Remember how fun life was when we were drinking and using? The parties, the friends, the long nights up until morning, the crazy photos and even crazier stories? Well now, you’re sober…how boring is that? It’s one of the biggest challenges in sobriety; to still...
Going to rehab is an emotional experience. Fortunately, most of us have the same emotional roller coaster ride. Whether you're curious about how you will feel during rehab, or you want to remember how you felt when attending rehab, this blog post is for you....
One of our most frequently asked questions by clients and their families is: how long do I need to attend inpatient treatment? If you are considering inpatient treatment, the prospect of attending a substance abuse facility for longer than 30 days may seem like an unnecessary...
Last Monday, Freeform (Previously ABC Family) premiered their brand new series Recovery Road, which follows the life of Maddie Graham, a 17-year-old addict who gets sent to detox and outpatient treatment after getting caught with a bottle of vodka in her...
You may have heard a few times, "You should check out an Al-Anon meeting!" To which you might refute: "I'm good, thank you."
But, is Al-Anon worth your time? Is it really for you or is it only for loved ones of heroin addicts or a more...
This blog post was brought to you by Becky Henderson, Transformation Coach, Licensed Professional Counselor, Writer, and Speaker
I’ve worked with thousands of clients over the years. I have one right now experiencing extreme anxiety and fear on a daily basis. In one session...
Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Years are often triggers for addicts and alcoholics.
There’s something about the pressure of family expectations, the awkward conversations with family members you speak to only once a year, and the general frustrations of securing the perfect presents for...
The benefits of having humility have become clearer to me lately, particularly as my life as a sober woman has grown and my relationships with others have multiplied. With a couple years of sobriety, I now have a full-time job and am heavily involved in...
The winter months are brimming with sales, ‘special offers’, and highly targeted marketing advertisements on practically every platform imaginable.
The pressure to succumb to your shopping addiction and spend money you don’t have may increase exponentially throughout the holiday season as you pass signs...
If this is your first major sober holiday, or if you have been sober for quite some time and you still cringe at the thought of a major holiday, keep reading this blog post.
If you find at the end of this blog post that you do not...