Lightning Round Questions Favorite quote: “Sobriety Delivers What Drinking Promised” Favorite books: This Naked Mind by Annie Grace, Untamed, Alcoholics Anonymous, aka “Big Book” Recovery Routine: “Self Care is a non-negotiable”    Hello, my loves! Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host.  Today, my guest is Michelle Smith, creator of the very popular FB Group, Recovery Is The New Black, a digital community for moms in recovery. As a wife and working mother of two, Michelle fell into the "mommy juice" drinking culture. She found a way out and has been in recovery from alcohol abuse since 2016. As a certified addiction and mental health counselor, she provides services to other moms who are seeking supportive alternatives to a boozy culture that tells us alcohol is an accessory to motherhood. Michelle has 20 years of experience in the field of addiction medicine and behavioral health treatment. One last thing before we jump in, if you are struggling to get your first 30 days alcohol-free, you can enroll in Sobriety Reset, a private online course, with videos and worksheets designed to help you overcome the most challenging hurdles in early sobriety. Things like emotional triggers, how to handle social events, boredom, sleep issues, and more. All the most effective strategies & lessons I’ve learned over my 26 years in recovery and as a coach. Plus if you decide to enroll before January 1st, you’ll save $60 on the program. For all the details, visit SobrietyRest.com  So without further ado, please enjoy this wide-ranging conversation, with Michelle!