Faith and belief can be hard to come by as men who have lived with the struggle of addiction in their lives. Being men, and being men who have been addicted, aren’t even necessarily influential factors, though these facts play … Read More
Using Dreams Happen
Using dreams are one of the more strange phenomena which come along with addiction recovery. However, when explained, they make sense. Someone who is recovering from drug and alcohol addiction and is maintaining their sobriety will have a dream about … Read More
Will You Be Defined By The Past Or The Present?
Stand up straight and hold your arms out to your sides, like you are making a “T”. Now, imagine that the past is on your left hand side. Clutch your hand tight to symbolize the stronghold you keep on the … Read More
Resolving Conflicts The Right Way
Our relationship to conflict and confrontation usually falls into one of two categories. We’re either great at confrontation or we’re terrible at confrontation. The word confrontation itself comes with an inherently negative connotation which produces imagery of a clash, a … Read More
Warning Signs Of Drug Overdose
Note: If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. Drug overdose is a grave concern that requires special medical attention, yet many people are unaware of the consequences of misusing prescription … Read More
Cocaine and Heroin: Global Addictions
Drug trafficking is a major concern for the United States in general, but the 2018 World Drug Report released by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) shows that certain drugs, like cocaine and heroin, are becoming a … Read More
Risks Of Relapse
American musician Steven Adler once said, “Part of recovery is relapse. I dust myself off and move forward again.” For many in recovery, relapse is an occurrence that, while painful, serves as a learning experience and provides clues that are needed … Read More
Missing Numbers Aren’t Missing Lives: Classifying Death By Opioids
You’ve seen it everywhere – it’s been all over the news, and your friends and family are likely talking about it. Opioid addiction is a major concern within the United States. We’ve heard the statistic from federal survey data that … Read More
Happiness Is Not Lost
Please note: If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. Through television shows and societal expectations, we learn from a young age what “successful” or “happy” looks like. For a quick … Read More
In Through The Nose: Science Finds Nose-Breathing To Improve Memory, A Plus For Addiction Recovery
In through the nose and out through the mouth. Breathing in through the nose and breathing out through the mouth. Taking a deep breath in through the nose, hold, feel your breath, and release out through the mouth. Men in … Read More