Advice for the Newcomer and Constant Relapser

[Melrm]

Phase 5 ENJOY your sobriety

Who said being sober had to be boring?

Tonight I write about my New Years celebration. It was supposed to be a simple dinner, then a solo rain hike, instead I was swept into an uber and taken to a bar (converted into a club for NYE) that had a dj and a $65 dollar all you can drink wristband option. Did I cower in the corner and worry about drinking? Fuck that, I looked at my sober counter one last time and did exactly what I’d do wasted- have a fucking blast. Funny thing is, no one gave a shit about me being sober because I was a…

The Art of Sobriety

Calling all artists, poets, hobbyists, etc. Share your work here…

Beauty in sobriety

[image] Besides enjoying better sleep I’m also beginning to see other physical affects from avoiding alcohol. Curious as to why my skin was brighter and my eyes whiter and what other bonuses I could expect, I googled and here’s what I found; Because alcohol is extremely dehydrating, within a few days of quitting your skin will look and feel more hydrated. Any puffiness in your face caused by swollen capillaries will fade and other skin conditions begin to clear. Within a week or two your moo…

What's Your Sobriety Word?

What’s your sobriety word and what does it mean to you? (This can go in your sobriety toolbox) (@MissQuinn gave me this idea :wink:)

Plants as gifts to myself

I have really gotten into plants since getting sober. I really love having something living to focus on and tend to. Plus they just make me happy and beautify my space and clean the air. And I’m learning bc I really know nothing about plants :joy: On my 40th day clean I went to the nursery and purchased a succulent in the coolest pot I had been in love with for a while. The lady planted it for me and put so much love and care into it. Everyone at the store who saw it was going on about how beaut…

A Dose of Funny

Laughter is the best medicine…

Sober selfies

[image] 11 months and a week living the dream

Memes thread

I’m interested in starting a sober/clean/recovery memes thread because I find humour therapeutic. So if you have any, please share.

Songs for Sobriety

:sunny: Please share any songs you feel help you have a better day…