Joe Annotti
The Benefits of Mindfulness & How to Practice It
This blog was originally posted on Whoop.com here – https://www.whoop.com/us/en/thelocker/benefits-of-mindfulness/?srsltid=AfmBOoq9OSIjkI3Plx8fCVNSQjVz2-6Oqd8zdavxwRz4PSysPiJrLl0Q A Quick Intro to Mindfulness for Beginners. Mindfulness has many definitions. Dr. John Yates describes it as “the optimal interaction between attention and peripheral awareness.” In order to fully comprehend mindfulness, it is pivotal to first understand the unique functions of attention and peripheral awareness. […]
Adventure, Connection, and Clarity: Why We’re Leveling Up with Bigger Life Adventures in 2026
Bigger Life Adventures shares our DNA. They don’t just host “trips”; they curate transformative experiences that prioritize mindfulness, plant-based nourishment, and adventurous movement.
e-Engineering the “Happy Hour”
The Rise of the Fitness-First Social Life For decades, the cultural “off-switch” for the workday has been the same: 5:00 PM hits, and the world head to “Happy Hour.” It was the default setting for networking, venting, and celebrating. But in 2026, a seismic shift is happening. The bar stool is being traded for the […]
NamaStay Sober Appoints Skull & Bogeys Golf Co. Founder Joe Annotti as Board President
The Board of Directors of NamaStay Sober is proud to announce the appointment of Joe Annotti as its new Board President.
Digital Sobriety
Is Your Phone the New “Liquid Courage”? In 2026, the term “sobriety” has expanded. We’re no longer just talking about what’s in your glass or your bloodstream; we’re talking about what’s in your hand. Dr. Anna Lembke famously called the smartphone “the modern hypodermic needle,” and as we wrap up this year’s Sobruary, it’s time […]
Issues in the Tissues
Why “Talking It Out” Isn’t Enough for Trauma We’ve all been there. You’ve spent an hour in a therapy chair, logically dissecting your past, analyzing your triggers, and “doing the work” with your head. Yet, the moment you walk out the door, your chest feels tight, your heart is racing, and that familiar urge to […]
Yoga and Sobriety: The Simple Trick to Calm Your Nervous System (No Tracking Required)
You know that feeling when your heart's racing, your thoughts won't stop spinning, and it seems like your body's running on high alert 24/7? Yeah, that's pretty common in recovery. Your nervous system has been through a lot, and it's basically stuck in overdrive. Here's the good news: you don't need an expensive smartwatch, a […]
The Loneliness Epidemic vs. The Sangha
Why Connection is the Real Sobriety Biohack In 2026, we’ve finally stopped treating loneliness like a “sad feeling” and started treating it like the public health crisis it is. With the Surgeon General’s ongoing warnings about the physical toll of isolation—equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day—the world is finally waking up to a truth […]
Hitting the “Sobruary” Slump?
After a daytrip to Boston yesterday, a few thoughts from the journey: It’s February 4th. The “New Year, New Me” glitter officially settled into the gray slush on the Boston sidewalks. If you’re participating in Sobruary 2026, you may be hitting a wall. The initial rush of “doing the thing” has faded, the days are […]
Do You Really Need Sober Gyms? Here's the Truth About Recovery Fitness
Let's be honest. When you're in recovery, even the simplest things can feel complicated. Going to the grocery store. Meeting new people. And yeah, stepping into a gym. You've probably heard the term "sober gyms" floating around. Maybe you've wondered if they're worth it, or if they're even a real thing. Perhaps you're asking yourself: […]
