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  • The 40% Tax:John Mayer’s Logical Path to Sobriety

    The 40% Tax:John Mayer’s Logical Path to Sobriety

    The 40% Tax: John Mayer’s Logical Path to Sobriety | The Sober Standard Recovery • Music • High-Performance Sobriety The 40% Tax:John Mayer’s Logical Path to Sobriety He didn’t hit rock bottom. He did the math. And that might be the most radical thing anyone has ever said out loud about quitting drinking. By The…

  • Sunday Session Newsletter Ep. 3

    Sunday Session Newsletter Ep. 3

    But what if? I was sitting around on a Saturday night, mind-numbingly killing time, when I stumbled across an Ali Gallop YouTube video. I’d watched it a few times before — Ali’s channel is one of those hidden YouTube gems. Ali clearly has a way with words and editing: “It’s not about all the things…

  • Why Golf Needed Anthony Kim Right Now

    Why Golf Needed Anthony Kim Right Now

    Why Golf Needed Anthony Kim Right Now | The Sober Standard Golf • Recovery • Long Read Why Golf Needed Anthony Kim Right Now At the sport’s most fractured crossroads in a generation, a ghost came back from the dead and reminded us what we’d been missing all along. By The Sober Standard • February…

  • Dry Dating: How Gen Z is Revolutionizing Romance Without Alcohol (And Why It Works)

    Move over boozy brunches and cocktail-fueled first dates—Gen Z and Millennials are raising a glass of sparkling water to the latest dating revolution: dry dating. This movement is all about ditching alcohol and focusing on creating genuine, sober connections. And it’s not just a fringe trend: 65% of young adults now prefer a dry date over one involving alcohol.…

  • The Hidden Danger of Sobriety Gimmicks: Why ‘Dry July’ and ‘Sober October’ Could Be Setting You Up to Fail

    In the world of modern wellness, “sobriety challenges” have become a billion-dollar industry. Every year, millions of people sign up for months like Dry July or Sober October, spurred on by influencers and glossy charity campaigns. But for those struggling with a genuine substance use disorder, these “puff campaigns” aren’t just ineffective—they can be dangerous.…

  • Fact-Checking: Did Jeffrey Epstein Have Substance Abuse Issues?

    Fact-Checking: Did Jeffrey Epstein Have Substance Abuse Issues?

    Following Jeffrey Epstein’s death in federal custody in August 2019, numerous claims and speculations emerged about his personal life, including questions about potential substance abuse problems. With released documents now available from the Bureau of Prisons and the Medical Examiner’s office, we can examine what the official records actually show about Epstein’s relationship with drugs…

This is how it all started…

Welcome to Sober Standard, your go-to resource for real, relatable, and practical sobriety advice. Born out of frustration with the generic and often impractical advice circulating in the sobriety world, we set out to create a space that speaks to real people, navigating real lives without the crutch of alcohol.

Our journey began when we noticed a gap in the resources available to those embracing a sober lifestyle. Too many stories and tips seemed out of touch, focused more on idealized concepts than on the messy, beautiful reality of sobriety. We decided to change that.

At Sober Standard, we offer podcasts, blogs, and videos filled with authentic insights, tips, and real-life stories that reflect the actual experience of living sober. Whether you’re new to sobriety or have been sober for years, our content is here to inspire, educate, and remind you that you’re not alone in this journey.

We’re committed to offering a fresh perspective on sobriety, grounded in honesty and practicality, so you can thrive in your sober lifestyle, no fluff required.

Walter S.

Writer & Journalist For the Sober Standard Team