Every January, millions of people decide that this is going to be the year they lose weight, get in shape, stop drinking, get their career on track, learn another language, or make some other major positive life change. The vast … Read More
Is There Any Such Thing as an Addictive Personality?
There’s a popular belief that some people have what is known as an addictive personality. Maybe they go from one obsessive hobby to another or maybe they quit drinking only to become addicted to exercise, religion, or food. Although addiction … Read More
3 Tips for Making Sober Friends
Having a strong sober network is one of the most important parts of recovery. A sober network provides extra emotional backing and resources when things are tough, as fellow recovering addicts and/or alcoholics tend to understand what you are going … Read More
How to Sleep Better in Recovery
Getting enough quality sleep is one of the most important lifestyle changes you can make when recovering from addiction. Studies have shown that lack of sleep significantly increases your risk for mental health issues such as major depression, anxiety disorders, … Read More
Finding Time for Self-Care
Self-care is an important part of addiction recovery. In a way, you could say that everything you do as part of your recovery plan is a form of self-care. It includes going to the gym, eating right, getting plenty of … Read More
Should Al-Anon Be Part of Your Recovery Plan?
Typically, joining a 12-step program like AA or NA is one of the first things people think of when they want to get sober. These programs are well known and widely available. Many people will need more intensive treatment, including … Read More
How to Break Through a Recovery Plateau
The early weeks and months of addiction recovery are challenging but also rewarding. It’s hard to get used to living without drugs and alcohol but you will also probably feel better physically and feel happier while connecting to others in … Read More
Early Signs You Might Be Heading for Relapse
Relapse rates are notoriously hard to track but the National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that between 40 and 60 percent of people with substance use disorders relapse within a year after completing treatment. Many people assume relapse is a … Read More
Why Putting Down Your Phone is Good for Your Recovery
There has been a lot of hand-wringing in the past several years over whether smartphones are good for us. The issues are as varied as the developmental effects of screen time on young children to how Twitter is affecting our … Read More
3 Reasons Why Learning to Cook is Great For Recovery
Diving into a new hobby is a great way to strengthen your recovery from addiction. A new hobby gives you focus, reduces boredom, improves your self-esteem, and helps you meet new people. With so many possibilities, it’s often hard to … Read More