50 Reasons Why The Sober Life Rules! I’ve personally heard people say “give me one reason why being sober is better than using,” and well, I’m here to give you 50 reasons. Sober life isn’t just better… Sober life rules! 1. You are in full control of your choices. 2. You regain your self-esteem and confidence. 3. There’s nothing left to hide or be embarrassed about. 4. Your dedication returns to family, friends, career, and fun. 5. People respect you for conquering the huge challenge. 6. You suddenly have a lot more money and time. 7. Your new social circle builds you up and helps you. 8. Your memory returns and you’re not ashamed of these new memories. 9. No more hangovers, toxins, detoxes, over- and under-sleeping. 10.You have a surge of energy in life you forgot possible. 11.You’ve learned to relax in any situation and at any time. 12.You are now the true author of your biography and can write a story you absolutely would love for others to read. 13.Flat out, you look healthy and amazing. 14.On top of that, you feel just as good as you look, emotionally and physically. 15.Your psychology shifts. You can now concentrate, sit still, and feel okay with boredom and silence. 16.After beating addiction, no challenge is scary or too big for you to beat. 17.You wake up with a zest for life instead of moaning and groaning. 18.Your productivity in work and hobby projects goes through the roof. 19.People you can be proud of now seek out your attention. 20.You take the time to cook and eat delicious and healthy meals instead of scrounging for junk food. 21.You don’t have to worry about laws regarding possession, driving, buying and selling, etc. 22.You can now commit to plans in the distance and stick by them because your life is predictable
and stable. 23.There’s finally something else to talk about with people who don’t care about that thing. 24.You stick by your code of honor, ethics, and morals. 25.You are you and happy about it and don’t care about other people’s negative opinions any more. 26.No more giant regrets about the past and anxieties about the future. 27.Your senses, emotions, and ability to partake in them reach new heights. 28.You don’t say or do stupid things in desperation to people you care about. 29.Creativity and intellect pours out of you, and you have the energy, time, and finances to pursue these interests. 30.You can play with the kids, pets, or your healthy adult friends again. 31.You want to engage instead of withdraw, and involve instead of detach. 32.You find the positive aspect of everything instead of the negative. 33.You don’t detect tension and pressure in every conversation with your loved ones. 34.There’s no more wondering when that surprise intervention is coming. 35.You know how to help others who are in the position you were once in. 36.You are more than willing to get out there and help too. 37.You don’t tolerate problems any more. You solve them all and life is amazing because of it. 38.You can smell and taste things again and it’s frickin’ wonderful. 39.Family holiday events are coming and you’re actually looking forward to it. 40.You discover a million books, movies, and TV shows you missed out on and get to enjoy them en masse. 41.You realize that you’ve come out the other end wiser and more compassionate than most people. 42.You are immune to aggravation from “the little things” in life. 43.A sense of gratitude, serenity, and peace arises in you and stays. 44.Everything happens faster and you can have more experiences now that there’s not all of this extra “preparation time.” 45.You never take this current level of clarity for granted ever again. 46.Empathy and sympathy are now your super powers. 47.Confidence, security, and self-esteem are your armor and shield. 48.Discipline, planning, and self-awareness are your weapons. 49.You’ll never be addicted or abuse drugs again. 50.Most importantly, YOU ARE FREE!