Intelligence on the Rocks

What’s the truth behind these perfect pictures of sobriety? 
The danger of swapping one addiction for another.
How can we navigate social media in ways that will help with our sobriety?
How can we participate or post in social media to help others know they are not alone in their journey?

Why should we expect something different when we’re not changing our habits?  It takes effort to consciously change our approach to this world and the unpredictable life that comes along with living sober.  It’s  extraordinary what we can accomplish when we practice this approach.

Life is full of unexpected difficulties. In sobriety though, it’s helpful to plan ahead for certain triggers that can cause us to yearn for a drink.

Inspired by the Shel Silverstein poem.  How do we deal with all of the  “what if?” questions that fill our mind at any given time? Do we silence them or simply tame them?

To imagine a life without alcohol; we never thought it was actually possible, but it was.  How to actually navigate this new life; mind boggling to say the least. 

Twenty five percent of alcoholics are functioning alcoholics. They hold down jobs, fulfill responsibilities, and don’t stand out as having a problem with alcohol. Fact is, they are actually in more danger of an early death than the alcoholics who fit the typical stereotypes.

Although life certainly doesn’t come with a manual, we’ve discovered that successful sobriety comes with some rules

Can a Hollywood movie really help society understand alcoholism? The short answer is maybe; If the film is honest in its depiction of the alcoholic, there is a chance.

It’s not possible for someone who is not an alcoholic to truly understand why we simply cannot just stop drinking. In this episode, Antonio and Elizabeth answer a few questions they’ve both often been asked by family, friends, and curious strangers.

In sobriety, what to do with your life after you stop drinking can be daunting. Join us as we explore ways to unleash your own Imaginative Courage and create your future.