BIGVISION NYC

Wishing you all a healthy holiday! If it’s a tough day know that we are here to support you in any way we can! Stay connected

In case anyone needed to hear this today holidays can be an odd time we are expected to be joyful and jolly but that expectation isn’t always the true reality but you will get through this!! You are loved and valued. Just know that we are here for you, always! We will be hosting a special VISIONARIES group on New Years Eve at 5pm est! We will all come up with some new year intentions and manifest some magic and then we can wake up sober on Jan 1 and get together virtually for a workout at noon! More info on that very soon Graphic via @soberevolution

Happy Friday BV Fam! We are loving this SUPER simple #mocktail from @sober_otter !!!! You fill the glass half way with sparkling apple cider, then you add half an oz of pineapple juice.. throw in some pineapple chunks and strawberries and voilà! This sweet treat is perfect :) try it out!!!

NEW BLOG POST: Reality TV: Exploiting or Empowering Sobriety? by Eve Goldberg It seems like every reality TV show these days touches on the topic of addiction and sobriety. Watching reality TV shows is my guilty pleasure, but for a while now I have been bothered by how much they promote excessive drinking. As a matter of fact, I don’t think the Housewives could have been as successful as they are without alcohol. They are encouraged by the producers to drink and when they ...do, at least one will overdo it and the drama begins! I hate seeing them embarrass themselves to that level, but somehow I can't look away! Recently, I have noticed that we are seeing the topic of sobriety discussed as some of the characters are ending up in rehab, deciding to get sober on their own, or simply revealing their struggles with substances....... To read the rest, click below! https://www.bigvision.nyc/blog/realitytv

Early sobriety in the city was lonelier for me than my first months after moving there. One day I was sitting around thinking of things to do and literally just googled young sober people NYC. BIGVISION was one of the first things I saw, and the knitting workshop was the first event I attended. I figured, I like crafting and want to meet some other sober people, so why not. Really was a game changer for me. It’s such a good way to keep your mind (and hands!) entertained.... Being able to just dive into a hobby really helped in early sobriety when I didn’t know how to spend my time, and having something tangible to show for it is an added bonus. Super grateful for the BIGVISION community and all they’ve taught me. Missing you guys from the West Coast! We miss you too, @dyliful !! We are so proud of you for learning to knit with BV and really sticking to it! You’ve made so many wonderful projects!! Can’t wait to see what else you make! Check out her projects at @dylmakesthings For those of you who’ve never been to knitting, come try it out! We meet every other Tuesday on Zoom! The possibilities of your creativity are endless

Knit nite was all smiles! We had Texas, California, Missouri, New York, and Connecticut in the house last night! In a recent article from @nytimes entitled Pick Up the Knitting Needles for a Mood Booster by @kateatherleyknits it mentioned that although knitting is a single-person activity, many knitters enjoy gathering, both online and in person, to share the successes, laugh about the mistakes and learn from one another. The portability of knitting is crucial, and as ...knitting doesn’t require one’s full focus or attention, you are able to engage with the people around you. We agree wholeheartedly! Sure, you can knit alone, but isn’t it maybe 10x better when you can do it with others!? We LOVE knitting together Join us in two weeks in the new year on Tuesday, January 6th!

Sober doesn’t mean the fun is over! BIGVISION is here to show you how wonderful sobriety can be!

a real truthbe sure to meet us in Visionaries tonight at 7pm est and lean into your recovery journey. May your path be illuminated and your vision for yourself be loud and clear. We are here to help

Happy Fall, BV fam! Who’s enjoying the beautiful changing of the leaves!? We sure are!! Where is your fave spot to catch the colors? P.S. Mark your calendars and join us for a Fall walk in Central Park on Sunday the 8th!

This is our last BIGVISION Knitting Workshop of 2020! Come end the year with some cheer and knit with us! Don’t know how to knit? No need to fret! We have the perfect holiday project for you. Just bring some yarn and a paper towel roll, and you’re golden! See you tonight!

Join us *in person* for a night of ice skating at the Rink at Brookfield Place! This will be a great winter activity!! Limited slots available. Masks required. Temperature will be checked upon arrival.... We will be following all CDC Guidelines. Register at link in bio!

If there is one thing recovery teaches, it's that your voice matters. VOTE.

#QUITLIT Here are just a few books related to recovery you might enjoy! Have you read any of these? Let us know if you have anymore to add! *enjoy*

Happy Hanukkah from the BIGVISION team!

We at BIGVISION NYC know better than most all the health benefits of knitting. Come experience it for yourself on Tuesday night! Our founder Eve Goldberg has been knitting since she was a young girl and besides being able to create beautiful things for herself and her family, she knows the the therapeutic and calming effects something that’s greatly needed right now. Whether you are an experienced knitter or never picked up needles before, join us and you will be hooked!!

What does recovery look like to you?

@youthpreventionmentors and BIGVISION present Unwrapped: Navigating the Challenges & Triggers of the Holiday Season Please join us as we discuss some of the common issues that occur in families during the holiday season. From managing expectations to substance use to family resolutions, we aim to offer solutions for parents and young adults during this dynamic time.... Thursday, December 17th, 6PM est via Zoom! Register at link in bio!

VISIONARIES: A safe space to connect with other young adults in recovery. Get support. Give support. Listen. Learn. Community is the key to sustaining recovery! Join us. Sign up via link in bio!

Join us for Hair Hacks with @ecrunewyork this Thursday to learn hair hacks everyone should know! No more bad hair days. No more hiding under your hat.... Amanda Jenkins, Ecru New York Global Director of Education and NYC hair artist helps you brush up on creating effortlessly beautiful hair quickly and with ease. Whether you have 5 minutes or time to spare she will show you how to keep your strands (any length) looking spectacular. VIA ZOOM. All registrants will receive an ECRU New York gift! Sign up at link in bio!

How did you get sober?

It’s going to be a beautiful day to move our bodies in Battery Park! Join us for @theanckor workout, where you’ll exercise yourself physically, mentally, and socially. This workout combines high intensity interval training, meditation and breathwork, and sharing verbally what’s coming up for you based on a themed topic. Don’t miss it! *free* RSVP at link in bio!

KNIT WITH US! *Virtual* meetup tonight at 7:30PM est on Zoom! Open to all across the nation, tell your friends! Knitting is an incredible way to de-stress, connect with yourself and others, and make something with your hands! Come meet other young adults in recovery and learn to knit/ show us whatever knitting project you’re working on!!!... Register at link in bio!

Connection is KEY to staying sober. BIGVISION is here to help young adults sustain their recovery through community, experiences, and sober lifestyle. From virtual to in-person offerings, we are here for everyone in NY and across the nation.

It’s #worldmentalhealthday and we want you to know that wherever you are at today in your journey, we are here to help sustain your recovery through community, experiences, and sober lifestyle. We’ve got you! Love, The BIGVISION family

There’s just something so magical about this city, don’t you think, BV Community? If you live in NYC, do you like being sober here? Why? Or why not?! Tell us

BIGVISION Team doing @loosidapp #GetLoosidChallenge to #FightAddictionStigmas Stigmas of addiction and sobriety are preventing those tormented by addiction from getting the help they need. Addiction is not a lack of willpower.... Addiction is not something to be ashamed of. Getting sober doesn’t mean the end of fun. BIGVISION is all about helping you sustain recovery through community, experiences, and sober lifestyle. We are all here for you!! Let's show the world that together we support the Addiction & Sober Community!