When They Relapse: What to Do (and Not Do)
Discover how to respond with grace, clarity, and strength when a loved one relapses. Practical steps to help them—and yourself—through the setback.
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Let It Bloom: A Song for the Days You Feel Empty
There’s a part of recovery no one prepares you for: the stillness.You’ve stopped using. You’re making better choices. But inside?It feels like dry ground. You’re not alone. We want you to pause and listen to this: Let Let It Bloom speak to the spaces in you that feel barren.The places you’ve hidden. The parts still […]
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Talking About Their Past
The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober: Discovering a Happy, Healthy, Wealthy Alcohol-Free Life by Catherine Gray is an uplifting and inspiring exploration of sobriety. Gray shares her personal journey of quitting alcohol with humor and honesty, showing that sobriety isn’t about what you lose—it’s about what you gain. At Today’s Sober Women, we resonate with Gray’s perspective on the unexpected joys of sobriety, from physical health to deeper self-discovery and richer relationships. Key Takeaway: Sobriety is a celebration. Reflect on how living alcohol-free has opened up new possibilities in your life, bringing joy, health, and personal growth.
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How to Be a Safe Place: Supporting Without Enabling
Support your loved one in recovery without losing yourself. Learn how to offer safety, stability, and love—without enabling or being taken for granted.
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The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober:
The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober: Discovering a Happy, Healthy, Wealthy Alcohol-Free Life by Catherine Gray is an uplifting and inspiring exploration of sobriety. Gray shares her personal journey of quitting alcohol with humor and honesty, showing that sobriety isn’t about what you lose—it’s about what you gain. At Today’s Sober Women, we resonate with Gray’s perspective on the unexpected joys of sobriety, from physical health to deeper self-discovery and richer relationships. Key Takeaway: Sobriety is a celebration. Reflect on how living alcohol-free has opened up new possibilities in your life, bringing joy, health, and personal growth.
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7 Healthy Boundaries Every Family Member Needs
Learn 7 essential boundaries to set when supporting someone in addiction recovery. Protect your peace while offering love, support, and accountability.
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Wicked, Recovery, and the Lessons That Heal
What do Wicked’s Elphaba and Glinda have to do with recovery? A powerful reflection on childhood trauma, emotional honesty, and the journey to becoming whole—written for women who are done pretending to be fine.
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What to Say (and What Not to Say) to Someone in Recovery
Words matter in recovery. Learn which phrases support healing—and which ones harm—so you can communicate with compassion, clarity, and respect.
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How Al-Anon Works for Families and Friends of Alcoholics
How Al-Anon Works is an invaluable resource for anyone who loves someone struggling with alcohol addiction. This book offers compassion and practical tools for coping with the emotional impact of addiction, focusing on self-care, emotional boundaries, and detachment with love. At Today’s Sober Women, we understand that addiction is a family disease, and this book provides crucial insight into how to maintain your own well-being while supporting a loved one in active addiction. Key Takeaway: You can’t control someone else’s drinking, but you can take control of your own healing by setting boundaries and practicing self-care.
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Daring Greatly
Daring Greatly by Brené Brown is a transformative exploration of vulnerability as the key to courage, connection, and personal growth. Brown challenges us to embrace imperfection and let go of shame, making this an essential read for women in recovery.
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