The relationships we build in treatment and later in recovery can become some of the most cherished ones we have ever had. Often we are brought closer to our truest selves and can experience safety and acceptance while being vulnerable as we identify closely with those we connect to. As we navigate life’s challenges with […]
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When Life Comes at You Anyway
Conventional recovery wisdom holds that you should avoid making substantial changes in the first year of sobriety. While this is an excellent consideration, life still happens around us. In recovery, we learn that our desire to control our surroundings creates frustration and resentment. To stay sober, we must learn to navigate both of these principles […]
How Can I Be Sure A Loved One is Struggling?
Not all signs of substance use disorder are obvious, however, you know your loved one personally and believe that they may be struggling. Seeing a loved one weather challenges can lead to an emotional response. These kinds of emotions: fear, anxiety, anger, can make it difficult to pause and consider the facts of the situation […]
The Path to Recovery Is Not Always the Same
Many who struggle with substance use disorders do so for years on end and there is often a gradual descent into more difficult life circumstances as the illness progresses. For these individuals, as life gets harder due to their substance use, consequences begin to pile on top of one another. These compounding issues are often […]
Why Connection is Critical for Long-Lasting Recovery
Making connections is important for everyone, but for those on their recovery journey, it is an integral part of achieving a sober lifestyle. Relationships that form in treatment are part of the journey of healing and serve as the first connections of a new life. Connection is critical to long-lasting recovery and can help in […]