alya
@FindingAlya
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A journey from chaos to calm 🌄
England, United Kingdom
Joined September 2020
There’s nothing better for the mind than this I had a long chat with an 80 yr old walker, he said people don’t live in the present or appreciate the ‘free’ things. we shared gratitude for the surroundings & the present moment. He said I made his day, he made mine 🩵
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Hello recovery world, had an unplanned break, came back to a few concerned dms. I’m good! I’ve been working, spending time with family, travelling, just navigating through every day life & my recovery continues to go well through the ups & downs 💪🏻
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Been incredibly overwhelmed with stress. My head said drink to escape. My heart said get out in nature. A cold wet foggy day, but a sober & calm one 🤍
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Morning #RecoveryPosse today I am 5 years clean & sober I’m not posting to brag but to hopefully inspire those struggling with #addiction I used cocaine & drank every day & couldn’t see a way out I asked @DjLeeButler for help & found freedom Ask for help. Please share/RT!
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Going through the saddest most painful rollercoaster experience of my life. My heart hurts. I’m fatigued. Yet the world carries on as normal around me & I have to act ok. If only there was a pause button 😮💨
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Was just talking about how in early recovery free time was painful, I didn’t know what to do with myself. Now I have so many interests/hobbies it feels like there isn’t enough time in the day. It does get better as you find yourself.
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Just another Saturday hangover/comedown free. Not a moment is wasted. I love how this is now normal life. Forever grateful for this freedom I now have 🤍
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It’s a cold one today but pretty 🌨️ final peaceful day off before back to reality of early alarms & rush hour traffic yay
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highs of zero degrees 🥶 Whilst out I was reflecting on how painful this time of the year used to be in addiction. No energy. Full of regret. Desperate to change but unable to get a day sober. So so grateful to be free from that.
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This weekend sees the first Full moon of 2026. It is called the Wolf 🐺 Moon 🌝 named for the howling of wolves during cold winter nights when food was scarce, though they actually howl for communication, territory, and pack bonding. Spiritually, it's a time to reconnect with
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Today marks 5 years since I stopped drinking alcohol. One of the best decisions I have ever made. Highly recommend giving it a try.
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I am 3 years sober today!!! I had no idea this was day 1 of a new life & everything was about to improve way more than words could explain:
I’m so so sick & tired of addiction I could scream. Feel chained down to it atm but I’m really trying. Still fighting it but it seems extra hard this time with having no energy after drinking/using endlessly. 1 day ill be free from this utter madness 🙏
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Merry Christmas all. My 3rd one sober. Surrounded by loved ones. Truly present. The natural high is magical ✨
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@FindingAlya My inspiration Alya ♥️ can’t quite believe this will be my 3rd sober Christmas! Every day life gets better. I love the peace and clam sobriety brings 🥰 always beats chaos & carnage! Merry Christmas 🎄🎉🎁
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If this is your first sober Christmas, it’s going to feel different—that’s normal. The entire first year of sobriety is full of firsts that seem different Remember: your sobriety is the most important gift you could give your loved ones this Christmas —and that’s meaningful
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Heading towards Christmas without any addictive thoughts screaming in my head is something I once could’ve only dreamed of. My mind is so peaceful it’s unreal. All the effort seriously pays off ❤️🩹
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I just can’t express how much more fun & sociable my life is since getting sober. There’s no missing out - I gain so much & do so much more with friends & family than I ever did before. It really is the best thing I’ve done ❤️🩹
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I never spend a Sunday regretting being sober. I used to spend every Sunday regretting that I’d used. I’d never trade the peace I have now 🦢🤍
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To those who haven’t followed her from the start, her journey has been inspiring to witness. I love this so much. You didn’t give up. You kept trying. And to see you happy and content is so beautiful! 💕💕💕
I’ve been feeling so content in my recovery lately. The simplest things are bringing the biggest highs. I keep reflecting back feeling relieved & so thankful to be over on this side ❤️🩹
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