5 Signs You Need More Than Just Sobriety
Here's what nobody tells you: you can be sober and still be miserable. You can white-knuckle your way through months without a drink and still feel like you're drowning. Because removing alcohol doesn't automatically fix what drove you to drink in the first place.
Sobriety is the absence of alcohol. Recovery is the presence of a life worth living. Sobriety is necessary, but it's not sufficient. And if you're experiencing any of these five signs, you might need more than just removing alcohol from your life.
The Real Reason You Can't Stay Sober (It's Not Willpower)
The Real Reason You Can't Stay Sober "Here's what nobody tells you: willpower is like a muscle that gets exhausted. And if you're trying to use willpower to overcome addiction, you're basically trying to bench press 300 pounds with arms that can barely lift a coffee cup. It's not a character flaw - it's biology."
Alcohol and Cancer: What Every Woman Needs to Know
We live in a culture that glorifies wine o’clock and moms needing mimosas to get through the day. I get it—I’ve been there. But here’s the thing: we’re not invincible. And when I think back to my own health scare, I can’t help but wonder how many other women are out there drinking to cope, without realizing the hidden risks.
This isn’t about judgment. It’s about empowerment. When we know better, we can do better.