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.

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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.
Wellness

4 Things That Are Keeping You Up at Night
When you can't get enough sleep, you can't function. Learn how to get better sleep at night with a few easy lifestyle changes.
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.
Recovery

Dreaming About Relapsing? Find Out What It Means
Ever had a dream about relapsing and using again? Learn what these unnerving dreams can mean and what you can do to safeguard your sobriety.
Family Wellness

What to Do When Your Loved One Relapses
Watching your loved one relapse is both disheartening and concerning. Learn what you can do to help them get back on the path to sobriety.
Wellness

5 Ways Gardening Can Help Your Recovery
Gardening provides many benefits for people in addiction recovery. Learn how it encourages mindfulness and provides other benefits.
Mental Health

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.
Recovery

When You Come Out of the Closet, You Don’t Want to Go Back Into It
Being able to say, "I'm queer," I'm gay," "I'm a lesbian," "I'm trans" out loud is powerful. Being open about recovery is similar.
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.
Mental Health

10 Self-Care Tips for Improving Your Mental Health
Taking time for self-care isn't selfish, but a necessary part of your mental health. Here are 10 tips to boost your overall well-being.
Recovery

3 Ways Your Appearance Changes When You Quit Drinking
You will see many beneficial appearance changes after you quit drinking, including ones right in the mirror.
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.
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