SOBER EVENTS
Celebrating Recovery Day at Mariners: Embracing Connection on the Path to Wellness

Join the Washington Recovery Alliance and the King County Recovery Coalition as they return to T-Mobile Park for the 4th annual Washington State Recovery Day at the Mariners on Sunday, September 15, 2024. This year’s focus is on Connection: the Path to Recovery, with a day filled with empowering events to highlight that recovery is possible and to foster awareness, understanding, and support for mental health wellness and substance use recovery.

COMING OUT SOBER
Ten Years Sober: My Path to Honesty, Healing, and Coming Out

As I sat down to write my first book, Hope Elevated, I had no idea this journey would catalyze a profound personal transformation. In the beginning, I was unaware of the series of events that would soon unfold, ultimately leading me to confront and embrace my sexuality. Throughout my sobriety, I often questioned if my story was even worth sharing. I had a loving family and a good upbringing. Yet, there was one thing that set me apart: a genetic predisposition to addiction.

HAPPY EVERY HOUR
Pari Modern Mule Review

RTD beverages are on the rise, and the Pari Modern Mule is a standout, offering a well-balanced, not-too-sweet, carbonated delight with ginger and ginseng extracts. This 0% ABV Moscow Mule alternative, sweetened with agave syrup, is perfect for all-day sipping.

#WEDORECOVER
If You Didn't Already Adore Zendaya, You'll Admire Her Even More Knowing She's a Sober Queen

When Zendaya turned 21, she decided to remain sober because she saw the negative effects of alcohol through her loved ones and decided to go sans alcohol.

"Just because I'm now the legal drinking age, doesn't mean I'm going to start throwing 'em back," she wrote on her website. "I don't plan to start drinking. My life is too stressful to need help with relaxing by having a cocktail … so I just don't want to introduce drinking! Plus, I don’t want drinking to become a vice. Why try something if you don’t need it?!"

Zendaya made a conscious choice not to drink in 2017 and has remained sober for over seven years, demonstrating her commitment to a lifestyle free from alcohol and how she reigns supreme in more ways than one.

#QUITLIT
Empower Your Journey: Embracing Sobriety with “Sobriety For Dummies”

Are you ready to redefine your relationship with alcohol and reclaim control over your life, all while embracing a path of sobriety without sacrificing joy? Look no further than “Sobriety For Dummies,” the transformative guide authored by renowned recovery mentors Lane Kennedy and Tamar Medford. Sober Curator Fun Fact: Lane and Tamar are both Contributors to The Sober Curator.

ADDTOCART
Are You #SOBERNOTBORING? The Sober Curator 4th Anniversary with ODAAT Apparel x TSC Collab Launch!

We are excited to announce our unique collaboration with ODAAT Apparel, one of our favorite sober brands. Together, we have crafted exclusive pieces that reflect our shared dedication to embracing and championing a sober lifestyle. Dive into our limited-edition collection that merges ODAAT’s premium craftsmanship with The Sober Curator’s commitment to vibrant living.

GIVEAWAY
Enter Our Fourth Anniversary Giveaway with Edna’s!

Enter the giveaway on IG. Follow both @ednascocktails and @thesobercurator (we'll check!).

• Like the post

• Tag a friend with whom you’d like to crack open a Mezcalita this summer (1 comment per entry, unlimited entries)

• Share this post on your story and tag us for an extra entry! (Be sure to keep your account public so we can view the story or DM us a screenshot)

The winner will be announced on The Sober Curator Instagram account on July 30th!

RECOVERY PODCASTLAND
Exploring “The 12 Steps For Anyone Who Wants Them” Podcast

Welcome to my podcast series, “The 12 Steps For Anyone Who Wants Them.” In this series, I created over the last year,  I share insights, experiences, and perspectives on the 12 steps from my personal journey. Whether you’re familiar with AA meetings or simply curious about these steps, I hope you find a coupe valuable takeaways to take what you like, and leave the rest!

#ADDTOCART
Discover The Sobriety Deck: Your Companion to Embracing Sober Living

Welcome to #ADDTOCART Shopping + Merch, where we introduce you to curated gems that elevate your sober lifestyle. Today, we’re thrilled to unveil “The Sobriety Deck: Simple Practices for a Booze-Free Lifestyle Cards” by none other than Tawny Lara and Lisa Smith, esteemed figures in the sobriety and recovery community and personal friends of mine. Mark your calendars for December 3, 2024, as this deck is set to become the must-have holiday gift and stocking stuffer for the sober individuals in your life.

WHAT A TRIP!

Relaxing Among Amusement Parks: A Sober Trip to Kissimmee, Florida

The Ette Hotel in Kissimmee, Florida, initially opened as an upscale, alcohol-free, wellness-focused property, but disappointment struck when it started serving alcohol due to guest demand. Despite this, the hotel remains a pleasant retreat with amenities like a perfume bar, Peloton bikes, a fine dining restaurant, and creative mocktails, providing a relaxing contrast to the nearby theme parks.

SPIRITUAL GANGSTER
Aparigraha – The Practice of Moral Restraint

This month’s yoga lesson on aparigraha, or non-hoarding, reminds us that we don’t need to indulge excessively or accumulate unnecessary items. Embracing this yama can help us avoid being weighed down by material possessions and foster trust that we have enough and are enough.

MENTAL HEALTH
No Matter What by Jason Mayo

My first year of recovery was an amazing ride. For the first time in 25 years, I felt absolutely no urge to drink whatsoever.

ENTERTAINMENT
Shower Chair Takes the Edinburgh Fringe 2024

Ben Fallaci’s one-man show, Shower Chair, hilariously and vulnerably chronicles his life growing up gay in Cape Cod, filled with party culture and substance abuse. Our Sober Curator, Eve Michell, found his performance both raw and authentic, seamlessly blending humor and tragedy while leaving us excited for its future at the Edinburgh Fringe.