Modern Sobriety

A collection of writers and stories who address all corners of choosing to be alcohol-free, including the voices, experiences, perspectives, stories, and lessons learned of those outside of the sobriety mainstream. That means young, neurodiverse, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ -centered.

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A Special Invitation: Share Your Story with Modern Sobriety

A Special Invitation: Share Your Story with Modern Sobriety
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In a society that often glorifies alcohol, finding a space that celebrates living alcohol-free can feel like a breath of fresh air. That’s why we launched Modern Sobriety: an inclusive platform dedicated to sharing the diverse sobriety stories and experiences of individuals from all walks of life. Our mission is to support and amplify voices, whether you’re someone who’s never had a drink or you’re navigating the challenges of recovery. We recognize that each journey is unique and carries insights that can inspire and support others in their own paths.

We Invite You To Join Us

Today, we are reaching out to new (to us) writers within our community, encouraging you to raise your voice and contribute to our collective sobriety narrative in a way that is true to only you.

  • Michele Matthews Writer of fiction, non-fiction and essays. Mother, grandmother, sober, fitness enthusiast, movie lover.
  • Dana Leigh Lyons Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Writer, Medium Top Writer in Poetry, Health, Travel, LGBTQ. hello@danaleighlyons.com https://danaleighlyons.substack.com/
  • Alina Feito Caldas Hi, my name is Alina. I am a psychologist and the child of alcoholics. And of course I’m here to write about it.
  • Thomas Oppong Making the wisdom of great thinkers instantly accessible. As seen on Forbes, Inc. and Business Insider. For my popular essays, go here: https://thomasoppong.com
  • Alison Gee Comic strips and writing on addiction recovery, neurodiversity, introversion, spirituality, mental health and whatever else makes me curious.
  • Lisa Yates Paraeducator for developmentally delayed preschoolers. Writing about my experiences as a motherless daughter, grief and loss, sobriety and more.
  • Chrissy Janiga, LCSW I’m a mom, wife, author, social worker, and sober coach. You’ll find me discussing topics that range from alcohol-free living, mindset work, and spirituality.
  • Dave Tieff Alcohol Free (AF) singer-songwriter & cyber journalist. Here to discuss everything sex, drugs, rock, and culture🤘🍄🎙💋 www.davetieff.com

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Modern Sobriety
Modern Sobriety

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A collection of writers and stories who address all corners of choosing to be alcohol-free, including the voices, experiences, perspectives, stories, and lessons learned of those outside of the sobriety mainstream. That means young, neurodiverse, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ -centered.

Dara Laine Murray
Dara Laine Murray

Written by Dara Laine Murray

Multi-passionate sobriety writer on Medium. Day job: Director of Research at a nonprofit. Stories = sober + stats. Editor: https://medium.com/modern-sobriety

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