Daily Sober Blog

Addiction can make us feel worthless like we’re wasting our life. That’s because addiction is an unproductive selfish endeavor where nothing gets accomplished except chaos and trouble....

The HALT acronym includes the most significant stressors—hungry, angry, lonely, and tired—which are the most critical stressors on our bodies. It’s essential to check in with your...

Shame carries cringe moments you’d like to unload and never see again. However, if we don’t get rid of the shame, the load gets heavier, and it’s a constant reminder of our old...

Most of us understand the benefits of meditation, focusing our mind on the present moment to gain clarity and inner peace. However, I’ve found particular mediations are worth repeating....

Journaling intentions can be a potent practice. It's like setting the stage for one of the most crucial steps in the recovery process. When someone sits down to write about amends, the result can...

Funny man Jim Carrey has been open about his mental health struggles, though he has not publicly discussed a personal battle with addiction to drugs or alcohol. Carrey's openness primarily centers...

In a small Mexican village, Sara dreamed of changing her life. Tired of the monotony of her daily routine running the family food truck, she decided to pursue her passion for sculpting. However,...

If you haven’t embraced journaling, it’s time to do so. By journaling the small things, you’ll gain an appreciation for simplicity.  Write about your struggles, victories, or...

In my late twenties, I was a competitive runner. I ran four marathons one year and qualified for the Boston and New York marathons. I was part of a running group, and one of the members was Emma, a...

Focus on ongoing improvement, not achieving perfection, which isn’t reasonable.

Aiming for perfection isn’t necessary or obtainable. While trying to be perfect is admirable,...

Patterns, like invisible threads, weave the tapestry of our lives. They are the repeated behaviors, thoughts, and decisions that shape our daily existence and, ultimately, our destiny. Once formed,...

Learning to recover from substance abuse and live sober is a lifelong journey, not a one-day event.

Initially, people are motivated to get sober because new things are exciting, and we start with...

Patience is a virtue that counteracts many defects of character.

Patience is vital in sobriety because recovery is a gradual process, and expecting instant results can lead to frustration and...

In my addiction, I made a lot of messes; perhaps you can relate. The disasters must be cleaned up; there’s no getting around the work. It's uncomfortable but a crucial step in mending fences...

Analyze patterns in your relationships. Recognizing these patterns is essential for building healthier connections. Let’s focus on three patterns: Social, Emotional, and Routine Patterns.

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Getting sober is challenging due to the complex interplay of physical dependency, psychological factors, and environmental influences, all of which necessitate significant lifestyle changes....

Chrissy Teigen's choice to embrace sobriety was a desire for a healthier life. Teigen, a model, author, and television personality, made the conscious decision to stop drinking, not because of a...

Visualize responding to challenges with compassion, a potent antidote to many defects.

Showing compassion is vital because it connects us to others and creates a sense of belonging. It helps reduce...

There’s a lot of talk about personal inventories, and it’s essential to understand our shortcomings. However, you might not understand what to write when compiling an inventory....

It might seem silly to talk about breathing. Most people will say, “I get it. Take in oxygen and let your lungs do their magic. Eventually, the heart will pump oxygen in the blood. What is...

Extend love and compassion to yourself and others, addressing defects with understanding.

We need to understand that defects don’t define our worth. Everyone has flaws; they don’t make...

Treatment is expensive, but you know what’s free? Addiction. That costs nothing, but the damage to your life and relationships can be irreparable. No amount of money can fix specific damage...

Alcohol and substance abuse can increase impulsivity, which is dangerous not only for the addicted but for those around us as well. There are phases of addiction led by impulsive behaviors, causing...