You don’t start sobriety feeling brave. You start it feeling unsure, wobbly, and wondering if you’ve lost the plot. And that’s not a problem — that’s the point. In today’s Morning Call, Sue dismantles the lie that courage comes first and tells the truth no one puts on a cushion: fear is not a disqualifier, doubt is not a red flag, and white-knuckling the early days doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong — it means you’re doing it honestly.

This is not a TED Talk.
It’s a kind but firm shove in the direction of your own power. If you’re starting Dry January, Day One, or simply sick of waiting to feel “ready,” this call is for you. You don’t have to be fearless. You have to start.