According to step nine of the twelve steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, it is important to make amends to anyone you may have wronged during active addiction. An exception to this step is if making amends would cause injury or harm to the person or others. Once you learn to accept what your addiction to alcohol...Read More

Are you stuck on a holiday gift idea for someone special who is in recovery from addiction? You may hope to get them something meaningful that shows your support of their journey. In this week’s post, we offer our favorite gift ideas to consider this holiday season that can let the sober person in your...Read More

You have worked hard to become sober. You know recovery from drugs and alcohol is an ongoing process that takes hard work and commitment every day. Recovery podcasts are useful resources that help you live a substance-free life.What is a Recovery Podcast?Recovery podcasts are generally hosted by people with first-hand experience with drug or alcohol...Read More

Thanksgiving can be a challenge if you are newly sober. With an abundance of food and drinks at the table, the temptation to drink alcohol or use substances may often be too much to handle. But if you are prepared with the right tools and have a strong system of support, you have a good...Read More

Stress is something we all have to deal with in some way. Someone in recovery from a drug or alcohol addiction must be especially vigilant in coping with stress to avoid falling back into old habits of drinking or using drugs.Healthy coping methods accelerate a return to calm as opposed to numbing feelings. Not every...Read More

A lasting recovery from addiction requires a willingness to forgive. Forgiving yourself or others is often difficult and may take repeated attempts, but the benefits of forgiveness include a sense of freedom, confidence, and hope that will help you thrive in sobriety.Not Forgiving Can Cause Harm While in RecoveryDuring your addiction, you may have felt...Read More

Do you know an older person who is having problems remembering things or having difficulty with their balance? What is the first thing you think? “Oh, it’s normal at their age,” or “I hope they aren’t getting Alzheimer’s.” Would the possibility of substance abuse or addiction ever come to your mind?Most people think of addiction...Read More

Holistic therapy for substance use disorders treats the mind, body, and spirit to promote wellness and lasting recovery. Holistic therapy can be incorporated into traditional treatment programs and has endless benefits.The Benefits of Holistic Therapy in Addiction TreatmentOne of the main benefits of holistic therapy is that it recognizes the person as an individual and...Read More

When a person is recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction, following a regular exercise routine is essential. Yet the power of exercising regularly to help maintain sobriety is often underestimated. Exercise has a positive effect physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally.Eight Benefits of Exercise in Addiction RecoveryHere are eight of the numerous benefits of regular...Read More

Being in recovery from a drug or alcohol addiction is a commitment to yourself that you have to reaffirm every day. The more coping tools and skills you have, the better your chances of maintaining sobriety. One essential skill is mindfulness, which involves being fully immersed, without judgment or anxiety, in each moment.Mindfulness in recovery...Read More