“[Recovery] changed my life… it was the best thing I ever did. My big worry when I got sober was,…
Recovery
Co-Occurring Disorders: When Substance Use and Mental Health Interact
During treatment for substance use disorder (SUD), other issues beyond the main problem of addiction are identified in order to…
Avoiding Complacency Whenever we accomplish something, we naturally feel excited and proud of ourselves. After leaving treatment, those in…
When you’re in recovery, your old methods of relieving stress – having a drink or using a drug – can…
Many people have others in their lives that struggle with alcohol addiction – or struggle with addiction themselves. However, because…
Recovery Tip from a Counselor: Utilizing Tools in Long-Term Recovery
Fellowship Hall Counselor, Katherine Barron This blog is a part of our ongoing series on recovery tips. Each month, a…
Setting Relationship Boundaries
What’s a Boundary Anyway? Boundaries are limits we set in relationships to take care of ourselves. They are guidelines we…
Codependancy
Codependent is a word that is thrown around rather loosely, but what does it really mean to be codependent? By…
There are many benefits to consistently attending meetings throughout your recovery. Here are a few reasons to encourage you to…
The words treatment, rehab, addiction, and addict pack a powerful punch. Sometimes so powerful we are crippled into never saying…
Addiction to alcohol and drugs affects one’s body, mind and soul. But the damage doesn’t end there. Families and friends…
People in recovery must be especially careful when taking any kind of over-the-counter (otc) or prescription medications. Many otc meds…
5 Habits for Success in Recovery
Starting a new life in recovery takes hard work and a long-term commitment. Developing good everyday habits can help you…
Early recovery is often described as an emotional roller coaster ride. Elation and relief can quickly turn into anger or shame…
Exercise plays a critical role in the health of both body and mind. As a society, we’re exercising less and…