In recent years, the functional beverage category has grown well beyond the energy drinks of yore into a more nuanced and refined world that offers thoughtfully crafted options, designed to enhance your mood, mental function, and general well-being. These beverages promote relaxation, focus, social engagement, sleep, and gut health without ... READ MORE

Creating a more inclusive environment in the world of corporate events is good for business, good for employees, and fosters a deeper sense of connection and belonging. But there is work to be done to get there. Laura Nelson, sober advocate and author of The Inclusive Event Planner, explores. ... READ MORE

Author and sober advocate, Peggi Cooney, walks us through her philosophy around creating a morning routine that builds joy and structure into each day while safeguarding sobriety and keeping you aligned with your goals. ... READ MORE

Anika Sawni is one a mission....A mission to bring joy—and delicious beverage options—wherever she goes. As co-founder of the nonalcoholic beverage company Grüvi, alongside her brother Niki and their family-based team, Anika has built a business that embraces joy, great flavor, and deep connections with their enthusiastic community. Her efforts ... READ MORE

In this season of renewal, sobriety coach Heather Lowe recalls her first wobbly steps into sobriety, and the courage and determination it took to take root in a new, sunnier life—full of possibility—much like her favorite spring flower, the daffodil. ... READ MORE

We love it when a thread emerges through our quarterly issues. As our Spring 2025 issue came together, we realized that each article—in its own way—offers a unique perspective on focusing on the feeling you want in order to take a step towards the life you're looking for. Our EIC ... READ MORE

A letter on new beginnings of all kinds from our editor-in-chief, Nicole Pietrandrea Hough, winter 2024-25. ... READ MORE

What would your year look like if Dry January turned into 100 days or more? Mark LaFaro explores. ... READ MORE

As one of the most celebrated bartenders in the country, Derek Brown has made a career of creating some of the best cocktails around. After reevaluating his relationship with alcohol several years ago, Derek had to also consider what that career would look like going forward. Happily for all of ... READ MORE

This letter is from our 2024 Holiday Guide. Click to download the guide here: Click to download our 2024 Holiday Guide From Nicole with wishes for a happy holiday season: When I gave up alcohol in 2020, I didn’t specifically choose to stop drinking during the holidays. More accurately, I ... READ MORE