A big part of my early recovery from addiction revolved around finding an activity that could feed the need that led me down the road to addiction in the first place. While I’d like to say I switched gears as smoothly as a brand new Porsche, I can tell you that this leg of my […]
View Full PostOver 20 million people in the United States suffer from a substance use disorder, and 7.9-million of those suffer from a co-occurring mental disorder. Cooccurring disorders, also known as dual diagnosis, happens when someone with a mental disorder such as bipolar, schizophrenia, PTSD, anxiety, or depression becomes addicted to a substance such as drugs or […]
View Full PostNo matter where you are in life, losing someone is difficult, painful, and traumatic. Many people experience dramatic changes in their lifestyle and personality as the result of a loss, simply because losing someone they love deeply affects their mental health and state. When you’re in recovery, this process can be even more deeply felt, […]
View Full PostWhen I first started going to 12-step meetings like AA or NA, the last thing I was worried about was talking to people. As a vendor for a sales and marketing firm, I talk to people all day long, and I talk them into buying stuff all day long. Talking about my alcoholism? Piece of […]
View Full PostAfter completing a drug and alcohol detox program, I found myself on a Capitol Trailways bus headed towards those dreaded people, places, and things. I would have rather gone anywhere else in the world than back home, but I had nowhere else to go. REALITY CHECK As I exited the bus two hours later at […]
View Full PostIf you’re either planning to go into recovery or are in recovery and just entering your journey into being clean or sober, you’ll likely often hear about people having a spiritual awakening. This is especially true if you’re following a 12-step or similar program, where spirituality and religion are embraced as strong factors in addiction […]
View Full PostMarijuana is rapidly being legalized around the country, and the globe. With most studies showing that between 52% and 70% of Americans have tried cannabis at least once, and around 44% use it at least occasionally, weed is rapidly becoming mainstream and even accepted. While most studies do show that marijuana is relatively safe especially […]
View Full PostIf you’ve been arrested under a DUI or other substance related offense, you may be facing mandated AA attendance. Similarly, if you’ve been imprisoned or are on parole after a substance-use related offense, your probationer or parole officer may require you to attend AA. While this practice is common and extends to Narcotics Anonymous as […]
View Full PostRecovering from an addiction is a long process which will result in massive lifestyle changes. Many rehab programs offer addiction treatment including nutrition and exercise therapy, working to improve the mental and physical health of patients. But, while this is important for your physical recovery, because many people in recovery suffer from nutritional deficiencies, it’s […]
View Full PostSt. Patrick’s Day is a big occasion for many, and if you’re accustomed to going out and painting the town green with as much alcohol as you can swallow, you’re certainly not alone. Unfortunately, the holiday becomes dramatically different once you’re sober. Many people in recovery feel left out, alone, and experience strong cravings on […]
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