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A year into brewing kombucha, accredited courses, weekend experiments, and an obsession with fermentation science. Now I’m teaching it.

Monica Iordache - sober coach. Mira, the happy Collie, my dog. There’s a version of this article that starts with a statistic about alcohol consumption in Germany and ends with a list of hotline numbers. This is not that article. This is for the person who doesn’t think they have a problem, not really, but who’s noticed that Sunday mornings feel tougher than they used to. Who orders the second glass on autopilot. Who’s a little tired of waking up at 3am with a low hum of anxi

When we talk about alcohol recovery, we often hear about generational patterns, how children of parents with alcohol use disorder are more likely to struggle with drinking themselves. The conventional wisdom says it's about exposure, learned behavior, and normalized dysfunction. But what if there's something deeper at play? What if we're not just repeating the past, but we're trying to rewrite it? The Hidden Logic Behind Repetition We often say that children of parents with a

Why do sober people make drinkers uncomfortable? Because drinking is a pact, we all lower our guard together. Weekend reflections on the oblivion trap, purpose, and living with intention from High Sobriety Club.

We love the myth of the drunk genius: the writer with a whisky, the artist with a vice, the idea that great work requires losing control. But alcohol doesn’t create creativity. It just removes the brake and charges interest.

When influential voices shift from championing sobriety to ‘moderation is fine,’ what message does that send to people who are struggling?

Alcohol doesn't shout; it whispers. From "just one more" to "I can stop anytime," discover the dangerous lies that keep people drinking.

Almost 2026. Staying sober doesn’t mean missing out. Use the WRAP framework to finish the year grounded, navigate triggers, plan ahead, and step into the new year like a sober pro.

Every December, perfectly rational adults start behaving as if December 31st is the end of the world. A month of excess and chaos follows, accompanied by a solemn promise that a disciplined, morally superior version of themselves will emerge on January 1st. I've done it. You've probably done it. Almost everyone I know has participated in this annual hectic dance of overcompensation. The All-or-Nothing Myth Convincing yourself that December is a final binge before a January re

December is peak alcohol season. Here's your practical guide to staying sober through office parties, family dinners, and New Year's Eve pressure.

When one person quits and the other doesn’t, things can get complicated. Here’s how to stay grounded, protect your recovery, and keep connection intact.

Discover the neuroscience behind alcohol cravings, why moderation often fails, and how to support your brain in early sobriety. Science-backed recovery tips for mindful drinkers.