Soberivy is back & better than ever

It's been a tough few years...

My absence caused by relapse shows how much of a struggle addiction is each and every day. On 11.28.2020 I decided to fight again, this time, finding my purpose in the fight.

The ivy plant represents continuous growth and resilience while gold represents daily achievements in life and sobriety

My sobriety

After losing virtually everything from relapse, I decided on a second trip to rehab in 2020. I found that true sobriety was not just abstaining from substances and distracting ourselves until our inevitable death... It was a way of life and had to become my identity. I found a love for connecting with others, sharing my story, and dedicating my life to this cause.

I found a new love for life that I have never felt before. It required 24/7 effort and giving every opportunity, big and small, a chance. I found myself kicking and screaming during early sobriety, going back and forth with the decision.

So, I asked myself a question... "Why do I keep changing my mind on being sober?"

After scavenging through sobriety blogs one day, I found a simple acronym that changed my view on sobriety forever: nqtd.

never question the decision

I found this on an article written by the amazing Holly Glenn Whitaker, owner of Tempest. Her commitment to this quote inspired me to make one too. To me, nqtd means that even if I find myself reflecting on my past, I do not create an option to go back to the way I was living. This means that I do not allow myself to mope because I don't have my morning whiskey while I'm watching the news. Now, I simply make my coffee to start my day off and remind myself how much stronger I am without alcohol.

My plans

After I move a few states away for a fresh environment and new opportunities, I want to focus on creating content and continuing my journey with soberivy to write, inspire, and educate myself and others on addiction.

My journey the past few years has led me into a career in coffee, which has created a passion and a creative outlet for myself. Becoming a barista has done wonders in my sobriety and sense of purpose, and I look forward to connecting with people and crafting my skill each day.

My journey has also led me to true love when it felt impossible to love, let alone be loved. His continuous support and unconditional love each day excites me for the future, and having a sober companion reminds me that I don't have to do this alone.

I plan on writing to inspire and support others who are sober or sober-curious. One day, I dream of soberivy becoming something so much more.

One day at a time.