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When did you realize you had a problem? The descent into the painful depths of alcoholism and addiction is often very slow. Most of us started drinking because we wanted to feel good, relax, hang out with friends — to take the edge off after a long, stressful week. Booze was everywhere, as were bars, restaurants, and advertisements for alcoholic beverages.  I started drinking because the people around me were drinking. Everyone I knew did it — it was the norm. It’s true that

Every February 2nd, many Americans celebrate Groundhog Day, a tradition most recognize from the classic Bill Murray movie. In the film, the main character relives the same day repeatedly, trapped in a loop with no escape. For those struggling with addiction, this feeling of being stuck in an endless cycle is all too real. The days blur together, marked by the same destructive patterns and hopelessness. But unlike the movie, there is a way out. Sober coaching offers a path to

Many people struggle with substance use without fully realizing the impact it has on their lives. Sometimes, the signs are subtle and easy to dismiss. Other times, they become impossible to ignore. Understanding these signs is the first step toward making a change. If you have ever wondered whether your drinking or drug use has become a problem, this post will help you identify key indicators and offer guidance on how to move toward sobriety. Are you living in the shadow of y

I can't remember when I first heard about the concept of "Dry January" — the trend of trying to stop drinking at the start of the year — but Google says it wasn't a popular search term until the 2010s. Since then, every late December and early January the search term gets very popular. I think there are several reasons for this. The first is the tradition of setting New Year's Resolutions. People often use the new year as a reset button, a time to set positive intentions, a