Friendship

Healthy friendships are essential to your well-being. When pursing reovery, it is vital to develop a good support network. Being lonely or feeling social pressure to fit in with a new crowd have the potential to trigger relapse. Learn how you can build new relationships and strengthen frayed ones.
Recovery

Choosing Your Friends Wisely in Recovery

Learn how to surround yourself with others who share the same goals, and how you can develop more meaningful relationships with new and existing friends.
Family Wellness

4 Ways to Support Your Loved One's Recovery During the Holidays

The holidays can be difficult for those in recovery, as many celebrations involve drinking. Learn how to help your loved one have sober fun during this time.
Drug Addiction

How to Talk to Your Loved One About Your Addiction

Telling your loved ones that you are struggling with substance abuse can be difficult. These are some tips to help you be better prepared for this important conversation.
Recovery

5 Ways to Keep Your Sobriety and Social Life

Being sober and being social are not mutually exclusive, and easily go hand in hand. Discover five ways to maintain your recovery while having fun with friends.
Relationships

Why You Also Matter in Your Loved One's Recovery

Navigating a loved one’s battle with addiction can be complex. Use these self-care tips to help yourself cope while supporting your loved one’s recovery.
Relationships

What Roles Are You Playing in Your Loved One's Addiction?

Addiction affects entire families. Learn the diverse ways substance abuse impacts family dynamics and see if it has caused you to assume any of these roles.
Recovery

Tips for Hanging Out With a Friend Who’s In Recovery

Take into consideration what types of environments might best support your friend's sobriety.
Relationships

How Friendships Impact Your Life

Just because your friend does something stupid, it doesn’t mean you should do it too. But the truth is you’re more likely to.
Recovery

Do’s and Don’ts for Hanging Out with Your Friend Who's in Recovery

Hanging out with a friend who recently completed addiction treatment can be a sensitive matter. Decide how you can strengthen your friendship using these tips.
Recovery

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Early Recovery

Living a sober life free from addiction is empowering, but early recovery can be challenging. Here are tips to help you navigate your personal and professional life at the start of recovery.
Relationships

How to Forgive a Loved One in Addiction Recovery

Although it can be difficult to do, forgiveness in recovery is beneficial to both you and your loved one's healing. Learn what steps you can take.
Sober Fun

How to Enjoy Summer and Protect Your Sobriety

Long, warm days make the summer months perfect for exciting parties. For people who are in early addiction recovery, this time of the year can be tricky to navigate, as alcohol is the beverage of choice at most parties and celebrations.