When most people think of recovery from addiction, their focus is on quitting the use of drugs and alcohol. Some people adjust to life without the use of drugs pretty…
Many people are worried about how COVID-19 can affect their families and communities. California, like many places in the world right now, is enforcing guidelines that say that groups of…
Stress has always been a part of everyday living. In modern times, we’re more stressed than ever. Whether we’re worried about a public health crisis, studying for an exam, or…
Are you feeling more anxious than usual? There are a lot of reasons to be afraid right now, and the media isn’t doing us any favors. Anxiety, anger, and fear…
Sleep and wellbeing in recovery are closely connected. If you’re new to recovery, you may have trouble getting enough rest. Your body and brain work to detox as you spend…
One tool that many people in recovery use to feel better about themselves and their life is affirmations. You may be familiar with affirmations from television or other media. They…
When a person gets clean and sober as an adult, they go through a lot of dramatic changes. Parents are almost always happy but leery when their son or daughter…
In early recovery, you’ll hear a lot about mindedness, willingness and honesty. These are the three keys that can help you stay sober in the long-term, and offer a short…