Coming into recovery can be unappealing and awkward from the start. Being around strangers who you think might not understand what you are going through is difficult, to say the least. You did not get to the point of needing help for recovery because you knew what to do. Getting help to quit using is […]
In today’s digital era of having everything virtual, therapy has become no different. Virtual therapy is a newer platform to help those who need therapy to get the assistance they need. Waiting weeks to get an appointment, scared of not connecting with a therapist, and the hefty costs often deter people from even starting therapy. […]
One of the most prevalent emotions that are felt by someone who has battled drug and alcohol addiction is fear. The range of fear is huge because the origin can stem from trauma, abuse, phobias, or feelings that originated in everyday scenarios. Once fear sets in, you may find yourself experiencing physical, mental, and spiritual […]
Maybe you grew up in a household where drinking and using was as important as eating and sleeping. While this type of environment may seem crazy to others as a way of life growing up, for you this was normal until you were old enough to understand the unhealthy habits your parents had. Once you […]
One of the things that happen when you start working a recovery program is exploring the motivation that you begin to feel. When the fog of early sobriety starts wearing off, you will find yourself wanting to achieve more and more. In fact, you may even put down some goals on paper to achieve. Once […]
If you have ever attended a 12-Step meeting, you may hear the words “Higher Power” or “spiritual experience” and wonder what the big deal is. Listening to others talk about these things may cause you to experience confusion, worry, or inhibition. You may be unsure whether you even have a Higher Power or if a […]
To truly understand addiction, we have to comprehend that addiction can come for anyone at any time. No one is spared from developing an addiction unless they completely abstain from whatever they are becoming addicted to. Even some celebrities today are publicly sharing how they have battled addiction and are not afraid to share their […]
The beauty of today’s recovery world is that we are inundated with therapeutic modalities that can help individuals to improve their well-being. With a choice of different methods to try out, finding a therapy that works for you is imperative. One therapy approach that has been around for a few decades and has started to […]
Information for addiction can often be geared to the person trying to get sober and to give an indication to the person who is trying to help them to get sober of what to do. What about help for the family and friends who are in the crossfire? Addiction does not only affect the person […]
One of the best ways to get healthy in sobriety is to take your diet seriously. Drugs and alcohol take a toll on the body with the overabundance of use. Skipping meals in lieu of drinking or using — or constantly eating on the go — can strip away essential vitamins, nutrients, and minerals that […]
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