Recovery

Recovery is a lifelong journey, including the relapses, the therapy appointments, the cravings, and the successes. Get tips to strengthen your recovery and help you to live a healthy, happy sobriety.
Recovery

3 Reminders to Put Your Sobriety First

Whether you're newly in recovery or have years of recovery, putting your sobriety first may be hard and uncomfortable at times. But it is crucial. Learn why.
Recovery

Is a Recovery Coach Right For You?

An addiction recovery coach can help you smoothly transition back into the real world after treatment. Learn if this support service is right for you.
Blog

What is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)?

After the physical symptoms of withdrawal subside, many people experience post-acute withdrawal syndrome. Learn how to manage these symptoms.
Recovery

50 Things to Do Instead of Drinking

We put together a list of 50 things to do when you have urges to drink again so you can put your energy into healthy activities and sober fun.
Mental Health

Being Highly Sensitive Does Not Equal Weakness

Have you ever cried during a Disney movie? Felt overwhelmed in a big crowd? Learn the strengths and challenges of being highly sensitive.
Blog

How Is Trauma Linked to Addiction?

For many who experience a trauma, the shock and hurt dissipates with time. Others, however, may turn to substances and develop addictions.
Mental Health

What Are Triggers?

What does "I'm triggered" actually mean? Feeling triggered is different than just feeling upset or mad. Learn more about its clinical meaning.
Drug Addiction

Drug and Alcohol Detox: Everything You Need to Know

Detox is an essential first step in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. Medical detox provides 24/7 treatment to help you through withdrawal.
Recovery

6 Steps for Setting Boundaries with Someone in Recovery

Create boundaries with a loved one to protect your mental health and give structure to their recovery. Learn the essential steps.
Recovery

Why New Year's Resolutions Often Fail and How to Change Your Approach

Are your resolutions so ambitious you often give up soon after you start? Change your approach to setting goals to better achieve success.
Family Wellness

Making Amends: How to Repair the Damage Caused by Active Addiction

Making amends is part of the 12 Step process and is beneficial to long-term recovery. Why it matters and how you and your loved one can heal from past trauma.
Mental Health

How Therapy Can Help You Set and Achieve Meaningful Goals

What is the key to success in therapy? Set goals. Learn why setting and achieving goals with a therapist is beneficial to your mental and emotional health.