Choosing a sober living home is only one of the many major decisions that you will have to make during your recovery. Wherever you currently live, there are a number of sober living programs available in all states across the country. However, it isn’t wise to simply choose the first one that you come across. […]
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Today’s youth are growing up in a competitive culture with a huge emphasis on perfection and there is no denying the correlation between perfection and the rise in drugs and alcohol abuse. Success is defined by their appearance and performance, and the standards are nearly impossible to meet. It’s natural for parents and teachers to […]
Meeting people and making new friends is tough but dating when you’re in recovery for drugs and alcohol abuse? Don’t get us started. We’ve compiled 5 great suggestions about ways, and places to meet other sober people in today’s society. Whether you’re someone who comes from a background of drugs and alcohol abuse, or just an individual who has […]
Overcoming a drug or alcohol addiction is never easy and forgiveness in drug addiction recovery can be even harder. From the early stages of addiction intervention and detox through to the later stages of aftercare support, each element of treatment plays an important role in the overall process. While medications help to treat the physical […]
You may have heard that dating while in alcohol or drug addiction recovery is dangerous territory, and while many sober coaches, sponsors, and therapists advise against it but how much truth is there in this age-old rule? Should You Date in Alcohol or Drug Addiction Recovery? The short answer? It’s probably not a great idea. Let […]
For most Americans, the job market is tough, but for those with alcohol or drug addiction recovery, the climb can be even steeper. With your history of addiction, how can you take advantage of the expanding job market when you have those awkward gaps in your resume? Thankfully, there are resources available to help you […]
Anyone who is in alcohol or drug addiction recovery and working their recovery steps understands the amount of work that is required to maintain sobriety. In recovery, you don’t dream – you do. Being proactive about achieving what you want in your life is how you take a dream and turn it into reality. So, […]
There is an obvious implication that sobriety is good for your physical and mental health, but there are other benefits of ditching your drugs and alcohol abuse that you may not realize right away. 1. The Amount of Money you Save is Obscene If you thought skipping your traditional morning grande shaken iced-coffee with one […]
Finding the right gift for your loved one’s birthday can be quite difficult, especially when that special someone may be a recovering addict. It’s important to be sensitive to your recovering loved one while at the same time remembering that even though they are dedicated to their sobriety, like you, they have interests and hobbies. […]
It’s the holiday season, but when you are in outpatient addiction treatment this time of year can be anything but delightful. With the presents, the family meals, and not to mention the family members that you may not be ready to face after being in outpatient drug treatment, it can be challenging to actually enjoy […]
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