Joe Annotti
5 Myths About Yoga and Sobriety (No, You Don’t Have to Be Flexible to Stay Sober)
Let’s be real for a second. When you hear the word "yoga," what’s the first thing that pops into your head? For a lot of us in the recovery community, it’s an image of someone twisted into a human pretzel, wearing expensive leggings, and looking like they’ve never had a stressful day in their life. […]
No More Awkward Small Talk: Building a Real Sobriety Community Through Sweat
Let’s be honest: early sobriety feels a lot like being the new kid at a middle school dance. You’re standing against the gym wall, clutching a lukewarm LaCroix, and wondering what on earth you’re supposed to do with your hands. Your skin feels a size too small, your brain is firing off "danger" signals because […]
Benefits of Meditation: Improve Awareness and Focus Attention
This article was originally posted on Whoop.com here – https://www.whoop.com/us/en/thelocker/benefits-of-meditation/?srsltid=AfmBOoooWScDNb6ONwIM4_otC_Kf46sVIglodNr5woLoXHLVyORpjB0l Can you really train the brain just as you do any other muscle? Meditation and Training the Brain We now have substantial scientific evidence that says we can. Wellness habits, such as meditation, promote our brain to change and rewire itself through a lifelong process termed neuroplasticity. […]
Why Recovery Fitness Is All About Community in 2026
Hey there, family. Joe here. It’s March 2026, and if you take a look around the fitness world, things look a little different than they did even a few years ago. We’ve all seen the shift. For a long time, the "lone wolf" mentality was the gold standard. You’d put on your noise-canceling headphones, stare […]
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 […]
