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

Build a Life You Love: How Routines Can Help You Thrive in Recovery

Developing a routine in recovery is a crucial step in building a new healthy lifestyle, reducing uncertainty, and creating the structure to support your well-being and sobriety. An organized routine can reduce idle time, keep you engaged, and effectively manage stress and triggers. But where do you even begin? First, you should understand why you […]
Recovery

The Journey of Men in Sobriety: Challenges and Triumphs

Men in sobriety face unique challenges that can be hurdles to long-term success. See what issues sober men endure and how to handle them.
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Stories of Transformation: Ezra W.

Ezra overdosed on marijuana but still continued to use the drug. Learn how he found sobriety, became an AA supporter, and is living a life he never thought possible.
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Stories of Transformation: Chelsea D.

After losing her loved one to an overdose, Chelsea wanted to get sober but didn’t know how. Chelsea shares how she found recovery at Mountainside and all the gifts that came alone with it.
Personal Stories

Stories of Transformation: Ricky T.

Ricky is 25 years sober. He has a kind heart, and a warm personality and is always willing to help people. But it wasn't always this way. Here's his story.
Recovery

The Rise in Non-Alcoholic Drinks and What it Means for Your Recovery

Are non-alcoholic beverages safe for those in recovery? Explore the pros and cons of these drinks and if they are right for you.
Relationships

Boundaries in Recovery: What They Are, How to Set Them, and Why You Need Them

Setting boundaries is essential in addiction recovery not just for the family, but the person with the substance use disorder themselves. Here's why.
Personal Stories

Making it Through, One Day at a Time

Candy shares the ups and downs of her child's struggle with addiction nearly 20 years ago. The mother of 3 reflects on her life back then and how it has changed today.
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Stories of Transformation: Pat M.

Sobriety Date: 9/11/2001 Loving Husband and Father Grateful Dead Fan (Deadhead) AA and Wellness Advocate Pat struggled with substance abuse most of his early life trying to run from his problems rather than face them. After many obstacles, a few attempts to get sober, and a bit of self-discovery, Pat is now living a beautiful […]
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Stories of Transformation: Amy L.

Amy was always interested in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and striving for good grades, but then addiction got in the way. See what happens when Amy chose to put her own life first.
Recovery

Cultivating Wellness with Qigong in Recovery

Qigong is an ancient Chinese wellness practice that nourishes the mind, body, and spirit. How can qigong help recovery from addiction?
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Stories of Transformation: Rachel M.

Rachel M. struggled with trauma, grief, and substance abuse as a high schooler and young adult. Now, a loving wife and mother of two, Rachel is thriving in recovery.