365 days ago, I made the hardest, scariest, and most courageous life-changing decision: To go completely sober from any and all mind-altering substances. Today, I celebrate ONE YEAR of being fully present with myself. No filters. No chemical relaxation. No shortcuts. Just me, raw and real. Every day, I meet a better version of myself. I’m constantly unlearning old habits and behaviors that have been toxic or unhealthy for so long. Ones that have been a part of me since my teenage years and adult life. I realized that with every use I was running away from my own happiness, worth, and sense of self. Living by what others defined as joy, fun, or celebration. But the truth is, I’ve always had the power to create my own meaningful journey. It comes from within. Not from anything external. Not from people. Not from alcohol. Not from drugs. I learned that my using to “cope” was like taking a loan from the mafia to pay off the bank. This past year has allowed me to connect with my mind, body, spirit, and higher power on a deeper level. I’ve shown up for myself and others. I’ve felt every emotion fully without the fear that they would consume me. Fear has been my biggest enemy. Love (towards myself and others) my biggest ally. What I once thought was impossible, became possible. My goal is to create a meaningful, wholesome life. One I don’t feel the need to “escape” from. Happy birthday to a naturally-essenced, fully alive version of me. How did I do it? With my own willingness + a fabulous support system... One day at a time ✨ #oneyearsober #milestone #soberlife #soberversary #healingjourney #selflove #mentalhealth #presentoverperfect #onedayatatime #sobercurious #soberandfree