Social
Most of the friction in early sobriety is not about you. It is about the events you go to, the people you see, the conversations you find yourself in. This section is practical guides for the situations that come up.
May 26, 2026
How my friendships changed after I quit drinking
The friendships that got stronger, the ones that got weaker, and the ones that turned out to have been mostly logistics around shared drinking.
April 26, 2026
Sober dating: what changes and what doesn't
The first date question, the relationship adjustment, the question of whether to date other sober people. Practical and honest.
April 23, 2026
How to handle vacation without drinking
Travel, hotels, beaches, dinners, time zones. The set pieces of vacation are heavily structured around drinking. Here's how to navigate them.
April 20, 2026
What to bring to a party when you're not drinking
A practical guide for arriving with your own non-alcoholic drink in hand so you don't have to negotiate with hosts or hover near the kitchen.
April 17, 2026
How to tell friends and family you're not drinking
The four versions of the conversation, and how to know which one a given person is asking for.
April 8, 2026
What is sober FOMO, and what actually helps
The fear of missing out is real when you stop drinking. The thing you're missing is usually not what you think it is.
March 24, 2026
Non-alcoholic drinks that actually taste good
A real list, written like a critic and not a wellness blog. What is worth keeping in your fridge, and what is just marketing.
March 21, 2026
How to handle your first social event after quitting drinking
The first weddings, work parties, and dinners after you stop drinking are awkward. Here is what actually helps.