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Sober and Unashamed: Catastrophism

• February 12, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Mental Health, Safety

New from Sober and Unashamed: “Catastrophism” We have published hundreds of essays on alcoholism, recovery, sex and intimacy, underlying issues, growth and progress. Maybe you love to read, but just don’t seem to find the time….

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Sober and Unashamed: Soft Pillows

• February 5, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Family, Health, Marriage, Mental Health, Recovery

New from Sober and Unashamed: “Soft Pillows” We have published hundreds of essays on alcoholism, recovery, sex and intimacy, underlying issues, growth and progress. Maybe you love to read, but just don’t seem to find the…

• Emotional Safety
• Recovery
• Relationship

Ep333 – Dueling Instincts: Self Care or Nurturing

• February 2, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Emotional Safety, Family, Guilt, Health, Marriage, Mental Health, Recovery

Sheri talks about breaking free from an instinctual and conditioned compulsion to prioritize Matt’s needs over hers. Her transformation has not only had a positive personal effect, but it has made her more effective at…

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Sober and Unashamed: Cold Hands

• January 29, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Family, Mental Health, Recovery

New from Sober and Unashamed: “Cold Hands” We have published hundreds of essays on alcoholism, recovery, sex and intimacy, underlying issues, growth and progress. Maybe you love to read, but just don’t seem to find the…

• Addiction
• Alcohol
• Recovery

Ep332 – No More Wasted Days with Sara

• January 26, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Gray Area Drinking, Recovering Out Loud

Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet got sober, along with her husband, six years ago, and she talks with Sheri and Matt about triggers, parenting, the alcoholic label, stuffing emotions, sex and intimacy, going public, and self-confidence. Please check…

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Sober and Unashamed: And I Thought Alcohol Addiction Was Dangerous

• January 22, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Human Condition, Mental Health

New from Sober and Unashamed: “And I Thought Alcohol Addiction Was Dangerous” We have published hundreds of essays on alcoholism, recovery, sex and intimacy, underlying issues, growth and progress. Maybe you love to read, but just…

• Emotional Masculinity
• Mental Health
• Relationship

Ep331 – Alcohol has No Relationship Value with Amy Lombardi

• January 19, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Communication, Divorce, Family, Intimacy, Marriage, Mental Health, Recovery, Resentment, Separation, Trauma

In her 25 years as a couples therapist, Amy Lombardi, LPC, has worked with thousands of people, and can think of zero clients for whom alcohol has enhanced their life or relationship. In fact, alcohol…

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Sober and Unashamed: Million-Dollar Endorsement

• January 8, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Family, Kids, Resentment, Teens, Trauma

New from Sober and Unashamed: “Million-Dollar Endorsement” We have published hundreds of essays on alcoholism, recovery, sex and intimacy, underlying issues, growth and progress. Maybe you love to read, but just don’t seem to find the…

• Emotional Safety

Ep329 – 10 Forms of Emotional Abuse

• January 5, 2026
• Tagged as: Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Emotional Safety, Family, Marriage, Mental Health, Trust

Emotional abuse doesn’t leave visible bruises. Emotional abuse is always one weak apology away from being brushed under the rug. But trust and physical intimacy are impossible without emotional safety, and anything that disrupts emotional…

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Sober and Unashamed: The Cruelty of Addiction

• December 31, 2025
• Tagged as: Addiction, Mental Health

New from Sober and Unashamed: “The Cruelty of Addiction” We have published hundreds of essays on alcoholism, recovery, sex and intimacy, underlying issues, growth and progress. Maybe you love to read, but just don’t seem…