Ah, New Year's resolutions – that magical time when we all collectively decide to become perfect humans overnight. And if you're thinking about recovery (or already in it), you've probably heard the classic: "This year, I'm getting sober!"
Spoiler alert: I've been on both sides of that declaration – first as the person making it, then as the counselor hearing it. Let me tell you something they don't put on those inspirational recovery posters: according to research, about 80% of New Year's resolutions fail within six weeks. Ouch.
But here's the plot twist – I'm not here to rain on your recovery parade. As someone who traded meth for a bachelor's degree (talk about an upgrade), I'm here to tell you why "getting sober" isn't enough... and what you should aim for instead.
The Problem with "Getting Sober" as a Resolution
Look, saying "I'm getting sober" is like saying "I'm getting successful." Cool intention, but what does that actually mean? It's like trying to eat soup with a fork – you've …
