Ending The Stigma Starts With Us
Every time I share that I am a person recovering from Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), with someone who is not in recovery, it is always in hopes that I may change their negative view of the disease, or...
View ArticleThe Fine Balance of My Perfect Imperfection
When I was drinking I worked very hard to make my life look perfect because I certainly did not want anyone to know how messed up it really was. The entire charade was almost an addiction in itself as...
View Article5 Undeniable Benefits of Residential Rehab
Taking the major step to seek help for Substance Use Disorder can be a life-altering decision; yet determining how, and where you seek treatment can make all the difference. Usually, the choice is...
View ArticleThe Power of Meditation in Recovery
I had a whole bunch of stuff on my mind during early recovery. I was trying to apply what I learned in treatment in my new life, balance work and recovery, avoid triggers, and implement healthy...
View ArticleHope For The New Year
Three years ago, I picked up a drink after being in long term recovery and my life had spiraled out of control. Today I am sober by the grace of my higher power and the people that continue to...
View ArticleThe Willingness To Try Something Different
Often, in early sobriety life may feel sort of dull, boring and absolutely blah at times. Alcohol seemed to have had a powerful effect on creating things superficially exciting for us. Sometimes...
View ArticleHow I Stopped Being Addicted to Chaos
cha·os /ˈkāˌäs/ disarray, disorganization, confusion, mayhem, bedlam, pandemonium, madness, havoc, turmoil, tumult, commotion, disruption, upheaval, furor, frenzy I lived in a state of chaos and...
View ArticleAre You Wondering If You Really Have a Drinking Problem?
Have you taken the quiz? Have you read the definition of alcohol use disorder? Have you Google “How do I know if have a drinking problem?” Have you compared yourself to your friends, the ones that seem...
View ArticleHow To Support Someone After a Relapse
The path toward recovery from any addiction is often not a straight line. Unfortunately, addiction relapse is quite common. According to studies, nearly half of all people who try to get sober, return...
View ArticleList of Online Support to Help You Stay Sober
With the closing of all Face-to-Face meetings and Stay-at-Home orders it has been particularly difficult to stay connected to the recovery network. Many of us miss the personal connections, the many...
View ArticleTRAUMA AND THE 12 STEPS by Jaime Marich (Book Overview)
TRAUMA AND THE 12 STEPS, REVISED AND EXPANDED : AN INCLUSIVE GUIDE TO ENHANCING RECOVERY A research-based, trauma-informed guide to working the 12 steps for clinicians, sponsors and those in recovery...
View ArticleSeven Days Without a Prayer Makes One Weak
I have never been a religious person. I used to consider myself an atheist but now I consider myself more of an agnostic. Religion still boggles my mind and makes me feel uneasy. I think it’s mostly...
View ArticleYou Are a Relapse Survivor
Relapse is a big part of my recovery journey that has filled me with feelings of guilt and shame, two very powerful negative emotions. My guilt reflects feelings of accountability and regret for the...
View ArticleRelapse Stages, Triggers and Coping Skills
A relapse is when a person returns to using drugs or alcohol after a period of sobriety. Relapses are most common in the first 90 days of sobriety and according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse...
View ArticleThe Year I Spent In Rehab
A year sounds like a very long time to be in rehab, but that’s exactly what I did last year. My battle with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) had reached its peak and the fight became a full blown war. Why is...
View Article50 Things To Do Sober
Boredom is sometimes a part of life, but it can be dangerous for someone newly sober. People who are early in recovery find themselves with more time on their hands, time that used to be spent...
View ArticleWhat Are the Traits of Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a chronic medical condition characterized by an individual’s inability to control their alcohol consumption despite negative consequences. It can range from mild to severe...
View ArticleEffects of Alcohol at Various BAC Levels
BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) is a measure of the amount of alcohol present in the bloodstream. The effects of alcohol can vary significantly at different BAC levels. Keep in mind that individual...
View Article5 Symptoms of Detoxification From Alcohol
Detoxification, or detox, from alcohol refers to the process of eliminating alcohol from the body and managing the physical and psychological symptoms that may occur when someone stops drinking after a...
View ArticleWhat is a Medical Detox Center
A medical detox center, also known as a detoxification center or detox facility, is a specialized medical facility that provides a structured and supervised environment for individuals who are seeking...
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