024

Five Years Without a Cigarette

(And over seven without alcohol!)

Sep 24 •

What's Worse Than Dealing With an Addict?

When I was a drinker, I was not a pleasant person.

Sep 17 •

Sobriety Fatigue

Tired of being sober or just plain tired?

Sep 10 •

I Have No Self-Control

(Except when I understand my limitations.)

Sep 3 •

August 2024

I Quit Drinking, But What About Other Substances?

Where I draw the line for my sobriety.

Aug 27 •

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