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Writing from the intersection of recovery, relationships, and radical honesty.

Why Bali Became My Sober Home Base

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Why Bali Became My Sober Home Base

Bali didn't just become a place I lived. It became a mirror. Here's what 19 years sober and a life on the road taught me about coming home to yourself.

April 16, 2026

The Danger of Labeling Yourself in Relationships

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The Danger of Labeling Yourself in Relationships

The moment you say 'I'm just bad at relationships,' you give yourself permission to stop showing up. Here's why your labels are lying to you.

April 15, 2026

Finding Freedom in Sobriety Without Losing Your Edge

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Finding Freedom in Sobriety Without Losing Your Edge

Think sobriety means playing it safe? I've swum with whales, hit 50+ countries, and found my edge got sharper without drink or drug.

April 14, 2026

Why You Keep Attracting The Same Partner

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Why You Keep Attracting The Same Partner

If your relationships keep ending the same way, the common thread isn't bad luck. It's a pattern worth understanding.

April 13, 2026

Discover the Hidden Benefits of Sober Travel for Deeper Connections and Fun

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Discover the Hidden Benefits of Sober Travel for Deeper Connections and Fun

Travel often brings to mind images of lively parties, clinking glasses, and late-night celebrations. Many people believe that without alcohol, travel loses its excitement. So the question I always hear becomes, 'Is sober travel fun?'

March 25, 2026

Top Destinations for Sober and Drug-Free Travelers Seeking Adventure

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Top Destinations for Sober and Drug-Free Travelers Seeking Adventure

Finding yourself alcohol/drug free? Awesome! Traveling without alcohol or drugs can be a refreshing way to explore the world with clarity and purpose, but it can also be challenging to know which is the best spot.

March 12, 2026

How to Stay Sober While Traveling: Tips for Alcohol-Free Holiday Adventures

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How to Stay Sober While Traveling: Tips for Alcohol-Free Holiday Adventures

The holiday season often stirs up a variety of emotions. For those dedicated to sobriety, it can feel like navigating a tightrope lined with spiked eggnog and champagne toasts. This guide will help serve as your travel companion.

December 5, 2024

The Art of Traveling Sober

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The Art of Traveling Sober

It's funny, I've been traveling solo and sober for over a decade now, and I realize as I created this page and started blogging, that I sort of take that for granted. For a sober travel blogging website, I think it's safe to say I'm doing a poor job there. So, let's fix that now.

November 26, 2023

Sober Vacation Travel Tips

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Sober Vacation Travel Tips

Maureen Coulter of the sober travel blog The Temperate Traveler offers some advice for folks who are interested in sober vacation tips, whether you are in recovery, sober-curious or just not a fan of alcohol.

August 4, 2023

Navigating Life's Good and Bad: Life is in Session

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Navigating Life's Good and Bad: Life is in Session

It's important to note, and I feel called to share for whoever is out there who may need to hear it, that social media photos and videos are always people's highlights. Rarely do they offer the full story or picture.

March 2, 2023

To Compare Is To Despair: You vs. You, Our Only Competition

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To Compare Is To Despair: You vs. You, Our Only Competition

I've often found myself questioning why I, at times, feel uncomfortable, unsettled, or even frustrated by others' success around me. Did they do anything to me? No. Then why the uncomfortable feeling?

February 21, 2023

A Balanced Life: Is it Possible?

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A Balanced Life: Is it Possible?

One question I get asked a lot is 'How do you have energy for all this? All your travels?' The answer lives in understanding what balance actually means for you specifically.

February 12, 2023

Travel Planning: To Plan or Not to Plan

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Travel Planning: To Plan or Not to Plan

To Plan or Not to Plan? That is the Question. We all know someone that is super detail-oriented and has their entire trip planned before they even get on the plane. Whatever works for you, there isn't necessarily a 'right' way.

January 6, 2023

Travel and Money: How Can I Travel and Not Go Broke?

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Travel and Money: How Can I Travel and Not Go Broke?

One of the most common questions when planning any trip is 'How can I afford to travel?'. The key is to find a balance that works for you and maximize your opportunities.

December 1, 2022

I AM: Affirmations and The Power of The Mind

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I AM: Affirmations and The Power of The Mind

Selfish. Narcissistic. Spoiled. Entitled. Do you ever find yourself or others labeling you with names like these? What I tell myself is what I am, what I become.

July 16, 2022

Is it Safe to Dive with Tiger Sharks?

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Is it Safe to Dive with Tiger Sharks?

Have you ever found yourself snorkeling, diving, or swimming in the ocean where you look around feeling like something is watching you? Since Jaws debuted in 1975, many of us have been captivated with the presence of sharks.

July 10, 2022

Tips and Tricks for Traveling: How Do I Get Started and Why Do I Want to?

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Tips and Tricks for Traveling: How Do I Get Started and Why Do I Want to?

Getting started can feel like you're looking up at a large mountain. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Fear not my friends, the view is always best after the climb.

April 4, 2022

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