Articles about Life in Recovery

What Should I Know About Using Sugar in Early Recovery?

May 23, 2018 12:57 am - Life in Recovery - 1 Comment

Recovering 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 […]

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Am I a People Pleaser in My Recovery?

January 25, 2018 2:23 pm - Life in Recovery - Leave your thoughts

When I was in my addiction, no one would have ever called me a people pleaser. Like most addicts, I was anything but. My life revolved around getting and using. Everything else was secondary, and by extension, everyone else. So when I got sober and started working the 12-step program, step 4 hit me hard. […]

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How to Make Your New Year’s Exercise Program Part of Your Recovery

January 6, 2018 12:43 am - Life in Recovery - Leave your thoughts

Following an exercise program, like walking every day or going to the gym, is a common New Year’s resolution. In fact, weight loss, health, and fitness are the most common themes for New Year’s resolutions, and with good reason. Exercise makes you feel better, increasing blood flow to stimulate the muscles, producing endorphins which naturally […]

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