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I know I'm not the only queer person who has struggled with substance abuse – it's not uncommon in our community because of the chronic trauma so many of us do and have experience/d from our families, friends, and society at large.

I make art based on my experiences as a queer sober person and the joy it has brought to my life. If you want to take a look, it’s on Instagram and I also recently duplicated it to Pixelfed (federated photo-sharing community).

https://instagram.com/soberandfruity https://pixelfed.social/soberandfruity

I'm working on a piece right now about alcohol companies rainbow-washing for pride. I think they are aware of the alcohol abuse in our community and it sucks. But it also is important to be represented in society, which is, at the moment, capitalism.

I welcome DMs from anyone who wants to talk about their drinking if they are worried it's problematic, or just want to talk. I've been sober for over three years :)

Disclaimer: Many people, including queer people, are able to drink in a way that is not disordered or unhealthy for them. I don't judge anyone who drinks!

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[–] HeapOfDogs@beehaw.org 1 points 1 year ago (3 children)

Another sober queer here! You aren't alone.

[–] martine@lemm.ee 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

There are dozens of us! Dozens! 😅

[–] HeapOfDogs@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I took a look at your art and felt attacked, lol. My NA is always kombucha. It's so true.

[–] martine@lemm.ee 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

How much kombucha can we be expected to drink?? lolol

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