When you re-enter the real world after living in a sober living home or completing inpatient treatment, you'll no longer be constantly surrounded by your peers in recovery, which may cause you to feel lonely. Even if you are not physically alone, you might feel...
Recovery is a continuous process that lasts a lifetime. Completing treatment at a facility will not magically cure you of your substance use disorder (SUD). Post-treatment, you will sometimes struggle with cravings and be tempted to revisit negative behavioral patterns. However, completing treatment will give...
A first impression should never be your last impression. It's natural to pass judgment on anything at first glance, but it's important not to place value in these initial judgments. You won't know what different activities, communities, or people have to offer until you make...
You may have heard the term "accountable" when listening to the news or reading about the government's responsibility to its citizens. Having accountability means you are willing to accept responsibility for your actions and the outcome that follows. Learning to hold yourself accountable can be challenging,...
Addiction is a challenging brain disease that often requires intensive treatment and long-term planning for a successful recovery. Individuals who've recently completed treatment must establish structure in their lives and continue to practice the skills they learned throughout therapy. Peers have a significant influence, so...
Your recovery is a continuous journey that you will be on for the rest of your life. As an alumnus of a treatment facility, staying connected and getting involved with the current events of that treatment facility will help you stay on a positive track. Many...
Your recovery journey is about more than just staying sober; it's about reinventing yourself by making permanent lifestyle changes that will help you be a healthier and happier person. A large part of your recovery will include taking responsibility for your past actions as well as...
While spending time in a recovery community may foster a supportive network, eventually, you will have to venture out into the real world and put what you've learned during treatment to the test. In the real world, you have less control over your environment because...
Coping with a substance abuse disorder (SUD) can often feel isolating. Some people experience feelings of shame or guilt that keep them distanced from family and friends. However, in order to have a successful recovery, those in active addiction need a community of medical professionals,...
If you have a loved one who suffers from substance use disorder, you may feel like a powerless voice against the person’s addiction. How do you get through to someone who may be resistant to treatment? What if this resistance is due to denial or...