gratitude

  • Grieving the Old Self

    Briyenna Souter reflects on her personal growth, emphasizing the importance of grieving the past self while embracing change. She explores the mix of gratitude and reflection in her life, understanding others with compassion, and recognizing the necessity of setting boundaries.… Continue reading

    Grieving the Old Self
  • Another Year Sober

    Sober Not Subtle thrives on shared truths about addiction, mental health, and recovery. Founder Jason Mayo expresses gratitude for the community, emphasizing the importance of honesty and connection. The platform fosters a space for stories that resonate with readers, celebrating… Continue reading

    Another Year Sober
  • Facing Alcoholism: One Woman’s Awakening

    In “Me, An Alcoholic?”, Kathy M shares her journey of denial regarding her alcohol use, initially justifying her drinking habits with excuses. After attending an AA meeting motivated by a friend’s invitation, she embraced sobriety. Her transformation led to improved… Continue reading

    Facing Alcoholism: One Woman’s Awakening
  • Embracing Recovery: Fun Activities Without Alcohol

    The author reflects on their journey to sobriety, initially feeling that life without alcohol would be dull and isolating. With the support of their wife, they navigated the challenges of recovery. They eventually discovered THRIVE, a community center offering enjoyable,… Continue reading

    Embracing Recovery: Fun Activities Without Alcohol
  • No Matter What: Lessons from My First Year of Sobriety

    In the first year of recovery, the author experienced a transformative journey from despair to hope, feeling profoundly grateful. However, approaching the one-year mark brought anxiety about future challenges without drinking. A powerful moment at a meeting, hearing a woman… Continue reading

    No Matter What: Lessons from My First Year of Sobriety
  • The Meaning Behind My Tattoos

    The author reflects on their tattoos, addressing common questions asked by others. They share a personal experience with a specific tattoo, “STRENGTH TRUTH LOVE,” which symbolizes their struggles with sobriety and self-improvement. Despite its intended significance, it serves as a… Continue reading

    The Meaning Behind My Tattoos
  • Lessons Learned from My Dad Blog and Sobriety

    The author reflects on their experiences blogging from 2008-2016, expressing gratitude for the connections made and the personal growth achieved since getting sober in 2010. Revisiting past posts evokes empathy for their former self and highlights the challenges of navigating… Continue reading

    Lessons Learned from My Dad Blog and Sobriety
  • Finding Gratitude in Sobriety.

    The author expresses deep gratitude for sobriety, emphasizing that their most significant realization is the absence of cravings for alcohol. While sobriety has positively impacted various aspects of life, the most profound change is not having to struggle with the… Continue reading

    Finding Gratitude in Sobriety.