by Cheryl Cirelli | Jun 5, 2023 | Recovery
Recovering from an addiction can be a challenging process. Having ways to cope when you begin to struggle is essential. One simple practice that can help you heal during recovery is laughter. Laughter is indeed “the best medicine,” having a positive impact on your...
by Cheryl Cirelli | May 25, 2023 | Practicing Recovery
Recovery from addiction can be a challenging journey that requires a lot of hard work, dedication, and support. Finding ways to cope if you have a bad day or start to struggle is essential for long-term sobriety. Sometimes taking a deep breath of fresh air or sitting...
by Cheryl Cirelli | May 15, 2023 | Recovery
Anyone can experience burnout at one time or another. Whether burnout happens at home, at work, or in addiction recovery, it can make you feel like giving up on everything you worked hard to achieve. Experiencing burnout in recovery can be a warning that you need to...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Apr 28, 2023 | Addiction, Drug Treatment
It can be easy to deny the presence of a substance use disorder in yourself or a loved one when everything in life seems to be holding together. And it’s often true that people with substance use disorders are able to maintain their daily responsibilities, at least at...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Apr 14, 2023 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Relapse is a common challenge many are faced with while in recovery, and it can be devastating for the individual and their loved ones. Relapse can occur for many reasons, including triggers, stress, or underlying emotional or psychological issues that were not fully...
