by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 22, 2026 | Recovery
You may be feeling good about your recovery and confident in the changes you have made, only to find yourself caught off guard by an unexpected memory or emotion. Maybe you visit a familiar restaurant, run into someone you used to drink or use drugs with, or hear a...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 16, 2026 | Healthy Living
Making yourself a priority is not always as easy as it sounds. Even when you know you need rest, time to yourself, or a break from your responsibilities, you may feel guilty for putting your needs first. You might worry that you are letting others down, being selfish,...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 8, 2026 | Rehab
Leaving residential treatment can bring a mix of emotions. You may feel proud of how far you have come, hopeful about what is ahead, and uncertain about returning to everyday life. After spending time in a structured treatment environment, it is natural to wonder what...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Sep 25, 2026 | Drug Treatment
If someone you love is struggling with substance use but refuses treatment, you may feel stuck between wanting to help and knowing you cannot make the decision for them. You can still have an important role in what happens next. Watching someone you love struggle with...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Sep 21, 2026 | Alcoholism
If you drink heavily or regularly, stopping may cause more than cravings or a bad night of sleep. Your body can become physically dependent on alcohol, meaning it has adjusted to having alcohol in your system. When you suddenly stop drinking or significantly reduce...
