Before you entered treatment, your weekends were probably filled with parties and social events where you were drunk or getting high. Or maybe you stayed at home and drank by yourself, trying to escape from your thoughts and feelings. Now that you’re sober,...

Fear Nelson Mandela once said, “The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” Fear is a normal part of the recovery process. Making major life changes is scary, no matter how brave you think you are. To move forward, you...

In recovery, it’s often said that you risk losing anything you put in front of your sobriety. If you place your job, family, or friends ahead of staying sober, you risk losing all of these things and more by sliding back into your addiction. Guiding Principles...

Getting enough rest is a vital part of maintaining good health. Poor sleep has negative effects on a person’s emotional, mental, and physical well-being. If you’re in recovery, it’s vital that you make getting a restful slumber a part of your new,...

Mindfulness refers to the practice of living in the moment, without judgment or anticipation. It sounds simple, but people in recovery from substance use disorders often struggle to quiet their thoughts long enough to experience the benefits. This is why a growing...

Recovery is a time of new beginnings. For many people, volunteering offers a way to build a positive sober identity while helping those in need. Benefits of Volunteering Some of the potential benefits you may experience by making volunteer work a part of your sober...