a family celebrates a sober thanksgiving

How to Enjoy a Sober Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time for eating with and being with the people you love. However, if you don’t drink or use drugs because you’re in recovery for addiction, this holiday poses a real challenge. Alcohol can play a significant role in many Thanksgiving celebrations in our country. As a result, navigating the holiday without alcohol…

How to Be a Mom in Recovery

One of the best experiences in this lifetime is motherhood. Being around your children day in and day out can be fantastic. However, when you’re juggling your career, societal pressure, and parenthood, many moms feel drained and overwhelmed. If you’re also adding addiction recovery to your life, the process can seem daunting. Because women tend…

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What is National Recovery Month?

Addiction and mental health recovery is a feat that you should celebrate a little bit each day. Doing so can encourage you to stay sober, and help you to remember that each day is a new day to celebrate being free from substances. However, during the month of September, we observe National Recovery Month, a…

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Helping a Loved One in Recovery

If your family member has recently decided to seek treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction, their journey is just beginning. Most experts agree that addiction is a chronic mental health condition, meaning it is something she will have to battle their entire life. However, there are ways you can help your loved one in…