It’s official – a new year is underway. The past is past, so time to focus on making the most of the present and future. Many people see the new year as a time to get a fresh start. While you can (and should) make changes in your life all year long, January marks a…
November and December tend to be the busiest time of the year because they are filled with so many holidays and events. People often stray from their normal routines and allow themselves to indulge in food and drinks more than they typically would. There are also more gatherings with family and friends where emotions can…
Addiction does not exist in a silo. The person misusing drugs or alcohol is not the only one affected. There is a ripple effect that touches everyone in the family as well as friends, co-workers, and communities. The impact of addiction is far-reaching. Therefore, it makes sense that individuals in addiction recovery are not the…
Did you know that the last Wednesday in September is always National Women’s Health and Fitness Day? This is a time to promote women’s health and the importance of staying active and taking care of your body. Self-care is especially important for women who are in recovery from addiction and whose bodies and minds are…
Did you know that September is National Recovery Month? While addiction recovery is something that should be promoted throughout the year – not just during one month – this is a time to focus your efforts and join together with others to make a difference and raise awareness. The theme for 2017 is “Join the…
Rebuilding your life in recovery can be challenging but also very rewarding. It is important to develop healthy routines and not fall back into old habits that could lead to relapse. Many people use this as an opportunity to explore new activities and hobbies, trying things they haven’t done before, or want to get better…
When a loved one enters an addiction treatment program, you may feel a sense of relief that they are finally getting the help they need. You may also be anxious about what will happen once they return home. Will they be able to maintain their sobriety? How will your lives change? What can you expect?…
No one likes to see someone they love struggle. It is a natural tendency to want to help and protect them. However, when it comes to addiction, what you perceive as “help” may actually be enabling the person to continue their drinking or drug use. You may have the best of intentions, but things don’t…
May is Mental Health Month and a great time to brush up on the role mental health plays in addiction recovery. Recovery is about more than just stopping substance use. It is about healing as a whole and recognizing the impact that addiction has on mental and emotional health as well. Drugs and alcohol change…
Trust is a very delicate and sensitive issue. It is something that is easily broken. This is a challenge that many clients in addiction recovery struggle with. While in active addiction, you may have lost the trust of close family or friends as your focus became more about drugs and alcohol and other responsibilities were…
