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You got sober. Now what?

An online community for people in recovery who want to build lives of leadership, purpose, and real impact — not just sobriety.

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What is this?

A community for the question nobody talks about

What do I want to do with my life now that I'm sober? The Recovered Leader exists for that question. It's built on the belief that recovery isn't just about staying sober — it's about recognizing that the process of recovery develops something powerful: leadership capacity.

The same tools used to rebuild your life — honesty, discipline, accountability, commitment, and courage — can be directed toward building something meaningful: purpose, contribution, and impact.

What you get

Daily reflections
Discussion with others on the same path, every day
Monthly live workshop
Self-leadership and personal growth, hosted live
Structured courses
Built around the Root → Rise → Lead pathway
Real community
People who see recovery as a strength, not a liability
Free Starter Pack
Delivered when you join the email list

How it works

Four steps to get started

Take the quiz

Not sure if this is for you? The self-assessment takes about 5 minutes and helps you get clear on where you are in your recovery and what you need next.

Is This Right for Me? →

Join the community

Create a free Skool account and join The Recovered Leader community. Takes two minutes. No payment information needed — it's always free to join.

Free · No credit card

Meet the founder

New members are invited to a weekly Q&A call — a chance to introduce yourself, ask questions, and get oriented. Find the link in the Skool community calendar.

Weekly · In the community calendar

Show up and grow

Engage in daily reflections, connect with members on the same path, and build the discipline, purpose, and leadership that recovery makes possible.

At your own pace

The Framework

One path. Three stages. Your pace.

Stage One

Root

Build the foundation. This stage is about creating structure, discipline, and the daily habits that stabilize recovery while developing strong self-leadership.

Focus: routines, accountability, emotional regulation

Stage Two

Rise

Growth turns into leadership. Clarify your values, develop a vision for your life, and build the skills to take responsibility and influence those around you.

Focus: values, vision, communication, contribution

Stage Three

Lead

For leaders, founders, and entrepreneurs in long-term recovery who have built something — and want to protect it. Stay effective in life and business without sacrificing your sobriety.

Focus: burnout prevention, peer accountability, sustainable performance

This is for you if…

You're sober and ready for what's next

You're in recovery and asking "now what?"
You want structure, direction, and a sense of purpose
You're tired of doing this alone and want real community
You believe your recovery story is a strength, not a shame
You want to lead — your life, your family, your career

This is not for you if…

We want to be honest about the fit

You're actively using and not yet in recovery
You're looking for a treatment program or clinical support
You want quick results without doing the inner work
You're not open to community, accountability, or reflection

From the founder

"I didn't realize how much recovery would change my life. I thought I was just giving up substances — but what I actually got was a new identity, built on discipline, commitment, and fortitude."

All of the energy I used to stay in my addiction, I was able to channel into going back to college, getting my degree, and pursuing meaning and purpose in my life. I created The Recovered Leader because I lived the question this community is built around. Recovery gave me the tools — accountability, resilience, honesty, grit. But I had to figure out on my own how to turn those tools into something real.

I wanted someone to help me bridge the gap from sobriety to success. This community is what I wish had existed. It's built for people who are past the crisis and ready to build. I'm a coach, therapist, and entrepreneur who believes your story is your greatest leadership asset — and I built this space to help you prove it.

— Sicily Owings, MSW

Founder, The Rooted Explorer & The Recovered Leader

We're just getting started

Become a Founding Member

This community is in its early days — which means you have a rare chance to help shape it. Founding members get access to everything, influence the direction, and become the core of something being built from the ground up.

Free access to the full Skool community
Direct input on future workshops and courses
Recognition as a founding member
A community small enough that people actually know your name

Join now while the community is small and the founder is still personally welcoming every new member. That won't last forever.

Join as a Founding Member →

Free to join · No credit card · Skool account required (free to create)

Common questions

Everything you might be wondering

Is it really free?

Yes. The free tier gives you full access to the community, daily reflections, discussions, and the monthly live workshop. There may be a paid tier in the future with 1:1 coaching options, but the core community is free.

What exactly is Skool?

Skool is an online community platform — think of it as a better version of a Facebook Group, purpose-built for learning and discussion. It's free to create a Skool account.

Do I need to be sober for a certain amount of time?

We ask that members have at least 30 days of sobriety before joining. This helps ensure everyone has clinical recovery supports in place — and helps maintain the safety and integrity of the group.

Is this a replacement for AA or other support programs?

No — and we'd never suggest that. This community is designed to complement your existing recovery support. It focuses on leadership and purpose-building, not primary addiction recovery treatment.

How much time does it take each week?

As much or as little as you want. Daily reflections take 5–10 minutes. The monthly workshop is about an hour. Courses are self-paced — you go at your own speed.

Is the community private?

Yes. The Skool community is a closed group — only members can see what's posted inside. You can also use a username rather than your full name. You control what you share.

Ready?

Your recovery is the foundation,
not the ceiling.

Join a community of people who are done just surviving — and ready to build something. It's free, it's focused, and it's waiting for you.

Join the Community Free → Am I Ready? Take the Quiz

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