Collect New Memories This Holiday Season In Your Sobriety Journey
I don’t know what it is, but there’s something about making s’mores while watching Hallmark Christmas movies. What I do know is that I will probably never get tired of it because each year, it gets more exciting. It’s become a tradition for me. If you’ve been around here, you know I had to grow […]
5 Signs That Your BIG Manifestations Are Coming
Manifesting can be both so fun and frustrating. It’s such an amazing feeling when you feel the Universe is conspiring with you- it puts that extra pep in your step. But, when you don’t see the results of your hard work paying off, well, it leaves you questioning your worth and triggers the unhealed wounds. […]
Making Lemonade From Life’s Lemons In Sobriety
We know the saying- when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. But it’s not about making the lemonade; it’s how you’re making the lemonade. Are you squeezing the lemons and hoping for the best? Maybe you’re doing it begrudgingly because you’ve been knocked down so many times that you don’t have too much fight left […]
Why I Didn’t Go To AA When I Got Sober
The first time I got sober, I had absolutely no idea what I was doing. I was so young and didn’t know anything about life, let alone how to articulate the emotions I was feeling. What I did know was that I felt shame above all else. Shame for people knowing about my struggles with […]
Being Sober IS Your Destination
How many times did you break down in tears, praying to the Universe/God to help get you sober? I know I did. Countless times. There’s something about those moments- when you feel so ashamed and powerless, but you’re also so desperate for something more. You know you’re meant for more. You can feel it on […]
If You’re Struggling To Find The Silver Lining In Sobriety, Read This
I was a 90’s kid…the days when we’d come home from school and watch MTV. Between the music videos and celebrities on TLR, it was hard not to get caught up in all of it. I never worshiped them, but I definitely envied their lifestyle. All I could see was the glitz and glamor- the […]
Shift Your Energy Instantly With These Five Tips
You are the tools and the resources you need. Everything you could possibly want begins with you, including who and what gets access to the best and not so great parts of yourself. Your thoughts aren’t an exception. That’s where we falter. Someone says or does something and it unwillingly determines the outcome of our […]
How I Overcame Childhood Trauma, Mental Illnesses, & Substance Abuse On My Own
I always think of a line from Truckin’ by the Dead when I reflect on my life- “What a long strange trip it’s been.” It’s been bittersweet and surreal. I’ve had amazing experiences. I’ve also been plagued with psychological warfare the majority of my life. All the detours I took, falling so many times- they […]
These 3 Quick Morning Rituals Will Change Your Sober Journey
Short on time but still want to start each day in sobriety with some quick rituals? You’re definitely going to want to try these out. Remember to save this post so you can come back to it. If I had less than 5 minutes in the morning, it would be these rituals. They help to […]
Try This Happiness Challenge To Start Enjoying Life In Sobriety
I have a happiness challenge for you. It’s sentimental, doesn’t take too long (unless you want it to), and helps to bring that spark back. You may not be in a funk, but it’s still nice to bring in a little extra excitement and joy. It’s also fun when we get to, in a sense, […]