Recovery Blog
Practicing Perseverance in Treatment
We, as humans, are fallible and many times unwilling to experience discomfort. When our life does not go our way, wanting to quit or walk away is not uncommon. When we face struggles or are unhappy,...
The Relevance of Trauma to Addiction
Often, we find that stress leads us to dysfunctional behavior. When we have a history of trauma, our ability to cope is limited. Research has shown that persons with a history of trauma have higher...
Rebuilding Bridges: Learning to Trust Each Other Again
Drug and alcohol abuse thrives in secrets, lies, and betrayal. Simply put, relationships don’t. And once we have broken the trust of a friend or family member, it takes tremendous effort to put the...
Believe You Have a Purpose
Romans is one of those books in the New Testament that reminds us of God's purpose in the world and our own lives. In Romans 8:28, we learn that God promises to make something good out of our...
You Are an Expert on Yourself
Being told how you are feeling or what you are thinking is not uncommon. In fact, your loved ones, doctors, and friends may all, at one point, tell you how you are feeling. They may even tell you...
The Importance of Self-Forgiveness
Self-forgiveness is one of the most difficult acts of kindness we can do for ourselves. Self-forgiveness is also one of the most important things we can do for ourselves. People who struggle with...
Give Yourself Permission to Feel
The idea of hiding from our feelings is rooted in a society that we view as uninterested in how we feel and in our own need to appear strong and unfeeling. However, acting on these premises can be...
What are the psychological causes of drug abuse?
There is no one reason individuals turn to drugs. Understanding the underlying causes of this behavior, however, can be help prevent and treat drug abuse. Keep reading to find out why some people...
Finding Flow When You Leave Treatment
Many people use drugs or alcohol to numb the pain and chaos of life. Sadly, substance abuse only creates more misery and confusion. Back when you were struggling to get sober, your tank was empty....
Being Honest With Your Sponsor
When addiction takes over the brain, finding drugs or alcohol becomes the prime motivation for waking up every morning. Cravings exert a powerful force that will drive a person to do whatever it...
Starting Healthy Physical Habits
Addiction throws life into complete chaos. Becoming intoxicated steals the spotlight of any other priority. Making plans with family and friends becomes impossible as the day is preoccupied with...
The Importance of Maintaining Mental Health
Without a healthy mind, the physical body cannot function properly. As an individual in addiction recovery, you likely know this truth from first-hand experience. Although researchers are still...