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Alcohol Free (AF)

Life and Travel in Sobriety

Once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through or how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure, in fact, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about.

Once the storm is over, you won't remember how you made it through or how you managed to survive. You won't even be sure, in fact, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won't be the same person who walked in. That's what this storm's all about.

Haruki Murakami – Kafka on the Shore

Days Since an Accident (Last Drink)

The author of Colorado Saram has faced many adventures, challenges, and missteps while exploring the natural world.

The author of Colorado Saram has faced many adventures, challenges and missteps exploring the natural world.

This was around the time I realized my daily drinking wasn't sustainable anymore.

This page is dedicated to a new series of adventures, leaving alcohol behind and navigating life and travel in

This page is dedicated to a new series of adventures, leaving alcohol behind and navigating life and travel in

Sobriety

A common theme in before after pictures with drinkers is to look at the eyes. They say a lot.

I want to make clear that I’m not an addiction specialist, a therapist or a life coach.

I’m just a guy who abused alcohol for most of his adult life (including the teen years).

These are just some personal experiences, thoughts, and admissions as I attempt to tackle the new challenges ahead of living life and traveling the world alcohol-free.

I'm just a guy who abused alcohol for most of his adult life (including the teen years).

These are just some personal experiences, thoughts, and admissions as I attempt to tackle the new challenges ahead of living life and traveling the world alcohol-free.

While every other page of this blog will remain decidedly PG-13, the road to recovery may be laden with a few f-bombs.

Proceed accordingly. . .

While every other page of this blog will remain decidedly PG-13, the road to recovery may be laden with a few f-bombs.

Proceed accordingly

Though I don’t claim to have any answers, I feel like I’ve weathered the worst of the storm and you can certainly feel free to contact me.

Though I don't claim to have any answers, I feel like I've weathered the worst of the storm and you can certainly feel free to contact me.

Alcohol-Free Content

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At the top of Sky Ranch in Gangwon Province, South Korea
Alcohol-Free Life & Travel, Featured

Embracing Sobriety: Reflections on My First Year Completely Alcohol-Free

As I celebrate my first full year without alcohol, I look back on the journey and reflect on all the positive changes its absence has brought to my life.

Without minimizing its power, the hold alcohol had on my life feels released. I have no desire to go back to it.

Although it may always be lurking over my shoulder, I rarely even think about it anymore.

I don’t hold any grudges towards it; it gave me some of the best memories of my life. However, it became unsustainable.

They say the opposite of love isn’t hate; it’s indifference. And that’s where I choose to place alcohol for as long as I can.

I just don’t need it anymore.

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Jun 30, 2024 28 min read

Colorado Saram and dog (Winnie) at Conan Beach, Jeju Island - South Korea.

John Buckley

I grew up in the renowned ski resort town of Vail, Colorado, but I’ve lived in South Korea for over 15 years, working as an English teacher.

Colorado Saram means "Colorado person" in Korean.

For more than 20 years, I’ve traveled the world, maintaining my Colorado lifestyle while pursuing my passion for international travel in Asia and beyond.

I write about international skiing, hiking, outdoor adventures, dog-friendly travel, travel gear, and more.

Read more about the journey that led to the creation of Colorado Saram and how I aim to help you bring the spirit of Colorado adventure to your international travels!

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