Taking Care of Your Basic Needs in Recovery
Recovery is a time of healing and learning new ways to cope in the world without the use of alcohol or drugs. When you’re in the grip of addiction, there’s…
Learning to Walk Through Fear
When you were in active addiction, you probably took a lot of chances. Drugs and alcohol help dampen inhibitions and cause people to do some dangerous and not-so-smart things.…
Learning How to Meditate
In recovery, you’ll learn a lot about coping skills. After all, you’ve spent a lot of time not coping if you’re addicted to a substance. Addiction probably took over your…
Addiction in STEM Careers
Many people in high-tech careers struggle with substance use. Whether a person lives in Silicon Valley or works from home, no one is immune from the dangers of addiction. Many…
How Can a Journal Help You With Recovery?
You’ve probably been told about the power of tools in recovery. For many people, recovery is a journey that is full of surprises. It’s incredible how the world can open…
New Friendships in Recovery
Many people come to recovery feeling like they have few friends. When you decide to clean and sober, your old using friends will probably stop calling you. Or worse, they…
Keeping a Positive Attitude in Recovery
Addiction can make a person miserable, and detoxing can make you feel chaotic. Emotions run high when you’re first getting clean. Your body and brain take a while to adapt…
Recovery Is A Family Affair: Information For Loved Ones
Addiction is a disease that can tornado through family life and leave loved ones trying to pick up the pieces. While a person may act selfishly when in the grip…
Four Creative Ways To Cope With Anxiety In Your Daily Life
Everyone feels anxiety every once in a while. In recovery, you’ll often feel confronted with something that’s difficult, which can easily make you feel fearful or nervous. Feeling anxious is…
