I learned so much within 1 year of being sober. Like literally, SO much. A small episode could hardly scratch the surface, but I was so excited to celebrate that I wanted to talk a little about what this choice did for me and how cutting out big distractions, in general, can change your life. 
I even go over how other things, not just alcohol, can be used as a crutch to mute the pain we are meant to feel.