How to Overcome Negative Thoughts in Recovery
Recovering from a substance use disorder is as much a psychological process as it is physical. Those in recovery often find themselves battling within their own minds with negative thought patterns. Feelings of worthlessness eat away at one’s self-esteem. Often, negative thoughts can fuel crippling anxiety and depression, driving many people back to drugs. People […]
7 Ways to Make Pain Work for You in Recovery
Pain often serves a purpose — physical pain can remind you to take a break between workouts, for example. Emotional pain also serves a purpose. For instance, it can allow you time to grieve the loss of a loved one and honor their memory. However, for a lot of people, pain can linger for months, […]
Tips for Coping with Holiday Stress and Depression
The holidays are supposed to be a cheerful time. Yet for many, it’s actually exhausting and stressful. Holiday stress and depression are more common than you might think. A survey by the American Psychological Association, for example, found that 38% of people reported their stress levels went up over the holidays. Stress and depression can […]
Tips for Staying Sober During the Holidays
We often think of the holidays as a time of joy and relaxation – but for many, they’re also a time of stress and temptation. After all, more than half of all Americans drink during the holidays. There’s an expectation to loosen our belts, take a break from our structured routines, and “eat, drink, and […]
Can a Healthy Routine Prevent Addiction Relapse?
Many factors go into supporting long-term sobriety, but perhaps one of the most important is maintaining a healthy routine. Daily exercise and a healthy diet do wonders for your body and mind, fortifying them against cravings and ensuring your time is used constructively. By contrast, eating unhealthily and not exercising can negatively affect your mood, […]
Staying Sober When Life Gets Hard
Anyone in recovery knows that while detoxing isn’t easy, staying sober is the real challenge. Whether you’re in recovery or not, life can be hard to deal with sometimes. In this article, we’re going to discuss sobriety, some tips for staying sober, and when you should consider treatment. What Is Sobriety? Sobriety refers to […]
Changing Your Self-Perspective Through Recovery
If you are reading this, chances are that you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse. Those in recovery know it’s not just about abstaining from drugs or alcohol; it’s about changing your self-perspective, which can be a key factor in maintaining long-term sobriety. Self-perspective refers to the way you see yourself and […]
Taking the First Step Toward Real Addiction Recovery
If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you or someone you care about has been putting off addiction recovery for a long time. It may be due to not feeling ready to take such a big step, fear of being judged, not knowing where to turn, or some other nagging worry. Whatever the specific […]
Staying Positive in Recovery
Anyone in recovery from substance abuse will tell you that keeping a positive attitude is half the battle. Staying positive is critical for preventing relapse and maintaining healthy habits that will help you reach and maintain sobriety. But sometimes that can be difficult. If you or a loved one are going through recovery right now […]
What Is the Normal Addiction Recovery Timeline?
Entering recovery can be hard – but staying on the path is even harder. Like any life change, addiction recovery doesn’t happen overnight. This can sometimes be hard to accept since we may be eager to return to our normal lives, leading us to wonder: what’s the typical addiction recovery timeline? The truth is, recovery […]
