Recovery

Grief is a natural response to a major loss, but it is also one of the most common relapse triggers. Learning how to manage your grief is critical to maintaining your sobriety.

One Day at a Time? What a crock of BS. That was my response early on in my recovery. How are we supposed to live in the day when we live in a world built around scheduling, making sure we have enough money for bills and are constantly asked by recruiters and dating prospects about […]

You play a vital role in your loved one's recovery process. Learn how to help your loved one feel supported as they address and overcome their addiction.

Mental health and addiction often go hand in hand. Understanding how and why is critical to safeguarding your recovery. In this article, Mountainside clinician Meg Currie shares mental health tips to help you avoid relapse.

Need some tips on how to protect your recovery during these times of stress and anxiety? Find out what others in recovery are doing to stay sober during social isolation.

In recovery, you're never alone. Check out these resourecs to help you stay connected and focused on your recovery during the COVID-19 crisis.

Watching anyone relapse is hard, but it can be particularly difficult when the person who relapses is someone you are close to. This can make you question your own recovery, casting doubt that efforts you’ve made are going to work for you in the future. And it can be isolating, feeling like you are now […]

All families and friends argue from time to time, but when conflict escalates into fighting, it can take a severe toll on your relationship. And chances are that if your loved one is in recovery, your relationship has already been hurt by their addiction. Don’t let small arguments turn into angry words that spill out […]

Returning to work after leaving treatment can be intimidating. Learn how to stay sober while adjusting to your job and added stress.

Long before Kendall Svanda joined Mountainside, she was consumed by fear of the unknown. Learn how sobriety helped her embrace her inquisitive nature.

Forgiveness is a critical part of recovery, but forgiving those who have wronged you isn't always easy. Learn how you can embrace forgiveness and strengthen your recovery.

In 2008, Jessica made the decision to change her life. Now, with 11 years of sobriety under her belt, she is sharing lessons that she has learned along the way.