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The Process of Recovery: Little Steps Make a Difference

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After struggling with addiction or mental illness for some time, it is understandable to want recovery to be an event that occurs quickly. Many individuals even treat recovery as a single event that helps them heal and move on with their life. However, this is not how recovery works. Recovery is a step by step […]

The Value and Importance of Consistency in Recovery

Consistency is one of the most important aspects of recovery. When we are creating new and healthy habits to change our lifestyles, we need to be consistent. When we lack consistency, we are not able to form new habits. We are confusing ourselves and we are setting ourselves up for failure. When we remain consistent, […]

What are Deep Breathing Techniques You Can Do While in Lockdown?

What are Deep Breathing Techniques You Can Do While in Lockdown?

You may be experiencing anxiety during the pandemic. Under quarantine, you may feel cut off from the people in your life who matter the most. You might feel unmotivated and anxious, lost amid the turbulent landscape of COVID-19. All of these overwhelming feelings may make you want to look for healthy options to deal with […]

Why are 12 Step Meetings an Important Part of Any Aftercare Program?

Why are 12 Step Meetings an Important Part of Any Aftercare Program?

Aftercare takes place following the completion of a drug/alcohol rehabilitation program. Each aftercare is designed to help the completing client to extend recovery beyond the safe confines of the initial treatment program. While the drug and alcohol counselor helps in crafting the client’s aftercare, the client has an equal say in what will be included […]

 5 Tips To Staying Sober During Summer Party Season

 5 Tips To Staying Sober During Summer Party Season

Weddings, graduation, pool parties, festivals and family gatherings, summer is the ultimate party season and with the sultry weather often comes alcohol. And this year, it may be the first time you’re sober during all the fun. Summer parties can be very triggering for those in recovery, but with support, this season can still be […]

5 Ways to Cope with Boredom in Addiction Recovery

5 Ways to Cope with Boredom in Addiction Recovery

It’s not good to bored too much early on when recovering from addiction. Boredom is an opportunity for negative thinking to start creeping back in. It’s also an opportunity to slip back into old habits, whether it’s getting in touch with people who might be a negative influence on your recovery or actually drinking or […]