BUILD A LIFE YOU DON’T NEED TO ESCAPE

STOP NEGOTIATING WITH ALCOHOL AND TAKE BACK CONTROL

A structured approach for men ready to stop negotiating with alcohol and take back control using structure and accountability, not willpower.

LogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogoLogo

Built from real experience

Why You Can Trust This Process

This isn’t theory it’s lived sobriety built through real discipline, backed by proven coaching systems that create lasting change.

5+ years

Coaching men in sobriety & life rebuild.

Sobriety

Since 08 / 08 / 2020 built from real recovery, not motivational quotes.

100+

Men helped to regain control, structure, and purpose.

I’m a Men’s Sobriety & Fitness Coach.

Sobriety isn’t about willpower. It’s about structure and standards. When your days are built with intention

Most people call me RIPPLE

Meet Michael Ripple

I’m originally from Detroit, but I spent 18 years in Las Vegas destroying my life before I finally turned things around. For years, I lived on the run or under supervision, caught in a cycle of drugs, alcohol, and consequences. I didn’t get sober until I was almost 36.

I’ve been sober from hard drugs since March 23, 2018, and completely sober since August 8, 2020. In 2018, I was facing 74 months in federal prison on my third strike. When I was given probation instead, it became my wake-up call. I knew I had to change everything.

Since getting sober, I rebuilt my life from the ground up. I got out of debt, restored relationships, got in the best shape of my life, and built real discipline and confidence. I’ve competed in Men’s Physique, run a half marathon, and built a business that’s helped over 100 men change their lives.

I’ve been exactly where you are and I climbed out using the same blueprint I now give my clients.

Drinking isn’t the root problem

The Problem Isn’t Just Alcohol

The problem Isn’t just alcohol you already know drinking isn’t helping you anymore. But quitting hasn’t been as simple as you thought it would be either. What you’re dealing with:

  • Drinking most nights even when you say you won’t.

  • Waking up tired, unmotivated, and frustrated with yourself.

  • Starting strong, then sliding back into old patterns.

  • Feeling stuck in the same cycle month after month.

  • Knowing you’re capable of more...but not
    following through.

  • What You’ve Probably Tried
    You’ve tried cutting back on your own.

  • You’ve tried “only on weekends.” You’ve tried relying on willpower and white-knuckling through cravings.

You’ve tried cutting back, drinking only on weekends, and relying on willpower. None of it stuck. The real frustration isn’t just alcohol, it’s the constant self-negotiation and broken promises, even when everything looks fine on the outside. Alcohol isn’t the only problem. The real issue is the lack of structure and accountability.

The Solution

This isn’t just about quitting drinking.

It’s about rebuilding your life with structure, standards, and accountability so sobriety actually lasts.
There are two paths, depending on where you’re starting.

Start where you are. Build forward from there.

Choose the Path That Fits Where You Are

Break The Bottle

12-Week 1:1 Coaching Program

Who it’s for:

Men over 35 who are still drinking, feel stuck, and know alcohol is holding them back even if everything looks “fine.”

What this program does:

Break the bottle helps you stop letting alcohol control your nights and decisions. You’ll build daily structure, raise your standards, and prove to yourself that you can follow through again.

  • No white-knuckling.

  • No motivation games.

  • Just systems that make sobriety sustainable.

Core Outcome:

Create a life that supports long-term sobriety through structure, accountability, and mental toughness.

Built After Booze

12-Week 1:1 Coaching Program

Who it’s for:

Men over 35 who are already sober but still feel stuck, flat, or unsure who they are without alcohol.

What this program does:

Built after booze helps you rebuild momentum after drinking is no longer the problem. You’ll establish routines, raise standards, and create forward motion in your health, mindset, and daily life.

  • Sobriety was step one.

  • This is where you build the life you stopped drinking for.

Core Outcome:

Create a life that supports long-term sobriety without drifting, numbing out, or feeling lost.

What You Get

How Coaching Works

Both programs are delivered through 12 weeks of true 1:1 coaching.

12 Weeks of Direct Support

Both programs include twelve weeks of true one-on-one coaching.

No Group Calls. No Hiding.

No crowds. No waiting. Every call is about you and your next move.

Nothing Generic

No templates. Everything is built around your life and schedule.

Structure over motivation

The Framework That Makes This Stick

Break The Bottle – 4 Phases

  • Eliminate alcohol – create immediate stability

  • Build new habits – replace chaos with structure

  • Build confidence – earn confidence with consistency

  • Lock in life without alcohol

Built After Booze – 4 Phases

  • Build your blueprint – design your system

  • Build discipline – discipline replaces motivation

  • Build momentum – run your system independently

  • Build confidence & consistency

Explore Transformations

Real Men. Real Results.

FAQ’S

Frequently asked questions

I’m busy... how much time does this actually take?

This is built for real life. Most days require 30–60 minutes total, broken up across the day. You’re not adding more to your plate, you’re replacing what’s already draining you.

Do I have to quit drinking completely right away?

Not necessarily. Break The Bottle is built around realistic reduction and structure, not ultimatums. The goal is control, consistency, and momentum, not perfection.

What if I’ve tried to quit before and failed?

Most men who come in have. This isn’t about willpower or motivation. It’s about structure, accountability, and removing self negotiation from your day.

I’m over 35 and not in great shape... can I still do this?

Yes. Programs are built around your body, your schedule, and your starting point. No extreme workouts. No crash dieting. No viral TikTok trends.

What if I have injuries or limitations?

We’re dudes over 35, we all have injuries and limitations so your fitness and movement plan is customized around any injuries or restrictions. The goal is progress and consistency, not breaking your body.

What if my schedule changes or life gets hectic?

Life always does. That’s why the system is flexible and adjusted weekly during your 1-on-1 calls. You’re not expected to be perfect, you’re expected to stay engaged & keep showing up for yourself.

Is this like therapy or AA?

No. Absolutely not. This is coaching focused on action, structure, and daily execution. You’ll talk, but more importantly, you’ll build and follow a plan.

What if I’m already sober but still struggling?

That’s exactly why Built After Booze exists. Sobriety is step one. This program helps you rebuild discipline, confidence, and direction after alcohol is gone.

Let’s get started

You already know where you’re at.

If you’re still drinking, Break the bottle helps you regain control fast. If you’re already sober, Built after booze helps you rebuild discipline and momentum. Apply, book a 1-on-1 call, and map out your next 12 weeks.

Michael Ripple

CEO / Founder — Successful Sobriety Solutions

© Copyright 2025 Successful Sobriety - All Rights Reserved.