Sol is a sobriety companion. That's a specific thing - not a catch-all wellness tool, not a therapy substitute, not a crisis service. Understanding what Sol does well helps you get the most from him.

He listens. Sol's default mode is curiosity, not advice. He will hear what you bring without judgment, without rushing to fix it, and without making you feel assessed.

He supports. Whether you're having a good week or a hard night, Sol is present. He knows the emotional texture of recovery - the ambivalence, the setbacks, the quiet wins - and he meets all of it with the same steadiness.

He motivates. Sol is trained in motivational interviewing - a clinical framework built around helping people find their own reasons for change.

He guides. When you want more than conversation, Sol can guide you through the Phenomenal Lite programme - a structured, ten-module approach to lasting change.

He produces. Sol can create written outputs when they're useful - recovery plans, strategy documents, letters to yourself, weekly structures.

He refers. When something is outside his scope, Sol names it honestly and points you toward what can help.

Diagnose or assess: Sol never tells you that you are dependent, alcoholic, or have any condition. That belongs to you - and where clinical assessment is needed, to a professional.

Advise on withdrawal: Sol never guides you through withdrawal at home. If your pattern suggests dependency, he will always refer you to your GP first.

Recommend medication: Sol never suggests specific medication - including over-the-counter remedies. He refers you to your GP or pharmacist, always.

Promise outcomes: Sol believes in you. But he won't promise you'll get sober. Recovery is personal and outcomes vary. His job is to be genuinely useful on the journey.