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Ran 10km without feeling like death. Used to run hungover and wonder why it hurt so much. Mystery solved.

I used to say ‘just one’ and somehow it became a full committee meeting. I changed my routine a bit and it helped more than I expected. I stared at my trigger like it owed me money, then walked away. ...

Today I walked past a bar and my brain started negotiating like a lawyer. I almost slipped, but I paused and remembered why I started. I stared at my trigger like it owed me money, then walked away. T...

For years, I believed that three shots of tequila transformed me into a mix of Michael Jackson and a rhythmic gymnast. Last night at my cousin's wedding, stone-cold sober, I watched a video of myself ...

For years, I believed that three shots of tequila transformed me into a mix of Michael Jackson and a rhythmic gymnast. Last night at my cousin’s wedding, stone-cold sober, I watched a video of myself ...

For ten years, the only time I saw the sunrise was while stumbling out of a club in Westlands, looking for eggs. This morning, I saw it from my balcony with a cup of tea. It turns out the sun is actua...

I caught myself romanticizing drinking like it was a personality trait. I had a craving today that hit out of nowhere. Any tips for handling triggers without spiraling?

I didn’t realize how much my weekends were planned around alcohol. I feel proud and scared at the same time — like I’m growing up late. I drank water like it was medicine and honestly… it kind of is. ...

Volunteered to drive on a road trip. Friends got drunk, I got to hear ALL their secrets. Best entertainment ever. Also, I remember the trip. They don't.

Went to my old local spot to see friends. Ordered a Shirley Temple. The bartender kept looking at my waistline for a badge and whispering to the regulars. Apparently, "adults" don’t order pink drinks ...

I used to think I was the king of the dance floor after four Tuskers. My friends finally showed me a video of "Sober Me" vs "Drunk Me." Drunk Me looked like a startled giraffe trying to escape a net. ...

Used to be a Friday night tradition: get drunk, forget my ATM PIN, lock my card, and spend Saturday morning crying at the bank. Last night, I paid for dinner, entered the code on the first try, and di...

I used to say ‘just one’ and somehow it became a full committee meeting. I had a craving today that hit out of nowhere. One day at a time. Today is enough.

I didn’t realize how much my weekends were planned around alcohol. My sleep is improving, but the dreams are wild. I stared at my trigger like it owed me money, then walked away. If you’re reading thi...

Thought meat wouldn't taste good without Tusker. Tried it sober. WRONG. It tastes EVEN BETTER. My taste buds are throwing a party in my mouth.