Today I’m joined by my colleague Monica.

She’s the Community Manager for Tribe Sober and she’s also celebrating her 5th Soberversary next week.

I’ve known Monica since her first Day One and it’s giving me such joy to walk alongside her on this life changing journey.

In this conversation, we explored:

Why so many people struggle for years before reaching out for help
The trap of trying to do it alone
Why relapse is part of the learning process
The importance of community and connection in recovery
How mindset — not willpower — is the key to lasting change
The danger of “I can have just one” thinking
Practical tips for getting started

Monica shares powerful advice for anyone at the beginning of their journey:
👉 Don’t try to do it alone
👉 Treat sobriety as a project
👉 Plan your alcohol-free life, not your drinking
👉 Stay connected and keep showing up
👉 And most importantly — don’t try harder, try different

This episode is a reassuring reminder that there is no such thing as failure — only learning — and that with persistence, curiosity, and the right support, lasting change is possible.

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Don't Try Harder...Try Different - with Community Manager Monica