What does sobriety mean?

What is sobriety? what does it mean to be sober? Is sobriety the total abstinence from all substances? Can I truly be sober if I'm taking mental health medications, or if I smoke or if I vape? While these may seem to be easy to answer questions, they lead to a great deal of frustration and confusion for many members of the recovery community, especially for those just getting started. In this episode of Forest Fires, Addiction Recovery and Redemption, we take a deep dive into what it means to be sober.