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When you’re lying awake tossing and turning or are stressed out from your day, it can be tempting to unwind with a glass of alcohol. Drinking can help you to loosen up and feel more relaxed. Before you know it, your eyes are heavy and you’re drifting off to sleep. It seems like a simple…
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When it comes to addiction recovery, good nutrition is not necessarily at the top of people’s minds. However, nutrition can play an important role in healing and supporting sobriety. Many people don’t realize the non-visible toll drugs and alcohol can take on the body. Drug use can cause changes in the skin and hair, but…
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If you’ve made the decision to overcome addiction, you’re already taking a step in the right direction toward improving your health. Drugs and alcohol can take a damaging toll on the body, but effective treatment and long-term sobriety can help to combat some of these effects. Taking steps to protect your heart and improve your…
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Opening up and sharing your story in front of strangers can seem a bit intimidating at first, but engaging in group therapy can be very beneficial. Everyone experiences addiction a little differently, but there are many similarities as well. Group therapy is a good reminder that you are not alone and there is always support…
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Valentine’s Day is often a time when couples and families show each other how much they love and care. You may fuss over finding just the right card, bouquet of flowers, restaurant, gift, or location to make the day perfect. However, this Valentine’s Day make a point to love yourself as well. Support your recovery…
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There are many myths and misconceptions that surround drugs, alcohol, and addiction. These issues can enhance the stigmas that exist and make people more hesitant to seek treatment. In addition, this misinformation can actually increase the risk of addiction because people are not properly educated about the dangers of drugs or alcohol. January 23-29, 2017…
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Relationships play a crucial role both in addiction risk and recovery. The people we associate with have a large influence over our thoughts, actions, behaviors, feelings, decisions, and much more. When you spend time with someone who has a negative outlook on life or engages in risky behaviors, there is a chance that you might…
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It’s a brand-new year. That means you have 365 days ahead of you to make as wonderful (or horrible) as you want – it’s all about your perspective and how you choose to approach each day. Practicing forgiveness can help you to keep a positive outlook and continue moving forward in your recovery. Active addiction…
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The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones and show them you care. Picking out just the right gift can be tough for anyone, but when a family member or friend is in recovery, you may want to make it even more meaningful to show your support. It’s a good idea to avoid…
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Watching someone close to you struggle with addiction can be frustrating, heartbreaking, and frightening. You see the negative impact it is having on their life and the danger they are putting themselves and others in, but they may be in denial. When an individual is caught up in their addiction, it can be difficult for…
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