How to Live Sober: Friday Meetup

A supportive, free discussion group to explore living alcohol-free. Each week we’ll learn about the six core beliefs that guide sober living, practice real techniques for living sober, and leave with tools you can use right away.

## Description

This free, in-person discussion group is for anyone who wants to live alcohol-free and learn practical ways to overcome addiction. You don’t need to call yourself an addict or follow a set program. What you’ll find here is real conversation, supportive community, and hands-on tools to help you live a life free from the control of alcohol.

I’m not a doctor or therapist. I’m someone who has lived through the struggle of alcohol and found a way out. I’ve been sober for 5 years, regained my health and strength, and after recently losing my best friend to alcohol addiction, I am determined to share what I’ve learned. While I’ll share insights from my own journey, the focus of this group is not my story — it’s the practical exercises, tools, and discussions we’ll explore together each week.

Our work is based on my six core beliefs:

1. You are stronger than your addiction.
   Addiction might feel overwhelming now, but it is not who you are. It’s a temporary state, and you have the power to step outside of it and take back control of your life.
2. Recovery should be empowering.
   Sobriety isn’t about deprivation — it’s about freedom. The tools you gain in recovery don’t just help you stop drinking; they help you rebuild a stronger, healthier, more resilient life.
3. You need a plan, not just willpower.
   White-knuckling it doesn’t work long term. Recovery takes structure, education, and growth. With the right tools, you can create a roadmap for lasting change.
4. Recovery happens when you address the whole self.
   Addiction affects your mind, body, and emotions. True recovery strengthens all of you — physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance.
5. Change is necessary for lasting sobriety.
   The same mindset and habits that fed addiction can’t support your new life. Sobriety isn’t just about quitting alcohol — it’s about building new patterns, new rituals, and a new way of living.
6. True freedom is only found in sobriety.
   Sobriety isn’t about giving something up — it’s about gaining everything. Clarity, freedom, purpose, and the ability to live the life you were meant for.

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### What to Expect

Each meetup introduces one or more of these core beliefs and teaches a practical exercise or technique you can apply in daily life. You’ll leave each session with something you can practice right away — supported by handouts with summaries, reflection prompts, and optional reading work.
The evening will be relaxed and welcoming. No pressure, no labels, no judgment.

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### Agenda (Approximate)

7:00 – 7:15 PM | Welcome & grounding exercise
7:15 – 7:40 PM | Core belief spotlight + reflection
7:40 – 8:15 PM | Guided practice exercise
8:15 – 8:45 PM | Practical tools & group sharing
8:45 – 9:00 PM | Sober homework & handouts

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### What to Bring

Just yourself, your curiosity, and an open mind. Sobriety at the group is a must.

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### Why Join?

If you’ve ever thought there must be a better way, you’re not alone. This group is about building real conversation, connection, and practical skills that support lasting sobriety. Together, we’ll learn, practice, and grow.