Our Story
Built by People Who Know the Journey
Sobriety Lifestyle was born from lived experience. We are not observers... we are people in recovery, writing for people in recovery.
Our Mission
To make sobriety feel like a life worth living
Too much of the conversation around sobriety focuses on what you give up. We believe the real story is what you gain... clarity, presence, connection, and a version of yourself you actually like. Sobriety Lifestyle exists to tell that story, honestly and beautifully, for anyone who needs to hear it.
What we stand for
Honesty over perfection
We do not publish polished success stories. We publish real ones, with the hard parts left in.
Community over isolation
Recovery is not a solo journey. Everything we create is designed to make you feel less alone.
Empowerment over shame
We do not believe in rock bottoms as prerequisites. Every moment is a valid starting point.
Depth over noise
We take our time. Every article, playlist, and recommendation is chosen with intention.
"We started this magazine because we needed it ourselves. If it helps even one person feel less alone on a hard night, it has done its job."
— Sérgio Taborda, Founder
Editorial Team
The people behind the pages
Sérgio Taborda
Founder & Editor-in-Chief
Sérgio has been sober for two years. He started Sobriety Lifestyle after struggling to find media that reflected his experience... honest, warm, and free of judgment. He writes about identity, the power of being your trueself, living your epic life and what it means to rebuild a life from the inside out.
Priya Mehta
Senior Editor, Emotional Wellness
A therapist and writer, Priya brings clinical depth and personal warmth to every piece she edits. She believes the most powerful thing a magazine can do is make a reader feel seen.
James Okafor
Music & Culture Editor
James curates our playlists and covers the intersection of music, creativity, and recovery. He has been writing about culture for over a decade and has been sober for four years.
Want to contribute?
We welcome submissions from writers, artists, and anyone with a story worth telling. Lived experience is the only credential we require.