Brian Cuban

Pets And Grief

Each time is brutal.

I Miss My Dad

I'm not always successful in living up to his standards, but I try.

My Sobriety Itself Is Almost Old Enough To Drink

At that first AA meeting, it seemed like half the people in the room were lawyers I knew.

Depression, Road Bumps, And Adjustments

Triggers often come from where you least expect them. Adjustments are OK.

Social Media And Suicide

Sharing stories of hope and recovery can contribute to suicide prevention. 

Are Addiction Secrets Holding You Back?

We all have secrets, but the addiction secrets are some of the worst.

It’s Day 1, And I’m Terrified

I was lucky. I have a close family. That’s a privilege.

FYI, Lawyers: It’s Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Today, I am approaching 19 years since I last stuck my finger down my throat. 

Suicide Prevention In The Legal Profession

For Suicide Prevention Month, learn the two-ask rule and resolve to never mind your own business if you see the signs.

Dealing With Collective Trauma

Since the events of July 13, I've felt depressed, helpless, angry, anxious, and many other emotions that go along with traumatic events. It's OK to feel those things.

Tracking My Sobriety Through Dallas Mavericks Trips To The NBA Finals

The first time the Mavs went to the finals, I was a cocaine-snorting mess. Things have changed over the years.

Going From FOMO To JOMO In Early Sobriety

Fear of missing out is common in early sobriety. Here is how I dealt with it.

That First Night Out Newly Sober

The first restaurant or social event in early sobriety can be terrifying. The key is to have a plan going in.

My Early Days In Recovery

Someone asked me what my first few days in recovery were like. Here is what I remember.

The Peter Principle Of Excessive Drinking

You don't have to be an alcoholic for drinking to negatively impact your life.