Making Things Better Sober Living

12/21/2025

This anniversary weekend has been a powerful moment of reflection on just how far we’ve come in 16 years. From overcoming homelessness and addiction; me after 10 years, Tony after 20 years 🙏🏽 to inspiring, encouraging, and supporting one another through healing, growth, and purpose. We both earned higher-level degrees on the same day. Tony graduating with his Master’s and me with my Doctorate. Two former homeless addicts. Higher education. Multiple businesses. A life rebuilt from the ground up.

No matter where you are or where you’re starting, see yourself in the future. If we can do it, you can do it. Never give up. If you feel led to support our residents through donations or resources, please reach out.

We’re also excited to host our first Master Class Webinar: Building Recovery Homes & Creating Community on January 13.

Our journey is captured in our theme song “Rebuilding”, written and produced by Dr. Brenda Combs~ starting over is always possible.🙏🏽🩷

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12/18/2025

Its beginning to look like Christmas at Making Things Better Sober Living ✨🎄

As the holidays approach, we’re reminded that recovery isn’t just about staying sober — it’s about creating safe, supportive spaces where healing can continue.

If the holidays feel heavy for you, know this:
You are not alone.
Your journey matters.
And brighter days are ahead.

For many in recovery, this season can bring mixed emotions — but here, no one walks alone. We’re reminded that healing happens in community, consistency, and care. Every light, every decoration, every shared moment represents progress, safety, and the courage to keep moving forward.

If you’re on a recovery journey this season, know this: you matter, you belong, and better days are ahead.

From our MTB family to yours — may this season bring peace, reflection, and renewed strength. 💙

12/15/2025

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12/12/2025

In recovery and in life, wisdom is found in the quiet.
Not in over talking.
Not in over thinking.
Not in needing all eyes on you.

When you listen to learn, stay teachable, and focus on healing instead of applause, everything shifts.

Choose wisdom over noise.
Your growth depends on it.

Dr. Brenda Combs, EdD
Ambassador of Inspiration™









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12/07/2025

📣 TODAY IS THE DAY!
We are officially releasing Building Recovery Communities: Your Complete Guide to Starting Your Sober Living Business by Mark Tony Carter, MBA, MSL and Dr. Brenda Combs, EdD, Ambassador of Inspiration™.

After years of hands-on experience, real-world challenges, and proven success running licensed, ADHS-certified sober living homes, Tony Carter and I
have put everything we know into this complete blueprint for anyone ready to make a real impact.

Whether you’re just getting started or ready to expand, this book gives you:
✔️ Step-by-step startup guidance
✔️ Policies, procedures, and real-life scenarios
✔️ Licensing and compliance insight
✔️ Leadership and resident-management tools
✔️ The empowerment you need to build it the RIGHT way

This is more than a book — it’s a movement to elevate recovery housing with integrity, compassion, and excellence.

✨ Available NOW on Amazon:
👉 https://amzn.to/48lXe1y

Become part of the solution. Build something that truly changes lives. 🙌

The Complete Sober Living Blueprint: Step-by-Step Guide to Opening and Operating Successful Recovery Housing

12/05/2025

NO DAYS OFF IN RECOVERY
The Daily Grind Doesn’t Stop

There are no days off in recovery.
No PTO. No vacations. No coasting.

A milestone is a blessing —
but it is NOT the time to relax.

Recovery isn’t about counting days…
It’s about the quality of life you’re building
through consistency, discipline, and honesty.

When you reach a milestone,
that’s the moment to push harder,
focus deeper,
and stay committed to the path that saved your life.

Recovery is rush hour every day —
and you must keep moving forward.

Dr. Brenda Combs, EdD
Ambassador of Inspiration™

12/03/2025

🏡💙 WRAP OUR SENIORS IN DIGNITY & CARE
This season, SHERO Entrepreneurs™ Finding My Shoes Foundation™ and
Making Things Better Sober Living are
coming together to support seniors in recovery and those experiencing homelessness.

A warm blanket.
Personal care items.
A pair of socks.
Simple gifts that change everything.

👉 Shop our Amazon Wish List
Items ship directly to our facilities and will be delivered to:
• Justa Center
• Andre House
• MTB OG Seniors
Amazon Link:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/53M9TZRC7BA7?ref_=wl_share

Will you be someone’s blessing today?